*UPDATE 1/26/26

Unfortunately, I had a stroke. Currently dealing with medical issues, also living arrangement have been changed against my will so again homeless with shelter, I don't want to give up on my dream but lately it is a struggle. I was living with friends as I made my dream a possibility, but I was removed due to them having an unexpected divorce! Any proceeds will go to medical and the dream.

Growing up as an early 80's, 90s kid, some of my best memories came from the glow of an arcade screen, the sound of pixelated music, and the simple joy of sharing games with friends. Life since then has been tough—divorce, homelessness, losing work—it felt like I’d lost everything. But one thing never left me: the dream of building a place that brings back that magic. 80s-90s Retrocade isn’t just a business idea—it’s a piece of my soul, a tribute to the childhood so many of us miss.

This place will be a community-driven retro arcade that also offers PC gaming rig repairs, custom builds, and education. We’ll be hand-building our own arcade cabinets, gaming PCs, and creating a space that blends nostalgia with modern passion. I plan to use my TikTok following of over 27k to share the journey, build a community, and keep everyone involved in every step.

I’m currently asking for help through two paths:

GoFundMe donations — Any amount helps. Every dollar goes directly toward getting the doors open, buying parts, equipment, and materials to begin building.

TikTok Subscriptions — My goal is to reach 5,000 subscribers at $2.99/month. Subscribers will get exclusive Discord access, behind-the-scenes updates, and their names engraved on our very first arcade cabinet—because this isn’t just my dream, it’s ours.

I know it’s a long shot. But after everything I’ve been through, I’d rather take a risk and say I gave it everything, than live wondering “what if.” If you’re an 80s, 90s and early 00's kid, a gamer, or someone who believes in second chances and chasing dreams—please consider donating, subscribing, or simply sharing this with others.

Let’s bring a forgotten time back to life—together.

AUG 2 UPDATE

Move completed, now to aquire the place and get machines