Game Knights — Local services in Shepherdstown

Excellent store with a friendly owner, hosts all sorts of different board games and ttrpgs (avoiding the all too common issue of only really catering to one hobby as seen at many other local game stores).

Like other stores of this type it does have a backroom where groups can play. Snacks and drinks are available and reasonably priced for the kind of location. The play area itself is clean, convenient, and secluded enough from the store for a good atmosphere (and even includes a rental option for a purpose built gaming table [which includes a number of minis and terrain pieces as a communal supply]).

Even if you don't bring a game the owner does have a shelf of games for general use by anyone who comes in. Beyond a few larger events for big ticket sellers like Warhammer I have never seen it crowded. Overall quite cozy.

Hours are also accommodating of a working schedule, with the store open until about 8 or 9 most nights.

If a game you're looking for isn't in stock the owner is generally willing to...

My wife and I have been coming here since February. Thanks to this shop's presence in the eastern panhandle I've been able to cultivate a love of board games, card games, and TCGs. I can honestly say this is the richest hobby I've ever had the pleasure of experiencing, and we've made wonderful friends along the way. I can't thank the shop owners Rudy and Laura enough. Support your local business , stop by and pick up a board game, card game, minis, paints, TTRPG books, or booster packs for your hobby. You won't be...

Incredible place with kind staff and a wonderful, cozy esc feeling when walking into the establishment. Very comfortable place to host games, participate in events, and meet fellow nerds alike! Owner is a polite dude with a great selection of games. It’s always nice to support your local small businesses so I highly recommend! Very cool place, cooler people who run it. They have all sorts of cool little board games, miniatures for table tops, and event nights scattered...