Come here to play MTG casually and Gundam TCG competitively. Prizing and participation are usually very generous for events.

I usually play MTG and Gundam here its a great time. They also do Beyblade. I love this shop, been going since 2009. There are all ways chill people to play with :) Highly Recommend!! read more

Great customer service. Fair pricing on TCG products. Good selection on TCG when everywhere else had none. Will shop online order again. read more

Make sure not to call this establishment. Extremely rude and makes you feel like an idiot. If you ask a question you WILL receive a rude remark. It's really sad how rude people can be. Frank, I truly hope you have a better day and because of how rude you are, I will never visit this store and hope that people who visit this store see this review and consider giving their money to a different shop read more

Its sad to see how far this place has fallen in terms of customer service. It really feels like the one bald owner running the front doesn't really care about you or anything. Incredibly unsocial, unhelpful and gives off a "are you an idiot?" attitude whenever you ask a legitimate question. I've been here a few times since he became owner, giving benefit of the doubt that maybe he just had a bad day or whatever. No. He's the same asshole each and every time I've seen him. The store is pretty well stocked but offers limited discounts where there are other stores within a 30 min radius that offer 10% to 15% off GW products. If you need something, you probably could get it, but definitely don't stay for any customer support. You won't get any and will be treated as a bother or waste of time. Take your money to Top Deck Keep in Riverside or Critical Hit Games in Corona or even Gameology in Upland. You could order what they don't have and have a way more pleasant experience. This place is HOT GARBAGE now. read more

New to this store! Just glad it exists :) Was a little quiet when I walked in but during COVID, that was expected. The woman working REALLY knows her Magic the Gathering stuff. I haven't played in a while and she explained everything I needed answers to. Can't wait to come back and get more stuff! read more

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The owner/customer service is terrible. He was rude when we came in and asked about warhammer nights. And seemed that he didn't want to tell us. Rude and we will not be coming back. read more

Great selection of Warhammer and wargaming products and this weekends GT was well organized and an overall great experience. The staff was friendly and the store is well kept. I definitely look forward to some Warhammer events in the future! read more

GMI Games - Warhammer 40k - Hobby Shops Near Me - Riverside, California

I called because I was interested in buying a card online from them and wanted to know details about it before buying. Look, I know how card conditioning works. I've worked at an LGS and know what is acceptable for each category, but when you buy a card that's plentiful in the market in NM condition, you just want to know why it's been listed at LP. If your LP happens to be a white corner, that's my version of an MP, so I want to know. Per my phone call with Frank however, apparently it's as simple as an LP card has not been played. I doubt that every card ever pulled fresh from a pack has been perfect and I'm sure Frank knows. God forbid a potential customer ask a little about a piece of cardboard that they want to pay 20 dollars for. I usually don't care about reviews, but never in my life has an experience at an LGS made me so annoyed. Good card selection apparently, but just from my minute phone conversation with Frank, I'm never stepping anywhere near this place. read more

Great place to find miniature needs. D and d maps, character, character cards. No up selling, they provide you with useful information to find exactly what you are looking for. read more

Sadly lacking in the IE are old-school hobby shops (not talking about that lame company Hobby Lobby) where boardgames and fantasy role playing games (RPG), Magic the Gathering (MtG) and related materials can be found, purchased, or in the case of GMI Gaming, played on premises. You won't find model trains or remote controlled cars and planes here, but if maneuvering miniatures or competing against like-minded avids (sometimes we are referred to as geeks), then your only option outside of Pasadena, Rancho Cucamonga and greater LA is here in the Jurupa Valley. I found this store after a Yelp search. The closest shops with the sorts of things I like, including paints, modeling tools, games, especially but not limited to Dungeons and Dragons (D&D), I'd have to go to Pegasus Hobbies in Upland/Montclair or Game Empire in Pasadena. While those shops dwarf this one in scale and stock, the therum of no choice does not mean second best, not by a long shot! Depending on the time of day, this place is either quiet or boisterous with activity. My first visit and a few of the subsequent ones fell into the former category. What I see here is the ability to special order things not currently in stock or visit semi-regularly to buy unpainted miniatures in my case, or pick up regularly on hand expansion modules for various games including T.I.M.E. Stories and Catan. While small, the paints needed to get your figures, scenery and vehicles just right can be acquired in the back. They also have airbrush specific paints by Vallejo, a Spanish company. Interestingly, the owner herself has no real interest in gaming but I think it's awesome that she continues with a business that has seen many ebbs and tides over the years. Perhaps it is the resurgence of boardgames at cafés or maybe the centerpiece of Stranger Things's plotlines revolving around D&D, and especially the ultimate evil horrors known as the Demogorgon, or the extraplaner Mind Flayer? Yeah, the 5th edition of the Monster Manual is here to look up those references if necessary. Need instructions to play a particular game? The older vets are happy to assist, motivation is primarily to bring more people into this stress-relieving hobby. Support the local shops first. read more

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First off, masks required! You know why. Don't be a Karen! Secondly, great gaming store. Wide variety of table top games, war gaming, figures, miniatures, paints, backgrounds, etc. If you are into Warhammer, this is your Mecca! We were able to find games here that we could not locate anywhere else. Generally it is open every day from noon to 6-8 PM. read more

Friendly store. Great space. Love to come here again They also have nice terrain and are good hosts for events.

Bo is a cool guy helping us with war hammer and other board game needs Thank you, GMI Games read more

I was here for an event introducing new players to Dungeons and Dragons. Enjoyed the event, nice and friendly atmosphere! I went into this with pretty much zero knowledge of D&D, and I came out of it wanting to play more and get immersed in the worlds we adventure into! Definitely would recommend it! read more

GMI Games - The "Armory" themed room, great for immersion on your adventures! - Hobby Shops Near Me - Riverside, California

Staff was really helpful and friendly with helping me out which paint to grab for the figures I was grabbing, I would definitely come back for more! read more

GMI Games - Hobby Shops Near Me - Riverside, California

This is a Good shop with decent pricing, no complaints. If anything I would ask for a larger 40K selection, but the selection is good and worth the drive. read more

Sold me resealed Pokémon cards to a 14 ear old. My 14 year old daughter went in there to buy some Pokémon cards. little did she know they where resealed. The edges where messed up and everything very disappointed. read more

I don't know... The new place is a work in progress but is definitely going to look nicer. The extra space is great. I rarely ever come here because I didn't enjoy the atmosphere or the customer service very much the times I have come. It always seemed to be much more of a miniatures based store which is just not my cup of tea. And I always felt like they just didn't really care about the other stuff. They have a reasonable stock of board games and other odds and ends. I'll go there for special events and that's about it... read more

As far as inventory goes the place is cool...but the customer service from the owner is freaking terrible. Me and a few friends are new to collecting and we had a few questions about products and this man was absolutely the worse. Gave a terrible attitude and made us feel unwanted. His other employees are stand out people but because of the owners attitude ill never go back again. read more

I've been coming to this store since they opened ... some 8 or 9 years ago. It's been interesting to watch them grow to occupy both rooms they have and to see their wares and events expand. The owners are friendly and inviting, and have always been willing to help you with any questions you may have - up to and including demonstrations of their games. Their two rooms are split so that one is for the shop and the other for the game room - about four or five plain tables for cards or RPGs, and a couple of terrain tables for miniatures. It can get crowded, especially on event days - Friday nights are reserved for Magic: The Gathering, and if you want in on that you'd better show up early. In the shop half, they carry almost everything you'd want that's current. D&D, World of Darkness, GURPS, Magic, Warhammer, Munchkin, the whole nine yards several times over. If they don't have it, they'll order it for you and it'll usually be in within a week, probably less. They've also recently added paintball equipment, and at better prices than I've been able to find online for some of the stuff. Price Range was a touch difficult to nail down. GMI's prices aren't any worse than any other store, maybe even better than a few, but gaming of almost any nature is far from an inexpensive hobby, so I erred on the side of overestimation, as I tend to do. If you think it'll cost more than it does, it leaves you with bonus money afterwards! Their location is nice, too. Across the street from the Jurupa Spectrum, within walking distance of a Wendy's, a Chinese restaurant, a grocery store, Del Taco, another Chinese place, Burger King, Domino's Pizza... You won't go hungry (unless you blow your money on dice). read more

GMI Games - Hobby Shops Near Me - Riverside, California

I came in here with absolutely no knowledge of any games and the staff there taught me so much in just a small amount of time! bought my fist D&D set read more

A store for gamers, run by gamers. Robert and Catherine (the owners) care a great deal about the community not just in Riverside, but the global hobby industry as a whole. They travel to conventions to learn how to serve local players better, or to share what they've learned through their years in business. Probably the best place in Riverside for table top gaming, including Friday Night Magic. read more

I really like this store. I was looking for a store I could get Dungeons & Dragons products from when I came across this store. I was pleased to find so many new 5e D&D books, miniatures, spell cards and more. I initially only planned to spend $50 in the store, but I saw so many things I wanted that I spent $300! I also met a nice group of D&D players at the store. I'm thinking about joining their weekly game. Later, I went back to the store to see what Magic The Gathering cards I could get. I was a little disappointed that this store doesn't sell single cards, but pleased to see I could get Booster Boxes of cards in Standard, as well as Theme Decks. This is a store that I will definitely return to for many of my D&D and MTG needs. read more

A wonderful place with a big game room and nice people. Would recommend for anyone looking for a place to purchase or play tabletop and card games. read more

Been going to GMI since I moved into the area. Knowledgable staff, who are always willing to help and teach others. They have tables in a side room to bring your own games. read more

The owner is rude, came in and asked a simple question and was rude all through my purchase. Got what I needed and won't be coming back.

My fiance and I come here on a regular basis for his Warhammer 40k fix, and I'm thinking about building a 'nid army myself once I'm a bit more familiar with the game. Great selection of minis (Warhammer and otherwise), paints, TCGs, offbeat board games, Tabletop RPG books, and other geeky games. Anything they don't have in stock, they'll happily order for you. Huge selection of Vallejo Paints (a great, less expensive alternative to Citadel mini paints). The staff are super friendly and very helpful - the only caveat to this is that they're not huge on little kids coming in to their store unsupervised, but I don't see this as a minus. Parents, get involved in your kids' games! Play together! The staff not judgmental or snobbish if you're looking to learn a new game - they'll help you find what you need and answer any questions you might have. If they don't know the answer, they'll tell you where to find it. Gaming at GMI is wonderful, they've got lots of space both inside and out for any of your gaming needs, and they even have store copies of some of the more popular board games to try out. Lots of hosted tournaments and casual play. You could spend all day here, there's plenty of places to eat in the center with the store if you get hungry, and a Starbucks in the center across the street if you need a caffeine fix. GMI may be a bit out of the way, but it's got everything you could want in a gaming store once you're there - even a clean bathroom! Shock of shocks! A gaming store with a bathroom that isn't truck-stop level filthy! Color me impressed. read more

Love this place. If you're a board-gamer, you will too. they carry almost all the significant board games and card games along with any applicable expansions. Prices are comparable to many other brick-and-mortar hobby/game stores, and the staff is very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. They carry tons of Warhammer stuff as well as a large play in the other half of the store for both tabletop games and card games. read more

The tournaments are spot on I have done Starwars destiny and Keyforge. The people you play with are really nice and helpful.

What a great store for gamers. They have a great selection of Warhammer and Lord of the Rings, as well as War Machine. If they don't have it in stock they will order anything you need! They also have a great selection of board games, dice and card games too. Half the store is dedicated to playing games with tables set up for customers to use for anything they like, as well as an expansive area for building models and scenery etc. It's always fun to come here! read more

GMI is simply the best! I tease Katherine, one of the owners, for never giving discounts to her best customers-- but the reality is, they can't afford to go any lower than they already are-- and a lot of prices of what they sell are fixed by the manufacturer. The gaming area is top notch, and they have a ton of terrain that they let you use. The tournaments are always great. Anyone who is already into what they sell (Warhammer, D&D, HerClix, Mtg) is going to go regardless. I want to write this review for everyone else out there who has maybe never been before: The store is run by Rob and Katherine, two exceptional people who work VERY hard and genuinely care for the kids that hang out in their store. They often stay open very, very late-- not because there is business, but because there are still kids hanging out that have no one to pick them up, and nowhere else to go. WalMart sure wouldn't do that. Plus, they have all kinds of games, and can order you anything you want (Katherine got us "Pit" in 3 days!). For all you Settlers of Cataan junkies, they have all the expansions! They also have paintball and hobby/craft supplies, and models. Well, pictures speak louder than words-- see below. They are a very well rounded game store, and any family can find something great there. read more

Since the 1st time I walked in the Owners have been very helpful and have went out off there way to make sure I have had a good time there ! Thanks for the Games ! read more

This place is a definite go to for any table top player or just curious about table top games in general. They host Magic & Warhammer tournaments amongst other events with ample room for participants. The staff here is very helpful which is an added bonus, especially when you're a newb and looking to get your feet wet. Even if you're not into "serious gaming", they have board games, various types of card games, and other table top games that appeal to a broad spectrum of playing styles. Want to pretend you're fighting zombies? They have a game for that. Want to play Yahtzee from a TARDIS? That game is here too. read more

Way way back in the day, around 2005 I used to come here all the time to play 40k! They all welcomed me with open arms ( I'm a very short girl) and even taught me how to paint my Tyranid army! Thank you for making a short girl feel welcome, and now that I'm an adult and have money I will be back to rebuild my army! Never grow up, never surrender! read more

This is the Game Store Gem in the Inland Empire. The lady that works here is super sweet, helpful, and knowledgeable. FANTASTIC selection of board games! Everything is organized, clean, and neat! Prices are MSRP, or just under. They do have a large table full of clearance games! What a bargain! Do not pass this place up if you are into board games. You will most definitely not be disappointed! read more

I've been going to Gmi Games for more that 10 years. Owners are a married couple, Catherine and Rob, whom I find funny to listen to when they bicker at each other. All-in-all friendly and knowledgeable staff. The gaming community is diverse, ranging from the "elitist" to the "casual" player. They have all kinds of games to participate in. A group of players play your game at least once a week, all you have to do is ask when. Games I see on a regular basis: Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: the Gathering, Warhammer 40K, Warhammer Fantasy, Warmachine/Hordes Best game store around! read more

Love this store. Been going for years. Started off as a tabletop player going in for books and dice. Later I expanded into warhammer 40k. The on hand selection sometimes leaves something to be desired but this is easily made up for by fast friendly special ordering. Whatever I'm looking for Catherine can get it in a week unless it hasn't been released yet in which case it comes in on the release date. Pricing is retail but they have a great loyalty program that saves you a small fortune on anything in the store. Recommended for book seekers, dice seekers and 40k players. read more

I have been physically here 3 years ago and it was ok and was going to go today but I tried calling just to confirm if there are any tcg tournaments going on for the night and this lady answered the phone and rudely kept raising her voice asking " what do you want?!" "What tournament are you talking about?!" "Tell me what tournament!?!?" I mean I'm asking generally and it's not that hard to tell the schedule for the night what they are. Whoever that lady is...just made me not wanting to come to this store ever nor buy anything from it. If you don't like doing your job or managing your store having a customer service etiquette please do the community a favor and do something else. read more

Been coming here for a few years. I enjoy the people that work and play hear. Playing areas are a little cluttered but I expect some clutter with a free place to play my games. read more