#retrogames — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 6.1M total posts and 1.4K new posts daily, #retrogames is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 1.4K likes and 53 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #retrogames

HashtagPostsDailyAvg LikesCompetitionReach
#retrogaming6.1M1.4K1.4K10043
#videogames33.6M4.8K62610033
#nintendo26.4M2.7K1.0K10041
#retro56.2M5.8K2.5K10056
#retrogamer2.3M2381.7K10050

Related Hashtags to #retrogames

HashtagPostsDailyAvg LikesCompetitionReach
#gaming79.7M34.5K2.3K10061
#gamer61.8M8.7K1.2K10072
#playstation25.2M2.9K2.8K10064
#games40.2M5.5K5.0K10059
#sega3.8M54179510040

Similar Hashtags to #retrogames

HashtagPostsDailyAvg LikesCompetitionReach
#retrogamescollector81.4K181.5K1656
#retrogamestore56.7K269752148
#retrogamescollection19.4K32.5K360
#goliathtoysandretrogames8.8K43832
#retrogameshop9.7K3457317

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #retrogames on Instagram

  1. Mix with niche hashtags — #retrogames has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
  2. Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #retrogames alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
  3. Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #retrogames with #gaming, #gamer, #playstation for a well-rounded hashtag set.
  4. Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #retrogames on Instagram?

#retrogames has 6.1M total posts on Instagram with approximately 1.4K new posts added daily. The average post using #retrogames receives 1.4K likes and 53 comments.

Is #retrogames a good hashtag to use?

#retrogames has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 43/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #retrogames?

The best hashtags to use with #retrogames include: #gaming, #gamer, #playstation, #games, #sega. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-04. Learn about our editorial process →

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