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February 2024 by Nevan Yarrow
My entire gaming collection is from here, my favorite local game store, please visit they're the best
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January 2024 by Green A.
The staff is rude and unprofessional. instead just buy from EBAY and dont waste your time visiting this store. Best decision you will make
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January 2024 by Serene “NURVZ” Dusk
Just a one star to poke at the owners interesting way of handling one star reviews. What a grand experience long as you give me those 5 stars baby... otherwise, you suck and live with your mom still loser.And he doesn't disappoint with a reply. You are a gem here's five stars.
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December 2023 by Kevin M.
Don't believe those reviews that say they are amazing lol yeah they have a good selection form games, trading cards etc. but they have some attitudes that come with all that also they wanna seem cool af on instagram but they really aren't so ima keep it short f*ck them and they store.
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December 2023 by Waldo
UNFORTUNATELY, it's the only shop in Salinas that carries product. They over price their product when they are in DIRECTLY with distributors. They NEED TO BE SELLING AT MSRP. They do not. They over charge you on every item, give you 50% on trade in, 40% cash value on items but here's the kicker: THEY CHARGE YOU TAXES ON TRADE IN!!! THIS IS BAD BUSINESS. Shame on the owners for becoming 'hype beasts' .
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December 2023 by Timmy Turner’s Dad
I was trying to sell my yugioh cards, but my old cards had no value and One Piece trading cards are rising. Apparently, yugioh is dead in Salinas, but I’m sure the online community is relevant and still ongoing. The Retro sega games on display brought back memories, though!
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December 2023 by Gordon Houtman
awesome! found just what we were looking for! helpful people too!
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December 2023 by Felix Avila
Was visiting from out of town and im always on the look out for good local card shops. This place is definitely a gem. Fair, friendly and knowledgeable. These guys had some of the best prices in and around that area. Me and my son have a decent pokemon collection and recently introduced to DBZ cards, we love their selection and try to stop in as often as we can. I got some of my biggest hits at this store and look forward to coming back next time we are in town.
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November 2023 by Gladys R
Located in Salinas, CA, right next to Northridge Mall. I can only come here every so often since I’m not from the area. The good thing is that they are open everyday but they close super early at 7pm. They have a good selection of Pokémon Cards in binders to look at and purchase and their whole wall behind the register is all sealed product. They also sell video games and consoles and other gaming necessities. However, I am not happy about the way they stare at every little thing I do making me super uncomfortable and causing me to pick out the wrong Pokémon Cards that are not even returnable even though I just made the purchase 2 seconds prior. I understand that they are looking over their items but it was still an uncomfortable feeling. Also, it’s hard to see what I’m purchasing when I look through the binders, because there is a glare from the lighting and sometimes I don’t even know what I’m looking at. But they have all kinds of cards that are potentially helpful for any collector trying to complete their sets which is why I like looking at their cards whenever I am in the area.
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November 2023 by Ringa Bell
Very ok. It went from games to pops and now it's mostly cards. Good place to maybe sell something for a pack of cardsEdit: gave it another star for reading other reviews. If you want a slightly better look at the business go to yelp
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November 2023 by David Cardenas
Your one stop shop for everything TCGs, Pokémon, retro gaming, and modern gaming related. Swing on by and Aaron aka Compa will hook you up with the best prices you’ll find anywhere. Or if you’re looking to sell anything gaming related or trading cards Compa is there to buy for good prices.
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November 2023 by Jaime Salas
"? Looking for the ultimate destination to score the best deals on Pokémon cards and games? Look no further than Control Games! ? Not only do they offer the most competitive prices, but the folks there, including the incredible owner, Compa, are absolute legends! ? From rare cards to the latest releases, you'll find it all at Control Games. Don't miss out on this gaming paradise! My favorite place in all Salinas. #ControlGames #PokemonCards #GamingHeaven"
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October 2023 by Marco C.
DONT BUY OR SELL HERE!!!!! Went in to sell some games and they lowballed me thinking I didn't know what anything was worth. Wanted to give me less that half of market value. I understand trying to profit but this is absurd. A game the goes for 85-100 depending on condition. Told me 35 cash or 40 store credit. Since he's the the only game store in the are besides GameStop. I feel like he has an ego about over pricing and under paying for games that people sell to him. NEVER GO HERE IF YOU WANT SOLID DEALS!!!!!! Your better Off hunting for good prices on eBay or mercari.
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September 2023 by Patti J S
Disappointed that this has become just another store for Magic, and not miniature wargaming. No paints, flocking, figures, strategy games. A real let down.
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September 2023 by Michael Mowery
Love this store nice people and good deals I've only had one problem with a unfair price with a pokemon card but that's it ?
