Awesome place nice people 1$ comic books are amazing you should come until you are brokeread more

I bought a set of dice from Mayhem this week, and the numbers started peeling off the first time I…read moreused them. I brought them back and asked for store credit toward another set. I was told they could only exchange them for the exact same product, but since that item wasn't in stock I'd have to contact the manufacturer myself. I wasn't asking for a refund, just an exchange or store credit for an item that was defective on day one. Most retailers stand behind the products they sell, especially when something fails immediately. Unfortunately, that wasn't my experience here, so I can't recommend shopping at a place that doesn't take responsibility for defective items.

Rodman Comics is a fun place to stop by and look around. Rod has a wide selection of new and…read morevintage comics. A great place to fill the holes in my collection. Each time I stop by I feel welcomed by Rod. Always a warm smile and a greeting. Great customer service and all the time.

Great staff that knew my comic's background and was interested in my priorities in a comic.read more

This shop was amazing and honestly so much fun and such a great gaming experience. While I'm more…read moreof the video gaming type, there were still so many neat things to check out here that I stayed entertained and time flew by. They have an incredible selection of dice, books, and board games, all of which are in great conditions. The employees were kind and helpful. There were even tables on one side for folks to enjoy gaming together which was neat. Overall it was a great place to check out and I will definitely be back.

From the owner: Your Portal to Games, Books, Dice, & More...Dungeon's Gate is your friendly local game--and…read morebook--store! We offer Board Games, Role Playing Games, Dice, Accessories, Dungeons & Dragons, Magic the Gathering, Warhammer, Pokemon, New Release Comics, Comic Pull Lists, as well as Science Fiction & Fantasy Books and Graphic Novels for Adults, Young Adults, and Children. A family business created from the ground up & run by gamers & readers--we want to help you discover that perfect game or book! Find us at 2525 N Ankeny Blvd, Ste. 101, Ankeny. Follow us on FB to keep up with all our weekly events, as well as new arrivals & restocks on games, books, and more!! We are a Wizard Play Network Premium Store-the ONLY one in the state of Iowa!!

staff is nice there is a great selection of just about everything i love going to jays it is very…read morefun and its not to expensive and they will give you a great price when selling things there.

Jay's CD & Hobby stores are probably my favorite establishments in all of Des Moines. I'm a huge…read moreretro junkie so scouring through old video games, music, trading cards, etc., is one of my favorite pastimes. This location in particular, is probably my most visited one, but also my least liked of the three. Even so, it's still a great store. When it comes to retro and vintage items, you can always find exactly what you're looking for on sites like eBay. The fun part of Jay's, is not knowing what you want and just browsing. More times than not, I don't buy anything from this location. The selection of items is usually better at the other locations. That's the only reason it's not a 5-star rating for me. Value wise, I think their prices rival eBay, and you can buy it on the spot instead of waiting for shipping. Staff always seems friendly and helpful also.

Amazing selection, super friendly and helpful staff. And some of the cleanest bathrooms I've ever…read moreseen at a game store!

Cool niche place to go to. Lots of collectibles and board games that you wouldn't find in a normal…read morestore. Worth a look around.

Selection is great until you see the prices, if you really want to pay scalper prices or can…read morejustify spending $200-$400 on a pack that retails for $80 or so go right ahead. The staff service is good enough. feel kinda bad for them having to sell stuff at that price point

From the owner: Hi-5 Comics and Cards provides a 2,000 Sq/Ft space filled with a wide selection of new, vintage,…read moreand high end collectibles. Above all, it is a space to connect and enjoy the hobbies we all love.

A great little comic book and toy store; vintage and modern!…read more As a former comic book collector, at an almost obsessive compulsive level, my eyes were immediately drawn to the key issues displayed on the walls. The owner is a great guy and he's a talker like I am... Which really thrilled my girlfriend... I got "that look" before she left the store to go find a nearby bench. Lol In a street full of antique shops...Second Impressions was a nice little break to switch gears to another interest I still dabble in now and then!

Cute bookstore! I like that there is a used book section too. A book for every price point is a…read moregreat idea. There are also pretty upcycled glass banners for sale that are beautiful. Great opportunity to support local!

This new bookstore is located just off of the square in Winterset, and is a great addition to the…read moretown! There is a small seating area if you want to settle in and read a few pages of a new book. The owner has a beautifully curated selection of popular new fiction, cookbooks, and non-fiction. There is also a great section of children's and YA books. The store offers classes, a book club, and would be a great venue for a fun event of your own!

I love the name! I…read moreappreciated the staff and the store's overall vibe. I was looking for a specific title, "Lovely One" by Ketanji Brown-Jackson, which was sadly not in stock, but the staff was keenly aware of it. They impressed me by recommending other local independent bookstores and asked if those stores had the book in stock. That was impressive! Free parking all around the downtown venue and a cool setting. I'll return simply because of their kindness and the store's positive vibe.

Every time I am in the Valley West area shopping I must stick my head in this great store to find a…read moretreasure I can't live without. I love the variety of their selections.