Alternate Universes Holmes is a family-owned game store with three locations in the greater Philadelphia area, as well as an online store. The store specializes in trading card games, miniatures games, board games, Dungeons & Dragons, and more. Each location has a retail space stocked with games and gaming accessories, as well as a play area for free open play anytime the store is open.
The store holds regular weekly tournaments for Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh, and Pokemon, as well as bigger special events every month. Customers praise the store's fair prices, fun events, and welcoming community. The staff is generally described as helpful and friendly, going above and beyond to assist customers. While one rude employee has been mentioned, the overall customer experience is positive, with many customers visiting the store multiple times a week.
Great new location and very friendly staff. Always a great experience here.
August 2026
the new store is really cool, the staff and patrons are very friendly too
July 2026
Absolutely love the new location. ask for Ben, he's super informed about the current state of the games we love to play. I legit stood and geeked out with Shane for 30 minutes about nothing but MTG. I think I've found my new gaming home. 💯
