Card Arena Singapore: Inside Suntec City's New TCG Community Hub
Singapore's trading card game scene gained a dedicated community space in December 2025 with the launch of Card Arena, located at Suntec City. Operated by telecommunications company MyRepublic, the venue aims to serve as a neutral gathering point for TCG players, collectors, and local card businesses.
What Is Card Arena?
Card Arena is a community hub situated at Suntec City, 3 Temasek Boulevard, #02-323/324. It brings together retail, play spaces, consignment options, and event hosting under one roof. The venue operates daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Unlike a traditional card shop, Card Arena positions itself as a shared platform. Local card shops, distributors, community groups, and independent TCG creators can showcase their products and host events at the venue. MyRepublic maintains its own retail offerings alongside curated showcases from partner businesses.
Key Features
The space includes several facilities designed for different aspects of the TCG hobby:
- Play Areas: Dedicated casual and competitive play zones for various card games
- Livestream Kiosks: Stations equipped for live card openings and content creation
- Card Scanner: Equipment for instant price checks on trading cards
- Consignment Cabinets: Rental units where sellers can display cards for sale
- Event Space: Areas for tournaments, leagues, and community-run events
Community-Focused Approach
Terry Williams, VP Consumer at MyRepublic, described the venue's philosophy: "Card Arena was created to give the TCG community a reliable, neutral space to play, run events, and connect. Our goal isn't to compete with existing shops — it's to support the ecosystem by offering a venue that complements what others are already doing."
The hub is open to organisers, shops, creators, and community groups who want to run tournaments, host sessions, or showcase products.
Grand Opening
Card Arena's grand opening took place on 20 December 2025, featuring an afternoon exploration event and an evening Pokemon tournament. The event included limited-edition goodie bags for attendees and prizes for tournament participants.
What This Means for Singapore's TCG Scene
The opening of a dedicated, centrally located TCG community space reflects the growing interest in trading card games across Singapore. While numerous card shops operate across the island, a permanent hub specifically designed for community events and cross-brand activities fills a gap in the local ecosystem.
For players and collectors, Card Arena offers another option for in-person gaming, trading, and connecting with the broader community. Its Suntec City location makes it accessible via public transport, and the daily operating hours provide flexibility for after-work visits.