🕹️ How to clean and keep your retro console (Game Boy, N64, PS1) looking like new
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If you're a fan of retro consoles, you know that it's not just about playing, you also have to take care of them!
A well-maintained Game Boy, Nintendo 64, or PlayStation 1 not only lasts longer, but retains its collector value .
At MartZ Gaming, we give you simple tips to clean and keep your retro gems looking like new.
🧼 1. External cleaning: less is more
✅ Use a soft, slightly damp (never soaked!) microfiber cloth.
✅ Gently wipe the casing, buttons, and screen.
✅ Use a cotton swab for hard-to-reach corners
❌ Avoid abrasive cleaners or pure alcohol, they can damage the plastic or the color.
🔌 2. Connectors: key to making it work well
✅ For cartridges: Clean the metal pins with a cotton swab and 70-90% isopropyl alcohol.
✅ For console slots: Blow gently (preferably a hand blower, not your mouth) and wipe with a dry swab.
❌ Never use liquids inside the console.
🎮 3. Be careful with the controls
✅ Clean the cable with a damp cloth
✅ If the buttons are stiff, consult a technician before disassembling.
✅ Always store the controllers by rolling up the cable without forcing it.
🌡️ 4. Treasure your console
✅ Store it in a dry place, away from direct sunlight
✅ Use covers or boxes to avoid dust
✅ If you have the original box: extra point for collector value!
💥 5. Perform maintenance every few months
Even if you don't use it, clean it from time to time.
Dust and moisture buildup is the biggest enemy of retro consoles.
🛡️ At MartZ Gaming we help you keep your collection alive
✅ We check and buy consoles in good condition
✅ We help you authenticate original products
✅ We give you tips to make your retro collection shine like the first day
👉 Visit us at MartZ Gaming and join our community of authentic gamers.