I adore Pat's Games ! I'm an MTG collector and I've been buying here since I moved to Austin in…read more2022. They are always friendly and helpful and I like that you can order cards online and pick them up. My one suggestion is I wish they had some cards on display. As a collector that's my favorite way to shop. I like going in not looking for anything in particular and stumbling upon a cool card. All their cards are behind the counter in file cabinets.

Been going here since 2012. I love this place. It has been my home away from home. It has gotten…read moresmaller over the years as they sold the property they owned next door but the place hasn't changed at all. #1 place to play MTG in town!

experience was disappointing. Many of the Pokémon products sold here are standard retail items --…read morethe same ones found at stores like Target or Walmart -- but the markups are extremely high. I understand resale and small business pricing, but these prices felt unreasonable and not collector-friendly. I walked in expecting a place that supports the community: fair pricing, unique items, or at least a welcoming vibe. Instead, it felt like the focus was mainly on squeezing profit out of every product, rather than creating a good experience for customers or collectors. If you're looking to spend your money wisely, I'd recommend checking other local shops or retail stores first. You'll likely find the same products for a much better price -- and save yourself the frustration

I did a big purchase here. The whole team was amazing. They're very trustworthy. I'm excited to go…read moreback to this place. They have a lot of different type of trading cards Pokémon, yugioh, and many others. As well as anime stuff. They also host many events which can found on their instagram for trading card games and table top games. You can pre-order cards and packs through them as well. 10/10 service

I've been to both Toy Joys in Austin plenty of times. The main location on Burnet is always a place…read moreof joy for my girlfriend when she's in town. Even when she's not in town, I find myself going there for her to get Sonny Angels and Smiskis that are oh so popular these days. The store's entrance has slightly been taken over by blind boxes, but if you step to the other side, there are so many exciting toys all over the place here. It's always a thrill to step in and find a little trinket to take home with me. A true toy store. We are lucky to still have some like this in Austin. RIYL: Childhood wonder

This location is the largest of all of them. There are always interesting finds here. Prices are…read morealmost always average. But a good place to stop by if you need a gift in a pinch

This place is seriously awesome! It is extremely well-organized, so you can kind of cruise through…read morethe years to get to the gaming generation you're looking for. I personally was on the hunt for ATARI 2600 cartridges, and they had plenty at a decent price (between $2-10). I also saw SEGA Genesis, Saturn, and Dreamcast games + peripherals/accessories which can be difficult to find anywhere but the internet nowadays. You'll also find Nintendo, Sony Playstation, and Xbox games/accessories. Nothing NEW new, because this is specifically a retro game store, so if you want the newest releases, go to GameStop or something LOL. One of the coolest things about this location is that they have a corner of their store dedicated to a "museum" of consoles, and it's quite impressive! A lot of ooold consoles like ATARI's line-up and lesser-known consoles like Intellivision, Magnavox, etc. Even some Japanese imports. Fun for a stroll down memory lane (if you're old enough) or to learn about the history of video gaming (if you're not, haha)! Another corner of the store actually has a set-up for you to test/demo games! There's a TV with many consoles hooked up to it, and a comfy couch to enjoy too. The employees here are friendly, out-going, ready-to-assist, and decently knowledgeable too. The fellow assisting me kindly cleaned off the contacts on my cartridges before checking out. You can also find old video game manuals/guidebooks here. Besides retro stuff, you can also find a few modern things like plushies, lanyards/hats/wallets, etc. Game Over Videogames is a small chain with multiple locations. One cool policy they have is that if a game turns out to be non-functional, you can bring it back within two weeks to be replaced. This is good news for me, because I tested the 12 ATARI cartridges I got when I got home and one was a dud (not bad, considering their age!).

The staff was very helpful and there were a lot of things that caught my eye. Games, systems,…read moregifts, etc. I would recommend this place even if you aren't sure what you're looking for.

A small little shop tucked away next to a million others. There's all sorts of stuff in here, but…read morenot a very big selection of comics. Like I said, it's a very small shop. That being said, they were helpful and kind. If I any questions they were happy to help. I picked up an ASM #36 Mary Jane variant. I'm pretty happy with it.

Let me start off by saying I traveled everywhere looking for the right comic book store here in…read moreAustin, Texas. Finally, I stumble into this place. The gentleman was gracious. The music was great and he was very informative about what I was looking for. Nicely hooked me up with their monthly program so I can get all the comics I needed, and they were on point for about six months. Then comes my birthday, very excited to bring my son in and grab my monthly comics. I called the shop on the day of my birthday and the lady owner answered the phone, at this point I have met all the gentleman and just wanted to introduce myself. Me: " Hello who am I speaking with? Her: " I didn't give a name" Me: " correct that's why I'm asking" Her: what can I do for you" Me: " id like to know who I'm speaking with please" Her " This is Kings Cache" Me" I understand that I'm a new member and just checking in on my comics" then her tune changed. Graciously she wanted to be friendly instead of acknowledging me from the beginning and being secretive and ominous. All of this came from her with a very cantankerous attitude and resistance to lead with the right customer service. They have caller ID there, so usually when I call the fellas already acknowledge me but name. Can't believe the fake high road this lady wanted to drive on. I've had nothing but great experiences and then I call and she gives me two shades of gray. Buyer beware, they are nice til they grab ya, then ounce they have you, the care to get to know you or give you the respect you deserve is obsolete. The one gentleman is great the other two could care less for you. Austin Books and Comics and Batcity comics have now graciously taken my business. Which is good because if I see another funko pop my head will explode. Stick with dolls and leave the comics to the big boys. Just because it's a hobby doesn't mean you have to give it a bankers mentality. Ebay, Other stores and Collector conventions offer too much competition. Be better humans. You made this guy feel awful on a day that was so important you won't realize. At the end of the day you just had to be nice, you know who you were and to that my circles and collectors corners will not drive from hill country anymore to spend our disposable income. Thank goodness Batcity just opened up. Can get two more comics for the gas saved!!! I hope this helps do better, because I'm still reeling and this message doesn't do what I witnessed justice. Sad times

This is what one expects when the term "Hobby Shop" is used! A Mom and Pop local shop with all of…read morethe kits and supplies to keep you modeling for decades! Most impressive, and only real hobby shop I've seen in years! A must visit store!

TAKE NOTE! King's Hobby is now located at 7323 N. Burnet Road 78757. The space is somewhat more…read morecompact than the old business park location on N. Lamar but has much better natural lighting. I was there for paint so I didn't peruse the kit inventory but I'm sure it was there.

We went to Toybrary in Austin to attend a birthday party and it was such a fun experience for the…read morekids. And I won't lie, it was such a fun experience for me as an adult! Something felt very nostalgic about it and the place gave me the warm and fuzzies like I was kid again. There were so many different rooms and activity zones that kept little ones busy and excited the whole time. Every corner had something new to explore, from play areas where kids can stimulate their imagination, to indoor slides, hands on toys, and creative play stations. It really felt like a kid's dreamland. There is also an outdoor space for the kids to play in, which was a nice bonus, and plenty of variety so children can move from one activity to the next without getting bored. It worked especially well for a birthday party since a large group of kids could all stay entertained at the same time without stepping on each other's fun. They have a designated space where parties can eat food and cake, which makes celebrating easy and organized. They had little seats for the kids to sit in, which can accommodate roughly 20-25 kids. My only wish is that we could have stayed longer. The play sessions were capped at about two hours per session and the time went by fast because the kids were having such a great time. Overall, a good experience and a great spot for younger children to play and celebrate. I would definitely return again and recommend for a kids birthday if you want to keep kids entertained. My kids loved the place.

After reading the reviews I was apprehensive but I believe in always giving business a chance and…read moreI'm so glad I did! Management was super nice. I don't feel there was a weird smell at all, it smells like meyers cleaning products which I think is a good sign. Employees are constantly cleaning up after the kids and everything thats off limits is clearly placed up on the shelves away from reach. For $60 a month you can come as much as you want and I think that's a great deal, especially because you can take 3 toys home, like a library book, with you each time you visit. Highly recommend! As long as you are following the rules theres no issue.