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| Monday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
About Only Gamez
Only Gamez is a card shop located in Vernon Hills, Illinois. Only Gamez, in Vernon Hills' Hawthorn Mall, sells Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh! sealed product, singles and collectibles, and also ships orders to online buyers. Google reviewers most often mention its staff and friendly owners, and some point to its trade nights, tournaments and Gundam stock. Only Gamez is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.6 stars from 55 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for rare inserts and parallels, vintage wax and modern singles, sports card rookies, local card shops like Only Gamez in Vernon Hills are the heart of the Illinois hobby community. Visit Only Gamez online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
Only Gamez at a glance
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (11:00 AM – 8:00 PM) · Open Sundays (11:00 AM – 6:00 PM).
- The nearest other card shop is Chicagoland Sports Cards in Buffalo Grove, 7.1 mi away.
- Carries: Yu-Gi-Oh, Trading cards.
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Only Gamez reviews
Is Only Gamez well reviewed?
Only Gamez has a 4.6-star average from 55 Google reviews. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about Only Gamez
Where is Only Gamez located?
Only Gamez is located in Vernon Hills, Illinois at 122 Hawthorn Ctr Until 711, Vernon Hills, IL 60061.
What should I expect at Only Gamez?
Only Gamez is a local card shop in Vernon Hills, Illinois. 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 Only Gamez open?
Only Gamez's listed hours are: Monday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near Only Gamez?
The closest are Chicagoland Sports Cards in Buffalo Grove (7.1 mi), Top Issue - Sports cards and Americana. in Deerfield (7.4 mi), Bergie's Sports Card Dugout, Inc. in Highland Park (8.8 mi).
Card Shops near Only Gamez
The closest other card shops to Only Gamez, by distance:
Chicagoland Sports Cards
Top Issue - Sports cards and Americana.
Bergie's Sports Card Dugout, Inc.
State Line Sports Cards
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