Guardian Games

A True Community Hub and Gamer's Paradise! (5/5 Stars) ​I can't say enough good things about Guardian Games!!! It’s easily the best LGS I've visited in the area, and it feels less like a retail shop and more like a true community hub. ​The staff: backbone of this place—friendly, patient, and genuinely knowledgeable about every corner of gaming. ​The selection is massive and meticulously organized. I went in for MTG, and whether you're hunting for singles, the latest bundle, or a hard-to-find set, you’ll likely find it here. Beyond the inventory, the dedicated play space is always clean, well-lit, and hosts fantastic, well-organized weekly events. If you're looking for a welcoming place to shop, learn a new game, or finally find a regular playgroup, GUARDIAN GAMES is where you need to be. Highly, highly recommended! *they sell MTG and Pokémon, probably Yu-Gi-Oh & Lorcana... I saw a ton of board games, dice, sleeves, Warhammer ~ they even have food/bar in the store! I didn't get to spend a whole lot of time here today, but I can say with absolute certainty that I will be returning!

Very pleasant, roomy environment. Snacks, drinks, and even beer available. Excellent selection items, especially if you're into board games or CCGs. Nice focused displays dedicated to local designers.

Excellent selection of games!! They even have some demos available to try all throughout the store! They’ve got new, old, common and rare games. And a whole section for local designers. Hard to get to from right off the exit (gotta go immediately 3 lanes to the right) but other than that, great space and location near other things like smiths tea and Portland night market. Parking lot available but if full, street parking available nearby.

We have never been to such a cool game store before. The amount of games you could try out was cool. Lots of tables to play at. Awesome selection and local makers too. The employees were very helpful, knowledgeable and super engaged with customers.

This is hands down the greatest local game store I've ever been to. The selection inside is mind blowing and extremely well organized. They had very rare games that were hard to find even online. The staff was extraordinarily welcoming and helpful giving many recommendations with detailed descriptions of each game and how they work, it was very clear the man I was talking to knew all about board games. I didn't have a chance to play anything from their expansive game wall or magic in their huge playing area. They seemed to also sell alcohol which is a huge bonus for some people. Overall this local game store is jaw dropping and i would recommend going out of your way to check this place out.

Alex is so helpful today !! He is a master of all board games. He kinda pinpoint exactly what I need to know and what kind of board games that will worth the bucks for me and my friends. I appreciated his help so much and wish him the best to his career ! The store is cool and packed with tons of board game too. I really love the vibes, especially when they have an area for demo any board games. Anyway, it is such an amazing experience, I will visit soon before I head back to Vancouver. Owen

Great place for any games you may need. The staff are extremely helpful when prompted with just a few ideas, returning with multiple games that you can choose from asking with a synopsis of the game! Alex, who helped me, was phenomenal! There's a selection of "small" games, averaging about 20-25$ and they range up to $2-300. As an aside, they few one of the cleanest restrooms I've seen, with complimentary amenities. Would recommend.

DO NOT BUY POKEMON HERE. RESEALED BOX!!! I grabbed the last booster bundle of surging sparks for 44.99 (above MSRP). I should have immediately known it wasn’t right when the cellophane did not completely wrap the entire box. The sides of the box were sticking out unwrapped and the plastic appeared heat warped in multiple areas. I have purchased one of these before from a different game store on release day. It did not look like this AT ALL. I continued opening anyways as I thought guardian would never do this. Once I opened the box, the packs were facing the wrong way. They appear to have been cut at the bottom and resealed. (See picture). Packs felt like they had been handled already and were way too easy to open. They weren’t tight like a new pack. Typically, there’s a bit of tension on the adhesive on the back down the middle. These packs lacked any resistance when ripping and nearly tore completely. I’ve opened too many packs to count, it’s never this easy. Consider me not surprised when ZERO of these SIX packs contained an ex, illustration, or special energy. Just 6 suspicious holos. As someone that collects and is trying to complete this set, I have never had this happen in any Pokemon product. If I bought 6 single packs … maybe (again, unlikely ). I’ve never had a Booster be empty. Especially this expansion. Pokemon wants fans to keep buying, they know to include “ a hit “. Boosters are literally supposed to “boost” the deck. This did nothing. Don’t believe me ? Look at the copious amount of ripping videos of this same product. Nobody gets only holos or we’d hear about that being a problem. Disappointing. I liked coming here for their gear. Should have known better to buy from LGS with scalper prices.

As a non-gamer I am probably a terrible person to be writing a review for Guardian Games but I had such a great time here that I can't stop myself from sharing the love. Wandered into the store because I needed to kill some time before my lunch reservation at Paper Bridge. The store is so big, so spacious, and so well organized! There are so many different types of games, puzzles, cards, die, mini figures, etc. I loved wandering around and would get excited when I finally recognized a game I knew. There's a gaming section in the back which seems like such a nice option for people to try games they don't own. Staff were friendly, bathrooms were clean, and prices are absolutely reasonable (so I left with a couple party games).

Never heard of this place, was visiting a few other local spots and my brother wanted to swing by. They have SO many games. The store is open concept and feels very full while not feeling cluttered. I've never been to a game store that didn't have video games and consoles too, so I thought this made it even more unique. In the back they had an area where people were playing Magic or DND, not sure which but it looked like they were all having a great time. The staff was super friendly and helpful, they acknowledge you when you come in and have some people floating that are there if you need them. There were tons of board games and card games ranging in prices and available for all ages. This spot is a gem, I'd love to go back when I have more time!

HUGE selection of board games. Seriously, the inside is massive, with lots of displays and well-organized shelves. Great variety in complexity and style. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable: knew exactly what I was looking for (AHLCG Scenario Packs), where to find them, and had opinions and recommendations. Excellent service. Pricing was pretty much identical to online prices, with the benefit of skipping the shipping. Convenient also to be able to buy just one box of Dragon Shields instead of the entire set. There were a lot of tables in the back too, and a whole event schedule, but I didn't check it out too closely since I was just visiting Portland. I wish I had half as nice of a FLGS back home!

They had a great selection of games and all reasonably priced. I probably spent about an hour here looking at all the games. They also have a great selection of Magic cards and Pokemon too. The staff was all super friendly and helpful. The place was also pretty clean and had a good amount of parking. Be sure to check out the sale section towards the middle of the store. There were some interesting games at pretty good prices.

Nice big shop, clean. Order fulfilled right away, helpful, friendly staff. They sell single and cases of Magic cards. Good value for what we purchased.

Fantastic, open concept store with a large selection of games at MSRP, intelligently separated into easy to navigate sections. The store has two large play rooms AND a well stocked free library of games. Guardian is ALWAYS clean and well lit. Kudos to that. Unfortunately, the customer service is hit or miss. Sometimes, a sincere, helpful clerk will assist you. Sometimes, it's a mouth breathing sloth. I've tried to request pre-order and special order games from Guardian, but they rarely follow through with an email or phone call. A shame, because I'd prefer to patronize my local game stores, but half the time, staff don't make the effort. When you can go online and find new games for 20-30% off MSRP, Guardian needs to do a better job of earning the full retail price.

As someone from out of town, my local stores are not nearly as extensive and large scale as this. Out of the shops in the area, this one stood out as being exceptional. While I feel the prices are a bit high, I also feel that the selection is wide enough that you can find pretty niche products with ease. The service was efficient, and proactive. I genuinely feel that this shop deserves a 5 star review for just being all around great!!

Huge gaming store! Where was this when I was a kid? I took my son here and we spent over an hour looking. There's a huge variety of well priced items. When we couldn't find something, it was pretty easy getting help. They also had tables set up for gaming and a bar! Again, where was this when I was young!

Amazing selection, amazing staff, love the open layout! Feels very comfortable to browse. Good prices and relaxing shopping experience.

All the merchandise was overpriced by a lot. Was not greeted or addressed at all by the staff. Witnessed the owner being somewhat rude to an employee while they both ignored all customers.

Unfortunately another price gouging store front. They either don't know the market or don't care to. The staff seemed frustrated and unhappy. Looking at any single card takes forever and damage cards cost the same as non-damaged copies. They only seem to support magic the gathering. If you are looking for any other card game, don't consider this place an option.

Amazing selection of games and cards. Knowledgable, helpful staff. A great game store!

They have the largest game collection in town. Prices are competitive, even sometimes cheaper than online. They also have the best prices for Ultra Pro card protection. Good selection of playmats, CCG cases, sleeves, and storage. However, playmats and CCG storage is much cheaper online. They don't have any sports and non-sports trading cards. Card accessories favor CCG. Strictly Pokemon and Magic CCG. Tiny parking lot, but represents Eastside very well.

I love how friendly the employees are and the selection of games! They have almost an entire wall filled with a variety of games. I loved how the bathroom was fully inclusive stocked with pads and two sizes of tampons! As a woman I felt very comfortable being there everyone just minds their business.

I always try to make time to visit this FLGS every time I'm in town. The staff will always welcome you when you enter, answer your questions and will allow you to browse their wares. The selection of pre-owned models is a reliable way of helping me to save my pennies and has given me a good start for my Dark Angels Space Marines army. Their selection of hobby supplies guarantees my repeat visits. If I need new paints or scenery for basing my models, this is the place I'll go. The only real issue I have is their slim selection of Astra Militarum both new and pre-owned, but I understand if it's not the most played army of their regular customers. In conclusion: one of the best FLGS in the area; would visit again.

Hello there, my friend! Stay awhile, and listen! (Disclaimer: as a Forever DM, this review will be loaded with references you NPCs may not fully understand. But fear not, for all cannot be heroes! Some must remain to hear the tales!) For as many years as I have been coming to Guardian Games, my original review did not do it any degree of justice. Partially because I was new to Yelp at the time, but more accurately, there is so much going on here, it's easy to miss it all. Where to even begin? First off, this is the only game store of which I know with a bar. Yep, a bar. Not a full bar, mind you, but some micro brews and things to help some of us socially maladjusted introverts (maybe just me?) relax and enjoy the company of strangers. There are also tons of snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, if that's more your speed (or age bracket). Next, the unequalled selection of several product types: board games, miniatures, RPG books, collectible card games, sleeves, dice, and nerd paraphernalia. If it's in print, it's here, or can be ordered post-haste. Out of print? They'll do their damnest to find it for you. Want to test a game before purchasing? Take it out for a test drive from their extensive library. They've even sold me a shop copy of an out of print game from their personal collection. Community support? Unparalleled. GG has helped sponsor and promote multiple local Kickstarter games, and continues to be a bastion of support for developers and aspiring designers (such as myself). Seriously, I only had to mention once that I was designing a game, before being offered support and exposure from the awesome staff here. Nathan, a perennial fixture of the shop, is probably one of the most honest, forthcoming, earnest and committed advocates of the local gaming scene, in every possible manner. He is far more likely to be seen explaining, demonstrating or gushing over a game than trying to sell you one. The wisest of sages well know that his enthusiastic advice is as good as gospel! If he recommends you a game, that recommendation comes with proficiency, passion, and personal experience. In the "before times" preceding the pandemic, daily events filled the gaming tables with veritable hordes of players of all types and skill levels, from the tournament-caliber Magic: The Gathering veteran, to the first time, pre-teen Pokemon trainer. In the bar, or the private rooms above, Dungeon Masters transported parties of hardened Dwarven warriors, Elven druids, and rookie meatbag Wizards fresh out out their apprenticeships, into sibylline dungeons filled with goblins, Drow, treasure and, yes...Dragons, using nothing more than colorful, superfluous words and some shoddily-drawn maps on a whiteboard. Where victory, or defeat, was solidified in the fickle probability of a twenty-sided die. Glorious! Those days may be gone, for now, but they are not forgotten. And as the prophecy has foretold: they shall return! For now, we must find out adventures, our stories, and our community in smaller groups, at home, or online. But Guardian Games is still here, providing the props and products, the tools and inspiration to tell the tales that will shape our lives. From the get go, GG has faced down the CR: 20 menace of COVID with skill and competence: limited capacity; a clear and sensible social distancing policy; a hiatus on community events, giving us pause from our fantasy worlds, allowing us to focus on the the real one, and the things within it that matter the most to us. Guardian Games is more than a game store: it is Portland's crucible of creative thought, design, competition, community, inclusivity, for the veteran and the n00b alike. The PNW is blessed with one of the most incredible oases of escapism imaginable, while managing to remain grounded in reality. While we faced down the Nurgle-spawned plague that threatened our lives and livelihood, GG gave us the Short Rest to heal our wounds, refresh our spell slots, replenish our hit dice, and equip ourselves to face the enemy we weren't sure we could defeat. You couldn't ask for a better support NPC than that!

So happy we found this gem while visiting. We happened to drive by and right when we walked in, my bfs eyes lit up. So many board games We stayed for a little bit in the back room where they have a bar and tables to play some of their games.

Extremely good board game store, because it has a huge number of games and they are well categorized and alphabetized. Prices seemed reasonable. Lots of space too, so browsing was a pretty enjoyable experience. I was asked if I needed help exactly once, which is perfect. They also have RPGs, a board game library, tables for CCGs/miniatures, and a snack/bar option. Very very good selection of games. It was a pleasure browsing.

Guardian Games is my go-to board store. The staff is super helpful in that if they don't have the game you want in stock - they will get it in for you. They helped me get a copy of Bristol 1350 - which is from a smaller game maker - and other game shops refused to order a copy on my behalf. I greatly appreciate them going above and beyond to help me get a copy and not have to resort to Amazon. The only caveat to my glowing review is the park situation is extremely limited and I usually have to snag street parking. The street parking wouldn't be an issue except for the fact that on the back side of the building there are usually quite a few homeless folks and tents set up. Makes me uneasy occasionally as I have been verbally berated going back to my car from Guardian Games before.

Everytime I shop here for Warhammer stuff I'm watched by an employee. Feels soo uncomfortable. Only the manager greeted me, all other employees kept their heads down. Wanted to get into mtg for friends, and couldn't get any help. At least I was thanked by the manager for visiting, even though two others were closer to me and made eye contact.

Love this store! Stopped by for the first time when visiting Portland in late November 2021 and spent some time browsing their games and jigsaw puzzles. Loved that they had a big collection of jigsaws from Pomegranate and The New York Puzzle Company. It seems they switch between brands quite a bit with regard to puzzles, but no complaints here :D I've been back 3 times since to buy a couple of games and a few more puzzles. On my last visit, they had a bunch of Ravensburger puzzles and more from a brand I'm not familiar with. Staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and always willing to chat and make recommendations if you don't know exactly what you're looking for.

The staff are absolutely all amazing here, they make you feel very welcome. All of their games are inclusive and inspiring and purchase worthy. Everyone who works here seems to really care for their fellow individual and I've never felt more comfortable in any game store anywhere. You're missing out if you don't come here

Listen, there is no question that Guardian Games is still the largest game store in Portland and has unprecedented selection of games, minis, and the like. Here's what I will say - they used to be a friendly, family-centered game store. Over the last couple of years they have completely transformed into a store that caters heavily to Magic: The Gathering, often at the expense of other games or open play time. The staff used to be friendly and helpful on the phone. Now they typically cop and attitude and aren't very helpful. I've been shopping at Guardian games since they were located on Water Street - longer than any employees or owners have been around. I've spend thousands of dollars there. And while they have always evolved, the change in the last couple of years has been dramatic. Covid? Probably. But every time I call or get attitude from a staff member I think to myself "why do I still shop here?" Maybe I've already answered my own question. Its still a great game store, but its not what it once was. At the risk of sounding nostalgic, I do miss the old days of friendly, helpful staff, who do anything they can to accommodate your play group. In summary, if you are a Magic: The Gathering fan, this is the store for you. If you want to browse thousands of board games, this is also a very excellent choice of stores. But if you want any sort of regularly scheduled game time to come play, or any sort of help from a staff member - well, its basically a crap shoot.

Unbelievable. The staff here is rude and unhelpful. Their website is full of drag and their "trained" staff is not at all. It's completely up to you to price, categorize, sort, and sell all per TCG Player. My experience is that EXPERIENCE POINT is by far the ONLY FAIR place to sell your cards!!!!! DO NOT GO TO THIS PLACE!!!

Overwhelming is an understatement. They have the most amazing variety of board games having many games I cannot find anywhere else. The staff is awesome at making recommendations on games as well.

honestly any lgs this corporate like always raises red flags, i came here during my visit in OR looking to browse through pokemon singles especially because i had such a great time over at Experience Point, but this place was a total 180. youre required to order the cards you want to hold in your hands through a kiosk, even if you physically see the card already behind their big glass table. i understand its to "keep track" but it seriously takes you out of the experience. insanely marked up prices especially when you check tcgplayer and there is no wiggle room that they are willing to work with even if the card is in bad condition. staff were dismissive and odd if you ask to look at cards, even after i placed a whole pick up order with my full name and everything to just LOOK at some cards i was interested in, the staff immediately asked if i was thinking of checking out soon. honestly such a weird warehouse full of overpriced games and singles, left feeling so dumbfounded.

Know what you want, they probably have it, and it's alphabetical so you can find it too. Want to meet folks and play games? This is the place! Make new friends. Meet people. Play. It's huge. It's surprising the first time you walk in from the street. Parking lot - HA!!! I rarely find a spot. Luckily there's street parking.

Whenever I go to a new city, I try to check out a couple game stores just to see how the scene is. If Guardian Games is any indication, Portland is in good hands. It has tons of floor space, making it easy to browse games and miniatures without feeling cramped, and the MTG inventory is all managed through their website. So all you do is log in (you can do this in-store with a guest account or online from home or your phone), fill a cart, and pick it up right there in the store. Looks like they key prices to TCG mid so it's reasonable for brick and mortar. I usually buy something in every store I visit to support the LGS economy, and my order was in my hands in just a few minutes. Even better though, the place is well-staffed with friendly help. Usually stores like this have only a couple workers on hand, but there were 6-8 people working in all areas, helping people find games or RPG systems, or filling pick tickets. This is a cool store and I'd definitely visit again!

Great place for gamers! And for those who play board games! I went here to find something for and with my grandson, who has now become interested in Pikachu. We went together and examined several items, eventually settling on the Deluxe Edition book where he can learn all the facts about the various Pokémon. The staff is very kind and helpful, obviously well-versed in anything having to do with games and assorted and related fun things. The gaming room in the back was busy, with enough space left for new people to join. Parking was a breeze with a large parking lot. Prices seemed reasonable to me, but I am obviously no expert. I am glad he decided on a book, because that way he can go back and read up when he's older. His sister wanted a stuffed animal, of course, which we talked her out of and went looking for a unicorn stuffie somewhere else. Wonderful place!

There were SO many great games here! Tons were games I've never seen before which was so much fun. The people working here were so friendly and helpful. I love that they had games to play and hosted events at the store. It was definitely expansive and affordable!

I had a chance to stop by this place while visiting Portland. I was really impressed by the inside space that the store had. While MTG events were not going on due to the pandemic, I can see a nice and open play area that could host cool events in the back. The selection of singles was also impressive, and any customer could spend quite a while just staring at what's in the case. The inventory is all online, so you'll have to go to the computer terminal to place your order if you didn't do it ahead of time. The staff was also very kind and attentive. I was searching for sleeves and the staff had a binder full of the various sleeve types that I could check out before buying. Overall, Portland is very lucky to have stores like this supporting the local TCG community and I'll definitely be back.

This place is amazing has almost any mtg card you need and a wide variety of sealed products.

Fantastic selection in a nice modern setting. Staff was helpful and pointed me right where I needed based off my request.

Now I don't really have anything bad to say about this store in terms in layout, game/card selection, or overall aesthetic, they got it all, could probably use a new or updated bathroom setup, so small for such a large space. I have went here for MTG events in the past and the prize support has always been lackluster, especially with how big the turnout usually is. Then I know they changed owners not too long ago and it seems as though they gutted the previous staff, don't know what really went on there. Sometimes it good to start fresh but also sucks to see so many people axed or quit. I would maybe give it another chance down the line but a lot of experiences I've had here have just been "meh".

Fantastic selection and a great crew of eager people who are happy to help no matter what your interest.

A corporate store that pretends to be a small local business. They will actively lie about games they claim to play by paraphrasing the summary on the back of the box. When quized further they talk in circles. The worst pricing for all there product with the excuse they are a "small business" and " we can't compete with Amazon" except they don't want to tell you they own another board game shop and are owned under bourke retail. They will make predatory offers on trade ins and try to up talk the prices they give to children. they will 100% offer product to parents who don't know better just to get rid of it. Some staff are nice but a lot are rude, condescending, or snide.

I went to guardian games this weekend and unfortunately I was very disappointed in the experience i had. I've followed the company on their Facebook page and they seemed to be very gender and POC inclusive. While coming in with my Person of color friend, we were helped by friendly staff and took us to show us some of the games. Out of the corner of my eye I saw what looked to be a guardian game employee with a name badge but in regular clothes keeping a close eye on my friend. He picked up a game walked a few steps to show me and say something, and the employee did not break eye contact. Look I'm sure there can be a lot of theft in the world today, but staring at someone through their whole shopping experience as a "secret shopper" does make us uncomfortable. I could have asked him if there was a reason for him to be staring at my friend, but I'd rather just write the review and not come back. The employees in the guardian games black shirts are fine, but the ones in regular street clothes are a problem.

Lots of MTG, Pokémon and Board Games to choose from. Staff was very friendly and helpful! Mave, helped me find the right cards in the catalog and noticed I forgot my deck box of cards and placed it in the lost and found! Overall a stellar experience, excellent customer service and an all around good place to stop.

Good place for cards and board games The cards on display they have their own internal usage scale posted on the glass. Some of these cards are ready to be graded. You have to ask them for pricing on some of the more rare cards

Large selection and staff was friendly. Store is well organized. Spacious. Would like to see more ROG books. Fun to see all the interest....the store was buzzing with people.

Guardian Games seems like a good place to browse for games if you're looking for something new, but I'd go elsewhere if you're looking to play games. While they do have tables, a bar, and an upstairs area that can be rented out for playing various board games, card games and other table top games, the service and environment here is lacking, compared to other places where you can play games (such as Game Knight Lounge or even board game knight at My Fathers Place) First off, I can't think of a single place in Portland I've been to that serves beer, but doesn't also provide some kind of water, whether it's a drinking fountain or a big old orange container. Guardian Games doesn't have any drinking water, even by the bar, and when I asked the bar attendant, he quipped that I could get water from the bathroom (did he mean toilet or the sink!) They do sell bottled water for $1 a piece, but I find it unconscionable for a place to force you to buy plastic single use bottles, especially in Portland. They also make you check your personal water bottle at the desk if you go to the bar side, so it's not like you can bring your own water... at other bars where you check your water bottle, they provide some kind of water. Second, for such a large space, there are very few bathrooms. The women's bathroom is just a one room/stall set up so in the event of a large crowd, it could easily get backed up. Third, the attitude of the employees we interacted with was not great. The guy at the bar was unfriendly and bordering rude. When we were looking at magic cards, we had to flag someone down to make a purchase. At closing time, they were very obnoxious in kicking people out, rather abruptly - rather than gently reminding us that they would be closing soon, they just came up and said that we need everyone to get out since we are closing... Overall, I was really put off by our experience here. My friends do like Guardian Games and come often to purchase cards or games, or to play with friends, but I personally won't be back. There's so many friendlier set ups if you're looking to just play some games with friends.

**Disclaimer: this review is re: COVID19 times, and I did not physically step-foot into their store. **. THere was a specific board game that I wanted to obtain and play (Wingspan) and I came across this store, and thought it would be good to support a local business and potentially- pay less shipping cost if applicable. And, I used their website and it was very clear, and had explicit step by step instructions of how to shop through this store. I emailed to check inventory, as instructed, and unfortunately they did not have the game I wanted in stock. But, I was very impressed that the Inventory Rep emailing me advised me to order directly from the manufacturer, instead of leading me on, and having me be on the waiting list for months and months. That was the BEST Customer Service, and I will definitely look to support this shop in the future!

Went here with a few friends before lunch and this place is huge! They also offer a card playing are and a flipping bar?! How fun is that? Sadly, we are in a pandemic, but im sure it would be a fun place to hangout. They have so many games, puzzles, action figures, themed party stuff and rare Pokémon cards. Truly so wonderful to become a kid here and nerd out. It was a bit overwhelming, but we managed to find games that we liked which is nice, a little on the pricey side, but its convenient and you can get it right away vs waiting it to be shipped because your girl is impatient! The staff is pretty helpful and the environment is nice. They also have a nice reward program for discounts so who doesn't like a lil something something their total!?

Friendly and very helpful staff and they have a great buy back program. Plenty of different games to try and in store gaming.

Wow, this is a great place! The selection of tabletop games is momentous, and they have a vast array of RPG stuff too, D&D in particular. Staff is friendly, knowledgeable and accessible; it seems like at any given moment, someone in the store will have the answer to just about any obscure game question. Highly recommended.

Came here around 2pm on a weekday, and had a good time browsing, as there really weren't too many people in the store. What I enjoyed: - Staff is very nice and knowledgeable. - They spent at least 15 minutes walking me through some games and helping me choose one. - Not pushy and didn't rush me. - Great selection! They have very niche games too. What to note: - Prices are going to be a bit higher, but it's very competitive for brick and mortar!

Wow! This is a hugest conglomeration of games I have ever seen! It is cool! There are so many games, how does one ever choose? You ask one of the many staff! They have played these games, they know how long, how many players, whether it is a cooperative game or crush your opponent into oblivion game! It is wonderful that beet their opinions of these games! Probably the best part of all of this is that If you aren't sure of the game play (even after the great synopsis that the staff may give), you may have the opportunity to "test drive" a game. In the back room they have a huge wall of games you can test out. Give them your ID, choose a game and take it out to one of many tables to play! How cool is that? (Disclaimer: the game room is 21 and over only!) This is another baby-in-a-candy-store type of store. Beware!

Holy cow!! This might be one of the coolest places I have ever been!! My buddy tried to explain how big and amazing it would be, but words cannot describe the glory of this place for the avid board game enthusiast. If I lived in Portland I would spend half my time here and most of my money. I have never seen a more concentrated and vast amount of board games in one location. We spent 3 or 4 hours there and it was amazing. When we got there I walked around just looking at the games they had for sale. It was absolutely amazing. Shelves on shelves of games. Plus a ton of tables for reserve to play any game you would like. Plus and this might be my favorite aspect, they have a back room that is 21+ where they serve local beers and have board games to check out for free. It was mind blowing. If you love board games this is a must visit for sure!!

Such a cool place for games! If you're visiting Portland and have a free evening/afternoon, I highly suggest coming here and playing a game or two with your partner, friends, or strangers you meet here. They serve a nice collection of local beers on tap and in bottles which is what I've always wanted in a gaming store/cafe and they have a HUGE collection of games you can check out for free!