Card shops in Winston-Salem
35 local game stores in Winston-Salem, NC. Each shop page includes hours, address, games supported, FAQs, and what to expect on your visit.
Card shop scene in Winston-Salem
Winston-Salem supports 35 local game stores — enough density that serious competitive players can rotate between shops for FNM, Pokémon League, and Commander night. Check each shop's event schedule to build a weekly play rotation that fits your schedule.
Game coverage in Winston-Salem skews toward MTG (35 shops), Pokémon TCG (35 shops), Yu-Gi-Oh! (31 shops). Most local shops carry the three majors — Magic, Pokémon, and Yu-Gi-Oh — with emerging games like Disney Lorcana and One Piece TCG appearing on an as-demand basis. If a specific game matters to you, call ahead to confirm current stock.
None of the Winston-Salem shops in our directory have verified WPN (Magic) or Pokémon League sanctioning yet. That doesn't mean they don't run tournaments — it means we haven't confirmed official-event status. Call the shop directly to check for weekly sanctioned events.
Community reviews for Winston-Salem shops average 4.51★ — a strong indicator that the city's TCG retail quality is above baseline. Player experience reports consistently well-maintained stores, engaged staff, and current inventory.
Highest-rated shop in Winston-Salem: Keymaster Comics at 5★ across 223 reviews. See the full list below, sorted by rating.
Buying and selling in Winston-Salem: Most Winston-Salem LGS shops accept buylist appointments (bring cards, get cash or store credit). Store credit typically pays ~30% more than cash. For grading drop-off (PSA, CGC, BGS), ask individual shops about bulk-submission programs — some shops reduce per-card fees by 30-50% by batching submissions with other customers.
All 35 card shops in Winston-Salem
Keymaster Comics
Ctrl V Virtual Reality Arcade - Winston-Salem
Wicked Good Wool
The Art SHAC
Retroid Games
Cricket's Nest Craft Shop
Bookmarks
CasaShanti on Trade
The Eclectible Shop
Warhammer
House of Cards
Score More Sports Collectibles
The Card Shop NC
ReCollect
Barnes & Noble
Turn & Burn Hobby & Raceway
Hobby Lobby
The Bookhouse
Hobby Park
McKay's Winston-Salem
Ssalefish Comics
pOpshelf
The Train Loft
Reboot Arcade Bar
Michaels
Ho-b rc park
Lost In Time Antique Mall
GameStop
FYE
GameStop
Chester's Collectibles & Stuff
GameStop
Video Game World
Go! Toys & Games
Arena of Desolation
Frequently asked questions about Winston-Salem card shops
35 card shops are currently in our directory for Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We aggregate from Google Places, Wizards Play Network, and Pokémon Play! APIs. Shop owners can claim listings to add hours, events, and photos.
Rankings depend on what you value — competitive tournament scene, casual Commander community, rare singles availability, or kid-friendly atmosphere. By public ratings, Keymaster Comics leads with 5★ across 223 reviews. Browse the full shop list below to pick based on your play style.
We haven't yet confirmed WPN-sanctioned Magic events in Winston-Salem. Check individual shop pages for event schedules.
No Winston-Salem shops in our directory currently have verified Pokémon League status. This doesn't rule out Pokémon TCG events — shops may run casual-league nights without the official sanction. Call directly to check.
Most Winston-Salem LGS shops accept buylist appointments. Bring your collection in, staff appraises, and you leave with either cash (typically 30-50% of market value) or store credit (typically 50-70% of market value). Large collections warrant a scheduled appraisal — call ahead to avoid long waits.
Most general-purpose LGS in Winston-Salem stock the three majors — Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon TCG, and Yu-Gi-Oh! — plus a rotating selection of emerging TCGs based on local demand. Disney Lorcana and One Piece TCG have grown into widespread pickups since 2023–2024. Check individual shop pages for verified game coverage.
Some shops partner with PSA, CGC, or BGS to batch-submit grading on behalf of customers. The per-card fee through a shop is typically 30-50% lower than direct individual submission. Availability varies; ask each shop directly.