Support the local game, comic and gamer-friendly stores in and around Charlotte, NC
We are excited by the response we’ve gotten from the local stores in Charlotte, NC! In fact, there has been such a great response, we will be breaking our post into multiple posts so we don't overwhelm! Stay tuned for more!
Here’s the ones you may see our convention flyers at. Be sure to tell them you saw them promoted by Mythic Con.
Luck Factory Games
Our first stop along our game store tour is Luck Factory Games. They have LOTS of games you can play! And a selection of games you can purchase!
Luck Factory Games is located in Gibson Mill Market at 305 McGill Ave. N.W., Suite 80, in Concord, NC 28027. (Tuna says it is a really cool place!)
Luck Factory Games was founded in 2021 on the simplicity of fun, good vibes and connection with others. They strive to create an environment where all skill levels of gamers are welcome and encouraged to meet new challenges, make new memories and enjoy some down time with good people. If you don’t know how to play, they’ll teach you. If you don’t have a game group, they’ll help you find one…and offer you some tasty snacks while you play. Yum! Snacks!
In addition to small groups, they also host private parties and events up to 30 people. Go to their website and reserve your table!
Buzz City Games
What do you get when you combine an old bank building with lots of games and puzzles? Buzz City Games! They are located in an old bank building at 4 Union St N in downtown Concord, NC 28025. They still have the big bank vault! (There's a smaller one tucked into a corner by the window as well.)
Buzz City Games has almost everything a gamer could want. Tables to play at, restrooms, refreshments, tons of board games, D&D stuff, RPG stuff, Warhammer stuff, puzzles and squishables! (They were smart and didn't put any beds in there otherwise the gamers would never leave!)
They will help you sell your used games and will give you $5 store credit if you bring back a puzzle you bought from them! (They do have some fun puzzles.) Go check them out. Event calendars and other info can be found on their Facebook page.
Oh and Richard wanted to mention that parking can be a little tricky the first time you drop by. Because they are in downtown, there's not a lot of street parking, but there is a parking garage a block away that is free! (He prefers the parking garage because you don't have to parallel park! :P)
Rebel Base Comics & Toys
Next we highlight a gamer friendly store! Rebel Base Comics & Toys has been a Charlotte staple since 1994. They are located at 701 S Sharon Amity Rd in Charlotte, NC. You will need to head downstairs to find them. (When Karen goes she likes to pretend she's visiting a fellow nerd in their mom's basement. But this is waaay cooler than any mom's basement she's ever been in.)
Rebel Base has an amazing amount of collectibles and they are stocked from floor to ceiling with cool stuff. They also travel to comic conventions, so you may have seen them at Charlotte Comic Con.
Go check out them out! More information and events can be found on their Facebook page.
The Mighty Meeple
This game store is well known in the north side of Charlotte, The Mighty Meeple! If you haven't gone by there, you are missing out. (And no, living on the south side isn't an excuse! 😛 Expand your world! Go north!)
As they are hosting all kinds of tournaments (MTG, 40K, Age of Sigmar, MCP and more), they have a laaaarge play space. We haven't gone in and measured, but we think it may be larger than the actual store? Why you may ask? Because the Mighty Meeple believes in supporting the gamer community. And gamers need space! And check out the refreshments they have while you are there, you won't be disappointed.
Go check the store out at 8440 Pit Stop Ct. in Concord, NC! Its past Concord Mills and on the right.
Check out their Facebook page for events, releases and more.
Heroes Aren’t Hard To Find
Heroes Aren't Hard To Find is the next store we are highlighting. Located at 417 Pecan Ave in Charlotte, Heroes has been a Charlotte staple since 1980! While you won't find any games at Heroes, you will find a huge selection of comics and comic related items. (Nick thinks most of us can agree there is a large overlap of comic lovers and gamers!) Go check them out!
Heroes Aren't Hard to Find also hosts their own convention: Heroes Con! Heroes Con is happening June 14-16, 2024 at the Charlotte Convention Center. Mark your calendars, tickets will be going on sale soon!
You can find more info, including a list of all the cons they are attending, on their webpage.
Comic Monstore
Next store we are highlighting is Comic Monstore! They are located north east of Charlotte at 813 Jake Alexander Blvd S in Salisbury, NC.
How often do you get to play a game in a dungeon themed room?!?!? Comic Monstore has comics, toys, games, gaming accessories, and cards! But they have gone one step further, they have rented the space next door and converted it into dungeon themed gaming rooms! Seriously, you HAVE to check this out! Grab your gaming group and go make a day of it! (Just make sure you leave the bathroom spotless, or the dragon will NOT be happy.)
(Tuna's wallet wants to warn you all about the 50% off table in the back. It is much lighter after Tuna discovered the table.)
Don't forget to check out their Facebook page as well!
Victory Point
Next on our game store tour is Victory Point Game Store in Gastonia! They are located at 2212 Union Rd Suite 600 in Gastonia, NC 28054. Victory Point has to be one of the cleanest game stores we've ever been in! Its so well organized that they don't use the GW stands for their paints, they have their own rack that matches the rest of the store!
One thing to definitely look for while you are there — their dice display. They have high end dice displayed like jewelry on nice stair stepped stands in their glass cabinet. Definitely worth a look and taking one or two for a roll.
They host a lot of card tournaments in the adjoining gaming room. Be sure to check out their calendar on their facebook page.
Your Local Game Store
Today we highlight Your Local Game Store. YLGS is a Charlotte staple for those who live on the east side of Charlotte. If you don't live on the east side, then head to the east side and drop in! They are located at 6908 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd #350 in Mint Hill, NC.
Are you like us and don't have a good place to host a game? Would you like to have a private room to run your game in? YLGS has got you covered! They have several PRIVATE rooms you can reserve (see their webpage for more info)!
They have board games, RPGs, Magic and other card games, Games Workshop products, dice and other things that you didn't know you needed. (Trust us, you NEEEEED them!)
Oh! And if you are looking for a game and don't mind it being used, check out their consignment area. There's some good deals there. (Or if you want, sell something that has been collecting dust on your shelves!)
You can find events on their Facebook page.
