Amazing selection of comics and games. All books are well priced and the owner is nice. Definitely recommend

Definitely a wide selection of comics. Looks like they had every comic you can think of and then some. No Japanese mangas that I saw. They did have a calendar for events right when you walk in. read more

Atomic Comics Emporium - Comic Books Near Me - Hampton, Virginia

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I remember playing trading card games like Magic The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh in the late 90s to early 2000s. They were the craze back then and even to this day in 2021, they still are. According to some of my shipmates, Magic The Gathering especially, has stayed strong, with a cult following and has come out with brand new versions and cards in recent years. Its safe to say the number of players of Magic The Gathering are in the millions. For me, the last time I played Magic was 2015 so its been a while. Now on my new ship, I met some sailors who have rekindled my interest in the card game. I looked around the 757 area for some good card shops, and I happened upon Atomic Comics Emporium! From the outside, doesn't look like much. Not gonna lie, my first impression pulling into the parking lot was, "what the heck is this shabby looking place?" But once I walked through the doors, I was transported to another dimension. Card games and comics galore! :O :O I legit stood there for a good 2-3 minutes, just mesmerized and honestly a little overwhelmed with my surroundings! This place puts the card shops back home in NYC to shame..LOL Glass displays everywhere with all kinds of card games, shelves of comics and other various displays. It was a Saturday, and I saw a bunch of people in the back playing in some kinda tournament. After a few minutes, I found the Magic the Gathering section, and one of the associates came and helped explain how the game has changed and what's new, and what the store has in stock. Boy how the game has changed! Totally new format with Commander decks and a myriad of new booster packs and cards to choose from. After looking over some stuff online, I finally settled with 2 booster packs, a deck and some sleeves to keep the cards in good condition. As with most other trading card games, Magic can be quite expensive and costs can easily add up. It can seem quite confusing to newcomers, and there is a learning curve, but I think it is one of the most fun trading card games. Whatever your needs, Atomic Comics Emporium has you covered! This was definitely a great find and I'll be back! read more

Never judge a book by its cover, or a building from its exterior. Once you walk through the door of what looks like an old warehouse for the first time, it's like a step back in time (where life was far more simple). Inside, you'll be overly impressed and somewhat overwhelmed with how the Emporium is completely packed and bursting at the seams with merchandise. Whatever you're in to, this family run store will have it. And if they haven't, they'll check their other store or gladly order it in for you. Nothing is impossible here, but it can be pricey. Saturday's are super busy, and it's so great to see people getting involved in the games in store. There is a board outside which shows the daily scheduled events for the month. If D+D, Magic or board games isn't your thing, there's even a movie night or comic club. Plus, there's a retro Pac-Man arcade machine right by the front door/exit... There's also a membership available for a small fee that will give give you a discounted amount off every purchase you make. Staff in here are so helpful and they really know their stuff. We've met the owners daughters on previous visits who work here and were so taken back at how knowledgeable they were. It's SO awesome to meet (adult) females who know their sh*t - the "nerd world" is so much more accessible because of ladies like these. So basically, I will not "return" as such, because this is now where I'm going to live out the rest of my adult years. Cool. Come visit my house sometime. read more

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I really wish I lived in Virginia again. My sister told me about this beautiful comic store and I went to check it out. I was sooooooo not disappointed! It was stocked with so many comics. I didn't check it all out because I had to leave for a 9 hour drive back to CT, but they did have Xena comics. Even a kids comics section. Got a Star Trek vs Transformer comic for my daughter. I can't wait to read it to her. And I can't wait to read my Xena comics. I'm so fricken happy. When I'm in the area again, I'll definitely be coming down here. Next time really check out all the comics they got. read more

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...as almost everyone has stated it looks a little shabby on the outside, but step inside and be mesmerized. It truly is an amazing place. I'm a comic book collector and was impressed with the graded and raw sections. Lots of the other stuff they sell now in these types of stores. I have one complaint. There were boxes and boxes of stuff behind glass and out of bounds for customers. I'm not one to talk to staff members unless I have to. read more

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great selection of Cards, comics, games. Huge store.,.....,..........

From the outside, it looks a bit abandoned and the windows are painted over with an old mural, so it feels like a gamble going inside. So much room dedicated to gaming! Shabby around the edges, as one expects from hobby shops and bookstores. There's that continual project, mismatched display setup that is common to many used bookstores and comic shops. It's pretty easy to determine different sections. Displays could use some love but I didn't notice anything suffering for want of protection. Lots of old comic stock, if you are interested in DC or Marvel. The Indies were not much represented as far as I saw, except in trades. There are tons of figurines, minis, and collectables. There is a main area to the right with gaming tables, though there are standalone tables in other sections. The proprietors were around, helpful, but not hovering even though we were the only visitors at the time. In short, well worth a visit. There is a calendar of events and releases posted by the front door. It's not in pristine condition, but it's certainly not dilapidated or scary like some shops are. I hope to be able to go to one of the events sometime soon. read more

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Was in there to try and trade some japanese pokemon cards. After being told i had to wait for any of the managers to be working. I finally came in and found one.Upon asking to see if i could trade them, i was told that i could not trade them due to it taking too much time to price them. Note there were only 30 cards in total. Then proceeded to be asked what i wanted to trade for anyways, in a demeaning tone. He wasnt very nice or patient, as i've never traded in cards before, then tried to start an argument with me on how the cards could be priced and bought at one price, could be turned aroundand sold for cheaper ( but thats the nature for both american and japanese ) I was a constant customer but i think ill take my buisness elsewhere sadly. read more

From board games to toys to comics. This place has it all, they even added some arcade machines to boost the fun. If you are new at collecting comics or a long time pro like me this place has it all. If they don't have they probably have it at one of their other locations. What an excellent toy collection, the vintage Star Wars just brings the kid out of me and out of my wallet. The prices are reasonable and you can't find it cheaper anywhere else. Really love the staff, I have zero complaints. I say visit this place just to look around, there is something for everyone, trust me. 5/5 read more

So, here's a cool story: I'm pretty sure I'm the biggest lady-nerd in the 757 Yelpus Maximus Regionus. It's cool, I accept it. But, on a serious note, I have a really killer Star Wars collection. My 1977 MOC Kenner Yoda (with no yellowing) in Star Card is absolutely positively my pride and joy. I love it almost as much as my first-born (especially when he doesn't eat his brussel sprouts). I really dig Atomic Comics. Why, exactly? Because the owner of Atomic Comics is, like me, a really big Star Wars nerd. He's read every SW novel ever written and is the most knowledgeable guide in the world. A Star Wars oracle. I like him so much that I actually like giving him my money twice a month. Atomic Comics is meticulously organized --which, if you're big into geekery and comic book shops, you know how appreciated this is. Other (nameless) comic book shops in this area seem like a mashed-up, chopped-and-screwed remix of this store. Difficult to find anything that you're looking for ... Filled with amateur Harley Quinn crap. Sorry if you like Harley Quinn (just like every other thirteen year-old girl). I sincerely appreciate how easy it is to maneuver my way throughout this store. Also, there are a lot of "easter eggs" throughout the establishment. The heart of Iron Man (arc reactor if you're well-informed), the original Pokemon board game, and many other neat things that make you go "ooooooooooh!". So, why four stars versus five? Because you're going to pay full retail here. They know their stuff. There's no negotiating. Pay their price or leave the item there. A lot of their merchandise does not have prices on it; thus, the sales associate will eBay the highest selling price and sell it to you at that. Not the median --no, no, no. The highest selling price. And, honestly, unless I'm buying something from 1977-1983, I really do not feel going about paying full retail for Power of the Force which will stay at the same value for the next twenty years. BUT, a big, glistening thumb-up and a winky face to Atomic Comics. You really know how to make my day with all of your Jawas and hidden gems. read more

I moved to the area in 07, and started going to the store every weekend. While the conditions seemed livable at first glance, the more and more I sat in the store the more I noticed. The roof leaks so bad that mold grows in nearly every corner. The air ducts are infested with roaches, and on several cases I found dead mice in the middle of the store. In truth the only reason I stuck around was because of the games I was playing at the time. We didn't have a place large enough to house all of us, and so we dealt with the major flaws. Little by little the owners attitude towards certain gamers forced a divide among customers. Not to mention his pricing is outrageous. The owner has twenty year old books that are severely water damaged for more than their cover price, because of "rarity" of the item. In the end I tend to regret ever stepping in this store. A few months back I went in after a year or so of not going there. The guy didn't even remember who I was, even after gaming there twice a week for nearly 4 years. Avoid this place like the plague... because it is growing on the walls here. read more

They have a ton of comics! The guy who works there was soo helpful and friendly. They have old comics and tons of new ones. The figures were really cool and lots of them. Wish I could come back again soon but I live in Wv. read more

Atomic Comics Emporium - Comic Books Near Me - Hampton, Virginia

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This place has so much promise but time and neglect have hurt the place. 1. There is a lot of damage but very old product on the shelves. It is so old you can move it and see the outline of where the dust has collected. 2. I have allergies and you can see where the mold is growing on the walls. The building itself is in need of major repairs and cleaning. 3. The pricing of older product is just out of touch. I prefer to support local game stores but if you are a collecting rare out of print material it is by far more effective to use online means. You will get better pricing and product in better shape online. You are better off going to other locations. avoid this store. read more

This is a great place to have fun. The staff is always friendly and the store is clean. They have a large selection of comics and game merchandise. You can go and play D&D, Magic, Pokemon and much more. I highly recommend you check out this store. read more

I have been coming here off and on for over 20 years. The owners Jim and his Wife are awesome. And each time I come by, whether it's months or a year since my last visit, they always remember me. That's customer service at its finest. read more

Amazing shop! Huge selection of back issues at good prices. Easily could have spent several hours and lots more money than I did. Will definitely be coming back! read more

As pointed out by other reviews, the condition of the store is appalling. The carpet is ragged and bunched up from years of traffic, and there were no less than five trash cans around the store collecting the water dripping in from the roof. The whole place smells of mildew. The owner has tons of gaming books in the store that are several editions old and useless to most everyone except the most hardcore collectors, and the condition of some of the books would scare off even them. Any current books are scattered in amongst the clutter of the other materials, making it that much more difficult to find. He also has a lot of ostensibly collectible toys around the place, as well as thousands of comics and trade paperbacks. What you're really left with is a store that doesn't seem to know what it wants to be -- a gaming store, a comics store or a collectibles store, and therefore does none of them well. Truthfully, he needs to move all of the out of date gaming books into storage somewhere and try to sell them online or just trash the lot. Then he needs a major renovation of the building to create a place where people are really going to want to come and shop. There wasn't much, but I do want to mention the positives. On the plus side, I was there for an event and the people I was playing with were great. This might be a place where you could meet other gamers, you just have to get away from the store afterwards. I am a comics guy and hands-down this store has more of the older back issues than you're likely to find anywhere else in the area. I don't know what kind of condition they'd be in, though. I didn't have any problems with the staff, but I didn't interact with them much while I was there. read more

One if my favorite places to go for comics and games. The staff is friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable.

Not an ideal place to shop for any sort of gaming, comic or hobby needs of any sort. A wide variety of unfriendly staff that's varies from cold-shoulder attitudes to serious language barriers. Extremely dirty conditions, dead roaches litter their display cases. The ceilings leak and a smell of mold and dust fill the air. I felt very unwelcome as soon a I walked in when I only received odd glares instead of being greeted and then seemed like I was being bothersome when asking for simple assistance. Their gaming card boxes lack almost any sort of organization as well as display cases in random spots all across the store making it difficult to locate any certain card you may need. I personally will not be back for any reason considering the other competent comic stores in the area that meet all the needs anyone could expect from a small local business. read more

Dark, A lot of things are in bad condition, but priced as if it were golden. The owner has his dogs running around and laying on the check out counter (That isn t okay in my opinion.) Store is almost too big and hard to navigate, and still almost seems as if it is lacking substance. Comics are in terrible condition and look as though most things in here were faded from sitting in the sun, however it is so dark in here you would have to wonder why. All around bad experience needless to say i walked out without spending a penny. read more

For the last 25 years plus have gone here , owners are very well versed in games , lots of Role play. card games and board games played , large selection of "stuff" as well read more

Friendly staff. Good place to meet others interested in comics and TCGs. Would be better if less people were outside the entrance smoking cigs. Could improve the restroom and have paper towels and keep it cleaner. I understand that comic book shops are ran on lower budgets, so thats why I rated it 3 star. It is better than other comic book shops I've been to. In the end it is a good place to play cards and board games compared to other shops. read more

My #1 go-to shop for anything gaming or comic related. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, there's a HUGE amount of gaming space, and there are games going on every day of the week! Definitely check this place out if you like comics, collectables, Magic the Gathering, and/or tabletop gaming! read more