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Flights Of Fantasy Book & Games
381 Sand Creek Rd, Albany, NY 12205, United States
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Flights Of Fantasy Book & Games
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Da
Review №1

Awesome place very relax and chill an awesome lgs

Da
Review №2

The best store ever! Dave is the GOAT. The best customer service Ive ever had and the funniest dude this side of the Hudson.

Se
Review №3

What an amazing store. They had the largest selection of Fantasy and Sci-fi books Ive ever seen in one location. They had paperbacks, hardcovers, and even a section of autographed books. I liked that they also had gaming space for TCGs and role playing games. They had an amazing table with an acrylic top that had dice around the edge and Magic packs inside.

Ry
Review №4

I was very impressed by their selection of both games and used books. I bought a big armful of used books, some of which Ive been trying to find for a while, and it didnt break the bank. The staff was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. Please do what you can to support this and other businesses like it during the pandemic. This one in particular definitely deserves it.

Ma
Review №5

Alex was very friendly and helpful in giving me a tour of the store and in our conversations. He showed me where all the books were by category and author. They have a lot of great sales on used books right now that you should check out. We also talked about Warhammer, Pathfinder, D&D, etc. Recommend you check it out for books and tabletop games, and his knowledge was much appreciated.

Ab
Review №6

Best place around for magic enthusiasts

Ge
Review №7

Great store with a variety of miniatures, books, and cards. I always look through the dump bins because they contain many cards that people over look! While the store contains different miniatures they could expand their offerings. The common area had a space to play card or board games and the store also offers unique custom cards. I had a great time here, and getting started in the Magic the Gathering community. Would recommend for anyone.

Wa
Review №8

Excellent customer service. Very knowledgeable and a pleasant experience. I love this store

Ti
Review №9

This is my favorite place to shop. I appreciate the FIV positive cat home and the selection of used RPG materials to round out sets. It is also the only place to go to look for that hard to find Sci-Fi/Fantasy book. The staff is always friendly and helpful. They have spare no effort in making sure I leave satisfied

Sa
Review №10

The store is inconspicuous from the outside. Without Google Maps to notify me that I had arrived, I would not have guessed as such. However, I have to admit this place is a treasure trove of books, specifically from the Sci Fi and Fantasy genre. So if you are looking more for romance novels or non fiction or even the childrens section, this might not be your spot. However, the store compensates by having tons of used books from all the sub genres in sci fi. You definitely get a strong sense of 80s or 90s nostalgia, even early 2000s, by looking at all their collected titles. The only area where the store owner can improve upon is in the organisation. If you are looking for a very specific title or author, tracking it down can be quite daunting. There are no good organisational cues to guide you towards what you are looking for. However, if you are a book lover, this is definitely a place worth supporting and rewarding to visit.

L.
Review №11

Love how it is open and peaceful. I love seeing the cats it makes me feel welcome. The bins is a nice new way of selling cards good if you don’t have an idea of what to get. Sometimes the workers aren’t that nice but still recommend the place.

Jo
Review №12

GREAT book store with many used, out of print copies. The owner goes the extra mile to hunt down titles for you even if she doesnt have it in stock. Brand new books as well but this store really serves the used book community best. Also a great gaming store as well for Dungeons & Dragons. It has all the books, miniatures, tiles and maps youd ever need as well as a decent dice selection. Give them a try.

Be
Review №13

We love Maria and her staff!! One of the best stores around for gaming and books.

Sh
Review №14

Ive been here many times over the years. Sadly they are closing tomorrow.

Ro
Review №15

My childhood in a room - always have shopped here for magic cards, I love going through the dump bins for their 10 cent cards, Ive built entire decks out of those bins. The store cats are icing on the cake too!

Be
Review №16

Excellent and complete inventory, although not the greatest organizational scheme - books are sometimes unnecessarily intermixed with games

Br
Review №17

Super friendly staff and Bob the cat said hello as well. Its very much oriented towards Warhammer + MTG + D&D. The used books are like a treasure trove of ideas for your own homebrews. Theres miniatures + painting supplies and scheduled miniature painting tutorials.

Ye
Review №18

I walked in looking to get a Magic The Gathering starter deck for my friend after being denied one at Zombie Planet and the employee gave me three! Also he informed me of many things about the game I did not know myself. This was a very pleasant experience and I plan to return.

Co
Review №19

A great local game shop.I have been there a few times for Friday night magic and had a great time drafting.I recommend checking it out!

Ed
Review №20

I have been both a customer and close friend of Maria Perry, the owner, since the 80s. She has a fantastic inventory of science fiction, fantasy, mystery and horror books of all kinds. Highly recommended!

Ji
Review №21

Our Pathfinder Adventure Card Game group had a GREAT time. Thank you ! Sir James & Tyler are very helpful and friendly. On a summer night, this game store was just right. Not too hot, nor to cold (A/C). (Some places in the summer are FREEZING with the a/c.) You should SEE what this game store has !

Ma
Review №22

The BEST fantasy/science fiction used book selection i’ve ever seen. TONS of d&d and mtg stuff: cards, dice, minis, etc. really friendly staff. what an awesome place!!

Da
Review №23

I dont know what I can contribute to the reputation of Flights of Fantasy. It is the ultimate hole in the wall, but at the same time an absolute local icon which has been there for, what, decades now? I go primarily for the Sci-Fi book selection, both used and new, which is Tardis-like in its ability to contain more than it seems like the store is capable of. My kids were with me last time, and found an MTG Guild Kit that apparently youre not supposed to be able to get outside of some big set, and they were ecstatic. Its nerdvana!

To
Review №24

Had exactly what I was looking for. Great selection of 5E and Pathfinder books and other games as well. The guy working was really helpful and showed me some stuff about 5E I didnt know.

Re
Review №25

I got my start here as a writer. Maria is awesome and the selection of books is staggering. Also, they shelter FIV positive cats. Give Bob a hello when you stop by.

Ni
Review №26

I love digging through the dime card boxes. And petting the cat

Ma
Review №27

Any collectible 1 is looking for they have it. Pleasant staff and reasonable prices. They also have gaming (card) tourneys weekly.

Tr
Review №28

Love this place. Only get to go there about once a year, when I visit family in town. Lots and lots of piles of Magic the Gathering single cards, lots of books, decent selection of board games, and Warhammer minis.Plus, HOUSE CAT!

dy
Review №29

Awesome shop great knowledge went there for a buddys birthday present and staff was great !!!! Thanks guys

Ei
Review №30

My favorite game store in the Capital Region. Great staff, very helpful and knowledgeable. They never disappoint, I can always find something I know my son will really enjoy.

Da
Review №31

Great local hobby shop and book store. Quiet and off the beaten path, has a family store vibe more than a commercial one. My go-to spot. Offer membership and military discounts, as well as frequent sales.

Pa
Review №32

Great spot for nerds. Best used book selection in albany and a ton of magic/warhammer stuff.

De
Review №33

There was some kid in there completely disrespectful and cocky to the novice customers. I also heard him to tell the woman working (who was very nice) to go do her job while he was going to eat get pizza. My friends took me there to get me something for my birthday, and the gentleman in there made it so uncomfortable for me and my 6 year old special needs child, we decided to tell my friends dont spend their money here and we decided to wait outside because i didnt even want to be in the same building with him.The date was 9/13/17 around 5pm...

Ad
Review №34

Fantastic local seller of games and books. Great selection of new and used books and games. Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful staff. Plus Bob the cat.

Ji
Review №35

Its a nice quaint store, I went in the other night to check it out. They were running a MTG tournament, absolutely lovely experience. I personally dont play but the atmosphere was geeky and fun.Docked a point here though because Im more of a Pokemon TCG player myself, and the selection here was more oriented towards MTG, Yu Gi Oh, DnD, and Warhammer 40k.

Da
Review №36

Great selection of sci-fi fantasy and fiction books. Awesome collection of games and miniatures. Two cool store cats as well

Ab
Review №37

Super helpful staff, theyre super friendly and theres a cat that greets you when you walk in. I went in specifically to find a card game that they didnt end up having in stock, however the employee there looked up the closest location and made sure to give me all of the information he could. What more could you ask for?

Er
Review №38

Great gaming store, tons of MTG products and tabletop gaming accessories. Large used book section at great prices, as well.

Ed
Review №39

Oldest game store Im the area. Great books easy parking ask Maria about a book she will know.

Ma
Review №40

Good store. A large selection of used SF&F. Great selection of new books also.

An
Review №41

The organization could use some work, but the selection was bafflingly large and everyone there was nice.

Gn
Review №42

Great place to find magic: the gathering, D&D, WH40K, and of course TONS of great science fiction/fantasy books!!

Ch
Review №43

Huge book selection, D&D campaigns in the middle of the store, and passionate staff. Great hidden gem.

Ja
Review №44

A great book store and great for ccgs

An
Review №45

Excellent selection for great sci-fi fantasy books. Not cheap though... But what is

Pa
Review №46

Great selection of TCG and CCG stuff. Excellent collection of New and used books. The staff and the cats are great.

Hu
Review №47

Great customer service. Dave was very helpful!

Mr
Review №48

Decent selection of games. Nice discount rack. Lots of MTG! Watch out for the cat piss though.

Li
Review №49

Very biased rating. I know the owner, Maria, who keeps me up to date with authors books I like, special orders books she doesnt carry, and keeps cats in the store. Bob Twos place is on the counter, where he is sure to get admiration and scritchins from patrons. In general, the staff is friendly, willing to keep anybody up to date on authors, special order books and games, and more than happy to let you scritch the cats. The store also does a lot of business in gaming, specializing in collectables.

ad
Review №50

Three of my fave things in one place...cats, fantasy books, and MTG cards to sort through! The staff are very friendly and welcoming.

Se
Review №51

Really nice and clean place. Very friendly.

Co
Review №52

Plenty of Tabletop RPG books, both old and new.

Ta
Review №53

Im not into MTG, but they have plenty of Scifi and Fantasy books, as well as tabletop games. The store has a lot of whatever it is your looking for, and I felt like I could ask for help, something I dont always feel walking into a specialty store. Will come again next time I need to get something for DnD.

Ak
Review №54

The store is great I go here every Saturday for my pathfinder group to meet up. The staff is nice and helpful, so are the customers themselves. Everyone knows what they are talking about, you can almost always find what you need. Everyone is so kind. Theres so many books great selections of rpg tools, and cards for other games. Tables to play on, and the employes dont mind you staying as long as you need for a session.We stained a game mat once and lotd of people came toghter to lend us makers the right ones, help us clean it, and teach us the difference between wet and dry erase markers. Never have i felt better in a store like this. Its such a welcoming place. Makes me look forward to every Saturday. When I get to go to the wonderful store with wonderful people.

Ch
Review №55

Best book and game store

Ka
Review №56

Amazing selection of fantasy genre books and models

Rh
Review №57

Awesome selection of board games, cards and books. Oh and kitties!

Ha
Review №58

Friendly gaming. Furry kitties. Lots of books.

Ja
Review №59

Its like a hoarded house full of everything Ive ever wanted to read instead of garbage and cats. Theres a Lovecraft shelf, Edward Gorey, Esoteric titles...every game you can think of if thats your thing...the price of used books is very fair and you can find some rarities here for way less than youll find them online...if you can find them at all.

Sa
Review №60

Good store, has a wide variety of books and games, did not have a lot of dungeons and dragons stuff but overall it was good

Do
Review №61

Awesome gaming and bookstore. Unique and uncommon games.

tg
Review №62

Sat in the parking lot for ten minutes and left, whomever is supposed to open the store at 11 never showed up.

Di
Review №63

Not interested how did yoy fet on my phone we never lut you on here

Da
Review №64

Always a good time! Friendly employees and a fantastic place to purchase board games, card games, DND books/dice and other geeky supplies.

Pa
Review №65

Good selection and plenty of options and opportunities.

Wa
Review №66

A true neighborhood friendly gaming and bookstore. Always a new game, new book, or new person to play against to find.

Ke
Review №67

Relaxed atmosphere and open tables to play edh.

Be
Review №68

My kinda bookstore. Loved it.

Pi
Review №69

Great store very helpful staff and selection.

Ra
Review №70

My favorite card game store to go to!

Ch
Review №71

The place to go for SF and fantasy books in the Capital District. Also a center for gaming, with games going on throughout the day.

da
Review №72

Went to Zombie Planet and the service and selection was eh, Hoping to find more stuff here and looking forward to stopping in as a new MTG player

Du
Review №73

Always very helpful very knowledgeable

Ja
Review №74

Stopped here while road tripping. this place is a gem

Mi
Review №75

The place seems a little cramped, but thats because of all the variety it stocks. There are several gaming tables for guests to use.

Je
Review №76

Fun family-friendly place

Ti
Review №77

Books games great staff

Li
Review №78

Lots of great books and games and accessories

Em
Review №79

Great

Ib
Review №80

A great selection and inventory.

Ja
Review №81

Always a good environment for books, games, and people.

Jo
Review №82

Wonderful staff, great selection.

Or
Review №83

Customer service is excellent!

El
Review №84

Fantastic book selection

Re
Review №85

Yep this is a ±10 /±10 with AWESOME!!!.

Li
Review №86

Awesome nerdy fun

Sh
Review №87

They can find any book you want.

Ja
Review №88

Moderate rating for a moderate store.

Di
Review №89

Great customer service

Da
Review №90

Very friendly owners with a huge collection!

Ro
Review №91

Nice folks.

Ch
Review №92

Has what I want when I get there.

Fr
Review №93

Awesome book selection

Ja
Review №94

Lots of books and gaming stuff.

Ki
Review №95

Tons of books and games!

sh
Review №96

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  • Address:381 Sand Creek Rd, Albany, NY 12205, United States
  • Site:http://flightsoffantasyny.com/
  • Phone:+1 518-435-9337
Categories
  • Book store
  • Game store
  • Rare book store
  • Used book store
Working hours
  • Monday:12–6PM
  • Tuesday:12–6PM
  • Wednesday:12–6PM
  • Thursday:12–6PM
  • Friday:12–6PM
  • Saturday:12–6PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • In-store pickup:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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