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Odyssey Games Pasadena is a game store in Pasadena, CA.

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Daniel Flanagan
Daniel Flanagan -Local Guide
6 years ago
Game Empire is one incredible store. I'm fairly new to the hobby of miniature painting as well as tabletop gaming. Since I am new I have been searching for a one stop shop for minoature painting supplies and hard to find games. I found plenty...Read More
chanmi chun
chanmi chun -Local Guide
a year ago
This spot is a gem- you can sit and play games for free! Yes, FREE! You just need to give your ID while you play. When you walk in, you are greeted by the super-friendly owner, Al.Plenty of tables in the back and spots on...Read More
taylor tea
taylor tea -Local Guide
2 years ago
I walked in and noticed a new layout for the entire front entry, and I guess things are under new ownership, which is cool. They even opened up the upstairs area which I think was previously inaccessible to the public. New floors, too. There's still...Read More
Zack Larez
Zack Larez -Local Guide
5 years ago
Wonderful Game and RPG Haven, Friendly. The owner is a very warm and friendly guy, as are his staff members. There is a wide assortment of games to buy (and even rent!) And a very large area where rows stay permanently set up for...Read More
Mat Morocco
Mat Morocco
2 years ago
Fantastic owner- extremely knowledgeable of games & helping customer find the right fit. Robert is especially patient helping & assisting customers. Excellent staff, incredible variety of stock: 40K, AoS, etc! Don’t forget to check out the used games collection: S&T, MMP, Gamers. Did I mention...Read More
Manny C
Manny C -Local Guide
6 years ago
The community is great. Chuck has always been good at community building. Customer service is hit and miss. Recently I called to ask about two games. Was qouted a price that I was happy with for sure. Told them I would be down in a...Read More
Michelle
Michelle -Local Guide
3 years ago
Matthew Moncrief
Matthew Moncrief -Local Guide
a month ago
Out of towner who visited for an event. The store has two very different halves. First, the game space was more spacious than normal but had the normal game store "things stacked everywhere" vibe that you either love or hate. The second half was the...Read More
Donaldo Pedro
Donaldo Pedro -Local Guide
4 months ago
I visited during the Bloomburrow pre-release.The host/judge was very charismatic and knowledgeable, the community was very welcoming, and it was good vibes all around.The shop feels spacious and the temperature is perfect.Even with a full house, they were able to accommodate all players and still...Read More
Clara Chia
Clara Chia -Local Guide
2 months ago
Odyssey Games is a good for its purpose - gathering people to play games and have a good time. There are a lot of tables and a lot of chairs. Some chairs need to be replaced. The padding is torn and/or stuffing is coming out.My...Read More
Blake Lopez
Blake Lopez
8 months ago
Nice place, I appreciate having someplace to find D&D groups and hangout with my D&D group for our games.Love the selection of things here and there's so many convenient things you can purchase for whatever system of game you're playing.Consider supporting this business to ensure...Read More
Ben Damir
Ben Damir
6 months ago
Odyssey Games is a great place to buy and play board games, tabletop RPG’s, and Magic: The Gathering. Their Magic events are well organized and run smoothly, and the efforts of a couple of their staff (Vincent and Estaban!) have increased community engagement significantly in...Read More
Matthew Morocco
Matthew Morocco
11 months ago
Simply a fantastic store - the incredible variety of stock; newly published games, older titles, out-of-print SPI, GMT and Avalon Hill titles. Plenty of gaming space. Did I mention the knowledgeable and friendly staff? Need a gift for the gamer in life? Ask the staff...Read More
David Scott
David Scott -Local Guide
5 months ago
I've visited other FLGS options around the country, and every time I come away with the conviction that Odyssey Games is one of - if not the - best I've experienced. I appreciate the friendly staff and the wide selection of board games. They have...Read More
Eddie Peraza
Eddie Peraza -Local Guide
2 years ago
This is a great local shop. The staff is friendly and helpful. The owner is a nice guy who is passionate about gaming. I've been purchasing every D&D 5e alt cover from them since mid-2020, and they always deliver. They also offer a lot of...Read More
Montgomery Allans (Monty)
Montgomery Allans (Monty) -Local Guide
a year ago
I love love love this place in terms of almost all of the employees, the atmosphere, the free dnd tables, the selection, etc. My only complaint is that their selling point for a lot of cards is higher than other places and they don't have...Read More
Jesse Lopez
Jesse Lopez
a year ago
Went here with the family for the first time to check out the place. We borrowed a game, gave the cashier (Alfonzo) my ID to hold while we played. After playing, we decided to purchase a game. Spent several more hours playing. Went to leave...Read More
WormHole Adrift
WormHole Adrift -Local Guide
11 months ago
Boardgame HAVEN for kids and adults as well. Knowledgeable & helpful staff. Games you can rent for $5 & play in their gaming area or browse their extensive collection of games. You can also check their weekely calendar of events and join in on a...Read More
Tracy Wong
Tracy Wong -Local Guide
2 years ago
Great gaming shop with aisles of board games, miniatures, books, sleeves, dice, paints, and other supplies for all your gaming and gaming-hobby needs. Staff is super friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. The store also has tons of gaming space with an active and respectful Discord to...Read More
Nicholas Serenil
Nicholas Serenil -Local Guide
5 years ago
This place is great for board games. The staff is friendly and insightful and always have great recommendations and know the latest about board games coming out. They have a great selection of board games and they have everything Games Workshop as well.It is also...Read More
E.R. Burgess
E.R. Burgess -Local Guide
a year ago
Odyssey Games is faithfully keeping up the amazing standard of Game Empire Pasadena, stocking an exceptional range of titles, types of games, and even a healthy secondhand section. The gaming space is massive, the lists of events are huge, and the store has a nice...Read More
Lena Van
Lena Van -Local Guide
4 years ago
This location used to be the Pasadena Game Empire, and it's really great to see that the location is still a game store.It looks like they did not chance much of the floor plan, all the board games are still in a certain area...Read More
Kris Lee
Kris Lee -Local Guide
4 years ago
Totally the place to go for your gaming needs! They have a great selection of dive, card, and board games. I was able to get my huddle puff dice set for my D&D campaign here! They also offer game nights in the back. The people...Read More
Emissary 1985
Emissary 1985
3 years ago
Good people,Good pricesGreat atmosphere!!This is the best place to come and play games. I was greeted right away and the staff answered all my questions. This is a great place to pick up new and interesting games, and meet new friends. Friday nights and Saturdays...Read More
Robert Mariazeta
Robert Mariazeta -Local Guide
5 years ago
One of the few great board game stores around. I wish I lived closer so I could attend the many events that they host. Their Tuesday newbie night seems incredibly nice and inclusive. I was there randomly to purchase a game and people kindly encouraged...Read More
Ms. Rocha
Ms. Rocha -Local Guide
6 years ago
My favourite game store! Great selection of games. Great location. Great service. They stock so many things! You can usually find something wonderful here.I never really attend their events but I imagine that they're probably great, too.There isn't really a used rack, tho. So lots...Read More
Aaron Johnson (Anytime Stories)
Aaron Johnson (Anytime Stories) -Local Guide
5 years ago
So this place is something quite special to my son and I. Most recently we took my friend and his son and we had a blast. There are plenty of board games to choose from. The staff is also super helpful with recommendations. Whether you're...Read More
Chris Hines
Chris Hines -Local Guide
7 years ago
This store is a paradise fur anyone that likes to play games. Whether you play casually or more competitively, you will definitely find what you are looking for. In addition to a HUGE selection of games bit new and classic, there is a...Read More
Nguyen Le
Nguyen Le
a year ago
I called here the other day to look for a copy of Eldritch Horror. The person who picked up the phone was super nice and helpful. He said he found the game, so I drove nearly 30 miles to get it. It's the closest game...Read More
John Gordon
John Gordon -Local Guide
7 years ago
Clean, well lit, and well stocked, it is everything a game shop should be. Staff is generally friendly, and selection of products is broad enough for most tastes. There is a large selection of board games, with miniature war games and CCGs making up the...Read More
zino unindaz
zino unindaz
5 years ago
This has been the most friendly and welcoming shop in have ever been too. The employees are very helpful and knowledgeable about every product in store, from magic the gathering to dungeons & dragons and further to Warhammer products. Aside all this, the many events...Read More
Johnathan Day
Johnathan Day
a year ago
Went to the store Monday 03-27-23Customer service was not as i expected. Was there 30 minutes, looking around and no one asked if I needed help. I got some used games and went to the check out counter, the clerk was pricing each piece...Read More
Peter Salvia
Peter Salvia -Local Guide
6 years ago
This is one of those special, one of a kind shops that caters to the enthusiast and makes you feel like a kid again all at the same time. It's a great place to find a any boardgame you could ever want to play and...Read More
Ryan mills
Ryan mills -Local Guide
7 years ago
This store is amazing, I love coming to play dungeons and dragons for adventurers league, the staff is always very helpful and friendly. Plenty of room to set up and play table top/tcg/or board games. They do a lot of events like magic the gathering...Read More
Dave Scott
Dave Scott -Local Guide
5 years ago
Game Empire is a great social space for gaming. I love exploring their massive selection of reasonably-priced used games, and every game I've bought used has been in top condition. I've gone here on the occasional Saturday to play one of the available games with...Read More

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