BUY | SELL | TRADE
Bring us your old games, anime, manga, and beyond for cash or store credit.
We are very fair with trade-in values!
SMASH MELEE!
DawnStar Smash is our weekly Smash Brothers Melee tournament series held EVERY THURSDAY!
STARCADE
Experience DawnStar's STARCADE! Check out a growing selection of arcade and rhythm games! All of our machines are set to free-play and you can experience them for as long as you like for only $10 Sunday - Friday! Saturday- $15!
View our current list of games.
VIDEO GAMES
We specialize in retro games but carry new games as well! Come browse our selection of titles and consoles ranging from Atari and Commodore to Switch and PS5.
WE ALWAYS ARE BUYING CASH AND STORE CREDIT!
Trade your old games towards something fresh!
KAWAII NOVELTY
We have an endless selection of mystery boxes, gachapon, stuffed friends, and art to bring home and comfort you through sunny days, stormy nights, and everything in between!
FIGURES & TOYS
We have a wide selection of new anime and video game figures that we order from Japan and America alike, as well as vintage figures/toys!
Magic The Gathering at DawnStar
Sunday - All Day Commander - 11-7pm
Tuesday - MTG Cube Draft - 6pm
Wednesday- MTG Commander - 5pm
Friday Night Magic Draft - Rotating Sets Weekly
PRIVATE EVENTS
Have a birthday, anniversary, or any special celebration coming up? Maybe an office party or team-building outing in the works? Enjoy it with your friends, loved ones, and coworkers in the STARCADE!
Email us at dawnstargames@gmail.com with your ideal date(s), time-frame, and number of guests to coordinate a private event in the StarCade. We are also happy to bring retro games to your party venue! We look forward to celebrating with you!
Rates vary by event, duration,guest total, and day of the week. We are happy to partner with local food trucks and pop-ups to bring lunch or dinner to your private event as well.
EVENT CALENDER
Our Story
DawnStar began in 2018 when three friends came together with the idea of opening their own brick and mortar store after growing the brand of a popular arcade bar in Richmond, Virginia. Since opening in 2019, we have been humbled by the support of our community. Your passion makes the Star shine brighter every day!
Meet Andrew - JRPG/anime fan obsessed with everything Harlock/Devilman. His favorite Pokemon was Mr. Mime until he saw Pumpkaboo.
Meet Dakotah - Platforming professional and game trivia madman! Sonic is his #1 jam. Dragonite is his favorite Pokemon.
Meet Meaghan - puzzle game obsessive and Ace Attorney stan all day long. Her favorite Pokemon is Ditto.
Meet Fred - fighting game virtuoso and mead-drinking streamer! His favorite Pokemon is Totodile.
Meet Graham - he is a Kingdom Hearts lover and an incredible musician! His favorite Pokemon is Gengar!
Meet Abe - he is an action and adventure game fan. Lover of all classic 90's sitcoms and classic horror movies! His favorite Pokemon is Charmander.
Meet Elliot - he loves Stardew Valley and One Piece. His Frog and Elf themed Magic the Gathering decks absolutely wreck! His favorite Pokemon is Scraggy.
Visit Us
Open every day from 11:00 - 7:00!
3007 West Clay Street Ste A, Richmond, VA
Find us next to Action Cuts, across from Longoven/Lost Letter! Street parking is available all day on a first come, first serve basis. There is a paid parking lot a few blocks away.
Be sure to add our sister store, Wax Moon Vinyl & Video to your itenerary when you visit! Find them right around the corner at 1310 Altamont Ave.