Running a comic shop can be tough, but for some stores, the joy of browsing old issues and feeling…read morethe comics is what makes them special. Unfortunately, this store doesn't quite capture that magic. Upfront, I want to say that it appears to have been around for a while, attracting dedicated comic fans. It is doing something right. It also hosts local card tournaments (and maybe D&D?), but I can't speak to the variety of those. This might be their bread and butter. Not sure. The comic section, however, is a mess. As soon as you walk in, you pass a narrow row of shelves about 5 feet tall facing away from you--it's unclear why, but it makes the space feel small or uninviting. Still, it isn't a large space, and it doesn't match the charm of classic comic shops. Felt more like I was entering a dark porn store from the 80s. For my trip, I had read revieews and as a local comic store, I wanted to check it out. I was looking for back issues. Remember stores with hundreds of boxes overflowing with comics packed in too tight to see the comics? Yep, that is this place. Navigating the shop is tricky: new comics are on hanging shelves too close together, forcing you to crouch and strain to see them under the shelf above. Independent comics are on the far left of the store in the back - between the boxes and boxes and boxes and boxes and boxes of back issues. The backstock is packed with rows of comics, about 25% overflow in each box (plus stacks of comics on top of those boxes). Very hard to browse. When you do find a title, the comics tend to be dusty, and although sealed, I didn't have my glasses to check for spine ticks or other issues. But, it can't be good to store comics on top of a box without a lid. If you're hunting for key back issues, forget it--these have been picked over like roadkill in the desert; there's nothing valuable left. Instead, you'll find many comics priced between $1-$2, labeled at $4-$8 or more, but most are from the past and generally worthless. I can't tell if the store is clean, but it felt dirty (maybe the lighting or the dusty boxes?). If I were to advise the store - even though they seem to be doing fine - I'd suggest selling your stock on Whatnot, starting at $1 per comic, to gauge interest. If you can clear out 35% of your back issues that way, you won't need to sell low-value comics at higher prices. I understand the reluctance to take losses - I've felt the same - but if your stock is holding back from creating a warm, vibrant, energetic atmosphere, it might be worth doing. There's no shame in dumping unsellable stock as a tax write-off. Listing those low-priced comics at $4-$6 could generate significant revenue and help the store thrive. Personally, I think this is the best approach, as you don't need to spend hours selling thousands of comics. I will note that the staff were friendly. I spoke with one staff member and they are knowledgeable about the stock they had. My guess is this might be where the store shines for people. The human touch. I so wanted to like this place. But, maybe I wait until I make trips to Chicago in the future.

Absolutely a gem! There's rows and rows of comic books, but they also carry board games and playing…read morecards. Ms. Sadako (owner's mother) is always friendly and sweet; I enjoy the conversations I have with her. It's always fun to just stop by and browse, and they also have a small section of old nostalgic Japanese manga. The owner, Roy, is very knowledgeable and can help you find what you're looking for. He has a great sense of humor and he's full of interesting stories. I didn't grow up near a comic book store, but I hope this is what the good ol' days were like. Just a quirky family business with a strong sense of community. So stay for a while, and enjoy meeting old and new friends.

Best comic shop in Indy. After 50 years they must be doing something right. Used to play Heroclix…read morethere. Sad to see no more gaming after Covid....oh well

I used to think that Downtown Comics Castleton and Circle City Comics (formerly) used to be my…read morefavorite comic shops, but now Comic Carnival is my favorite comic shop to visit! It also a perfect shop for pop culture fans. I love the selection of new and old comic books that I can find (such as Marvel, DC, Image, IDW, etc.), the good customer service I can provide, how much any of the comics cost, and everything else that makes it fun to visit! I sure hope a next comic shop will be my second favorite like Comic Carnival!

Lots of good funky pops and staff is friendly they have good comic books and some fun mystery packs…read moretoo

A hidden gem in the White River Plaza in Muncie, IN. Owner is an expert in new trends in graphics,…read moreformat and story and has a collection of current Eisner winners along with deep collections of classic Marvel titles. Local artists, graphic novels and RPGS all in a large retail location with plenty of parking. I'm there every month!

This place is a hidden gem for anyone that likes to read or collects comics. The employee working…read morethere game me a wealth of information for grading my comic book collection. (For those that don't know, grading a comic book is having a 3rd party look at it and inspect it and rank the condition. It adds value to your comics if they are in good shape). They had all of their comics organized by characters and publishers. Can not wait to go back again. They have very fair prices too. They also sell different collectibles.

Nice little comic shop with a small games area for Magic and D&D. Good selection of current books…read more Staff were nice. They did push a loyalty punch card, which always feels anachronistic to me.

This is a cute little shop! I went with some friends for Free Comic Book Day and was nervous…read morebecause of the broken website but they had a great selection of FCBD comics. It seemed that everyone there was an experienced comic enjoyer and I felt a little bit like I was stepping on toes, but no one was rude and the man behind the counter was friendly. This was my first time in a comic book store so I don't have much to compare it too but the whole time me and my friends were saying it was a neat place! Definitely could use a working website though, and the lack of recent Yelp reviews made me worried it wasn't even open, so I'm leaving a review for posterity.

For a mom-and-pop comic shop, they had an okay selection. Nothing too exciting but a decent…read moreselection for their space. The store lacks signage / labeling for what product is in what area. The prices are pretty reasonable but the guy who works there isn't very friendly.

An absolutely wonderful hobby shop, and with an incredible and diverse selection! I've been coming…read morehere for years, and it really is one of the best FLGS I've been to. For the staff, it's a family-run business and they're all incredibly nice and personable. It's easy to talk to all of them and they're more than willing to help with special requests and orders. They also offer a 10% in-store credit reward system which is simple and quite generous too! In terms of location, while it's a bit off the beaten path, it's close enough to one of the main streets in tow (and another hobby shop) to not be an issue. Parking can be cramped on busy days, but that's to be expected. As far as product goes, there's a lot! Miniatures in particular are well-represented. All Games Workshop IPs are here (some more than others, but also including some boxsets that aren't available anymore) and they're always getting new product in for pre-orders. While they do sell them at GW retail price, their rewards program has let me get away (more than a few times) with getting a few boxes for free or for more than 50% discount. Dungeons and Dragons + Pathfinder minis are also available, as are Star Wars: Legion, BattleTech, and HeroClix, as well as more niche stuff, like Blood and Plunder. A fair selection for various card games, but also a generous and wide selection of board games as well! Lastly, there is also a selection of paints, primers, brushes, magnets, basing material, and other hobby tools that are readily available. As far as gaming space, the backroom has space to accommodate plenty of people and for different games. Plenty of tables to set up at, and a wide selection of terrain to make use of for wargaming. While I unfortunately cannot comment on the music section of the store, as I have not made use of its services, I can say that the gentleman who runs it is very respectful and helpful. Overall, a very worthwhile visit for hobbyists who want a wide selection of goods to peruse at an honest price from honest staff. This place means a lot to me, if you couldn't tell from the review lol

The second downtown comic shop... You could walk from one to the other... this is also a pretty…read moregood shop. It has more of a hipster vibe than the other two, but they are very friendly here, as well. They should do with a bit more inventory. I wish all the shops in Muncie much success.

This is a pretty big store for such a small town. They have new and used comics, dvds, graphic…read morenovels and gaming equipment. Their hours are really limited, but they seem to be open 4-6 most days of the week. They had D&D and Magic, and host some gaming events. The owner is an enthusiast, and very knowledgeable; you can tell he's passionate about his shop and comics.

I got profiled so hard here. I got ID over a Teen comic, I'm 19, and the whole time I don't think…read morethere was a moment where they took their eyes off me. When I went up to pay, the guy said something about IDing me to make sure my card is mine and to keep everyone safe? Just overall very unprecedented.

zero stars if I could... don't ever waste your time here for cards or collectibles... they are…read moreincompetent when it comes to buying or selling inventory. Manager or self proclaimed "GM" is a fat cow of a Karen anyone who values their time should not waste it here!

great selection, went in to get my husband a gift. the one bigger guy with a beard I could hear…read moretalking about someone and it seemed unprofessional to have that conversation where customers could hear. I was helped by this really sweet girl and when I asked who that other employee was she said the manager. I'm myself a manager and I was genuinely appalled at his mannerisms. the girl seemed like she wanted to say more, I have a feeling management here is unprofessional and under qualified to be leading a team. not sure who their dm or owner is but maybe screen your leaders a bit better, I feel sorry for the team. great selection though, the store itself is great just the staff besides the girl that helped me seems questionable.

In a past life, I lived with a comic book fiend, so I've been to my fair share of comic book…read morestores. Aw Yeah Comics is a great comic book store! It's way better than it needs to be, and the people of Muncie are lucky to have it. What I like about this store is that it feels very cozy. There are cramped hallways filled with comics, plus small rooms with bookshelves of graphic novels and action figures. It's a lovely feeling to be surrounded by so many stories and ideas. One of the rooms has a nice little chair at which to sit and read. Another room has toys and action figures and Funko Pop characters. A whole wall is dedicated just to Funko! It was oh-so quiet when I visited, which was nice because then I could just browse and look around without distractions. The people behind the counter were super friendly, and ready to answer questions or joke around -- it seemed like they were down for whatever. One of the things I love about this comic book store is that they have a designated section for young children, with comic book and graphic novel recommendations. Their recs were spot-on, too. A whole area dedicated to Raina Telgemeier? Heck yeah.

Me and my wife were visiting grandparents in muncie. So we wanted to check out a good local comic…read moreshop. We walked in and immediately greeted by the nicest owners. Definitely will be back even if I have to drive two hours to get there. Definitely recommend checking the store out , it will not disappoint. J&H

I loved it!!!! I will definitely be going back. The customer service was great, even if they didn't…read morewanna buy stuff.. LOL, there's a lot of great things there. I suggest people go and check it out.!!!!

Store is cool and has a lot of options. Very hard place to not find something you like. The people…read morethat work there are very nice. Way bigger on the inside than the outside.