Hunter’s Retrocade brings a blast from the past

May 16, 2026 - 14:02

FOLLANSBEE -- A new business in the Ohio Valley is giving gamers a chance to unplug from modern consoles and step back into the golden age of arcades. Hunter's Retrocade recently opened at 707 Main Street in Follansbee, offering a collection of vintage video games and classic arcade cabinets.

The venue caters to two types of visitors: older players who remember feeding quarters into machines at pizza parlors and convenience stores, and younger generations who want to experience the simple, pixelated fun of early gaming. The selection includes titles from the 1970s, 80s, and early 90s, providing a hands-on history lesson in how the industry evolved.

Owner Hunter has focused on restoring the machines to their original condition, ensuring the joysticks, buttons, and monitors feel authentic. The space is designed to recreate the social atmosphere of the old arcades, where players gathered around a single screen to watch high scores fall.

For locals who grew up in the region during the arcade boom, the Retrocade is a direct line to childhood memories. For newcomers, it offers a chance to see why games like Pac-Man and Donkey Kong became cultural icons. The business is already drawing curious visitors from across the Ohio Valley, proving that the appeal of a well-timed jump or a perfectly aimed shot never really goes out of style.