329 reviews
Blade Gaming is a store heavily focused on Pokémon cards, with a large selection of bulk and singles. Reviews are polarized: many praise the friendly, helpful staff and great Pokémon selection, while others accuse the store of overcharging and scamming on singles by using inflated listing prices instead of market sold data. The store hosts large tournaments. Atmosphere is generally positive for Pokémon fans, but negative experiences with pricing and staff attitude are reported.
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Blade Gaming is a friendly local game store (FLGS) located in Roanoke, Virginia. It serves the local tabletop gaming community.
Blade Gaming is one of Roanoke's go-to destinations for tabletop gamers.
The store is open Monday: Closed, Tuesday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM, Wednesday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM, Thursday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM, Friday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM, Saturday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM, Sunday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM and welcomes players of all experience levels. This listing has been verified by the store owner.
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Born 2 Game is a welcoming, community-focused TCG store with a strong emphasis on Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering. Customers praise the friendly, knowledgeable staff and the kid-friendly atmosphere. The store hosts regular events like Sunday night battles and prereleases, and offers a good selection of sealed products, singles, and accessories at reasonable prices. While most experiences are positive, one reviewer noted a negative interaction with the owner when trying to use table space for organizing cards. The store also accommodated a child's birthday party, highlighting its flexibility and community spirit.
Curio Cavern (Springfield Mall) is a highly regarded TCG store praised for exceptional customer service, knowledgeable and friendly staff, and fair pricing. Customers appreciate the well-stocked Pokémon card selection, TCG accessories, and events like Riftbound pre-rift. The owner and associates are noted for going above and beyond to resolve issues. The store is recommended for its welcoming atmosphere and community focus.