Game selection
Reviews describe an unusually broad range of board games, TCGs, miniatures and hobby supplies, including titles that are hard to find in the UAE.
Back to Games - Town Center Jumeirah
Jumeirah
Back to Games is a hobby store in Jumeirah where you can browse board games, trading card games and tabletop supplies. Reviews highlight its welcoming gaming community, in-store demos, organised events and staff who can explain games or help beginners choose what fits.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
103 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Helpful guidance
Staff are repeatedly praised for detailed product knowledge, from explaining board games to advising on Warhammer and miniature painting.
Gaming space
The shop has tables for playing, with free demos and space for board games, card games, tabletop role-playing and wargaming.
Organised events
Customers mention tournaments, pre-release events, casual game nights, weekly challenges and regular tabletop or card-game sessions.
Inclusive atmosphere
One reviewer specifically described the store as a safe, female-friendly environment, alongside broader comments about its welcoming community.
Try before buying
Some games can be played in the shop before you decide whether to purchase them.
Family-friendly
Reviews say the store is friendly to kids and works for both children and adults looking for games or gifts.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check events. Check the event schedule before visiting if you want a tournament, pre-release, casual game night or another organised session.
Try demos. Ask which games are available to play in-store before buying; reviewers say the shop has a demo section and lets customers test titles.
Ask for advice. If you are unsure what suits you, ask the staff for a recommendation: reviewers say they can guide beginners without talking down to them.
Join groups. For ongoing game communities and event updates, ask about the relevant WhatsApp groups or follow the shop’s social media.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Town Center, Jumeirah, Ground Floor - Jumeira St
Jumeirah - Jumeira First, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Magic the Gathering
Magic the Gathering players mention pre-release events, casual play and a helpful community for beginners.
Yu-Gi-Oh
Yu-Gi-Oh is mentioned alongside Friday and Sunday tournaments and local casual play.
D&D
The shop helps newcomers learn D&D, including support with creating a first character, and hosts D&D sessions.
Common Concerns
No concerns reported yet.
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The Bottom Line
Back to Games in Jumeirah is aimed at people who want more than a quick purchase. You can browse board games and trading card games, try selected titles in the shop before buying, or sit down for a game with the local community. Reviews also point to stock across Warhammer, Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh and D&D-related gaming.
The staff are the shop’s clearest strength. Customers describe them as knowledgeable enough to explain complex games, advise on miniature painting and help someone create a first D&D character. That makes the large selection less intimidating for newcomers, while experienced players can use the tables, demos and organised play.
Pre-release events, tournaments, casual game nights and regular community sessions are all mentioned, so checking the schedule matters if you have a particular game in mind. The atmosphere is generally described as welcoming to children, beginners and women, with one reviewer calling it a safe place for nerdy women. There is one serious contrary report alleging that a local felt unwelcome and encountered different prices for different people; it stands out against the otherwise positive feedback.
No customer review supplied a clear product price, so check current costs directly, especially for hobby paints or trading-card products.