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Guardian Games

Guardian Games

Toy Store, Video Games Store, and Hobby Store
Portland
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9.3/10
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    Merrick M.
    "Magic, board games, Wii, RPGs, pizza, and BEER!"(6 Tips)
    Brad T.
    "Tremendous selection of board games"(7 Tips)
    Jay
    "They also hold game nights rather often for Magic etc.."(3 Tips)
    Mazda
    "special events to fit every gamers"(2 Tips)
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  • Jon C.
    Jon CassieJuly 30, 2013
    My pick for the finest friendly local game store in the whole country. Super nice owners and employees, HUGE play area, equally huge, comprehensive stock (they've got everything...).
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    ErikMarch 18, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    There are no finer a game shop around Portland than here. Love the vast number of tables and the games you can play inside the "Adult" room. The prices here are also good.
  • Enrique G.heart icon on user image
    Enrique Gutiérrez ArzateApril 9, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    I was amazed with the amount of products, they even have Issues from Dragon Magazine, also Dungeons & Dragons 1st edition books!
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    JayJanuary 6, 2019
    They have an extensive array of board games and other bits and bobs! They also hold game nights rather often for Magic etc.. A great place for kids too :)
  • Gordon M.
    Gordon MeiSeptember 27, 2014
    One of the largest board game stores I've ever seen. Beers served in the playing area in the back. Abundance of Crispin pear ciders.
  • OkCupid Daters' Choice
    Guardian Games was voted the Best Nerdy Date Spot by OkCupid users in the first-ever Daters' Choice Awards! Tap Read more for additional date spot categories in Portland. #daterschoice Read more
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    Micah SpielerJanuary 11, 2015
    I can't believe how big this place is! So many board games, plus they have a bar in back if you want to have a beer while playing.
  • Eliot J.
    Eliot JohnsonAugust 15, 2012
    The staff is super friendly, they have the best selection of magic the gathering cards, and board games. Go to the 21+ game night! Free play magic night is awesome too.
  • Mike W.heart icon on user image
    Mike WalekeJanuary 25, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Good library, great selection, friendly staff, and they have an onsite bar.
  • Joshua C.heart icon on user image
    Joshua ConleyJanuary 3, 2016
    RPGs, cards, video games, miniatures, board games- these folks have you covered. The customer service is excellent.
  • Brad T.heart icon on user image
    Brad TaitMay 7, 2017
    Tremendous selection of board games, knowledgeable staff, and some fun special events!
  • Christine M.
    Christine MooneyMay 12, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Any game you can think of, lots of space to wonder & play in their new awesome digs. Woot Angel
  • Mary S.heart icon on user image
    Mary SFebruary 18, 2016
    Wow. Biggest selection I've ever seen. So many games! You can even play them too as a trial.
  • Courtney S.
    Courtney ShannonMarch 6, 2021
    Been here 50+ times
    Helpful staff, but neither pushy or mansplainy. If they don’t have a particular game, they usually can order it for you.
  • Mike W.heart icon on user image
    Mike WalekeMarch 7, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    If you are with a kid and want a drink, you can always leave it in the bar area.
  • Bill M.heart icon on user image
    Bill MacDecember 14, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    If the lot is full, there's plenty of street parking on weekends.
  • Portland Geek Council of Commerce and Culture
    Official Geek #Olympathon 2011 Event stop! Come by between 5-11pm on Saturday 6.11.2011 to roll Critical Hits In The Critical Sip. Will Frau Fortuity send you her sweet kisses to roll perfect 20s? 21+ Read more
  • Steve R.
    Steve RankinJune 3, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Awesome array of table games.
  • Chavtastic J.
    Chavtastic JinxMay 11, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The staff is fantastic. Ask them anything. :)
  • Ash H.
    Ash HMay 7, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Try before you buy. Good selection of games there to check out and play with your friends. Small World is a must!
  • Mazda
    MazdaOctober 26, 2010
    Their goal is to bring the community together. Guardian's monthly calendar is jam packed with recurring and special events to fit every gamers needs.
  • Jordan C.
    Jordan CruzJune 14, 2013
    Think I may have gotten goosed by one of the cute girls that work here, I'm coming back!
  • Joy P.
    Joy PalludanSeptember 2, 2014
    Battle wizards and $2 PBRs!
  • Merrick M.heart icon on user image
    Merrick MonroeJanuary 8, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Go to the Beer & Pizza game night, 21+, on the third Wednesday of most months. Magic, board games, Wii, RPGs, pizza, and BEER! Read more
  • Mike W.heart icon on user image
    Mike WalekeJanuary 29, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    They have a chinook book coupon.
  • Jesse L.
    Jesse LibertyDecember 14, 2013
    It's really really big! Lots of magic boosters packs from history...
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    matthew lindseyJuly 2, 2015
    Board/card/mixtures games. They have it all.
  • JoBin S.heart icon on user image
    JoBin SmithNovember 13, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Best game store I have ever been to
  • Pearl D.heart icon on user image
    Pearl DunnOctober 15, 2018
    Lots of D&D supplies
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    BrettFebruary 1, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Play all the games
  • Aaron I.
    Aaron IrwinAugust 31, 2013
    Doesn't accept American Express.
  • Locke L.
    Locke LodeOctober 6, 2013
    It's an adult McDonalds palace
  • Chris C.
    Chris ChristianFebruary 11, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Now stocking LEGO!
  • shandye s.
    shandye synysterFebruary 23, 2011
    close up magic ......
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