Learn to play at TCG Gremlins

Walk in knowing nothing. Leave knowing how to play.

No deck. No collection. No experience required.

Never been to a card shop?

Yes. This is for you.

You don't need to know the terminology, own anything, have friends who play, or worry about being good enough.

Come in, tell us you're new, and we'll start with the basics.

Choose a game

What sounds fun?

01

Magic: The Gathering

Strategy, creatures, spells, deck building, and many ways to play. Great for customization and social multiplayer.

02

Pokémon

Turn a love of collecting into an actual game. Great for Pokémon fans, families, and younger beginners.

03

Yu-Gi-Oh!

Learn Monsters, Spells, Traps, Summoning, and the flow of a turn one step at a time.

Not sure which one to pick? Come talk to us. You don't have to decide before you visit.

Your first visit

Five simple steps.

  1. Tell us you're new.“I've never played before and I'd like to learn.” That's enough.
  2. We explain the basics.No giant rulebook lecture. Just what you need to begin.
  3. Play a teaching game.Cards on the table make everything easier.
  4. Ask questions.Stop whenever something doesn't make sense.
  5. Choose what comes next.Explore a deck, casual play, or an event—at your pace.

You do not have to buy anything before deciding whether you enjoy the game.

Beginner FAQ

Good questions welcome.

Do I need to buy a deck?

No. Ask us about learning first.

Can I come by myself?

Absolutely.

Do I have to enter a tournament?

No. Casual play and teaching games can come first.

Can I just watch?

Yes. See how games and events work before sitting down.

Ready for your first game?

Just come see
the Gremlins.

You don't need a deck. You don't need experience. You don't need to know anybody here.