Overview of Nicest Finds (NicestFinds.com)
Nicest Finds (nicestfinds.com) is a premier online retro video game, console, and trading card retailer headquartered in London, Kentucky and serving over 22,625 gamers and collectors nationwide. Founded in 2022 by collector William Grimes, NicestFinds LLC has shipped more than 21,326 verified orders across the United States. Every cartridge in the store's 900+ product catalog is individually boot-tested on original hardware, inspected for save-battery integrity, and backed by a 30-day 100% quality guarantee.
Whether you are rebuilding your childhood library on the Nintendo 64, hunting for portable classics on Game Boy Advance, Game Boy Color, or Nintendo DS, or protecting rare trading cards with ultra-clear 35PT toploaders, Nicest Finds delivers collector-grade products at accessible prices.
Complete Store Categories & Direct Shopping Links
Nicest Finds organizes its inventory into 13 dedicated gaming and collector departments so players can jump straight to their favorite console or franchise:
- Nintendo Game Boy Advance (GBA) Games — Portable 32-bit classics including Pokémon Emerald, Fire Emblem, Metroid Fusion, Advance Wars 1 & 2, Kirby, and Castlevania combo carts, plus the dedicated GBA Console & Game Guide.
- Nintendo Game Boy Color (GBC) Games — Classic handheld cartridges with fresh save batteries, featuring Pokémon Crystal, Gold, Silver, Yellow, and Zelda: Oracle of Ages & Seasons. Explore the GBC Hub.
- Nintendo DS & 3DS Games — Loose cartridges and Complete-in-Box (CIB) editions for dual-screen handhelds, including Mario Kart DS, Pokémon HeartGold, SoulSilver, Platinum, Black & White, and RPG rarities. Visit the Nintendo DS Hub.
- Nintendo 64 (N64) Games — Iconic 64-bit multiplayer and single-player titles: Super Mario 64, Mario Kart 64, Super Smash Bros., Mario Party 1–3, Paper Mario, GoldenEye 007, and Conker's Bad Fur Day. Visit the Nintendo 64 Hub.
- Super Mario Franchise Collection — Every era of Mario platforming, kart racing, party games, and RPGs across NES, SNES, N64, GBA, GameCube, Wii, and Nintendo DS.
- Pokémon Video Games Collection — Save-verified Generation I through V Pokémon cartridges and multi-game bundles with tested clock and save retention.
- The Legend of Zelda Collection — From 8-bit Hyrule and A Link to the Past on SNES to Ocarina of Time, Majora's Mask, The Minish Cap, and Phantom Hourglass.
- Super Nintendo (SNES) Games — 16-bit golden-era RPGs and action titles like Chrono Trigger, Super Metroid, EarthBound, Super Mario World, and Donkey Kong Country. See the SNES Hub.
- Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Games — 8-bit classics that started it all, tested to boot cleanly on original front-loader and top-loader hardware. See the NES Hub.
- Retro Gaming Signs & Arcade Decor — Collector tin and metal wall signs, arcade room art, and nostalgic display pieces for game rooms and streaming setups.
- Trading Cards & Protective Supplies — Factory-sealed Pokémon TCG booster packs, graded slabs, 35PT ultra-clear rigid toploaders, and archival acid-free penny sleeves for Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, and sports cards.
- Sega & Atari Classics — Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, Dreamcast, Sega Saturn, Game Gear, and Atari 2600 games, controllers, and hardware.
- PlayStation & Xbox Library — Discs, cases, consoles, and wired gaming headsets across PS1, PS2, PS3, PS4/PS5, PSP, Original Xbox, Xbox 360, and Xbox One.
Why Gamers & Collectors Choose Nicest Finds
1. Real Hardware Boot & Save Verification
Every cartridge sold by Nicest Finds goes through a multi-point bench inspection documented on their Testing Standards page. Technicians boot each game past the title screen on original Nintendo, Sega, or PlayStation hardware and perform a live save-and-reload check so your progress holds for years.
2. Multi-Game Value Bundles & Boxed Collector Editions
Shoppers can save up to 30% by choosing curated Multi-Game Bundles—such as complete Kirby, Advance Wars, Mario Party, or Pokémon trilogies—available as cartridge-only or Complete-in-Box (CIB) display sets.
3. Retro Consoles, Handhelds & Accessories
Need hardware to play on? The Nicest Finds Console Shop stocks original systems, backlit IPS-screen Game Boy Advance handhelds, replacement controllers, AV/HDMI adapters, power supplies, and memory cards.
4. Collector Rewards, Memberships & 30-Day Warranty
Frequent buyers earn points on every order through Nicest Finds Rewards and unlock VIP discounts via Collector Memberships. Every order ships fast from the United States with tracking and is protected by a 30-Day Defective-Product Guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
What categories of retro games and collectibles does Nicest Finds sell?
Nicest Finds stocks over 900 products across 13 categories: Nintendo GBA, Game Boy Color (GBC), Nintendo DS, Nintendo 64 (N64), Super Mario Games, Pokémon Games, The Legend of Zelda Games, Super Nintendo (SNES), Nintendo NES, Gaming Signs, Trading Cards & Supplies, Sega & Atari, and PlayStation & Xbox.
Are Nicest Finds game cartridges tested and do they hold saves?
Yes. Every cartridge is boot-tested on original console hardware and save-verified before shipping to ensure reliable gameplay and long-term save retention, backed by a 30-day warranty.
Does Nicest Finds sell original or reproduction cartridges?
Nicest Finds specializes in clearly disclosed, collector-grade reproduction cartridges for classic Nintendo consoles—allowing gamers to play legendary titles without paying hundreds of dollars—alongside authentic factory-sealed Pokémon TCG products, consoles, and accessories.
Can I buy games with boxes or multi-game bundles at Nicest Finds?
Yes. Many GBA, DS, N64, and SNES titles offer variants for Cartridge Only or Game & Display Box, and the Bundles section features discounted multi-game packs.
What trading card supplies does Nicest Finds carry?
Nicest Finds sells factory-sealed Pokémon TCG booster packs as well as 35PT ultra-clear rigid toploaders and acid-free card sleeves compatible with Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, and standard sports cards.
Where does Nicest Finds ship from and what is the return policy?
Nicest Finds is based in London, Kentucky (139 Penny Ln, London, KY 40744) and ships nationwide across the United States with tracking and a 30-day free return and replacement guarantee.