A two story brick-faced row building over on Spruce street, this little gaming shop occupies the first floor. The front aluminum and glass facade lights the sidewalk in front of it with an array of neon signs from Nintendo, Atari, Sony, and more. A neon sign in cool blue, with Tron-reminiscent font declares it One Up. The front door informs you the premises is monitored by closed circuit recording, and 'Unattended Children Will Be Sent To Awaken The Dark Dragon.' There is also a smaller 'Now Hiring' sign, but listed under qualifications is: 'Must beat Mario Brothers 1-1 in 29 seconds.'
Owned and operated by Abitha "MacTheKnife" Machinae, the shop is built to serve all your gaming needs, be it console, PC, retro, and more. Test plays are allowed, as demonstration consoles are set up in strategic spots around the shop, as well as a 'Build of the Month' setup of a custom constructed gaming desktop, loaded with the latest and greatest of online games. A recent addition to the store when it was reopened, there was now a section of the wall dedicated to board gaming and table-topping. There were even a few shelves for CCG's.
It’s owner is in-shop most days or at the very least contactable over social media through one of her many handles or the main One Up Gaming page itself. She takes commissions on custom retro gaming console restorations or refurbishments, some previous works displayed in the lit case, or advertised online.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday: | 12:00 am - 9:00 pm |
| Tuesday - Saturday: | 10:00 am - 9:00 pm |
| Sunday: | 11:00 am - 6:00 pm |
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Staff
There is always one person manning the shop at least. If Abitha, Sparrow, or Kyle isn't available, you'll find Lonnie at the register.
| Name | Position | Information | OOC |
|---|---|---|---|
 Abitha Machinae |
Owner | Previously a marginally popular video game streamer, it seemed to some a bit strange that Abitha opened the Control Pad instead of following a possible professional gaming career. After a terrible arson of the shop in July of 2020, she opened a second store in the same place as the old comic shop, assuming it's branding as One Up. No longer chasing the internet internet stardom of streaming, she mostly plays with friends, with brief entries into local gaming tournaments to keep her skills fresh. A technological wiz herself, she is also always taking custom orders of retro gaming system refurbishes. | PC |
 Sparrow Jones |
Clerk | Hired at the Control Pad soon after the opening, enlightening Abitha to the fact she could even hire people. Employee of the month six months running. Preaches the curative properties of Mario Kart. Cycles through her favorite playlists on shift. Will read cards for snacks while at work. She returned to work at One Up upon it's opening. | PC |
 Kyle Warren |
Clerk | 23 year old college student, studying Computer Science . Soft-spoken, easily bossed around, shop punching bag. Kyle is the board game expert of the shop, and is quite knowledgeable about JRPGS. Retuned to work at One Up upon it's opening. | PC |
 Lonnie Simmons |
Clerk | 24 year old. Newest hire at the One Up. Spent enough time here, might as well get paid. Runs Friday Night Magic and local CCG tournaments. Call her Yolonda, you will get rekt. Give her attitude at your own risk (Itzhak). #DoneWithYoShit | NPC |