Their service was fantastic! Their card selection seemed to be pretty typical, but I felt the price…read morewas slightly lower than market (TCG player). Atmosphere was welcoming and very nerd-centric. Highly recommend even if it's just a quick stop. We even got some promos just for stopping in!

I've been a satisfied customer of the Freakopolis Geekery for about 4 years now. They have an…read moreexcellent selection of current comic titles and a large selection of older titles. I mostly purchase Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition books, as well as gaming miniatures and painting kits. The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. If they don't have a product available on the shelves, they are very good about fulfilling customer requested special orders. They also runs in shop role-playing game sessions, and even Hero-Clix and Magic the Gathering games! And if you can't make it in for a D&D game, they hold several weekly online events each week.

The staff was friendly and knowledgeable about games and various versions. Decent game selection…read morebut plenty of figurines and supplies for painting.

Nice selection available, with more than just Magic cards! Hallelujah. The guy behind the counter…read morewas real friendly too, which you don't always find as a lone female TTRPG-er.

For what it's worth, I don't stop and review businesses idly, not because I don't wish them well or…read moreanything, but more because I never get around to it. I'd like to make an exception to that and give an enthusiastic thumbs-up to our local board game cafe, The Boardroom - Board Game Cafe in Burlington (literally just across the river from Winooski, at the Chace Mill). Lots of metro areas have boardgame cafes where you can drop in, play a game, get a bite to eat, and hang out, but mysteriously, Chittenden County didn't until seven weeks ago. The staff (Kerry, Preston, and Justin are the folks we've interacted with) are super friendly and super knowledgeable -- if you walk in and say "I want a game that involves livestock and aliens that can be played in under an hour and that takes less than ten minutes to learn" their eyes will unfocus for a second and then they'll go "Right!" and lead you right to said game. And then they'll helpfully explain the rules to whatever extent you need help. Apparently they know all the rules for every game ever created. They have, literally, hundreds of games, for every age and skill level. The food there is very good also -- they have giant pretzels, plates of pickles, sammiches of all kinds, drinks, coffee, you name it. At the end of every session, they bring you complementary cotton candy. What's not to like? I do not own stock in The Board Room nor do I expect to gain materially by posting this over-the-top review. I just want them to stay open and prosper so *I* can hang out there and play games.

Went there for the first time for a puzzle race and enjoyed my time there. The only problem came…read morefrom another customer who made unreasonable demands due to the fact that she felt spinach didn't belong in a spring mix (baffling). The staff did their best to appease them but unfortunately you can't with some people. I recommend this place for the food (reasonably priced) , atmosphere, and staff.

This place is such a wonderful addition to the Middlebury community. They bring a nostalgic charm…read moreto this cold and old town, with kids and families coming in to play a new board game, and more serious mass game players competing with the utmost enthusiasm. You can check out the games for a measly $5, much like one would check out DVDs (RIP Blockbuster) or library books even. Or even better: you can play the games all located in the back shelf for free - right in the vicinity - which can be great if you got some free time on your hands on a lazy Sunday. Right after having brunch at the Diner, we stopped by here and played several rounds of Exploding Kittens. Highly recommend that game. Many other games also to try out. The owner was so friendly; when we walked in, he asked us if it was our first time and immediately showed us the free games in the back to play. My only complaint is that there is a faint smell that I can only know too well: boy smell. It's not the most pleasant smell, but I suppose it could also be worse. I feel like the business could use an air freshener. Maybe I'm just fussy. Nevertheless, this is still a good spot to have fun!

Tinker and Smithy is a friendly local game store and hall. As much, if not more, a community space…read morethan a business. They host card and miniature tournament and, provide space and paraphernalia for RPG groups. They also have a large selection of fee to play, and nearly feee to rent, board games, new, classic, niche, and cult. If you are looking for a game for yourself or a gift, if your looking to hang out weird fellow gaming nerds, if your looking for a place to beat the heat or stay out of the cold and find a new favorite game, swing on by to T&S.

I stepped inside to check this place out and just look around with my brother and husband. I'll…read morepreface this review by saying that I am a PC gamer, and wile I know a ton about specific games, my broader gaming knowledge is subpar. My husband and brother on the other hand are avid gamers. The employee we were treated by was really friendly, gave us a tour, and told us about everything they have to offer. The place may look small from the front, but there are gaming rooms and such in the back. All of the equipment looks super nice and extremely well kept. They have everything from pc gaming (all of the steam options you can imagine) to various consoles, card games, and a really cool VR set up. Anyone can pay per hour to game (per 15 min for VR) or get day passes, host private parties, attend their Friday night lock ins and special events.... apparently if you are really good and interested in joining a competitive gaming team, they train teams for competitions there as well. They also offer pc repairs and the staff seems really knowledgeable about games and gaming equipment of all kinds. I plan on going back with friends to hangout and game sometime soon- there was such a pleasant feel about this place, I highly suggest checking it out if you haven't yet.

Will is trustworthy and a genuine business man. My son (12 y/o) was nervous to do his first trade…read morein transaction solo. My son called to let me know he got his dream device with a very fair trade. This is a breath of fresh air in the retro/preowned gaming industry. I would recommend to anyone within & outside the VT area, as this place would be easily worth a commute.

Super nice guy. Great customer service. They have lots of games. Check them out downtown Rutland…read more Lots of parking.

Awesome addition for gamers in Rutland - different variety from other stores in the area. Went in…read moreto check it out and maybe pick up a new dice set but found ourselves walking around and checking out the huge line of miniatures they carry and collection of tabletop games. Certainly left with more than we had planned. Knowledgeable guy at the counter who was very helpful. Am looking forward to checking out their in-store events.

nice eclectic selection--host local authors and staff was friendly--my kids are too old but nice…read morelarge selection of children's books--local and best sellers as well--nice little art selection and friendly doggo to greet you !

Cute little bookstore in Lake Placid! Perfect for snagging books to read while vacationing in the…read moreAdirondacks!

If I could give this place 0 stars I would. I walk in and wasn't acknowledged I look at the product…read morehe has on the wall and ask to buy some he says nope. I then ask why and he says I'm selling it online and will finally be able to make money. Greeted with hostility and then proceeds to tell another customer which I assume is a regular as he walks in on this that he's "on a hot one today." Place has barely and selection and prices are over the top.

Super fun store! The owner is EXTREMELY friendly and helpful. He made sure I had a super good…read moreexperience in my first Magic tournament since I was a kid. They have an awesome selection of Magic cards and board games. I'll definitely be back here for future Magic tournaments and other game stuff!

helpful staff. Was charged regular price instead of marked down price for a sweatshirt i bought,…read morewhich then ripped 2 hours after purchase. Was refunded, but then was told their only stock is on the sales floor, so I was out on the sweatshirt. Yikes.

I went here 9/23/25 i'm not sure who the worker was but she…read morewas absolutely wonderful. even offered to show me some of the jelly cats they just got in after the saw one on my purse. very good selection of fidgets, toys, decor and more!!