About Us
About 8Bit Beyond
Built by a Collector, for Collectors
Hi, I'm Dave, the owner of 8Bit Beyond.
I also have ADHD myself, so I know first-hand that sometimes things don't always go exactly to plan. I'm not going to pretend that we get everything 100% right, 100% of the time — because we're human and occasionally we make mistakes.
What matters to me is what we do when something does go wrong.
If we make a mistake, we'll acknowledge it, listen to you and do everything we reasonably can to put it right.
That's the same approach I wanted to build into 8Bit Beyond from the beginning: be honest, treat people fairly, and take responsibility when something doesn't go as it should.
Welcome to 8Bit Beyond — a UK-based retro gaming business selling and shipping retro video games, consoles and peripherals to customers throughout the UK and internationally.
But 8Bit Beyond isn't just a gaming shop.
It started because I was frustrated with buying retro games myself.
As a collector, I experienced many of the same problems that other retro gamers will probably recognise.
Items described as "MINT" would arrive with condition issues that hadn't been mentioned. Games would turn up damaged because they had been poorly packaged. You couldn't always be sure exactly what condition an item was in before buying it.
And when you're building a collection, there's another problem:
Shelf fillers can be difficult to buy economically.
You might find a cheap game you've been looking for, only to discover that the postage costs almost as much as the game itself.
I wanted to do things differently.
Why 8Bit Beyond Was Created
The idea behind 8Bit Beyond came from a genuine passion for video games — and the frustration of not always knowing what you were going to receive when buying retro games online.
For collectors, buying retro games can sometimes feel like a lottery.
Is the item actually in the condition described?
Is it genuine?
Will it arrive safely?
Will the seller package it properly?
Will it even arrive at all?
These are all things that can turn an exciting purchase into a frustrating experience.
So, 8Bit Beyond was born with a simple philosophy:
Good Quality Products
We want to offer games, consoles and peripherals that we're happy to sell to fellow gaming enthusiasts.
Accurate Descriptions
We believe you should know what you're buying before you buy it.
Condition matters, particularly when you're collecting, so we aim to describe items honestly and highlight any significant condition issues.
Actual Product Photos
Where possible, the photographs you see are of the actual item you will receive.
We don't believe you should have to guess what a pre-owned game or console really looks like.
Proper Packaging
Retro games and consoles can be surprisingly fragile, and nobody wants their carefully chosen purchase arriving damaged.
We take care when preparing items for dispatch so they have the best possible chance of arriving safely.
Speedy Delivery
Once you've made your purchase, you shouldn't have to wonder when it's going to arrive.
We aim to process and dispatch orders promptly so you can get back to the important bit — playing your games.
More Than Just a Retro Game Shop
You may have found 8Bit Beyond because you're looking for a particular game.
You may be building a collection.
Perhaps you're looking for something to play with friends or family.
You might be searching for a replacement console, controller or accessory.
Or perhaps you simply need some advice about a game or piece of hardware.
Whatever brought you here, you're welcome.
If you can't find what you're looking for, please get in touch.
Our stock is constantly changing and we have an ever-growing inventory covering a wide range of platforms.
We can't list everything we may be able to source, so if you don't see what you're looking for, ask us.
The Actual Item You See Is the Item You Buy
One of the things we're particularly proud of at 8Bit Beyond is our approach to product photography.
We use photographs of the actual items we sell.
That means you can see the condition of the particular game, console or accessory you're considering rather than relying on a generic stock photograph.
For collectors, we believe this is important.
Two copies of the same game can look very different after years of use.
One may be beautifully preserved.
Another may have damaged artwork, worn packaging or other signs of its history.
We want you to know what you're buying.
We Don't Always Get Everything Perfect
We're a small business and we're human.
From time to time, we may make a mistake.
For example, we can occasionally have multiple copies of the same game in stock and, despite our checks, select the wrong item when picking an order.
If that ever happens, please tell us.
We won't ignore the problem or make you fight to get it resolved.
We'll do everything we reasonably can to put things right.
Our goal isn't simply to make a sale.
We want you to be happy with your experience at 8Bit Beyond.
Protecting Our Customers & Our Stock
Because we sell pre-owned and collectible gaming products, we take steps to help protect both our customers and our inventory against fraudulent returns and other issues.
We use SmartWater on our products as part of our anti-fraud measures.
Most importantly, if you ever have a genuine issue with something you've purchased from us, please contact us.
We're always happy to listen, investigate what has happened and work towards a solution.
A Passion for Retro Gaming
At the heart of 8Bit Beyond is a simple fact:
We love video games.
Retro gaming isn't just about old consoles and cartridges.
It's about the memories attached to them.
The games you played growing up.
The console you saved for.
The game you never managed to finish.
The title you've been searching for years to add to your collection.
And the excitement of finally finding that missing piece.
That's what makes retro gaming special.
And that's why we're proud to be part of it.
Welcome to 8Bit Beyond
Whether you're an experienced collector, returning to the games you remember from childhood, looking for something to play with your family, or simply curious about retro gaming, we're glad you've found us.
Take a look around.
Explore our games, consoles and accessories.
And if you can't find what you're looking for, get in touch and ask.
We're always happy to help where we can.
Thanks for visiting 8Bit Beyond.
Regards,
Dave
Owner, 8Bit Beyond