Games Universe in Mequon: Sellers Beware!…read more I went into Games Universe in Mequon to sell more than 1,000 Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering cards. I was told the cards would be scanned individually and priced at 50% of TCGplayer. That sounded reasonable. Before going in, I personally scanned every card using CollX to get an idea of the collection's market value. CollX estimated the collection at more than $500, so based on Games Universe's stated 50% buying rate, I expected an offer somewhere around $240-$250. After approximately 24 hours, they called and offered me $64. That works out to roughly 6 cents per card. These were not worthless cards. The collection consisted primarily of vintage commons and mostly unplayed cards that had been in my possession for more than 20 years. There were dozens of cards in the $1-$3 range and nine copies of Seething Song that they themselves valued at approximately $11 each, and a Pokémon Blaziken V that I had valued at around $28. When I went into the store to discuss the offer, Conor explained their system in a condescending manner. I started by asking about the nine Seething Songs. He confirmed they valued them at $11 each--$99 worth of cards. At 50%, those nine cards alone should have represented roughly a $50 offer. According to their $64 total offer, that would leave only $14 for the other 1,063 cards. That was when I knew something was seriously wrong and the experience felt extraordinarily deceptive and predatory. If a store tells customers their cards will be individually evaluated and purchased at 50% of market value, an offer that amounts to roughly 6 cents per card raises serious questions. I have been buying, selling and playing Magic for approximately 30 years. I explained that I was the sole owner of these cards and that they had been in my possession for more than two decades. Conor's response was that none of that mattered to him and that he didn't need to "hear my credentials." It didn't need to become confrontational. It could have simply been a conversation about the cards and the offer. Instead, Conor's increasingly aggressive and condescending tone became particularly troubling as it became clear that I was not going to accept what I felt was an attempt to take advantage of the uneven leverage they apparently believed they had over me. Once I decided to take my cards back, and therefore take the potential profit from those cards away from the store, the entire transaction went sour and the interaction became increasingly unprofessional. Conor became agitated and verbally aggressive, making comments I won't repeat here. I took my cards and left. When I got home, I scanned the collection myself using the TCGplayer app. The results were eye-opening: 1,011 Magic cards: $401.26 61 Pokémon cards: $49.83 Total TCGplayer value: $451.09 Games Universe offered me $64. By their own stated 50% buying guidelines, that collection should have generated an offer of approximately $225.54. Instead, they offered me $64--roughly 28% of what their own buying policy would suggest and only 14% of the total TCGplayer value. The numbers don't lie. I walked in expecting a legitimate card-selling experience based on the terms they gave me. I walked out with my cards because I no longer trusted the process. Maybe there is an explanation for their $64 valuation. If so, it should have been transparent and obvious from the beginning. What I experienced was a massive disconnect between the buying process they described and the offer they actually made. If you are considering selling cards at Games Universe, do your homework first. Know your cards' value, get multiple offers, and don't blindly trust a stated percentage of market value. I will never step foot in that store again. I gave Games Universe an opportunity to conduct an honest and professional transaction, and in my experience, they destroyed whatever trust could have existed. For me, that's the end of the story and the end of my business with Games Universe.

Asked several times about One Piece Box Prices. 500 years in the future @ Game Universe: $175,…read moreonline: $115-125. Same thing with OP-06, Wings of the Captain. Purchased a box on TikTok for $130. TCGPlayer had it for $145-160. Asked front desk... $264. Looking for one piece cards, avoid this shop

Living nowhere near this place, I'll most likely not be back, but I had a very positive experience…read morehere. The owner was very nice, and the wide selection of old and new video games dating back to Atari 2600 could have kept me occupied for hours. I was able to find two games I had been looking for for a while, both at prices at or better than I had seen anywhere else.

Good selection of retro video games and very fair pricing. The owner was easy to negotiate with…read morewhen selling items to him too. Definitely a place to come back to.

The store paid out well when they first opened and needed stock. Now that they are stocked up with…read morewhat my buddy and I brought opening week, they pay like 10 cents a dvd. Rare stuff you might get $1. They preach a business model of "paying top dollar" but let me tell you, that is a lie. If you confront them on social media, don't worry, they will just delete the comments and block you instead of explaining their practices. I literally saw a blank VHS tape in the infamous glass case for $8. Ridiculous. Save your money and go to Preplayed in green bay. They will be straight up and honest with you. If you're looking to buy, go to Half Price Books in Appleton as well. Won't be going back to this store. What a let down.

Several employees working not doing anything but talking to their coworkers. Store was dirty and…read moreunorganized and the bathroom was filthy. I do not recommend.

Used extremely manipulative wording to have me pay for something 300$ over price charting. I…read moreshould've known better but I'm young in life experience and in the hobby of collecting. Genuine POS with profit in mind over people.

Not a welcoming environment for retro game collectors if you plan on shopping around. Would rather…read morepay double at another place if it means we can look around. Owner needs to work on his professionalism as a one man job. I understand rules as a business, but maybe let the costumer know at the door/before entering rather than letting them stand there waiting to be attended.

Great selection of comics, magazines and statues. They also have a very helpful and friendly staff…read more Will be back.

They've done a great job cleaning up the place and improving the lighting. Fantastic for back…read moreissues. They also have an array of used DVD's and video games, plus a wall full of great action figures and collectibles. Also, they participate in Free Comic Book Day.

There was a good selection of toys and the staff was fun. I purchased a cool puzzle at a reasonable…read moreprice.

I love this place so much, even as a teen i admit, i go there quite a bit to pick up some candy and…read moremaybe a trinket after i get payed, the owners are amazing, and the rest of the staff is also very nice! If you're looking for a good local toy shop I would highly recommend this place.

Was in Milwaukee and had Record Head on my list. The store is huge and offers both new and used…read morerecords including other items. I searched the used section and found records that were on my wish list that were of great value. Street parking is limited. My tip is to park in the lot behind the store. If you are in to vinyl you will want to plan to visit Record Head, I am very happy I did !!

I bought 2 controllers from their games section and one was faulty, one didn't even work at all,…read morewas told they were refurbished but the screws on the back say otherwise. I also took my signed soldout shows modern rapper vinyl and they said they didn't do modern artists despite having frank ocean on the wall after being offered a whopping $10. AVOID!! These people have gentrified the hobbies.

Good prices on comics. Organization is next level. Staff is always friendly. Love Gerry. Favorite…read morecomic shop in Milwaukee area without a doubt.

My favorite comic shop in Milwaukee. Great selection of back issues including Bronze Age and some…read moreSilver Age. Excellent prices, including some real bargains; well organized and pleasant to browse in. I've been coming here for more than 40 years. Zach, the present owner, has maintained and built on the legacy that Ron established back in the day. Super nice guy. Full selection of new comics, not quite as many trades and collections as some shops that primarily emphasize those lines. This is a true comic book store -- an outstanding one.

I work with people who seek my assistance to procure toys and other unique items for their…read morecollections. I joke that I'm a Toy Hunter for fun. Not my full time job but I do love going into odd and ends stores to find a specific item. It's the thrill of the find that I chase for. So every time my husband and I are vacationing across the country, we spend a little bit of that time to find vintage shops like this one to find what is needed for his collection or others. I've been in search for a 2017 Mighty Morphin Red Ranger, made by Bandai, and is part of their "Build a Zord" collection, for about 5 years now. For whatever reason, my husband missed the opportunity to purchase this item when it came out. Time passed and when we finally located that item, the scalpers were selling them for an arm, a leg, and your first born child. I found the exact item on eBay from Make Cents and purchased it as an early Christmas gift for my husband. At a very fair price. I wanted him to go there, stumble across it, then surprise him that I had already purchased it. Plans did not work as the day before we were going on a journey to the establishment, he was whining that I was working on procuring items for everyone but not for his most sought-out item. So I broke the news to him. Make Cents is such a fun store. It's what I would imagine when I think of the best place where all my childhood toys are. Video games, TMNT, Barbie, Rainbow Brite, to wrestling figures, loved and displayed perfectly. The shop is small but so clean. There's also a glass display of all pastel pink items and I can tell you, I wanted each and every item. So nostalgic! The people there take pride in their products and they are aware of the magic this place has. The person who sold the item to us was so kind. He allowed us take our time to look at everything in the shop and was available to answer any questions, even if the shop was closing in 15 minutes. This establishment is such a gem and a must-see for all walks of life.

What a find! I didn't quite know what I was getting into but I knew what I was looking for…read more Makes Cents is a collection of everything vintage from toys to video games and collectibles. The small store in a nondescript strip mall is a must see for collectors. Almost all of the items are in a case or behind the counter and are clearly marked with a price. This is the kind of place to get a gift for yourself or that person who appreciates the effort of finding that unique item you won't be able to find elsewhere. There's a lot to see in this small but well organized space. I look forward to returning and making sure that I didn't miss a thing.

Came in with my husband while waiting for a table at La Rêve. There was an older lady working…read morebehind the counter and said nothing when we walked in. It was dead silent for a period of time before she grumbled about the Christmas books being on sale, then proceeded to loudly crunch on nuts or whatever it was she was eating. Eventually another older lady came in who she seemed to be friends with and they were talking together. My husband told me he heard the lady working tell her friend "I don't trust those guys." I looked up after this and she was glaring me down through the window between the children's room and front desk. Immediately I put down what I was considering buying and left. Never have I felt so unwelcome in a store and am still bothered by the experience hours later. Regardless of this experience, the selection of books is very poor and there are no prices listed. Are we to assume everything is MSRP? Please tell me you aren't charging $30 for the years old hardcovers on display.

Unique bookstore in the heart of Wauwatosa!!!!…read more They do have a nice selection of books that you may not see at other bookstores Unfortunately the two employees didn't even notice that I walked in right in after the UPS delivery guy and they seemed very interested what was in the package. Just like Christmas I guess. Hours might be different than what is posted on the door depending on the day of the week. So you might want to call a head since social media might not be the 2 employees cup of tea