Play all day at these game shops around the Bay

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Gamers, you’re in luck! The Bay Area has plenty of game shops near BART. Whether you’re looking for new releases or old favorites, one-player or multi-player challenges, fighting games, collectible card games or esports tournaments, a local shop will likely have exactly what you’re looking for. We’ve compiled a list of game shops near BART that are sure to meet all your epic gaming needs. Grab your Clipper card and go play!

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Game Post of San Francisco. Photo courtesy of Yelp.

Game Post of San Francisco | Montgomery St

Whatever type of game you're in search of — board, family, role-playing, collectible card or miniature games — you’ll find it at Game Post of San Francisco. This game shop near BART also hosts game nights and special events. For new gamers or experienced veterans looking to learn a new adventure, Game Post of San Francisco also hosts “Learn to Play” events so all levels can create characters, navigate new worlds, master skills and much more. Game Post of San Francisco is home to the largest gaming area in the city. Take BART to Montgomery St for a variety of merchandise and fun events 0.9 miles away at 689 3rd St.

A gaming session at RazorStore San Francisco. Photo courtesy of RazorStore San Francisco.

RazorStore San Francisco | Powell St

With five zones for console gamers, pro gaming setups, streamers, digital creators and apparel, there are plenty of reasons to play and stay at RazorStore San Francisco. Visit the experience station to get in on the action or chat with onsite personal gaming advisors to find the perfect gaming gear setup for you. Whatever you’re interested in, whether it’s cosplay or esports, or maybe something in between, RazorStore San Francisco is the place to meet like-minded gamers. Take BART to Powell St for gaming fun 0.1 miles away at 865 Market St.

It's Your Move Games. Photo courtesy of It's Your Move Games.

It’s Your Move Games | MacArthur

This locally owned and gamer-operated store near BART is worth a visit. The community space hosts events and in-store gaming events. You can also join their gaming family by opting for an annual membership. This comes with cool benefits, like 20% off purchases, no table fees, $2 rentals and priority ordering for limited-edition items. They’re always looking to grow their community, so reach out if you’re interested in volunteering to run games and events, contribute creatively, or simply donate used games to their library. Take BART to MacArthur and play all day 0.6 miles away at 4920 Telegraph Ave.

Dr. Comics & Mr. Games. Photo courtesy of Visit Oakland.

Dr. Comics & Mr. Games | MacArthur

Since 1988, Dr. Comics & Mr. Games has served the North Oakland community. This East Bay institution, full of games and comic books, not only has impressive stock but also hosts special events with some of the most creative game designers and comic artists around. Available games include everything from rare gems to classic board games and new European favorites with creative and imaginative settings. Take BART to MacArthur and travel 0.8 miles to 4014 Piedmont Ave. for all your comic and gaming needs.

The exterior of Games of Berkeley. Photo courtesy of Visit Berkeley.

Games of Berkeley | Downtown Berkeley

Year-round gaming events and a wide variety of games make this one-stop destination a must-visit gaming destination in the East Bay. Expect to find everything from Monopoly to Minecraft. You can join a table to play Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer 40,000 and more. Whatever you fancy, you’ll find it here. Games of Berkeley is also the home to a fantastic annual tabletop game convention in July. Check here for more information. Take BART to Downtown Berkeley to shop and play 0.8 miles away at 2510 Durant Ave.

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