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This French retailer dedicated to board games is opening its first store in Lyon

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The Editor

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Pokémon cards will soon find their home alongside board games right in the heart of the Peninsula. Starting Monday, August 17, 2026, Playin is opening its first Lyon shop on rue de Brest, featuring a wide selection of board games, collectible cards, and gaming accessories.

Rue de Brest is welcoming a store that should offer a refreshing change from your typical fashion boutiques: Playin is opening its very first Lyon shop at number 52 starting August 17th, according to information reported by Actu Lyon. The French specialist in board games and collectible cards is taking over the space left vacant by G-Star, marking its very first store in our city.

After establishing locations in Paris, Annecy, Caen, and Marseille, the brand is now setting up shop in the capital of Gaul. An opening that should delight collectors and casual players alike—you know, the ones who pull out Skyjo after dinner swearing that "this time, I'm going to win."

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Pokémon, Magic and Yu-Gi-Oh! will be part of it

Collectible card enthusiasts will find the big franchises that are all the rage right now. Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Lorcana, One Piece, Altered, Flesh and Blood and Sorcery will all be part of the universe offered by Playin. The store's history dates back to 2008, when it was still called Magic Bazar. Created by two Magic enthusiasts, the brand gradually expanded its catalog to become a major player in gaming in France. And contrary to what its historical DNA might suggest, cards won't be the only stars of the Lyon shop.

Board games for every taste

Playin is also betting big on board games, with an offering that ranges from accessible classics to much more specialized games. Board games, puzzles, role-playing games, figurines, strategy, mystery games, drawing games, and party games should all find their place on the shelves of the new store.

The brand wants to appeal to a broad audience, from the seasoned collector to anyone simply looking for a gift idea. Personalized advice, new releases, pre-orders, and expert game discoveries should help everyone find what they're looking for, even without knowing the difference between a meeple and a legendary Pokémon.

A store designed to bring the community together

Playin isn't just thinking about selling boxes and cards: the brand wa

to create a real gathering place for Lyon gamers. The brand organizes tournaments in particular, both for competition enthusiasts and those who simply want to play in a friendly atmosphere.


52 rue de Brest - Lyon 2nd
Opening August 17, 2026
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Source : Actu Lyon