This place is awesome they have two locations and this one is located next to dominos in the little strip mall. They buy sell and trade your used games and they have a huge variety of gaming systems as well as products and even a huge variety of accessories. If your a gamer you have to stop by and check them out you never know what you will find.
Ben runs one of the only nerd-centric stores locally where you can find a warm, laid back, inclusive and welcoming atmosphere to buy a plethora of new and unique MTG cards/supplies, DnD supplies, and various other games and novelties. I've never felt more welcome. When you're there, you're among friends. Highly recommend this local hidden gem to all my fellow nerds and aspiring nerds.
A bit of a trek for me but, after visiting 3 times now, I am absolutely amazed by the atmosphere, hospitality and overall collection availability. For a "board game" specialty store, the shear size of this place is incredible (their demo/play space is like double the size of most board/card shops). Their main area feels like half a football field haha. I remember walking in for the first time and just stood at the entrance area for a bit because I didn't even know where to start. If you're in the area to swing by, definitely make sure that you do! There is a wide selection of games/rpgs/minis to purchase; even very recent crowdfunding arrivals. I've spent about an hour and half each time just looking at everything! Staff is super easy to find, huddling at the center of the store waiting to help. From the few that I interacted with, I could tell they were passionate about the hobby and knew what they were talking about when giving recommendations. There seems to be an active schedule for a variety of game day themes to meet others and play. Can even reserve a private room. Overall, what a great space/hub!
This place has absolutely everything that you could imagine when it comes to board games, card games, you name it, Game by James has it! Picked up a couple of games for a weekend gathering of friends and the staff were extremely kind and helpful, the environment was friendly and inviting, clean and very well stocked, and the variety of games were near overwhelming! We spent literally an hour just walking around and trying to make a decision, lol! If you want a new game for family night, or just a hang out for the weekend event, this place is definitely 💯!
Games by James is the premier game store in Rochester, Minnesota. Featuring board games and jigsaw puzzles, we also carry a large range of chess sets, dice, and roleplaying game accessories.
Selling and hosting events for Dungeons and Dragons, Magic: the Gathering, Board Games, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Warhammer 40K, Age of Sigmar, Pokemon, Hobby Tools, Hobby Paint, Trading Card Supplies, Keyforge, and other Trading Card Games.