What Retro Modding does

Retro Modding is a North American direct-to-consumer e-commerce retailer founded in 2016 that sells do-it-yourself modding kits, replacement parts, and accessories for retro handheld gaming consoles, with the legal entity Retro Modding Inc. (USA) operating the storefront through a licensing agreement with CoreSync LLC. The product portfolio centers on IPS LCD display upgrade kits (RIPS V5 Ultra, FunnyPlaying M2, AMOLED touch screen, Q5 laminated displays), replacement ABS plastic shells, flash cartridges (EZ-Flash, Krikzz EverDrive lines), customizable game cartridges in 24 colors, USB-C battery packs, LED boards, and tools — alongside multi-brand lifestyle merchandise such as apparel, keychains, pencils cases, and pillows. Underlying technology is anchored by an in-house industrial-grade flat-bed UV printing line that produces custom shells in collaboration with community artists, plus a proprietary marble-casting process that produced the 2021 Neptune Game Boy shell as a first-of-its-kind in-house innovation. The business runs a unit-pricing, one-time-purchase hardware model with individual SKUs ranging from $0.99 (Clean Boy) to $89.99 (EZ-Flash Omega Definitive Edition B) and LCD kits up to $115, supported by dual warehouses in the United States and Canada that allow split-shipment fulfillment, free US shipping on orders over $75, and international shipping to roughly 22 countries across the Americas, Europe, APAC, the Middle East, and Africa. Customer engagement is community-driven through YouTube partnerships (Austin Evans, Metal Jesus, Mr. Beast, Chipzel and others), Reddit, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, an affiliate program, and periodic Kickstarter campaigns, with a 5,620+ verified Judge.me review base and Judge.me Top 1% Shops recognition underscoring a fragmented, high-volume consumer base rather than enterprise concentration. The company merged with Canadian Game Boy modding pioneers ASM in 2016 and relocated operations to Springfield, Missouri in 2023 to better serve US customers, while strategic distribution partnerships with FunnyPlaying, EZ-Flash, Krikzz, Hispeedido, Angry Helder, and a manufacturing partnership with Natalie the Nerd supply the multi-brand catalog that defines the storefront.

Name

Retro Modding

Legal name

Retro Modding Inc.

Website

https://retromodding.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Retro Modding, founded in 2016 and based in Springfield, Missouri, is a direct-to-consumer e-commerce retailer selling DIY modding kits, replacement shells, IPS LCD display upgrades, flash cartridges, and accessories for retro handheld gaming consoles to enthusiast consumers across North America and ~20 international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Retro Gaming Hardware and Accessories

NAICS

Electronics and Appliance Retailers (4492)

SIC

Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)

akta.pro primary industry

Console Repair Parts & Modding Hardware (Replacement Components, Modchips) (HDACANAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Modding, RGB Lighting & Aesthetics Components (HDACAGAL), Retro Gaming Hardware (Mini Consoles, Emulation Handhelds) (CRACAOAL)

Keywords

• Retro gaming parts
• Modding kits
• Replacement shells
• Flash cartridges
• IPS LCD kits

Headquarters

HQ city

Montréal

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Direct e-commerce sales of replacement parts, modification kits, shells, LCD displays, flash carts, tools, and accessories for handheld gaming consoles. One-time purchase model for physical products with varying price points from budget items to premium flash carts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Retro Modding sells DIY modding kits, replacement parts, and accessories for retro handheld gaming consoles including Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, GameCube, Nintendo 64, and Sega Genesis. Its product portfolio centers on IPS LCD display upgrade kits, replacement shells, flash cartridges, game cartridges, LED boards, USB-C battery packs, tools, and UV-printed custom shells. The company also distributes third-party brands such as FunnyPlaying, Krikzz, EZ-Flash, Hispeedido, insideGadgets, and Nathalie the Nerd.

Product overview

Retro Modding is an e-commerce retailer specializing in parts and accessories for repairing and modding handheld gaming consoles. Their product portfolio centers on LCD display upgrade kits (IPS LCD, AMOLED touch screens, RIPS V5 Ultra, Q5 laminated displays), replacement shells and buttons, flash cartridges (EZ-Flash, EverDrive lines), game cartridges, and tools. They offer in-house branded products including Neptune marble cast shells, USB-C GBA battery packs, LED boards, and UV-printed custom shells. The company also stocks third-party brands like FunnyPlaying, Hispeedido, Krikzz, Natalie the Nerd, and insideGadgets. Beyond core gaming products, they sell lifestyle merchandise including apparel, keychains, pencil cases, and pillows featuring gaming themes. Their operation supports multiple console generations: Game Boy, Game Boy Pocket, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, Game Boy Advance SP, Game Boy Micro, Nintendo DS, Nintendo 64, GameCube, NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, Sega Game Gear, and Neo Geo Pocket. The company merged with ASM (Canadian Game Boy modding pioneers) in 2016 and relocated operations to Springfield, Missouri in 2023.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IPS LCD Kits (RIPS V5 Ultra)
• IPS LCD Kits with HDMI Output (RIPS V5 Ultra TV Version)
• Hispeedido GB DMG Q5 Laminated LCD Kit
• FunnyPlaying M2 IPS LCD Kits (GBA)
• AMOLED Touch Screen LCD Kit for Game Boy Color
• Retro Pixel IPS LCD with Laminated Lens (GBC)
• Laminated 3.5 inch HD IPS LCD Kit for Sega Game Gear
• Replacement Shells (Game Boy, GBC, GBA SP, Game Gear)
• Neptune Marble Cast Game Boy Shell
• UV Printed Game Boy Shells (Custom Designs)
• Game Pak (Customizable Game Cartridges)
• EZ-Flash Parallel
• EZ-Flash Omega Definitive Edition B
• FunnyPlaying FPGA GBC Kit (FPGBC)
• BurnMaster Cart Flasher (FunnyPlaying)
• EverDrive 64 (Krikzz)
• Mega EverDrive (Krikzz, Sega Genesis)
• GBxCart RW (insideGadgets)
• LED Boards (Nathalie the Nerd)
• Game Boy Advance USB-C Rechargeable Battery Pack
• Hard Shell Case for Game Boy Advance SP
• Console Display Stand
• Retro Modding Gift Cards
• Retro Modding Apparel
• Video Game Console and Controller Keychains
• Gaming-Themed Pencil Cases
• Video Game Themed Pillows

Quantifiable outcome

• Top 1% Shops on Judge.me with 5,620+ verified reviews

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ASM (Advanced Software & Modding)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Merged in 2016 with Canadian Game Boy modding pioneers ASM, making Retro Modding one of the oldest online modding stores. This merger brought expertise and established market presence.
• Nathalie the NerdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProduction and distribution partnership for LED boards. Retro Modding handles manufacturing and distribution of Nathalie the Nerd's GBA LED board, CGB LED board, DMG LED board, and LED control board products.
• Funny PlayingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFunny Playing is a key brand partner whose products (displays, shells, flasher kits) are sold through Retro Modding's e-commerce platform.
• EZ-FlashcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor brand partner for flash carts. Retro Modding sells EZ-Flash Omega Definitive Edition and other flash cart products.
• KrikzzcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKey brand for EverDrive flash carts across multiple console platforms (Game Boy, GameCube, Nintendo 64, Sega Genesis).
• Angry HelderminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBrand partner selling power cleaners, GBA SP batteries, amplifier boards and more through Retro Modding.
• HispeedidominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBrand partner for Sega Game Gear LCD kits and replacement shells sold through Retro Modding.
• Austin EvansminorGTM or Marketing PartnerYouTube content creator partnered with for product promotion and visibility.
• ChipzelminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMusic composer and content creator partnership for community engagement.
• Metal JesusminorGTM or Marketing PartnerYouTube content creator partnership for retro gaming content and product promotion.
• Mr. BeastminorGTM or Marketing PartnerYouTube content creator collaboration.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• FunnyPlaying: Manufacturer of premium Game Boy LCD kits, shells, and FPGA-based boards (e.g., FPGBC). Retro Modding resells FunnyPlaying products while FunnyPlaying sells direct, making them a direct competitor in the same handheld modding parts category.
• Hispeedido: Manufacturer of premium IPS LCD kits and replacement shells for Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Sega Game Gear. Direct competitor in LCD upgrade category, with Retro Modding acting as both reseller and competitor.
• EZ-Flash: Manufacturer of flash cartridges (Omega, Parallel) for Nintendo DS/3DS and other handhelds. Direct product overlap with Retro Modding's flash cart category and shared end customer base.
• Hand Held Legend: US-based retailer specializing in Game Boy modding parts, custom shells, IPS screens, and retro handheld accessories. Closely comparable in product range, target customer (retro gaming enthusiasts), and DTC e-commerce model.
• Cloud Game Store: Online retro gaming retailer selling flash carts, controllers, and modding accessories. Comparable DTC model and target customer base to Retro Modding.
• Krikzz (EverDrive): Manufacturer of EverDrive flash cartridges for retro consoles (N64, Genesis, SNES, Game Boy). Retro Modding is a key reseller of EverDrive products; both compete for the same flash-cart customer segment with overlapping catalogs.
• Retro USB: Specialty retro gaming hardware retailer focused on reproduction controllers, adapters, and accessories. Comparable in DTC e-commerce model and retro gaming enthusiast customer base.

Emerging players

• BitBuilt: Community-driven Game Boy modding forum and tutorial hub that also produces custom PCBs and mod documentation. Overlaps with Retro Modding in Game Boy modding audience but operates more as community/IP than commercial storefront.

Broad incumbents

• Analogue: Premium manufacturer of FPGA-based retro gaming consoles (Analogue Pocket, Mega Sg). Adjacent competitor targeting the same retro enthusiast customer with high-end hardware rather than parts/accessories.
• 8BitDo: Established retro gaming accessories brand producing wireless controllers and adapters. Adjacent competitor in the broader retro gaming accessories market with significantly larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/RetroModdingCom
• Facebookfacebook.com/RetroModdingCom
• Instagraminstagram.com/retromoddingcom
• Pinterestpinterest.ca/RetroModdingCom
• TikToktiktok.com/@retromodding
• Xx.com/retromoddingcom
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/retromodding

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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