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Guardian Games

4.3 (232 reviews)
ModerateTabletop Games
Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
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Debbie B.

They had a great selection of games and all reasonably priced. I probably spent about an hour here looking at all the games. They also have a great selection of Magic cards and Pokemon too. The staff was all super friendly and helpful. The place was also pretty clean and had a good amount of parking. Be sure to check out the sale section towards the middle of the store. There were some interesting games at pretty good prices.

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Guardian Games is run by Queer and BIPOC players and is reliable and fun every Friday night.

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Amazing selection, amazing staff, love the open layout! Feels very comfortable to browse. Good prices and relaxing shopping experience.

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Amazing selection of games and cards. Knowledgable, helpful staff. A great game store!

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Fantastic selection in a nice modern setting. Staff was helpful and pointed me right where I needed based off my request.

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Ask the Community - Guardian Games

Are there bulk boxes of MTG cards one can look through?

Are there Pokemon products?

Yes, of course. Tons of it.

Can a 14 year-old be allowed in the gaming area?

Yes, of course. The only place he/she wouldn't be allowed is the bar at the back.

Are minors allowed in without an adult? And if so is there sections to check out and play games for minor

Depends on how young. To check out a game requires an ID. There are often adults who will welcome older minors to join them. Various groups will meet there for gaming.… Read more

Hey, do you have any game for 8 yo?

Thanks for asking Danny! We absolutely do. Currently we have over 30000 games in stock, and 700 games you can try before you buy. I'm certain we would find something you'd like.

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They have a great/large area for gaming as well as a wide-spread variety of games for all types of gamers.

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Red Castle Games

4.2(72 reviews)
4.1 miMt. Scott - Arleta, Southeast Portland
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We showed up for Friday Night Magic and were told that it was canceled due to a Star Wars event,…read morebut it might be back next week. Go to Guardian Games on Friday nights. They never cancel.

I was really impressed with this gaming store. First off it's big so that have a kid of room to…read moreplay, and there is a cafe at the end of the site that has snacks foods and drinks. Pro Tip: if you order any food or drink, you can rent out any game they have on the rental shelfs for free. The have a variety of two player games, party games, strategy games, card canes, etc to rent. All the way from easy games for kids to challenging games for more demanding games. The staff at the rental counter and the cafe were the friendliest and gave excellent recommendations in games. The games they have for sale cover many popular choices but also lesser known games. They also sell gaming accessories such as D100 dice!!! Oh my! The cafe even has a 3D printed dice tower if you want to choose the fate of your food order. lol! There is limited alcohol here and the food is mostly snacks, but they do have sliders and chicken tenders, pop, liquid death, a couple of canned alcoholic drinks. For a whopping $12 I spent on food, I got to try 4 games, and.....it was karaoke night and we sang songs with random strangers in the specially reservable room they had. You could select the songs on the machine or through an app. They could use a little more variety in the song list that have but a lot of the popular suns are there. I can't wait to go back and try some more games. Parking was street parking and a little challenging but there are side streets too with street parking. The store itself had super modern and clean look, games well displayed, and nice and air conditioned on a warm day. Even the bathrooms have some hygiene products and are unisex! Oh yeah did I mention that are open late. 1am on a Friday night. I would seriously recommend this place to anyone!

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Red Castle Games - Magic: The Gathering Starter Kit

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Shopping area, front counter, seating area

Red Castle Games - Seating area for food and games

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Experience Point

Experience Point

4.5(15 reviews)
2.5 miHollywood, Northeast Portland
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What I expected to be another simple evening of trading card negotiations ended up being pretty…read moredisappointing. I've supported this shop for a long time, and they've supported my passion for the Pokémon TCG. I can literally see cards I once traded in sitting in their binders and display cases. But reflecting on my most recent visit, there are two issues that really stand out. 1. Trade-In and Cash Value Are Low The percentages they offer for both cash and trade are noticeably lower than other shops. A competitor priced the same cards roughly 30% higher--the only reason I didn't go with them that day was because their cash flow was low and they couldn't pay out at the time. That discrepancy alone is frustrating. 2. Staffing & Negotiation Have Become Inconsistent In the past, staff have always treated me respectfully. They weren't rude this time either, but historically they've been fair with negotiation--occasionally offering a small discount or working closer to market value. This time, that didn't happen. They insisted on giving "market value" for just one card and then even less percentage for the rest. I asked for around 40%, and we eventually agreed on a deal involving a $10 card. But at the last minute, I was pressured into dropping the deal by another ~5% "so everyone's happy." The truth is, I wasn't -- especially considering I was already accepting a lower percentage just to make the deal work. If I'm a regular customer, I don't expect special treatment, but I do expect fair negotiation. I wasn't even met in the middle at 35% on a $220 value. Bottom Line: If you're looking for a solid selection of cards and okay pricing, this shop is fine. But if you're interested in selling or trading, I'd strongly recommend going elsewhere. Unfortunately, the stereotype about some hobby shops being cut-throat with trade-ins feels pretty accurate here.

I always pass by this place and see people playing in the evenings so I decided to pop in to see…read morewhat it's all about. I came in early in the day so it was very quiet. The two guys who work in the day are very friendly and chatty. I popped in to browse their pokemon collection. They had a good collection of packs and a few boxes. I've been to other card stores that didn't have nearly as many. I was there just to browse, but the guys working were more than happy to entertain me and answer any questions I had and also show me everything they had that might interest me.

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Puddletown Games & Puzzles

5.0(13 reviews)
3.0 miBeaumont - Wilshire, Northeast Portland

As a small business owner myself, I tend to pay close attention to customer service--not to…read morecritique, but because I understand how challenging it can be to run a successful shop while keeping customers happy. This place truly excels at both. The owner has been consistently kind every time I've stopped in for trading card game products, even going out of his way to update me on upcoming releases to keep things accessible for the local community. In a year where TCG demand has been intense, that really stands out. For a smaller shop, they deserve even more product allocation because you can genuinely feel their love for the hobby. There was one instance where an order I placed had a miscommunication, and the owner immediately reached out to clarify and make things right--I left feeling highly satisfied. Beyond the fair market pricing (instead of the inflated numbers you see elsewhere), what keeps me coming back is the selection, the friendly explanations about games I'm curious about, and the genuine interest the staff shows in what customers enjoy. Parking is easy, the vibe is welcoming, and it's great having a local shop I can rely on when many others in the city don't match the quality and care this one offers.

Popped in with a friend on my birthday. We were able to stay and play a couple games at no charge…read moreand take away rentals are available for a small fee. We had fun trying a few games then the staff helped us find a game they hadn't even put on the shelf yet. It's a cozy local shop so the play space isn't huge but another group came and played while we were there so room for more than one group depending on size.

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Puddletown Games & Puzzles - Their outside

Their outside

Puddletown Games & Puzzles - This is our Dungeons & Dragons wall of books and accessories.

This is our Dungeons & Dragons wall of books and accessories.

Puddletown Games & Puzzles - View from the door.

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View from the door.

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