Time Warp Comics and Games - Boulder, Colorado

Papa S.

Now this is a really cool comic shop in Boulder. It's been around for a while and has a blend of modern meets classic mom and pop shop. It's pretty big for a comic shop, but a little tight in some areas. But that is due to all the stuff they have. If back issues are something you're looking for, they definitely have you covered. Shoot, I found a ton of Star Wars that I can't find at many other shops.

Plus they have a HUGE selection of Trade Paper Backs (TPB) and hardcovers. I only know of two other shops that have that many which they are in Denver and Colorado Springs. Now there are only two negative things that I can say. One is that it is hot there. Maybe it is because of the weather and it made it humid, but holy cow I was sweating both times I came to visit. Second is that they don't have all their back issues priced out and have to check them out at the counter. Granted they offered fair prices on everything I bought, it's just a personal preference that I like to know up front that I am going to pay a few dollars or $50 for a comic.

Otherwise this is definitely a great place to check out I give it 4.75 out of 5 stars and look forward to coming back one day

Daniel Y.

I've been going to Time Warp regularly for about 2 and a half years at this point. They are, hands-down, the best comic shop in Colorado. Their staff are universally knowledgeable and helpful. My pull slot is never missing a book and they give great deals on trades, omnis, and back issues. They have a nice balance in their selection of new books, TPBs, old issues, Marvel, DC, Image, Boom, Dark Horse, and little indie publishers. I look forward to going there every week!

Martin H.

Being a life-long collector of comic books, Time Warp Comics in Boulder, Colorado is the BEST store I've decided to visit. Reasons I state this include selection and pricing but also the great feeling I receive upon each visit. The shop owner made me his friend long ago, and his personality is mirrored by the staff. It's a 100-mile round trip for me to drive to Boulder, but it's a short distance when I consider what's "in store" for me when I get there. Thanks everybody!

Patrick K.

Best small local shop in Colorado! So glad it is near me, but if it wasnt I'd still take the trip because it's worth it. They almost always have what I'm looking for or can suggest something good/similar if they don't. The organization is great, the amount of weekly single issues and back issues for a store this size is amazing. The amount of indie books and issues available is fantastic. The employee suggestion wall is great and the overall vibe is on point.

Some small quibbles... I've had some weird interactions with one employee who is short/rude to me or in a bad mood every time I go in. BUT there are always 2+ people working so I just don't engage with him anymore and go to someone else, so its really not a problem. Literally every other employee is so kind and wonderful, they make my experience great every time. They're the nicest comic shop employees I've ever interacted with. No judgement, totally kind, knowledgeable and warm.

My only real complaint is about ordering/pre-ordering books. My experience with this process has been less than desirable as I've never recieved a call when it arrives and they take much longer than I'd like, best case over a month. My most recent order will unfortunately be my last, whenever it shows up, as it was supposed to be a gift and took much longer than I was told. So I will be ordering books to my home from now on. Though I want to say I will continue to support this shop for all of my other comic needs, they are great and maybe ive just had bad luck with my orders.

Truly, I think this store is so great in every other aspect and that they still deserve 5 stars, or at least dont deserve a review hit from me giving them 4 stars. I will continue to choose Time Warp over any other shop.

Please dont be discouraged by my small issues, visit this shop, they are great and deserve your support! I love this place

Kelly C.

Old style comic book shop character and charm, And within walking distance of restaurants. Has a spectacular array of omnibus and single issues.

James P.

It can be overwhelming for a first time comic book reader. There are just so many different genres and heroes and antiheroes and villains and story subplots and editions to choose from. And you can't just buy one comic because it's the fifth in the series of eight and you'll have better luck getting Park Place and Broadway on McDonald's Monopoly game than finding issue number 6. It's my first comic book store in a long time. Huge nerd, big fan of pretty much anything pop culture has thrown at me. I love all Cons big and small. I'm no slouch when it comes to being able to identify canon story arcs versus bologna. Coming here, to this store, it made me feel like an outsider. I get unwanted by both the comics I grew up reading and by the staff working. It's great they're finally using comics as a tool for education. It took them long enough. But I think that decision came too late like Custer at his last stand thinking, "Maybe this wasn't such a good idea after all." The plight, the queer state I found myself in visiting this store makes me never want to come and visit again. And I won't. This store has taken the things that I loved growing up and eviscerated them beyond recognition. The comic book world is a oversaturated market and will soon see itself suffocated if this store is any indication of how comic life is. Lost what little business I had to give now and in the future. I write this as a cautionary tale to others looking to indulge in nostalgia. Let memories be memories. Don't come to the place where dreams come to die.

Joe R.

What a great shop! They’ve got your weekly issues, but also a WEALTH of indie and old school issues, AND it’s all organized by sub-genre so it’s easy to go down a niche hole of weirdo goodness. Just visiting Boulder and wish I lived here to make this my regular spot!

Bluejaunter

Really nice comic shop.
Had a decent collection of toys and comics.
Just bought some back issues and was really impressed with how fair the grading and pricing was. The worker was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I recommend.