Games by James
@gamesbyjames.bsky.social
We're a small family-owned retail company specializing in curating a selection of table top games for all people. Everyone is welcome here.
We're based in Minnesota, and we have 6 locations.
We're based in Minnesota, and we have 6 locations.
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Games by James
@gamesbyjames.bsky.social
· Jan 22
Locations
Mall of America
(952)854-4747
Southdale Center
(952)925-9656
Rosedale Center - @airtraffictoys.bsky.social Combo Store
(651)636-0701
Ridgedale Center - Air Traffic Combo Store
(763)540-1832
Crossroads Center - Air Traffic Combo Store
(320)253-1571
Oakwood Mall
(715)835-3669
Mall of America
(952)854-4747
Southdale Center
(952)925-9656
Rosedale Center - @airtraffictoys.bsky.social Combo Store
(651)636-0701
Ridgedale Center - Air Traffic Combo Store
(763)540-1832
Crossroads Center - Air Traffic Combo Store
(320)253-1571
Oakwood Mall
(715)835-3669
Get ready to have a relaxing stroll on the beach with Sanibel, the latest game from acclaimed Wingspan designer Elizabeth Hargrave.
As you walk along the shore, collect seashells and place them in your bag to earn points in this easy to learn pattern building, tile-placement game.
As you walk along the shore, collect seashells and place them in your bag to earn points in this easy to learn pattern building, tile-placement game.
February 10, 2026 at 11:55 PM
Get ready to have a relaxing stroll on the beach with Sanibel, the latest game from acclaimed Wingspan designer Elizabeth Hargrave.
As you walk along the shore, collect seashells and place them in your bag to earn points in this easy to learn pattern building, tile-placement game.
As you walk along the shore, collect seashells and place them in your bag to earn points in this easy to learn pattern building, tile-placement game.
This month we challenged our customers to guess how many puzzle pieces they thought were in a jar and awarded those with the closest guess, per store, 100 Victory Points. Let's hear it for our winners! 🎉
Congratulations to:
Peter C
Sue H
Minh H
Mel J
Kristin S
Leanne S
Andy V
Eric R
Congratulations to:
Peter C
Sue H
Minh H
Mel J
Kristin S
Leanne S
Andy V
Eric R
January 31, 2026 at 9:34 PM
This month we challenged our customers to guess how many puzzle pieces they thought were in a jar and awarded those with the closest guess, per store, 100 Victory Points. Let's hear it for our winners! 🎉
Congratulations to:
Peter C
Sue H
Minh H
Mel J
Kristin S
Leanne S
Andy V
Eric R
Congratulations to:
Peter C
Sue H
Minh H
Mel J
Kristin S
Leanne S
Andy V
Eric R
The Saint Paul Winter Carnival Puzzle Competition is in full swing!
The first puzzle contest, the 500 piece teams challenge, has completed. But don't forget the 1000 piece teams challenge at 11:15AM and 500 piece teams open contest at 3PM.
Join us tomorrow for even more fun!
The first puzzle contest, the 500 piece teams challenge, has completed. But don't forget the 1000 piece teams challenge at 11:15AM and 500 piece teams open contest at 3PM.
Join us tomorrow for even more fun!
January 24, 2026 at 4:54 PM
The Saint Paul Winter Carnival Puzzle Competition is in full swing!
The first puzzle contest, the 500 piece teams challenge, has completed. But don't forget the 1000 piece teams challenge at 11:15AM and 500 piece teams open contest at 3PM.
Join us tomorrow for even more fun!
The first puzzle contest, the 500 piece teams challenge, has completed. But don't forget the 1000 piece teams challenge at 11:15AM and 500 piece teams open contest at 3PM.
Join us tomorrow for even more fun!
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers Trick-Taking Game is now available at Games By James.
Whether you've played the Fellowship of the Ring Trick-Taking Game or not, take on the roles of classic characters and play through the story of the Two Towers in this cooperative trick taking game!
Whether you've played the Fellowship of the Ring Trick-Taking Game or not, take on the roles of classic characters and play through the story of the Two Towers in this cooperative trick taking game!
January 19, 2026 at 9:12 PM
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers Trick-Taking Game is now available at Games By James.
Whether you've played the Fellowship of the Ring Trick-Taking Game or not, take on the roles of classic characters and play through the story of the Two Towers in this cooperative trick taking game!
Whether you've played the Fellowship of the Ring Trick-Taking Game or not, take on the roles of classic characters and play through the story of the Two Towers in this cooperative trick taking game!
Looking for something to do while stuck at home during these cold winter months?
Games By James offers a number of book nooks and shelf displays by Handscraft and Rolife. The perfect crafty activity to work on at home with a warm drink of your choice!
Games By James offers a number of book nooks and shelf displays by Handscraft and Rolife. The perfect crafty activity to work on at home with a warm drink of your choice!
January 11, 2026 at 11:24 PM
Looking for something to do while stuck at home during these cold winter months?
Games By James offers a number of book nooks and shelf displays by Handscraft and Rolife. The perfect crafty activity to work on at home with a warm drink of your choice!
Games By James offers a number of book nooks and shelf displays by Handscraft and Rolife. The perfect crafty activity to work on at home with a warm drink of your choice!
Did you know January is National Puzzle Month?
In honor of this, Games by James will be offering a buy two get one deal on all PuzzleTwist and Maynard's Signature Series brand puzzles through 1/23/26.
Stop by your local Games By James and take advantage of this puzzling deal!
In honor of this, Games by James will be offering a buy two get one deal on all PuzzleTwist and Maynard's Signature Series brand puzzles through 1/23/26.
Stop by your local Games By James and take advantage of this puzzling deal!
January 5, 2026 at 8:17 PM
Did you know January is National Puzzle Month?
In honor of this, Games by James will be offering a buy two get one deal on all PuzzleTwist and Maynard's Signature Series brand puzzles through 1/23/26.
Stop by your local Games By James and take advantage of this puzzling deal!
In honor of this, Games by James will be offering a buy two get one deal on all PuzzleTwist and Maynard's Signature Series brand puzzles through 1/23/26.
Stop by your local Games By James and take advantage of this puzzling deal!
Our annual end of year sale is upon us!
From now until January 4th (1/4/26), all items in store with a green sticker will qualify for this buy two get one sale. Stop by your local Games By James and stock up on games to play in the new year!
From now until January 4th (1/4/26), all items in store with a green sticker will qualify for this buy two get one sale. Stop by your local Games By James and stock up on games to play in the new year!
December 27, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Our annual end of year sale is upon us!
From now until January 4th (1/4/26), all items in store with a green sticker will qualify for this buy two get one sale. Stop by your local Games By James and stock up on games to play in the new year!
From now until January 4th (1/4/26), all items in store with a green sticker will qualify for this buy two get one sale. Stop by your local Games By James and stock up on games to play in the new year!
Times up, the holidays are here! Are you prepared to entertain your friends and family?
If not, stop in to your local Games By James and check out these small box party games the whole family can enjoy. Perfect for large groups of gamers and non-gamers alike.
If not, stop in to your local Games By James and check out these small box party games the whole family can enjoy. Perfect for large groups of gamers and non-gamers alike.
December 24, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Times up, the holidays are here! Are you prepared to entertain your friends and family?
If not, stop in to your local Games By James and check out these small box party games the whole family can enjoy. Perfect for large groups of gamers and non-gamers alike.
If not, stop in to your local Games By James and check out these small box party games the whole family can enjoy. Perfect for large groups of gamers and non-gamers alike.
From now until Dec 24th, purchase $60 worth of Blue Orange product and receive a free copy of Giant Kingdomino!
Blue Orange offers a wide variety of games, including games to appeal to everyone from kids, to families, to the strategy gamer.
Blue Orange offers a wide variety of games, including games to appeal to everyone from kids, to families, to the strategy gamer.
December 20, 2025 at 1:37 AM
From now until Dec 24th, purchase $60 worth of Blue Orange product and receive a free copy of Giant Kingdomino!
Blue Orange offers a wide variety of games, including games to appeal to everyone from kids, to families, to the strategy gamer.
Blue Orange offers a wide variety of games, including games to appeal to everyone from kids, to families, to the strategy gamer.
Need a last minute gift for a loved one? Check out these two newly released PuzzleTwist Holiday Puzzle Derby puzzles.
Because they come pre-wrapped, they make for a perfect last minute pick up for the Holidays. And on top of that, $5 of your purchase goes on to support Second Harvest Heartland.
Because they come pre-wrapped, they make for a perfect last minute pick up for the Holidays. And on top of that, $5 of your purchase goes on to support Second Harvest Heartland.
December 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Need a last minute gift for a loved one? Check out these two newly released PuzzleTwist Holiday Puzzle Derby puzzles.
Because they come pre-wrapped, they make for a perfect last minute pick up for the Holidays. And on top of that, $5 of your purchase goes on to support Second Harvest Heartland.
Because they come pre-wrapped, they make for a perfect last minute pick up for the Holidays. And on top of that, $5 of your purchase goes on to support Second Harvest Heartland.
Games By James is proud to partner with Toys for Tots this Holiday season. Stop by one of our locations any time from now until December 15th to make a donation of toys and/or games intended for children 14 and under.
December 7, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Games By James is proud to partner with Toys for Tots this Holiday season. Stop by one of our locations any time from now until December 15th to make a donation of toys and/or games intended for children 14 and under.
The holidays are around the corner, so race on over to Games By James and check out one of the best recent strategy games for high player counts.
Manage your hand of cards and use your heat wisely to eke out advantage in Heat: Pedal to the Metal, a deck building and racing game for 1-6 players.
Manage your hand of cards and use your heat wisely to eke out advantage in Heat: Pedal to the Metal, a deck building and racing game for 1-6 players.
December 2, 2025 at 10:14 PM
The holidays are around the corner, so race on over to Games By James and check out one of the best recent strategy games for high player counts.
Manage your hand of cards and use your heat wisely to eke out advantage in Heat: Pedal to the Metal, a deck building and racing game for 1-6 players.
Manage your hand of cards and use your heat wisely to eke out advantage in Heat: Pedal to the Metal, a deck building and racing game for 1-6 players.
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Today is an awesome day to celebrate your favorite local businesses. (Like your FLGS!) If you're out and about, explore your community's bakeries, coffee shops, book stores, and more. #ShopSmall #SmallBusinessSaturday
November 29, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Today is an awesome day to celebrate your favorite local businesses. (Like your FLGS!) If you're out and about, explore your community's bakeries, coffee shops, book stores, and more. #ShopSmall #SmallBusinessSaturday
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Friendly Reminder, we've got a Meet & Greet coming up at @gamesbyjames.bsky.social in Mall of America in 1 Week!
www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
MEET & GREET: War and Aether - Games By James, Mall of America | ZG Studios
ZG Studios is having another Meet & Greet at Games By James in the Mall of America of Bloomington! Stop by any time between 12:00PM and 2:00PM to meet the creator, ask questions, and get a signed copy...
www.zgstudios.net
November 29, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Friendly Reminder, we've got a Meet & Greet coming up at @gamesbyjames.bsky.social in Mall of America in 1 Week!
www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
The results are in: Spirit Island, Magical Kitties Save the Day!, and Secret Identity have won our prestigious game of the year awards for 2025. As voted by you, our customers!
Spirit Island - Best Strategy Game
Magical Kitties Save the Day! - Best Family Game
Secret Identity - Best Party Game
Spirit Island - Best Strategy Game
Magical Kitties Save the Day! - Best Family Game
Secret Identity - Best Party Game
November 28, 2025 at 2:54 PM
The results are in: Spirit Island, Magical Kitties Save the Day!, and Secret Identity have won our prestigious game of the year awards for 2025. As voted by you, our customers!
Spirit Island - Best Strategy Game
Magical Kitties Save the Day! - Best Family Game
Secret Identity - Best Party Game
Spirit Island - Best Strategy Game
Magical Kitties Save the Day! - Best Family Game
Secret Identity - Best Party Game
Doing some Holiday shopping early this year? Stop by any of our Games By James or Air Traffic locations from today through Sunday, 11/30/25, and receive a free gift from us with a qualifying purchase, while supplies last.
November 21, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Doing some Holiday shopping early this year? Stop by any of our Games By James or Air Traffic locations from today through Sunday, 11/30/25, and receive a free gift from us with a qualifying purchase, while supplies last.
Don't forget, our casual Ticket to Ride tournament tomorrow, 11/18, at 6:00pm at our Southdale store location in Edina. For this free event, everyone will take home a fun package of alternate color promotional trains for their personal game. Winner receives all four!
Hope to see you there!
Hope to see you there!
November 18, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Don't forget, our casual Ticket to Ride tournament tomorrow, 11/18, at 6:00pm at our Southdale store location in Edina. For this free event, everyone will take home a fun package of alternate color promotional trains for their personal game. Winner receives all four!
Hope to see you there!
Hope to see you there!
Fan of Ticket to Ride? Join us at our Southdale location's event space at 6:00pm on Tuesday 11/18/25 for a casual Ticket to Ride tournament and some Ticket to Ride goodies! Players will get a promotional train set to keep, with the winner receiving all four.
Players of all skill levels welcome!
Players of all skill levels welcome!
November 7, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Fan of Ticket to Ride? Join us at our Southdale location's event space at 6:00pm on Tuesday 11/18/25 for a casual Ticket to Ride tournament and some Ticket to Ride goodies! Players will get a promotional train set to keep, with the winner receiving all four.
Players of all skill levels welcome!
Players of all skill levels welcome!
Don't forget, War and Aether Meet and Greet coming up THIS SATURDAY at the Games by James Mall of America at noon!
Friendly Reminder, we've got a Meet & Greet at Mall of America in @gamesbyjames.bsky.social in 1 Week!
Learn More At: www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
Learn More At: www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
MEET & GREET: War and Aether - Games By James, Mall of America | ZG Studios
ZG Studios is having a Meet & Greet event at Games By James in the Mall of America of Bloomington! Stop by any time between 12:00PM and 2:00PM to meet the creator, ask questions, and get a signed copy...
www.zgstudios.net
October 30, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Don't forget, War and Aether Meet and Greet coming up THIS SATURDAY at the Games by James Mall of America at noon!
Last minute change of plans! Instead of our regular 6:00 D&D campaign, this Wednesday 10/29 we will be hosting a special s p o o k y Call of Cthulhu one-shot session! Call our Ridgedale Center location at 763-540-1832 or check gamesbyjames.com/events.php for additional details.
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October 25, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Last minute change of plans! Instead of our regular 6:00 D&D campaign, this Wednesday 10/29 we will be hosting a special s p o o k y Call of Cthulhu one-shot session! Call our Ridgedale Center location at 763-540-1832 or check gamesbyjames.com/events.php for additional details.
We just got in Queen Swarm from MindWare! It's a family-friendly 2-player abstract strategy game about controlling the beehive. Stop by and play a demo game, then pick up your copy!
October 23, 2025 at 11:50 PM
We just got in Queen Swarm from MindWare! It's a family-friendly 2-player abstract strategy game about controlling the beehive. Stop by and play a demo game, then pick up your copy!
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We've got TWO new Meet & Greet Events coming up at @gamesbyjames.bsky.social in the Mall of America! Set your schedules and stop on by!
November 1st: www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
December 6th: www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
November 1st: www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
December 6th: www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
MEET & GREET: War and Aether - Games By James, Mall of America | ZG Studios
ZG Studios is having a Meet & Greet event at Games By James in the Mall of America of Bloomington! Stop by any time between 12:00PM and 2:00PM to meet the creator, ask questions, and get a signed copy...
www.zgstudios.net
October 14, 2025 at 4:39 PM
We've got TWO new Meet & Greet Events coming up at @gamesbyjames.bsky.social in the Mall of America! Set your schedules and stop on by!
November 1st: www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
December 6th: www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
November 1st: www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
December 6th: www.zgstudios.net/event-detail...
Trick or Treat! This October, stop into your favorite Games by James and pull a spinner for your chance at up to 250 Victory Points! Find more information in our newsletter: gamesbyjames.com/newsletter.p...
October 11, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Trick or Treat! This October, stop into your favorite Games by James and pull a spinner for your chance at up to 250 Victory Points! Find more information in our newsletter: gamesbyjames.com/newsletter.p...
Just confirmed! Dave Beck and Abe Burson, co-designers of @paverson.bsky.social's newest title, Luthier, will be at Games by James at the Mall of America THIS SATURDAY 10/11 to sign copies of their game! Dave will also sign copies of his 2023 game, Distilled. Hope to see you there!
October 7, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Just confirmed! Dave Beck and Abe Burson, co-designers of @paverson.bsky.social's newest title, Luthier, will be at Games by James at the Mall of America THIS SATURDAY 10/11 to sign copies of their game! Dave will also sign copies of his 2023 game, Distilled. Hope to see you there!
It's time to vote! Now through Sunday, October 19, any walk-in customer can request a ballot and vote for the Games by James Top Games Awards. Stop by your local Games by James, and make your voice heard!
October 4, 2025 at 5:40 PM
It's time to vote! Now through Sunday, October 19, any walk-in customer can request a ballot and vote for the Games by James Top Games Awards. Stop by your local Games by James, and make your voice heard!