Updated 07-25-2026. Second only to Sanctum gaming, Raccine, WI…read more Ahead of Games Plus in Mount Prospect, IL. Great selection, knowledgeable Staff and plenty of playing Space!

My son and his friends love 40k and this place does not disappoint. There is a huge selection of…read moreeverything you need if you're a tabletop gamer. Warhammer is the pinnacle, but there are plenty of other options as well, like D&D! They also have Magic, The Gathering and other popular card games, though I didn't see Pokemon among the display cases. The gaming side is top of the line, with plenty of tables and terrain for hours of battle. I fancy myself more of a painter than a gamer and I was impressed with the options for paint, brushes, and tools they had available. I didn't buy anything on my first visit, but my son and friends felt welcomed and were treated kindly, even as teenagers (typically, this has been a challenge). I'm looking to paint an army of space marines soon, so I'll be in to grab some washes and metallics. This place is nerd nirvana.

Have you been interested in board games? Card games? Something in between? Warhammer or another…read moretabletop rpg? This is the place that has you covered & then some! Admittedly, I frequent here more than any other store. Sometimes for games, paint, or painting classes. Gone are the days of boring board games - I've discovered SO much variety. Don't have anyone to play with? That's fine - there's plenty of solo games. Who knew?! It looks deceptively small on the outside but huge on the inside & don't forget the basement! Everyone's extremely friendly & helpful here. I appreciate their selection & pricing - even better to support local! If you're looking to get into games, no matter what kind, stop by. You'd be hard pressed not to find something you'd enjoy.

I sold my Pokemon card collection here and everyone was so friendly, authentic, and amazing…read more Especially Bill! They were so nice I was going to go to another company to see if I could get more money, but felt like their treatment deserved my money even if it was a little less, when I told them this they rounded it up to the amount I was looking for. I was trying to pay for something for my mom and I was able to use this for that because of them. I will never go anywhere else to sell or buy any cards in the future.

If you love board games or card games, you'll enjoy this place. The employees are very interactive…read moreand friendly. Our group had never been here before. While we explored the shelves of table top games, we asked if there were any sample games we could play. Right away, we were invited to play and learn a quick board game by an employee. How fun! Tsuro: a board game about creating a path by placing a tile and sliding a marker. Learning curve was one minute. Playing time with six people was 15 minutes. You'll have to check it out for yourself or just ask to play and learn a different board game! I saw adults and kids in this shop, which is a great ice breaker between age barriers, or if you are just looking to have fun with friends! Will return when in the area due to above and beyond customer service! It helps that the employees here sincerely love their job! Thank you!

If you want games that come in boxes, this place seemed to have a great selection…read more I would not bother to go there for Pokemon cards due to bad binder behavior. No sleeves !!! I have spent a ton of money on expensive full art or classic cards.... I would never shop here for Pokemon. My son got 1 card in pretty crap /well-played condition for about a dollar. I have been to plenty of hobby stores and never have seen cards organized the way they have it set up. No sleeves. Many cards in one binder slot. Service was odd we waiting for someone to get out of the bathroom for about 5 minutes before being helped.

Incredible store. I spent two hours here looking through their bulk cards. Really nice staff. A lot…read moreof space. I love the vibe and the environment here. 20-25 cent per bulk card. What a deal!

Pulled an amazing magic the gathering card. It was worth $930…read more I checked a few spots in the city to see who will give me the most for it. Good games give 60% cash and 72% in store credit. I took the cash(check or paypal on anything over $200) and received $540. Thanks guys!!!!! This is the best i found in chicago!! Amazing people that are extremely kind and patient. They are more knowledgeable than most on so many areas of gaming!

The shop had so many paints and accessories for miniatures that I haven't seen anywhere else! Staff…read morewere very friendly and it was a very pleasant experience. I wish I lived closer so I could go more often! One of the best game stores I have ever been to, I highly recommend checking it out!

Stopped in since I was relatively close by on a gloomy day. I've heard my coworker praise this…read moreplace forever so I was happy to finally visit. He was not wrong! While looking deceptively small outside, the goods inside made my eyes pop - SO MANY OFFERINGS. Board games? Check. Miniatures? Check. Terrain? Check. Paint? Check. And everything in between! The prices were amazing & the staff were really friendly & welcoming. Easily an hour or longer spent in there just browsing & eventually needing a basket since I couldn't carry everything! It's a shame I don't live closer but my wallet thanks me. If you're into any games be it tabletop RPGs or board games, this should be on your radar. I will definitely be back. Thanks again Games Plus!

Love these guys! If…read moreyou're looking for old/retro console games this place is it! Large selection of various old console games. If you're into magic they also have a huge selection and a pretty sizable player base with events hosted weekly! I go there mainly for Warhammer. They offer a good discount off of MSRP and have a wide selection! They have a lot of "old hammer" boxes and sets from the early 1990s! Very cool! Lots of current models too! They have free gaming tables and some of the best terrain I've seen on those tables in the area!

Ambiance is like a 2003 public school computer lab and the person who I assume is the owner seems…read morevery disinterested; almost annoyed with customers. Better off going to GameStop for trade ins, which is pretty insane. 3 stars for the hobby events they host

I'm nine and my mom is letting me write this on her yelp account. Pastimes is super good if you're…read morelooking for Pokémon, Magic, or comics! The staff are really nice. They have a range of stuff from $1-$1500. They have small packs and big 100 card boosters! There are also events. It's perfect for card and comic lovers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wow! Tucked inside the Golf Mill Mall near the movie entrance is a gem - one of a kind gamers…read moreparadise that sells comics, games, action figures and best of all holds card and game tournaments in the back of the store. It's really a gamers paradise and you can find here rare comic books, vintage games and toys that will delight both children and adults. The store is neatly organized, and very well lit - qualities conducive to a good treasure hunt.

I've been looking for a chess piece that says, "damn that guy must really play chess."…read more I'm not great at chess, but I figure if someone sees this magnificent chess board I recently bought, they wouldn't even ask to play because they're so scared of being beaten to a chessy pulp. Came in to this store while wandering around Elmhurst and left with a really big and cool wooden chess box. They have some amazing sets - and the owners were super helpful showing me around.

For a chess player (as I am), this is the coolest shop.  The friendly and laid back owners are the…read morehusband and wife team of Tom and Marguerite Paravola.  There aren't a lot of brick and mortar chess shops like this in the entire country and they have been at it here in Elmhurst for 20+ years.  It was a total blast to look, feel, and touch the various chess pieces and sets.  I ended up buying a magnetic wooden chess set and it was worth it to me to see and touch what I was buying.  Yes, you can buy sets via online shopping, but like clothes, I want to know what I'm really getting.  Yes, there is a modest premium for that but well worth it given the multitude of available choices.  Besides, while browsing, you get to chat it up with Tom who is a chess lover, and that's worth something too!  While browsing, I particularly liked the look and feel of some heavy metal pieces made in Italy, and I've never touched pieces that sturdy and heavy, and maybe one day I'll splurge the $400 for such a set of chess pieces.  They have limited hours as Tom actually still works another job!  Yet, he still has time to also run a free weekly Tuesday night casual chess meetup night in the neighborhood and all are welcome.  Keep it up, best wishes, and thank you!

I haven't been here in a while cause I moved to Chicago but I was the first to review this place…read moreand since my first review this place has grown by leaps and bounds. I was there a few years ago and was impressed by how they have grown but forgot to update my review. They now cater to many more types of gamers. They might be one of the best places for gamers in Chicagoland.

A great place for events and to meet people plus a great hangout with friends and the stuff is…read morereasonable price