Games & Hobby Places in North Carolina
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The Hanes Mall location of this Triad video game chain stocks retro and modern games, consoles, Funko Pops, and anime merchandise, with some genuinely rare collector pieces mixed into the cases. Read more...
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The official Games Workshop store for the Triad, staffed by a famously welcoming manager who will walk newcomers through building, painting, and playing. Full Citadel paint range and everything Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar. Read more...
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A massive used-media emporium where you can buy, sell, and trade video games, board games, books, movies, and music in one enormous warehouse-style store. A dangerous place for collectors on a budget, in the best possible way. Read more...
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Downtown Asheville’s Magic: The Gathering destination, with an immense singles inventory, a deep accessory wall, and plenty of play space. A family-friendly FNM culture that regulars happily drive an hour for. Read more...
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A Triangle institution, Atomic Empire is a sprawling one-stop shop for board games, comics, TCGs, and miniatures with a massive in-store gaming space and a busy weekly event schedule. Its online store ships nationwide, but the Westgate Drive storefront is worth the trip on its own. Read more...
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A growing, locally owned model train shop on the second floor of Speedway Centre near Charlotte Motor Speedway, stocking rolling stock, engines, and scenery kits with online ordering for anything not on the shelf. Friendly, knowledgeable ownership makes it a safe first stop for beginners. Read more...
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A long-running Gastonia stop for tabletop games, D&D miniatures, sports cards, comics, and Funko Pops, run by a friendly father-and-son team. Well organized with a large, frequently rotating inventory. Read more...
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A nostalgia goldmine in downtown Gastonia packed with vintage toys, Transformers, retro video games, and movie collectibles. Every game is play-tested before hitting the shelf and figures are clearly marked complete or incomplete, the kind of detail serious collectors appreciate. Read more...
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A cozy board game cafe on the south side of Matthews offering affordable all-day table play from a deep game library, plus a retail selection strong on Magic: The Gathering and Pokemon. A supportive Commander community and budget-friendly events make it an easy on-ramp into the hobby. Read more...
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Part board game cafe, part wine bar, Mother of Dragons brings an upscale twist to game night in south Charlotte with an exceptional game library, coffee and tea, and a full food menu. A comfortable date-night or group destination that’s equally family-friendly by day. Read more...