Die Blackfire Story: Beyond Boxes
A passion project in the Ruhr region has grown into Europe’s leading distributor of trading card games, board games and collectibles. We have turned our hobby into our profession – with heart, mind and the ambition to deliver more than just goods. From the first Magic tournaments in our hobby room to our international network, we tell a story of curiosity, courage and a love of games that we share with you. Here you can find out what ‘Beyond Boxes’ means to us and how we are helping to shape the industry.
The Blackfire Philosophy
For us, games are more than just merchandise. They are connections. That’s why we act in an approachable, reliable and planned manner: we build genuine partnerships on an equal footing, strengthen local shops and create spaces for vibrant communities. We believe in brick-and-mortar stores and personal relationships, actively shape trends and live our passion for games every day. Our philosophy: we deliver more than products – we deliver experiences and forge lasting connections.
Our location: This is where the magic happens
Our heart beats in the Ruhr region: from our headquarters in Ratingen, we manage deliveries to retailers and partners throughout Europe. Our regional roots in one of Germany’s most traditional industrial regions give us a firm footing, while our proximity to motorways, airports and seaports gives us speed. With over 9,000 m² of storage space and state-of-the-art logistics, we ensure that games, trading cards and collectibles find their way to our customers quickly and reliably.
Strong partners. Strong network.
From global gaming giants such as Nintendo, Hasbro, Bandai and Square Enix to thousands of hobby shops across Europe, Blackfire connects brands with people. Our network is constantly growing with publishers, wholesalers, retailers and shops, all of whom share the same goal: to deliver more than just goods. Together, we are shaping the gaming culture of today and tomorrow.
