Atomic Empire

The Triangle's iconic board game and tabletop destination in Durham. Enormous selection of board games, RPGs, MTG, miniatures, and one of NC's biggest play spaces with daily events.

Atomic Empire is a Triangle institution and one of the most well-known game stores in the Southeast. Located on Westgate Dr in Durham, the shop carries an enormous selection of board games, tabletop RPGs, Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, miniatures (Warhammer 40K, Age of Sigmar), dice, and gaming accessories. The online store at atomicempire.com ships nationwide and ranks among the top board game retailers in the country. The in-store play space is one of the largest in North Carolina, with tables available for open gaming, organized play, and special events running daily. Whether it's tabletop role-playing games, board games, trading card games, collectibles, or comics, Atomic Empire has it covered. The knowledgeable staff can help first-timers find the perfect gateway game or assist veterans in tracking down rare expansions. It's a must-visit for anyone in the Raleigh-Durham metro who loves tabletop gaming.