Very cool shop. Dave the Owner is a great guy who always looks out for his customers. He usually…read morecarries some very decent vintage material. You can find a lot of old comics in great condition. An all around great shop in Northeast Philadelphia.

My son recently discovered a love for comic books and this place definitely has everything he's…read morelooking for- as well as some great conversations when you go in.

Great service and were very willing to answer my questions as a first time visitor. They actually…read moreordered something for me that they didn't have in stock.

New Wave is my favorite local Comic Book Shop. Jason and co. are the nicest people, and are happy…read moreto welcome anyone, whether it's their first time or they come in every week. This isn't a snoody insider shop, where an angry neckbeard will laugh at you for not knowing your Image from your Darkhorse. These folks are happy to help anybody with their first venture into comics, or will kindly leave the veterans to browse. They will set up a pull-list for you, if you want to keep up to date on the latest issues, which is even easier and more convenient to do from home if you use Facebook or Instagram. Just follow their posts and comment on their new release postings to pre-order anything in advance. And my favorite Sunday activity is following their weekly "Claims," where they feature new-to-the-store key issues and bundles at great deals. It's also a great spot for Free Comic Book Day and Halloween. They have some back issues, including some nice expensive finds on the wall and behind the glass, but since it's not the biggest shop in the world, you could probably look elsewhere for that. The customer service and atmosphere is what I come for, though, so it's my first and primary destination for new books.

Tim has an awesome friendly presence and passion for his shop! I don't get to Lansdale often but…read morewhen I do, it's specifically just to visit Comic Zen

Even though Comic Zen is in the heart of downtown Lansdale, be forewarned; it's super tiny inside…read morethe store. But you can find some decent new releases, variants, and a few gems in the back issue bins at great prices. I picked up one key issue for only a buck! I wasn't impressed with the person running the store, though. My first time there, I was given the cold shoulder, even when I tried to initiate a conversation. Perhaps I caught them on a bad day or at the wrong time; I don't know. I'd like to give it another shot if I'm in town. But we'll see.

As a total comic novice, I walked into Cyborg One looking for something special for my comic-loving…read more10-year-old nephew. The staff couldn't have been more helpful--they guided me through great options, worked within my budget, and even some of the other customers hanging out in the shop chimed in with recommendations. In the end, my nephew was ecstatic with the picks. Big thanks to Cyborg One for helping me be the coolest aunt!

This is a shop I've had on my radar to visit for a long time, but it just didn't work out until…read morethis trip. The shop is located in a back alley, if you find the Doylestown Brewing Company it's right around the corner. They are not a large shop, but it is stocked from floor to ceiling. Cyborg One is one of those rare shops that only stocks a limited amount of new pull comics. Graphic Novel selection is large and spread across the shop, and they also stock Manga. Another different item is a large amount of collected comic sets. The selection of collectables and board games is also good, with Magic: The Gathering cards also stocked. Overall, a great small comic shop that could be easily missed by many, like we did, unless they stop in.

I've been to Secret Origins a few times now since I wrote my initial review, and the store has…read moreactually gotten better. The back issues bins have been upgraded from endless rows of beat-up white paper boxes to a beautiful and easier-to-sift-through shelving system with integrated display bins. The books in that section are two dollars a piece. They also have an extensive new release section and individually priced back issues to go with the higher-priced wall books on display behind the counter. The store owner is friendly and welcoming, too. He can either talk to you all day about comics or just be quiet and let you do your thing. The place is super clean, and on-street parking is easy and convenient, too.

Don't let the nondescript building fool you; inside awaits plenty of comics and other collectibles…read morefor any fan of superheroes. Add in friendly customer service and you have a solid store with a selection for every price range.

My friends and I over the years have had mixed experiences at Uncanny King of Prussia. It was not…read moreactually a comic shop, but a pop culture shop with a weak selection of comics. I visited here in late summer 2021 and found positive changes, including more focus on comics. When I was traveling back through the area again, I didn't hesitate to stop in with a friend and see how it was going. That was a mistake. Uncanny had to move again to another location in the mall over by Nordstrom. Shop's exterior and interior looks nice, not sure they did the work or the previous tenant did. Space is divided into three rooms. The main area has graphic novels, another houses new pull comics, and a final room is full of longboxes. Except...there's a barricade to the longbox room. My friend was confused and asked about it as we primarily came here for the longboxes. Even after being located here for a month, they don't have them ready. This is unacceptable and I felt bad for the employee, who probably had to tell this to more than one customer. For being in a prestigious location, the King of Prussia Mall, this shop lacks a lot of what it should and most of that is direction. I recommend Showcase Comics and Games in Bryn Mawr and Brave New Worlds in Willow Grove for shops that are well stocked, stable, and reliable.

Great comic shop in an unconventional location…read more Uncanny! is the first comic book store I've ever seen in a mall. The King of Prussia Mall is a massive shopping center, but lacked many of the nerdier stores such as Hot Topic, Box Lunch, and Spencers establishments where I can buy cool shirts, figures, and other geeky merch. Uncanny! fills that niche beautifully while also delivering on the experiences I expect from my local comic shop. Uncanny! isn't the largest store, but it makes up for it with excellent space usage. Products are organized neatly into sections from clothes to comics to games. The comic sections are further divided into recent comics, graphic novels, kid comics, and back issues (old/out of print comics). The store is well kept and clean, and the colorful decor makes it feel alive, even when there is no one else shopping. If you are a die-hard collector, you might be disappointed due to the limited availability of items. As mentioned, space is limited, so you might not find some of your old collector issues or rare figurines. But you will find most everything new. If you are looking for something, call ahead. The people here are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Prices are fair, except for the odd retail-exclusive comics that are a bit higher priced than what I've seen in other comic stores. They also offer a loyalty program. Spend X-money, get Y-gift cards. It's pretty simple, free to sign up, and has no expiration. So it's worth your time if you come to the mall every month or so. If you're looking for a gift for that nerdy someone, or just want to pick up the latest DC or Marvel comic, Uncanny! is a fun little stop in your mall shopping experience.

MANAYUNK/PHILADELPHIA: Johnny Destructo's Hero Complex is a comic book store right downtown with a…read morelarge selection of comics, graphic novels, artwork, and they even host game nights! Leashed and friendly dogs are allowed inside, but keep in mind the sensitive nature of these collectible items. A cute little shop to explore!

I've been over here for a little over 2 years. However in that time COVID has prevented me from…read morefinding my favorite spots around town. Can I still blame COVID? whatever. So I was really in the mood for some Usagi Yojimbo. I was doing some research on trades I might want. Research for me is putting it in my Amazon cart and then hoping I can find it locally. That was Friday night and the plan was to go out to find it Sunday. I just was like there has to be something closer. I started doing some research. There goes that word again. This time it meant googling and reading reviews. That lead me to this place. I read some cool stuff about the owner. He's an illustrator and makes all his own sticker/shirt designs that you can't get anywhere else. So Sunday rolled around and I went over there. Loved the set up. Nice little oldie but goodie section. Cool collectibles and some great rarities. Guy at the front desk was awesome. I spent a while in there bullshitting. He made some pretty good suggestions. I totaled it up and I could walked out of there spending $300 were I to have gotten everything I wanted in there. Luckily I did not. However I will be back. The collectable Batman '89 figure was there. I'd never seen it in person. Also it's cheaper than it is on the internet. That doesn't normally happen. I'm not into it but there was talk with another customer of board game or D&D nights in the near future. So you should check this place out. It's not huge but it has some cool stuff.

The name is certainly fitting, considering the madness of how much supply is here. Boxes stacked…read moreupon boxes stacked upon boxes everywhere you turn. There are sooooooo many comic books scattered around that I'm pretty sure Wade doesn't even know what he has. Sure, sifting through all that inventory can be overwhelming, but that's part of the fun. Each trip is different as the staff uncovers and prices additional stock from the shipments of yesterday (and yesteryear). So, it's like a race against time to see what gems you can find before they even realize what they have! Allow yourself plenty of time, though, because it is very easy to get lost for hours as you comb through the bins and boxes of eras and stories gone by. But that's why I love it. Unfortunately, there are some things I wish they could do better... like with their pricing, which isn't always consistent. Some books aren't labeled or in a designated price box. So then you're left up to the discretion of whoever works the cash register that day to determine what they want to charge for it. I also used to be a big fan of their VIP program, which, for $15, offered some discount on almost everything in the store. Plus, a $10 credit on your birthday month. So it paid for itself and then some. But as I recently learned in my last few visits, this isn't always the case. It's really left up to the discretion of whoever is working the register that day whether or not they want to honor it. ‍ But the staff is still very polite and helpful and I do enjoy coming here. It's one of the better comic stores in the region and has been that way for years. If you're in the area, check it out!

Wade's Comic Madness is my go to for everything comics. They really help me complete my collections…read morewhen finding my Back Issues I need and also suppling my current pull list. He pro-actively suggests comics I may like and Isn't wrong. Their prices are always fair and I hope to continue my collection through them. I highly recommend.