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Obscure Games and Consoles

@obscuregamesandconsoles · EN

Obscure Games and Consoles (@obscuregamesandconsoles) is an English-language YouTube channel with 2,190 subscribers and about 120 median views per video. The channel posts long-form reviews, collection pickups and event coverage, roughly 50 uploads a year. Rates are $20 to $35 per 1,000 median views, about $150 to $250 per video.

Why brands book Obscure

Retro gaming reviews with a loyal, collector-minded audience

  • Median of 120 views per video across 50 uploads in the last 12 months
  • Reviews and unboxings of consoles and flash carts with 5 to 17 minute runtimes
  • Low CPM rates at $20 to $35 per 1,000 median views suit small hardware budgets
Best forretro hardware launchesindie game promotiongaming accessories
Watch forViews are low and the audience is small, so reach is limited per video.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Video Games85%
Hobbies & Interests15%
Formats
game reviews, collection pickups, event coverage and interviews
Tone
enthusiastic, informal
Language
English
On camera
No, voiceover and b-roll
Production
Phone, natural light
Typical length
4 to 17 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent35/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment70/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Engagement1.0%
Likes and comments per view on recent videos
Audience asks aboutwhether a game or console is worth buyinghow a flash cart or emulation device performswhich retro hardware is worth adding to a collection
Age
15%18-24
35%25-34
30%35-44
20%45+
Gender
30%women
70%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States60%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 50 videos were sponsored
None seenno sponsored videos in the last 50
Brands seen
None yet
Categories promoted
video games, retro gaming hardware
Affiliate links
No

No sponsorship disclosures found in the last 50 videos, though several reviews link to publisher and retailer store pages and the channel lists a PR contact.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitylow
Adultlow
Drugslow
Violencelow
Politicslow

Family friendly
Recent titles cover retro hardware, console reviews and a retro expo, with no flagged content; a title such as 'Shady Lewd Kart Steam Review' points to one adult-themed game review, so the channel needs a manual check before family placements.

We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.

Platforms

PlatformFollowersMedian viewsUploads, 90d
YouTube2.2k12050
X–––

Benchmark score: 37 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Engagement Median views relative to followers7 / 50
Activity Uploads in the last 90 days30 / 30
Reach Followers on the main platform0 / 20

Recent videos

Last three uploads, latest today.

A channel devoted to game collecting, reviews, pickups and obscure video game related things. I review both mainstream games as well as indie games. Logo done by @bellaramgfx PR inquiries: obscuregamesandconsoles@gmail.com Video Content Creator for IndieGamerTeam. Feel free to add me: PSN: Obscur_Game_Con XB1: ObscurGameCon Switch: SW-6150-4393-7727 3DS: 2724-3935-3404 Social Media Links: Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Obscur_Game_Con?s=09 Follow me on TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJqL8wYb/ Follow me on Twitch: https://m.twitch.tv/obscuregamesandconsoles/profile
Obscure Games and Consoles's own profile description on YouTube

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About Obscure Games and Consoles

Obscure Games and Consoles is an English-language YouTube channel run by a creator who posts reviews, collection pickups and event coverage centered on retro hardware and indie games. The channel publishes about 50 videos a year, with each review typically running between 4 and 17 minutes. Its content leans toward collector culture, covering devices such as flash carts, handheld consoles and emulation hardware alongside new releases on modern platforms.

Estimated viewers are retro and indie game enthusiasts, mostly in the United States, and the channel has around 2,190 subscribers with a median of about 120 views per video. Audience demographics are estimates, not platform-reported data. The creator has not shown any paid sponsorships in recent uploads, and most reviews link to official store pages.

At $20 to $35 per 1,000 median views, a sponsored integration typically costs about $150 to $250 per video, which compares with $10 to $30 CPM for paid ads. Brands selling retro hardware, accessories or indie games looking for a small, engaged niche should consider booking this creator.

Written from Obscure Games and Consoles's public YouTube profile, platform data and web mentions. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Obscure Games and Consoles can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about Obscure

How much does Obscure Games and Consoles charge for a sponsored video?

Based on a median of about 120 views per video, a sponsored integration is estimated at $150 to $250 per video, using a rate of $20 to $35 per 1,000 median views. Rates are estimates and can be negotiated depending on deliverables and placement.

What does Obscure Games and Consoles post about on YouTube?

The channel posts reviews of retro consoles, flash carts and indie games, along with collection pickups and coverage of retro gaming events. Videos are typically 4 to 17 minutes long and produced in a low-budget, informal style.

How do I contact Obscure Games and Consoles for a brand deal?

The channel lists a PR contact email on its profile. Contact details unlock on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted creators can be booked through Starbooked.

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