I went by Gamescape last night to grab Mahjong and other small last-minute Christmas gifts. The…read morestaff are all helpful and friendly whenever I stop by, and they aren't pushy with sales and upselling, which is much appreciated. Staff members are knowledgeable about the products and rules of various games and are happy to take the time to answer any questions you may have. They can also give you good recommendations if you're looking for gifts for others. They pack a surprisingly large inventory into the shop. I love walking by and checking out their cute window displays- they had some beautiful Aura editions of Monopoly and Scrabble in the window last night. They also have a great selection of D&D books, minis, paints, and more. Between the product selection and customer service, I highly recommend stopping by Gamescape for a pleasant shopping experience.

An incredible store. They are so generous to me and my whole family. Highly welcoming community too.read more

This store was so fun to shop around in. They have tons of different old school games, like…read moretwister, that took me back to my childhood. They have something for everyone in here. They have lots of toys, stuffed animals, games and puzzles. I had fun talking with the shop owner. We were both reminiscing back to a time we could actual play the game twister, with ease. Now it's a completely different story, lol. I recommend checking out this store, if you have kids or if you want to take a walk back into memory lane with all the nostalgic items they have.

They have nibsnextdoor!!!…read more I tried to do what nibs does but I could not. It takes a lot of skill to maneuver.

Love this neighborhood business. We came after dinner after getting a recommendation to check this…read moreplace. They have card games and board games you can play or purchase. There's food and drinks for purchase. Fun place to come hang out with friends if you like to play board games. Great way to try new and different games.

Came here around 3 on a Friday. Not many people there. A few were playing board games…read more We came here since it's mostly gluten free here! We were starving and the food was good. We ordered: Chicken coup - very yummy and filling but waffle got soggy at the end Munchkin bites - great portion and tasty Love letter- highly recommend! Gloomhaven- got it with oat milk and it was a bit grainy with sesame not blended well . Would skip next time Very reasonable priced. We sat at the patio since we brought our dog! A bit cold and wished they had heat lamps.

To sum it up: Many games for purchase, clean and organized store, MSRP Pokemon trading cards, and…read moreallows donations. My husband and I are huge Pokemon fans and we love to open and collect cards. But with the surging popularity of this hobby, many stores such as Target, GameStop, and other collectible places sometimes increase their prices, so it's not worth it to buy them overpriced. Gamescape keeps their prices as MSRP and their staff is very friendly. They keep it simple and easy with their Pokemon trading card items behind the counter and if they have more, they'll tell you and if they're not, they're out. None of that "hiding items from customers" nonsense that you see from other stores because they want to keep it for themselves, and etc. I also appreciate them accepting our donations of Pokemon items and accessories such as playmats, dice, binders, etc. After opening Pokemon cards, my husband and I do not need 10+ playmats, bunch of dice, and countless binders. With all of these in "never used" conditions, we would rather donate them to kids who would appreciate them more and have fun with them. I definitely do not want to sell those to kids or others as well, since they are free items with the Pokemon cards. Gamescape accepted our donations and was very appreciative. Thank you Gamescape for being one of the few places who sells their Pokemon items at MSRP and allowing us to enjoy this hobby without burning our $$$ too much lol

Tempted to gate keep this place but I can't. They are hands down the best game shop in San…read moreFrancisco! I came here for a One Piece card tournament and it was so fun. The bustling murmuring of fans chatting bout the game. Everyone in the community here is so helpful and open. They gave me card protectors and even game resources. The staff is the best. Always friendly and enthusiastic about helping you. Their price are the best in town bar none. Even the official Bandai store is 20$ more. Ironically, during this pre release event for a new set, the official store didn't have any products. ( Gamescape price are the best and they give free packs per win. I definitely recommend you to shop here for your TCG and figuring hobbies needs.

Secrets of Strixhaven prerelease event was my first ever and I was made to feel very welcome! Very…read morekind and helpful community and of course well-organized by knowledgeable and experienced staff.

They ran a great magic strixhaven prerelease. Events ran smoothly and the community is very…read morefriendly.

They had one piece and no pokemon. Retail at $12 / pack which is insane, but I just wanted to open…read moresome. Staff were super nice.

I've been going to Gator Games and Hobby in San Mateo for a while now, and it's been my go-to spot…read morefor card collecting. They carry a really wide selection--everything from Pokémon and sports cards to Warhammer 3000 figures and other card game essentials. It's definitely a convenient one-stop shop if you're into multiple hobbies. They also host game days, which is a nice touch. Depending on the card game, you can usually find matches going on and a community of players to connect with, which adds to the overall experience.

About a year ago, I walked into this store out of curiosity while they were hosting an event. It…read morewas packed with tables full of people playing different tabletop games I didn't recognize. Immediately, a staff member greeted me and introduced me to a group of people, encouraging me to exchange information with them. I was a bit too shy to join in that night, but I really appreciated the effort. You gotta love a place that goes that far to make a "noob" feel included. During a more recent visit without all the tables of people, it's still a cozy store with a warm and inviting environment. Upon walking in, I could tell the staff genuinely enjoyed being there. As I was browsing, a staff member told me about their puzzle trade. For a few bucks, you can trade the old puzzles you own with a selection of their used puzzles. I'll definitely be making the most of this deal. This is an Oakland gem that I can't recommend enough. If you're looking for a kind and welcoming community, this is a great one. I'll definitely be returning.

Good Pokémon packs lots of board games but kinda small great workers I love that they have a gimbalread more

Great people. Very friendly and inviting…read more I hadn't played D&D since I was 13 and wanted to start again, I'm in my 50's. I didn't know anyone who was playing as that activity had dropped out of my circle a very long time ago. I walked in and asked if there were any groups for beginners. They took my name and number and said they would call when a game was starting. Sure enough a couple weeks later they called. I met up with the DM and three other people who were all veterans but made it very easy for me to start over. Great group and the people behind the counter are always happy to answer questions or help you find something.

The literal best place for any and all TCG!…read more Thank you for all the amazing god packs.

The energy here is IMMACULATE. Wonderful staff -- friendly, ridiculously knowledgeable, inclusive,…read moreand accommodating. Inventory is really thoughtful, they have a fantastic selection of anything a nerdy heart could desire. Definitely recommend. My fiance also comes here for MtG events, and he has nothing but glowing things to say about this place.

Very neat shop, I really liked it when I stopped by. The staff was very friendly, knowledgeable &…read moreengaged. Unfortunately I do not live near or I would stop by more often.

A must see! For such a small shop, they certainly have a great selection--especially of quality…read moreplush toys including Squishables (I have many of their Comfort Food series that I started collecting during the pandemic), Aurora, JellyCat, and Douglas. In stock. The service is amazing. Very friendly. And they have a unique way of wrapping gifts (for free!). They let you choose the paper and ribbons colors. The prices seem reasonable to me. They switch out the front display windows often, and they're usually very eye-appealing and seasonal. Inside, they move the categories around so you see things you might not notice even if you go in frequently.

This store is amazing! It's not huge but it has a great selection. What I particularly appreciated…read morewas being able to find toys not made in China. There were great options from both Europe and the USA as well as other places. The clerk, JJ was very helpful and gift wrapped my items for a birthday party we were taking them to. Highly recommend this store!