Number of Megadrive consoles sold over last month is up by 400% at the retailer.
Sales of retro Sega Megadrive consoles are soaring at Argos, with the retailer reporting an increase in sales of 400% over the last month compared with the same period in 2014.
The retro console – which was popular in the early 1990s and helped make Sonic the Hedgehog a global gaming icon – is priced at £49.99. It comes with 80 pre-loaded games such as Sonic 1, 2 and 3 and other titles including Streets of Rage.
“There’s a real appetite for nostalgia at the moment, whether it is firing up old consoles or dusting down old vinyl records,” said Laura Hamblyn, gift buyer at Argos.
“The Sega Megadrive is fondly remembered by the 90s generation, who would spend hours helping Sonic the Hedgehog to defeat his arch nemesis Doctor Robotnik.
“It’s fantastic to see parents buying this console to relive their childhood and introduce their own kids to some old school gaming.”
Laura continued: “It is amazing value and comes with a huge number of games, which is perfect for those who are looking for a more modestly priced present or perhaps an unusual stocking filler.
“The Sega Megadrive was the first console of its kind that turned gaming into the mainstream in Britain.”
