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| Monday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 6 PM |
About Throwback Gamez
Throwback Gamez is a card shop located in Oceanside, California. Throwback Gamez is an Oceanside buy, sell and trade shop focused on new and retro video games and consoles that also stocks Pokémon cards. Opened in 2020 and unrelated to an earlier game store at the same spot, it carries retro gaming collectibles, action figures and Funko Pops too. Google reviewers most often mention its retro games, Pokémon cards and friendly staff. Throwback Gamez is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.7 stars from 288 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for PSA- and BGS-graded slabs, Pokémon singles, Magic: The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh, local card shops like Throwback Gamez in Oceanside are the heart of the California hobby community. Visit Throwback Gamez online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Throwback Gamez at a glance
- Ranked #2 of 3 rated card shops in Oceanside by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews.
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (10 AM to 8 PM) · Open Sundays (11 AM to 6 PM).
- The nearest other card shop is Coastal Sports Cards & Collectibles in Carlsbad, 0.9 mi away.
- Carries: Trading cards.
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Throwback Gamez reviews
Is Throwback Gamez well reviewed?
Throwback Gamez has a 4.7-star average from 288 Google reviews. That ranks #2 of 3 rated card shops in Oceanside once the number of reviews is taken into account. The average for the 3 rated card shops in Oceanside is 4.7 stars, so Throwback Gamez is about the same as the local average. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about Throwback Gamez
Where is Throwback Gamez located?
Throwback Gamez is located in Oceanside, California at 509 Vista Way.
What should I expect at Throwback Gamez?
Throwback Gamez is a local card shop in Oceanside, California. Expect a rotating inventory of singles, sealed wax, and graded cards, plus the kind of knowledgeable, personal service the hobby community relies on.
When is Throwback Gamez open?
Throwback Gamez's listed hours are: Monday 11 AM to 8 PM; Tuesday 11 AM to 8 PM; Wednesday 11 AM to 8 PM; Thursday 11 AM to 8 PM; Friday 11 AM to 8 PM; Saturday 10 AM to 8 PM; Sunday 11 AM to 6 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near Throwback Gamez?
The closest are Coastal Sports Cards & Collectibles in Carlsbad (0.9 mi), Cards N Hobby SD in Oceanside (1.2 mi), Project Midnite in Carlsbad (1.5 mi).
Card Shops near Throwback Gamez
The closest other card shops to Throwback Gamez, by distance:
Coastal Sports Cards & Collectibles
Cards N Hobby SD
Project Midnite
Wise Wolf Gaming
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