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Play the Game Read the Story in Syracuse, NY

4.2 ★★★★☆ 345 Google reviews

Buys collections Magic: The Gathering

Play the Game Read the Story sells trading cards at 689 N Clinton St, Syracuse, NY. It has a 4.2-star rating from 345 Google reviews. Customer reviews or the shop's own website show it carries Magic: The Gathering.

Games carried

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  • Magic: The Gathering

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    “Dude behind the counter seemed happy and excited to answer our questions about MTG since two of us were new to it; he was also knowledgeable.” (Google review)

    Mentioned 3 times in reviews · Listed on the shop's website

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Play the Game Read the Story buys cards, per the shop's website.

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What collectors say

  • Tournaments & events

    “I haven't gone for any other events but the staff is always helpful and the energy is always good.” (Google review)

    Mentioned 2 times in reviews

  • Sealed product

    Mentioned 2 times in reviews

From Google reviews

Went here with 2 friends Friday night for the first time. Woodwork and Brick fascade is cool, the place has a great vibe, and the people at the card tables were all very friendly --smiling and nodding to me if we happened to meet eyes. Everyone was super friendly; players, shoppers, and staff.

★★★★★ Jamie, Mar 2025

I've been to a few card shops in the area, and this one definitely has a different feel. The inventory seemed pretty solid depending on what you're looking for, a good selection of board games, a Warhammer section, and a decent variety overall. What caught me off guard was that there was only one employee working.

★★★★☆ Corey, May 2026

The comic tour rolled into one of my favorite cities SYRACUSE!! Popped on into Play the Game Read the story. Really cool comic store. A ton of back issues!! Stop on by if your in the area nerds!! Enjoy! 👍👍

★★★★★ Andy, May 2021

Very welcoming fair prices and very cool collections of role playing games TCG games as well as a play area comics dice and more. Love the staff.

★★★★★ Crystal, Nov 2025

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