Arkham Games

1.9 mi

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!!

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Uptown Gaming & Collectibles

3.7

(11 reviews)

0.8 mi

If you are looking to support local business AND love video games and consoles, Pokemon cards and…read moreother collectibles, look no further than Uptown Gaming & Collectibles. Not only will you find an incredible inventory of games for all types of interests but their customer service and appreciation is unmatched. Do yourself a favor and go...like, right now...unless their closed. But go as soon as they are open. GO!

We received poor service while in the business , and then because I brought it to the owner's…read moreattention was told that I was entitled and should be happy that a veteran owned business was open on Memorial Day and told not to come back. They should have no worries with that kind of service, I definitely won't be back and I can't imagine a lot of people come back with that kind of attitude.

Opening day October 8th, 2022.

Magic cards

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Paint day!

Rodman Comics

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

You know you're there when...

Rodman's 6 year anniversary!

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Articulated Hobbies

38.2 mi

turned out perfect for my daughters birthday cake!! and we can keep it for her bookcase!read more

From the owner: With us, you can count on precise and efficient 3D prints any time, every time! read more

3D Printed Replica WW2 Jeep Model Kit

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Finished print

Hi-5 Comics and Cards

1.0

3.6 mi

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.

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Inside

Memory Bound Papercraft

1.3 mi

All you have to do is look at my stash of paper and ephemera to know I would buy everything in this…read moreshop, if money were no object. The first time I walked in someone from the staff asked if they could help me and my response was, "I can tell I am in trouble." If you are a paper crafter of any level, this is the place to visit. They carry exquisite papers, embellishments, die cuts, inks, etc. I have also taken a class and found it to be very fun and I learned a lot of new techniques. Every time I am in Ankeny, I stop in and tend to drop more cash than I should...but then I go home and admire my purchases for hours on end.

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Southwest Stamps

2.6 mi

I love the all the way I learn from this company just from the links to 3rd party website. I find…read morethis 5 start class and trust them

From the owner: Stamps for Collectors…read more Southwest Stamps is entirely owned and operated by Gary Goldstein. I have been in business since 1977 and have made purchases from hundreds of collectors and dealers. I do not buy coins or any other collectibles besides stamps. My offers are fair and are based on current market conditions. I do NOT have a brick and mortar store at that location. I buy by appointment only. Call us today for more information.

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Gamestop

Love this location!!! The staff is super knowledgeable. They have a great selection of older and…read morenewer games and the prices are really reasonable. They do give pretty decent credit toward trade ins and have a great selection of controllers and accessories. If they don't have it they offer to check other locations even !!! Also I would totally recommend their reward card!!! Saves you money and gives you more money back for trade ins!

I have been a member of GameStop for many many years now and I have personally never seen a…read moreGameStop or retail store in general so poorly managed as this one. There have been multiple occasions that I have gone in and been ignored by staff and stood around for ten minutes before anyone has said anything. There have been times where I am in the middle of a transaction and the employees will start talking to a coworker out of nowhere, slowing down my experience. If this was a one or two time thing I can understand, it gets busy, but every time I walk into this store I am appalled. There are other issues as well, such as them misrepresenting prices on games, having things out on the floor that aren't actually available, and very clearly not knowing the merchandise they are selling. I would give this place 0 stars if I could but I can't. Please do not go to this store, your money and time are better spent at another game stop location.

HobbyTown

No matter what I need for my RC hobby Dave and his team do everything possible to keep me up and…read morerunning. Even helping with repairs. Great prices and thee best customer service I've seen in this industry. Hobby Haven has lost touch with its customers and seems to have such a negative approach if your just looking. Not Hobby Town. My kids beg to go there and I never miss a chance to stop in. Amazing selection for all forms of hobby. It would be a mistake not to do your shopping here. Thank you Hobby Town.

Lazy or Racist? I was with my Puerto Rican husband this afternoon and watched him call Hobby Town…read morefor a part for an RC crawler. He was told they didn't have it. We went to check out the store for fun anyway. We were not greeted when we came in even though we were the only people in the store. We found his exact vehicle in the store. He pointed to the part he needed and the guy didn't even look, just said, "we don't have it." We left and my white brother-in-law called and reminded them of the day he had purchased the same part. He had them set it aside for us and we returned. my husband bought the $48 part and asked if they could install it. It was clear they didn't want to do it and he was given a very vague answer of how they were too busy even though there were no other people in the store. My husband paid for the part and left. Whether they were just lazy or racist we don't know but either way, the service was terrible.

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Bass Pro Shops

My family came to take photos with the Easter bunny and once we walked in we were greeted by Kate…read more She asked my kids if they wanted to partake in the scavenger hunt of the month which was finding the resting white deer. It was a fun and my kids loved the experience.

This was a really neat Bass Pro Shop! They have the cozy feeling living room setting when you walk…read morein, a huge fish tank (of course!), and a very large selection of fishing lures/equipment! Also, their clothing section is rather large and had all the great prices I usually see at my local Cabela's! On top of that, they have a restaurant and bowling alley! Unfortunately we didn't have time to stop and bowl a round.

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Reclaimed, A Junklady's Philosophy

4.0

(5 reviews)

9.7 mi

Amazing people and items! went there with my dad and sister to go look at antiques, found a…read morebeautiful spring bunny rabbit porcelain set, but it was being sold for $40 (amazing prices!) with about 5 pieces, I didn't have $40 but I really wanted one of the mugs, the nice lady behind the counter told me she cannot sell me just one because people pick and choose and leave her stuck, but, as I was leaving, she asked me which one I even wanted, and she told me; "meh, you seem like a good kid, $10." and it made me feel more valued than any other point that day, that is my favorite thing I got on that trip for no other reason than the sheer sentimental value it holds, amazing place, amazing prices, amazing people.

Beautifully curated store bringing new life to vintage treasures. Owner and associates all possess…read morea true love for their finds and how to appreciate them in new ways within your home. Great corner location in a thriving East Village district. Must stop during your time in Des Moines!