D20 Games - Alameda, California

Ryan Austin

I asked to pick the box of cards I was purchasing ($300) but the clerk, after thinking for a moment, refused. The reason given was that they needed to hop to retrieve the box from the shelf which was less than a foot out of reach. There was also stool right next to the clerk that they were seated on when I entered.

Poor customer service. Actively bad actually because the clerk made the conscious decision to disregard my request for their own convenience.

Thad P.

A good LGS with friendly staff and scheduled events. Decent stock in store though I'm sure they can get stuff delivered to the store.

They just moved down the block to a larger site with more gaming space. Give it a try!

Ikaika San Nicolas

Great place to go and get games, cards, and a good time. Super friendly, slightly inconsistent with pricing, and a little steep when it comes to the buying and selling of cards collections, even though it’s obvious, 50 percent of value for store credit and 70 percent of value for cash credit rather a lot for a small game store; however, it’s the only way that they stay afloat. It is rather ridiculous nonetheless. So it’s hard to make a good solid investment, judging the situation and market, the rates of this place, still one of the oldest card games currently still in play and enjoyed. Overall the staff is kind and generous and friendly.

John McNally

Super cool little store in Alameda, off of one of the main roads leading in. Mostly a store for magic, but I’ve seen DnD in the back on Thursday. The owner Ben is very cool and drafted commander masters with us. It’s nice having a store where the owner is involved.

Christine Martinez

Pretty overpriced, bought 6 brilliant stars booster packs which would normally cost $30, but he charged me $50, but he threw in a 7th pack in there. Although it’s overpriced, they sell lots of singles and have a great selection, and was an overall great, I would’ve liked to explore the store but I was on a time crunch. There were people in the back playing d&d and it looked like they were having fun! Would definitely recommend and come back.

TheRealKimShady

Do not sell cards to this place. Offering 50% store credit and 33% cash value is straight up robbery. That was the first red flag, the second red flag is using Ebay as a guide for pricing instead of TCG player like literally every other card store that exists. I sold cards before at this place and i was offered 50% cash value and 60% store credit, but the owner say it's never been like that. Still doesn't dismiss the fact that they're borderline stealing from you with such a bad price gouge. No thanks go somewhere else like Legends or King kong.

Delta Victor

I came by with my son yesterday to purchase some Pokemon cards and it was a really cool experience for him. The both of us are new to Pokemon cards but the guys behind the counter were super helpful and nice. Definitely will come again.

Samuel Pfister

D20 is a comfortable, friendly game shop with some of the most welcoming, kind staff. I've stopped in a few times now to buy cards, check out their events, and just chit-chat if I'm in the neighborhood.

The store carries a comparably large selection of Magic: the Gathering and other TCG products, so if you're looking for older sealed product from years past, definitely give them a call.

Nestled on a busy block in downtown Alameda, D20 makes the best of a modest amount of space, featuring a well-curated counter of Trading Card Game items, a sizable shelf of roleplaying game books, and a handful of recent board game releases, in addition to accommodating tables for events that happen almost every night of the week.

Not sure what other reviewers complaining of price scalping are talking about. In-store TCG singles prices are comparable to other LGSs, and well-manicured—I'm normally able to find almost everything on my list. TCG price grumblers beget grumbles, I suppose.

As mentioned, the staff here are incredibly welcoming, helpful, and kind—notably they are patient with kids, especially younger children who are there for events. Everyone I have had the joy to talk with has been abundantly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the games they carry, always amiably greeting everyone who walks through the door and answering questions from novices like myself uncondescendingly.

Charming store; charming staff. Go here to get what you need before shopping online.