I really often don't like fan and game stores but this one does it well. An absolute great gamut of…read morefan and throwbacks across all the 80-90-00's material for toys and games, comics. Front and back with free to play arcade games means you can make a bit of time of it, hit the nearby brunch then wander down either memory or fandom lanes. A good showing here and well curated that shows they get it, without seeming like they're "too" interested in the odd hyper price hike cash grab in the space in some of the fandom frenzy areas. Pleasant surprise for a very simple expectation on the outside.

I know this place as just Echo Base. I didn't know it's called Tosche Station, lol. This is a…read morefull-on nerd town. There's everything from comic books and figures to games from Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Warhammer, and anything else you can think of. Some comic books are cheaper than on Amazon. I bought some on Amazon as gifts, only to realize after that, this place has them cheaper! I was just browsing and didn't have any questions or requests from the staff, but based on interactions with others, they know their stuff. This is not a surface-level, small store where they display a tiny collection. They have almost everything. I think that's the most important thing you need to know about this place. I did notice the retro consoles and games like the SNES are priced quite steeply here. They are rare to come by in Northern Virginia, so I'd expect that.

These guys are awesome. I'm clueless as I'm new in this hobby. They helped me pick out the stuff I…read moreneeded to finish my project and then when I got stuck making it all play nice together they sorted it out. I'd say I helped but they took care it it and taught me a ton. My go to for sure.

I stopped in today 10/4/25 Saturday morning to bring in my R/C truck that once again got banged up…read more( son) and like every other visit the friendly staff always comes through and get us back on the trails and not to mention they fully stock all kinds of parts like the new wheel set up we scored Thanks again guys 5

Very cool place for the Lego enthusiast/nerd, has a huge selection of kits, minifigs, and even…read moreother items like board games. There are neat displays, and they go all out with some even being motorized (like the helicopter), so you can have a lot of fun with these if you have the space and dedication! Bro and neighbor like building and doing diy projects, so this store is a favorite. There are also in-store events and competitions to get folks to show off their skills and meet like-minded people! Prices are good too for the selection! Next door is Dulles expo center and many restaurants so it can get busy at times but there's a huge parking lot so parking isn't an issue.

We love Brickmania. Big thank you to Chris, Shawn and the team for being so awesome on our visits…read more Brickmania develops and sells custom brick kits using only brand new Lego products. Custom Lego everything. Love the custom minifigs and sets. Not only do they have Brickmania kits but other building and gaming products as well. These are not your kids' Legos. They are an after-market developer of kits. Custom minifigs are over $20 each. Sets go from $100s to $1000s. These are works of art. These kits sell out frequently. The only draw back is that they will not ship from store stock so you have to go in person. 2 hour drive for us.

Generally I don't review card shops but I've been to the shop many times and it's a great way to…read morefind players alike if you play a certain card game. It is a bit small but it's generally packed with players playing a card game on certain weekdays. The staff has been helpful and they are knowledgeable on the products you are looking for. Luckily for my visit they knew what card I was looking when I asked them about it and they pulled it out from the display case. Prices are okay, some can be a bit above market but I understand that it's to help cover the store's cost and it's based on what the product is selling for. Overall I think the place is fun to visit, come check it out if you play any collectible card game!

Cool gaming venue. There is a limited amount of games and accessories for sale. Mostly about…read morephysical gaming space - lots of tables and chairs. #CurioCavern

Price is pretty solid. Strongly recommend in Fairfax area. Crowded place but there are many staffs…read morethere so it's good. Wish it opens sooner but since it usually operates until 10 pm so pretty good for working people and also for students. Mainly english booster box and a lot of bulk cards for various type of games. (And there is free parking lot nearby within 2 hours)

Gaming Giant and the employees who work there are awesome!…read more This past week I stopped in to get some cards for a friend's birthday - which in itself was a great experience. Mehdi was super patient and personable while I picked out cards and I felt welcomed the whole time. When I got home that evening, I noticed one of the cards had a minor defect and the store was more than happy to hear me out and make sure I was satisfied and taken care of. When I stopped back in Eric and Mehdi were amazing in helping me and making sure I left satisfied. Other than the awesome customer service, they have a huge selection of singles from various card games like One Piece, Magic, Pokemon and so on as well as tons of sealed product as well and the prices are very fair. Highly recommend stopping in and supporting this store if you live in the area.

While at Fair Lakes Shopping Center yesterday I saw a Hobby Lobby. I'd never been in a Hobby…read moreLobby. So as an artist I came in to see what art supplies they carried. For this review, I will stay away from the controversies Hobby Lobby has been embroiled in, but note that the owners' conservative beliefs are off-putting to many people. The first thing I noticed at Hobby Lobby were the long checkout lines (only a couple lanes were open). The second thing I noticed was the loud elevator music featuring saxophones. The third thing I noticed was the weird cluttered layout. There really aren't any main aisles, it's basically a rabbit warren filled with cheap crafts and an overabundance of religious tchotchkes. Again, I came in to see their art supplies. I did see a row or two with a decent selection of canvases, but zero other art supplies. I saw one row with hobby paints, but that doesn't count. From what I could tell, there are no public restrooms. That doesn't seem very Christian to me. But maybe it was an oversight on my part, that Hobby Lobby does have restrooms and I just missed them. Upon leaving the store, I noticed the checkout lines had barely moved. Other than the fact that I don't live anywhere near this location, I have no motivation to ever shop at Hobby Lobby. Michael's is a much better arts and crafts supply store. Though, if I want to purchase art supplies, Plaza and Blick are my best bets.

This Hobby Lobby location is the biggest I've been to in the area... it's massive. There are rows…read moreand rows of different categories of arts and crafts to satisfy your hearts desire. Prices are comparable to other arts and crafts stores but i do find Hobby Lobby has better selections. Plus there is almost always promotions so make sure to check for promo codes and coupons for additional savings. The day I visited; I need to get some fabric and after deciding on the one I wanted; I had to walk around the area to find some help. After I was able to find a staff member; I asked for some assistance in the fabric department. She complained that it wasn't her department and that i should ring the bell that was on the counter. She could see that i was taken back by her response so she quickly quipped fine!... she'll help me. She ended up cutting 5 yards of fabric for me that took less than 2 minutes to do. I think this store needs more staff and more customer service training.

First time here and it was the best time I've had at a retro game spot! Offered great trade in…read morevalue, communication was on point, and I found some goodies in a Free bin. Store was clean and they have a great selection of games choose from . 10/10 experience

I recently visited Arcana's Video Games Store after driving a considerable distance through heavy…read moretraffic because of the positive reviews I had read and the information on their website indicating that they accept trade-ins and support multiple video game platforms. The website even displays logos for the major gaming companies, which gave me confidence that my items would be considered. Unfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. I brought two Xbox systems to trade in: an Xbox One X White Special Edition and an Xbox One S with a 1TB hard drive. After arriving, the employee informed me that they were no longer accepting Xbox trade-ins because Xbox products were "not selling well." He also mentioned that I should have called ahead first. This was surprising, as there was no indication of this policy change on their website, which clearly indicate that trade-ins are accepted and it was the main reasons I made the long trip to the store. During the interaction, I also noticed an Xbox One console for sale in the store. When I mentioned this, the employee explained that it was a special edition. I responded that, given the price it was listed at, it might be difficult to sell. Additionally, after briefly inspecting my systems, the employee incorrectly stated that my Xbox One X was a digital edition. I had to point out that it clearly has a disc drive and is in fact the white special edition model. Overall, the experience felt dismissive and unprofessional, especially after explaining that I had driven a long distance specifically because the store advertised trade-ins. If the store has changed its trade-in policies, it would be very helpful to update that information online so customers do not waste their time making unnecessary trips. This was my first experience with Arcana's, and unfortunately it will likely be my last.

Amazing cards for great value the selection is HUGE and amazing service they are very kind…read moredefinitely recommend buying from them

The Fantastic Store is everything you'd want as a one stop shop for everything trading card…read morerelated. This store is big and it might be a bit intimidating but everyone that is staff here has been extremely friendly. The emphasis on community is strong here where I was welcomed and I was asked if they could help me look for any specific product. Like any card store, the prices depend on what you are willing to pay for said item. I do think their prices are fair and while it's not MSRP, it beats having to deal with the frustration of not being able to obtain product from a brick & mortar. But take this with a grain of salt; you are shopping from one place that has it all and you don't have to wait in line waiting to be informed that the stock is out. Overall, I think the only downside is the parking; it's limited and it's inconvenient to have to park at another store's front to walk to the store you want to go to but it is what it is. Check this place out if you like Cards!

Selection was okay but the prices are insanely high compared to market price, some over double the…read moreprice