Alternate Reality Comics

 

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Victor V.

Henderson, NV

This is a above average store. The only reason I don't give it five stars is that they some times forget stuff I've ordered. But the selection is really great and the owner is super nice.

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Victoria M.

Chicago, IL

Second in the series of reviews of comic book stores in Las Vegas. This is the store I consider my home store.

Ralph (the owner/operator) is awesome. He remembers your name and shows a true dedication to the force by having a clean well-stocked store with an easy to navigate layout. He has the hook-up, and knows what the best stuff coming out is, so ask him for recommendations. He usually doesn't steer me wrong.

It's sort of ridiculous that Alternate Reality is in Las Vegas, because this store is way too good for my shit hole of a hometown. It could easily fit in some hipster neighborhood in a big city thanks to its well-stocked shelves. This just makes it stand out more, because it's a little oasis of sanity that should not exist.

My one complaint is that I have become addicted to porno comics since leaving town, and as a friend commented to me, it's sort of like Ralph stocks them because he's the alternative comic book store and  that's what alternative comic stores do. (They're in the little corner by the window, next to the back issues of The Comics Journal.)

I also wish it was a bigger store in general. I am sure he does as well.

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Pamela R.

Orange, CA

We were in Vegas for a mini vacation and went to Alternate Reality Comics because of the rave reviews here on yelp.  We were not disappointed.

This is one of the coolest comic book stores I have been to.  Talk about lots of independent comics.  I picked up a true gem of a comic called "The Pro" (Ennis, Conner, Palmiotti, Mounts) and what a funny, funny comic (not for the politically correct).  

I could not believe the selection of odd ball, off the wall stuff.  Right up our alley.  We purchased lotsa stuff.

The guy we spoke to (I think he was the owner) was an oddball himself and very charming.  We talked about San Diego Comic Con and the difficulty in finding good comic book stores or comic book stores with staying power.  He was a fountain of information and willing to order any comic book you wanted if he didn't have it in stock.  Very nice and accommodating as well.

If we lived closer to Las Vegas this would be one of our regular stops.  Very warm and hospitable atmosphere.

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Robin M.

Denver, CO

My son always insists on stopping here even though we are on the way to or from Comic Con. That's how good this Las Vegas shop is -- it can compete with San Diego's Comic Con which fills the entire convention center floor with dealers.

Alternate Reality is truly fun to visit. If you are into comics, don't miss it. If you think you aren't into comics, stop by and find out what you are missing. Comics are not just for kids these days.

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Lawrence Y.

Las Vegas, NV

Ralph has been here since it was Dungeon Comics.  
Best Comic Book store since Page After Page closed down.  
This is a mature Comic Book Store.  No Gaming Stuff just Graphic Novels and Comic Books.  
The place for people who take Comics as art not a childhood diversion.  The selection is more balanced, Action style comics mixed in with non-traditional comics.  
Great Manga selection!

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Bonny B.

Henderson, NV

Friendy staff,good selection, not a horrible place a woman to shop either.

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damon s.

Las Vegas, NV

A truly independent spirit!   As all of the other small mom and pop stores falter all around our hero/owner Ralph....he ( year after year ) stands triumphant amongst the rubble.

Why you ask?  Well, in my opinion....sticking to his guns, an original vision.  Walking into to Alternate Reality you realize it lives up to it's name. Meaning, the mainstream takes the backseat.  Sure they carry the regular Superhero comics and action figures but......the whole front of this RAD shop is dedicated to independent comics and books from smaller publishing houses.  It's very impressive.

To anyone that's a cynic when it comes to comics.....you should go, and randomly pick something up, give it a try.  It'll be the first time you realize that comics aren't only about capes and tights.

Oh, and there's usually really great music floating through the air.

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