I did, it sucked. I always had maybe one console at a time, with only maybe five games at any given time. If I wanted newer games or consoles, I'd be forced to sell what I currently own, so I never built a collection. Emulation was my friend, but I had a shitty PC so anything beyond N64/PSX was out of the question for me. I'm in my 20s now and still poor, but at least I can buy the occasional game since I have a job.
I'd be lying though if I still wasn't bitter about my more well-off friends. I still can't afford a Switch or a decent gaming PC yet.