Retro Console Upgrades & Refurbishments

Reliability-focused upgrades and common fixes for classic systems

Restore and Upgrade Your Classics

From the original Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) to handhelds and 90s consoles, we perform reliability upgrades, component refurbishments, and quality-of-life improvements that keep your classics running for years.

Note: These services are invasive and typically billed at our Advanced Diagnostic Rate plus parts, unless a flat rate is listed.

Common Platforms & Upgrades

NES (Nintendo Entertainment System)

Reliability and usability improvements

  • 72‑pin cartridge connector replacement and slot alignment
  • CIC lockout disable (region/boot reliability)
  • Power supply and mainboard recap where applicable
  • Composite cleanup; RGB/HDMI mods (customer-supplied kits supported)
  • Power/reset board service; voltage and thermal checks

SNES / Super Famicom

Refurb and video quality options

  • Jack and connector refurbishment (DC-in, AV)
  • Capacitor service and regulator checks
  • RGB optimization; 1CHIP video cleanup (where applicable)
  • Cartridge slot clean/repair and eject mechanism service

Nintendo 64

Modern outputs and maintenance

  • Digital HDMI mod install (customer-supplied kits supported)
  • AV port repair and output cleanup
  • Controller stick refurb/upgrade and socket service
  • Thermal and power health checks

Game Boy / Game Boy Color / GBA

Screen, power and usability upgrades

  • IPS/backlit screen installs (lens and shell fitment as needed)
  • Power circuit recap and charge circuit service
  • Button/contact refurbishment and shell work
  • Cartridge battery replacement (save games)

Sega Game Gear / Genesis

Known-failure restorations

  • Full recap service (audio/power/video)
  • Modern LCD screen upgrades (Game Gear)
  • Power jack and regulator repair
  • Controller ports and cartridge connector service

Other Retro Systems

We support many classic platforms

  • Atari, Neo Geo, TurboGrafx/PC Engine, PlayStation 1/2
  • Optical drive repair, recap, jack/port service
  • Customer-supplied mod kit installs (subject to inspection)

Refurbishment & Best‑Effort Repairs

Reliability First

We prioritize stable, long-term operation over flashy mods. Expect thorough cleaning, connector service, and power/thermal validation.

  • Mainboard inspection under magnification
  • Connector and switch refurbishment
  • Known-failure parts replaced proactively where appropriate

Parts & Kits

We can source quality parts or install customer-supplied kits after inspection. Kit installs may require additional fitment time.

  • We evaluate kit quality, compatibility, and fit
  • Lead times depend on availability and shipping

Billing & Turnaround

Invasive work is billed hourly unless listed otherwise. Bench time is payable regardless of outcome for best-effort restorations.

  • See Pricing for current rates
  • Typical turnarounds 3–10 business days depending on scope

Ready to Upgrade Your Retro Console?

Contact us for an assessment and options tailored to your console and goals.

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