Matt is an S-tier human being. Helped me troubleshoot my system for the better part of a month -…read morethe man takes care of his customers. 10/10 recommend, will be going here until I move or die.

First visit to Gravity Records today. Will definitely be back. Had great selection of used R&B and…read morejazz...I think I had pulled 2 or 3 within the first 10 minutes of being there. Prices were very reasonable and records are in great condition. Service was great too, even while they were prepping the store for a show later. Enjoyed my experience.

Went in looking for a good album from the 80's. Didn't necessarily find what I was looking for but…read morethe staff was extremely helpful! I did end up finding, with the help of staff, an album by the band Baystate. Luckily it had just arrived at the store the day earlier! So all in all it was a successful visit!

Great online experience buying an obscure 1970s TV show DVD from Yellow Dog. Discs arrived well…read moreprotected and in great shape. Overall good purchase experience.

I absolutely LOVE this store! Vinyls is my sons favorite and today was his birthday and we were so…read morehappy that Modern Legend was open so he could go down and pick out a brand new vinyl player and 5 new records to add to his collection. He is a HUGE Mac Miller fan and we were sooo happy to know that he was able to finish his collection today as well Thank you so much Modern Legend for making this our new vinyl home and go to referral location This is a must checkout The owner is super sweet and she has such a great eye for extra clothing , stickers, candles, games and sooo much more

This shop has an excellent selection of new vinyl records. The staff are friendly and helpful. The…read moreshop also has a rewards program for record purchases.

Have you ever seen the show Under the Dome there is scene in one of the first episodes where a cow…read moreis literally spilt in half? Well the other half of the cow is on display behind the checkout counter here.... Whatever...Wilmington is a very new addition to the Castle Street district. I was in the neighborhood for the Friday night tasting at Wilmington Wine and noticed the sign for this business and the cow out front so I decided to stop in and check it out. This is cool, new and interesting shop is filled with novelty items, tv memorabilia, vintage items, comics and much much more. I overheard one customer who was super excited about all the Dr. Who items. Great place to get a unique gift for sure and I really hope this business does well here.

If you are looking for movie memorabilia, this is the place to go. This is definitely the strangest…read morestore I have ever been to. They sell old toys, posters, comics, scripts, and other weird collectables that I didn't think of. Everything is well priced, not expensive. If you like film and antiques, this is uniquely for you.

Awful customer service on this day. I get it, sometimes people have bad days…read more I went into the shop to get some information and possibly sell some of the vinyls I've accumulated from my family over the years. I have albums from 1930 -1970's. The lady working that day criticizes and proceeds to tell me " These albums weren't mine" and "Nobody wants your grandma's old stuff". If there is not a market for these vinyls simply say so, no need to be rude to your customers and make me feel like I was an idiot for bringing in vinyl to a vinyl shop and trying to sell/trade them. I Won't be recommending this shop to anyone. They Made me feel very unwelcome and awkward.

Very sweet staff. Very knowledgeable and great selection! Everything is super organized and easy to…read morefind!

Dillon provided excellent customer service right from the moment I walked in the door. He explained…read morewhat was too technical to me in simple terms and solved my Nintendo issue. My father (83) and my son (25) will be thrilled with their replacement Wii console and can make memories together again gaming! Thanks so much Dillon and Game Giant, Wilmington!!

If you want to buy or sell used games, forget about gamestop! My first encounter with Game Giant…read morewas about a year and a half ago. I had found my Game Boy Advanced SP and charger, and so had my roommate from college. We decided we wanted a link cable. We found this place online and showed up- they had a box with about 15 or 20 link cables in it and we were able to pick the color we wanted. They had an OEM Nintendo cable too, but we were low on funds and opted for the aftermarket part. This newfound game boy and link cable began a sort of romanticism for me for retro gaming. I have continued to go back since then, buying games here and there or accessories... and over time, it has become my go-to store for physical purchases of games if possible. That leads me to what I truly love about Game Giant: they continue to breathe life into the consoles and games and history that would not be found in Wilmington otherwise. GG also charges fair prices, and sometimes their prices are even cheaper than the industry standard (Buy used switch games from here!!! They are very competitively priced!). They stock rare items, complete editions of older games (I saw them sell an original copy of Zelda the other day), they can probably solder and repair any damaged part of your gaming system, and best of all they give great advice and are very helpful with amazing customer service. Of course they also buy old games and give you store credit or cash if you happen to have anything lying around :) Game enthusiasts: be sure to add this to your list!

Great place to explore & even better place to find book treasures! I've been coming to Wilmington…read morefor the past decade yearly & I ALWAYS look forward to stopping by.

January 24, 2026 - Old Books on Front Street is the friendliest bookstore I ever encountered. There…read morewere some inconveniences, yet they were unavoidable & being taken care of the best they could. This is why I am rating this bookstore 4.4 stars - rounds off to 4 stars. Excellent customer service - 5 Stars. The owner of the bookstore was at the entrance and greeted me & others immediately when we entered the bookstore. Upon entering, I noticed many areas were sectioned and off limits. I found out later that they were placing books back in the bookshelves after they were taken away to repair broken pipes in the store and to prevent them from getting damaged. There were a literary jukebox and vending machine dispensing capsules with quotes - both out of order. I still had a good time wandering around the bookstore and browsing books there. I found a book in the clearance section for 25 cents and purchased it. Despite the inconveniences in the store due to the building being old and being repaired by the owner herself, I am impressed by how personable & amicable the owner was and that she was repairing the pipes in the store by herself instead of hiring someone to do it. I know when the books are organized back on the shelves that I will probably come back and spend more time here. This is a bookstore to see in Wilmington again and again.

I've been getting a lot of mileage out of my 2025 "This Day in History" desk calendar. It has…read morebecome one of those small daily rituals that adds a little texture to the morning. With 2026 creeping closer, I figured it was time to start scouting for its successor. Go! Calendars, Toys & Games inside Independence Mall made for a quick and purposeful stop. It was not quite a full-on shopping mission, more of a reconnaissance run to see what might be worth nudging Santa about. The calendar selection was solid, with plenty of themed options. There were quirky, educational, scenic, and pop culture varieties stacked and ready. Prices are full retail this time of year, which is expected. If you are calendar hunting and not in a rush, the real deals kick in after January 1, when unsold stock gets marked down. But if you are browsing for gift ideas or just want first pick, it is worth the early look. Beyond calendars, the store has a decent spread of board games, puzzles, and novelty toys. Some of those are already discounted, especially the seasonal or clearance items tucked toward the back. It is the kind of place that rewards a little poking around, especially if you are shopping with kids or looking for something lighthearted to bring to a gathering. All in all, it was a pleasant detour. I did not leave with a calendar this time, but I left with a few contenders in mind and a clearer sense of what might land on my desk come January. [Review 1353 of 2025 - 4472 in North Carolina - 24905 overall]

Photography by 3Spade7Star @3Spade7Star_photography…read moreJanuary 24, 2026 Papercut Books is the most whimsical indie bookstore experiences I ever had & has the most pretty & eye catching displays I ever saw in a bookstore. They sell vintage books, clothing , fanciful items, handmade bookmarks, and upcycled jewelry amongst antique furniture and comfy seating areas to read books. One can spend hours browsing new and old books in this bookstore for hours. The Netflix Series: The Summer I Turned Pretty was filmed there - starring Lola Tung, Gavin Casalegno and Christopher Briney. The bookstore was filmed in the scene where Laurel and Susannah see writer Cleveland Castillo at the Whale of a Tale bookshop (Episode 1.3) (Episode 1.3) One of the most unique and joyful bookstore experiences I ever had in my life. A definitely go see place for book lovers in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Fun little spot to stop in a see. Some rare and unique finds here. Sit back and enjoy your new or…read morerare book in a comfy chair.