Do you want to play a game?
No.. Really? Wanna? :)
Dreamers wheels and deals (pun intended!) in all things games. Be it a board game, a tabletop game, or a more involved card game, Dreamers has what you're looking for and then some.
Staff are friendly and knowledgeable, which is no small feat, as they carry a range of stock. We were greeted on both visits by kind staff who were eager to answer questions, despite the busy atmosphere. When I say busy atmosphere, I don't mean crowded. Even on a Saturday with Pokémon in full swing, staff were attentive and we had plenty of browsing room - even with our baby!
Displays are stocked categorically, with board games lining the west wall in a beautiful display. Lots of options for any game you're looking for, and staff were looking up a couple of games for customers that it seemed they may not have in Stock. Keep in mind, there are a couple more locations, so another location may have what you're looking for if this one does not.
Now for the cards! What brought us in was Pokémon. When I was younger, about 10 or so years ago, I played Pokémon here on weekends. In that time, they've changed locations, and have expanded both stock and playing area. In a hallway somewhat behind the counter (but open to the public eye, with windows!) they have several tables for game play of all kinds. I recommend calling to find out what they host, but a cursory look suggests they do Pokémon, Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh! And a few others I'm not familiar with. Cards are sold in promotional and booster packs in the common area, and sold in singles for a set price behind the counter, except for a large box of miscellaneous Magic The Gathering cards that is accessible from the other side. Without a doubt, Magic The Gathering has the most stock here, so if that's your game I'd stop in.
Accessories for card players were in abundance, with deck boxes, card sleeves and other game paraphernalia available for purchase. Again, knowledgeable staff: We made a comment about the number of card protectors sold in a pack and a staff member caught the drift that we played Pokémon. Cool. Also, no need to sacrifice style for hobby: The card protectors are sold in a variety of colors, patterns and licensed artwork.
If tabletop gaming of a different ilk is your thing, no need to worry. This place has always had a reputation for Warhammer, and to what degree they carry stock I'm not sure, but we could see some people playing from outside. My brother frequents this place to pick up dice and other supplies for Dungeons and Dragons, and has said it's his favorite place to go. Duly noted. I know they have a couple of groups that play games there, but I'd always recommend calling ahead to get the real scoop before you show up.
Other things of note? They had comics! Not many, but a decent stock. To help satiate the masses while playing games, they also have a couple coolers with soda, juice and microwave snacks. Candy bars and other convince food were available.
If you're a child, a parent, or just a kid at heart, whatever you want to call it: Playing games is fun. As a girl who grew up, had life get in the way, with a child now, I hold dear the significance of games of any kind. I remember the sheer joy Pokémon brought me as a kid, and if you have a game from your past you want to try again, a pop into Dreamers will get you back into whatever it was you enjoyed.
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