Activate Games

Activate Games

Reviews Summary

Overwhelmingly positive with most reviews giving 5 stars. Customers love the fun, active games suitable for all ages, praising the engaging mix of physical and mental challenges. Staff are frequently highlighted as friendly and helpful. Many mention it's great for families, dates, or group outings. Minor critiques include pricing, occasional technical glitches, and time management (clock starts immediately). Highly recommended for a unique, energetic experience.

About This Listing

Has Tournaments
Good for kids
Has Prizes
Wheelchair Accessible

Who Can Play?

Most arcades welcome all ages (some may have age restrictions for certain games)
Minors may need parent/guardian supervision (policies vary by location)
No gaming experience required - games range from beginner to expert level
Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes recommended for safety
Valid ID may be required for certain attractions or age verification
Groups and parties welcome (advance booking may be required)

*Note: Age restrictions and policies may vary by arcade. Check with your local facility for specifics.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time visitors may need to sign a waiver or register for a game card. Staff are typically available to help explain games and provide tutorials. Some arcades offer newcomer specials or free play sessions to help you get started.

Common Restrictions:

Age-Based Some games may have height or age requirements for safety reasons
Capacity Popular games may have wait times during peak hours

*Note: Policies vary by arcade. Confirm with your local facility.*

What to Bring

Cash or card for tokens/credits (some arcades are cashless)
Valid ID for age verification or membership signup
Phone to capture high scores and memories (check photo policies)

*Note: Payment methods and requirements may differ by arcade.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check arcade hours and peak times online before visiting
Eat beforehand or check if the arcade has food options
Bring friends for multiplayer games and competitions
Wear comfortable clothes you can move freely in
Avoid bringing valuable items that could be lost or damaged
Check for special events, tournaments, or discount days
Set a budget for games and stick to it
Stay hydrated, especially during long gaming sessions

*Note: Tips may vary by arcade type and location.*

How to Get Started

Most arcades accept walk-ins, but call ahead during busy periods or for large groups. Check for membership deals!

Other Helpful Info

Most visits last 1-3 hours depending on games and group size
Popular games may have longer wait times during weekends and evenings
Many arcades offer unlimited play packages or time-based pricing
Some locations host tournaments and special events regularly
Prize redemption available at many arcades - save your tickets!

*Note: Policies, pricing, and features differ by arcade. Contact your local facility for details.*

How Arcade Prize Games Work

Dive into the excitement of arcade prize games! Expect claw machines, skee-ball, whack-a-mole, or basketball challenges where you test your skills or luck to win tickets or prizes directly. Claw games require precise joystick control to grab toys, while redemption games reward accuracy with tickets to trade for plushies, gadgets, or trinkets at prize counters. Modern setups boast colorful displays and smooth mechanics, blending nostalgia with fresh fun. The thrill of winning and the vibrant arcade vibe make prize games a captivating draw in 2025.

Features

Has Tournaments
Good for kids
Has Prizes
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

5013 W Plano Pkwy

Plano, Texas 75093

Hours

Monday 10AM-10PM
Tuesday 10AM-10PM
Wednesday 10AM-10PM
Thursday 10AM-10PM
Friday 10AM-11PM
Saturday 10AM-11PM
Sunday 10AM-10PM

Customer Reviews

This place is a blast for bigger kids and for adults! Something a parent can finally enjoy instead of just waiting. But there's a spot for that too if you choose! There are so many rooms and a variety of games in each room! It's only your party inside with the game, little to no wait time, every room is different and challenging. 10/10 highly recommend! We will definitely be back!!

Honestly SO much fun! I wish we could have stayed even longer. Very active. Wear tennis shoes and workout clothing because you WILL be sweating your butt off! Great choice for a large birthday party.

This place was so much fun! Each room was completely different and offered multiple games at multiple levels. It's definitely an active environment that will help you get your exercise in lol so dress for the occasion because I sure didn't. My favorite room was probably the one with the eye that you can't let see you. The reason I didn't give 5 stars was because the fire alarm surprisingly went off but there was no fire. It also oddly went off 3 minutes before closing. Not sure if that was their way of gett

Friendly and helpful staff maintain a well balanced environment for many age groups. The facilities level of hygiene was surprising considering the target group is children of various ages. There were no technical problems and all activities were available. The pricing was fair and my only ?complaint? or rather suggestion for improvement would be some type of snack and/or refreshment bar. We went with our 11 year old grandson and we all had a blast and will definitely plan another visit in the future.

First time here. Absolutely awesome for a group. Very active. Competitive or as a team. About 75 min. Long. You will get a workout! May want to do many multiple times! Absolute Blast!

In town to visit my brother's family, as luck would have it they had a school holiday. Instead of curling up and watching a movie we decided to get them out and try something new. The games were perfect for all of us (ages 9-46). We worked as a team on some challenges and were able to compete against each other on others. We will definitely be coming back!

Great place, We had my granddaughters 9th birthday here. The room was big clean and perfect with a fridge! Our hostess was the best! She helped us have the best experience. All the staff was helpful and friendly. You will enjoy playing with your children or on a date. Simmons Family

I love activate it is so much fun this was my 3rd time coming so far however this was my first time having an issue... in both grid rooms some of the tiles would not change when we needed to we lost out on so many points over 1 to 2 tiles almost every round we would literally have to step on it multiple times for it to change and then it would interfere with the time running out this happened each time we played grid which is our favorite luckily we were able to get it in time on some rounds I understand th

I had never been here before. Never even heard about something like this. It's basically mini games in private rooms that allow you to be active (shoot hoops, throw balls, climb walls, avoid lasers...etc) WITHOUT realizing that you are being active. It's a physical place but it isn't like you are running laps. The game may last 1 to 3 minutes then you go to another private room. Great experience!!! Would definitely go again.

My group of 3 that went are all adults & we LOVED this place! Very unique & mot your average arcade style games. It's very fast paced & intense in a good way! As others have said, you will get a workout in this place! So dress accordingly. But great for all ages, you can play together towards winning or competitively in every game, & your coins can help you win coins that can be redeemed for merch! Such a fun place for all ages & worth the price!

This place is SO fun!!! We had some family visiting and took them here and it was a blast. A great activity! BUT! Our fave part was the sweetest employee, Maddie, she was so kind and thoughtful because I came with my toddler. We were a huge fan of her. We will come back just because of her! ?????? she needs to be promoted or something!?? will be back!!

Had the best time on a date with my boyfriend here!! Carson was so sweet running the desk, and the rest of the staff was super kind too. Definitely best to come during the week for less people & cheaper pricing. Would love to buy a season pass if those ever become an option :)

Had a great time at Activate! Carson was awesome?super friendly and gave us all the info we needed about the games. The games were a lot of fun and a great way to get moving. While their advertising leans toward an adult-only vibe, it would be nice to see an actual adult-only night or day added to the schedule. Still, overall it was a really great experience. We'll definitely be back!

What a great time!!! So much to do you will leave sweating it is such a work out. I would say to not go when it is super busy we went when there were two birthday parties and we had to wait a good amount of time to get into the rooms. It's a free for all when you get in there and it's first come first serve when you tap your bracelet to play. Super fun time still !!!

Let me just say this! Prepare to sweat! Wear athletics clothes, bring your own bottle of H20, even a small towel maybe! This place is wonderful for summer fun with family and friends! We love it and definitely will be back!!

This is a worthwhile visit. Need a workout and don't want to do it traditionally? Go here. Want to play some competitive games that require climbing, running, and crawling? Also go here. Love the concept and it's well executed. They seem to do a pretty good job at limiting the amount of people in at once too, because even with it being more crowded we were able to play many of the games in the different rooms.

5* fun. Wonderful time with the family. The staff was fantastic. We'd be back often if we lived closer.

It was well worth it. We had so much fun. The employees were nice and informative. The games were very competitive and keeps you moving. Price was doable. Fun for every age.

A fun place to spend time with friends and family while enjoying some indoor games. They've around 10 games in total and most of them are easy to follow. They've some cool tech that will enhance your overall experience. Weekends can be really busy and you may waste a lot of time waiting. Your 75 min will start as soon as you can scan to play the 1st game and unfortunately, it won't pause even if it just waiting for your turn. I wish they could introduce a feature to let people play the same game at least

Awesome customer service. We go here at least twice a month. They had just updated their system and screen menus so it was pretty buggy and some games would crash. The worker dylan was super nice and helpful, kept checking in and asking how we were doing, they gave us some extra time and the manager was also super nice about it at the end. Gave us a pretty good credit!!

Activate Games in Plano is an absolute blast! We've been here multiple times with family and friends, and every visit is a fantastic experience. The interactive, high-energy games make for an exciting challenge, and it's a great way to get some exercise while having fun. The variety of games keeps things fresh, and there's something for everyone, whether you're into strategy, agility, or just pure fun. The staff is friendly and helpful, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience every time. We've had such

I LOVE this place. I'd give 5 stars but several of the games had little glitches or slight things that were broken. Such a fun place to do work gatherings! Be prepared to get sweaty

My wife left a review on Saturday regarding our experience. Great facility and we had a lot of fun. However, one review simply doesn't do justice the experience we had with Maddie in particular. She's a rockstar.

My family and I had so much fun at Activate in Plano! This place EXCEEDED our expectations! Our boys were so engaged during all of the activities/missions! We will definitely be back! Don't miss this fantastic opportunity if you've never been! You won't be disappointed!!

Activate is such a cool spot! It's the perfect place for you and your squad to hang out and have a blast. The games are interactive, high-energy, and so much fun to play as a group. Whether you're into puzzles or more physical challenges, there's something for everyone. The whole place has a great vibe, with awesome lighting and a futuristic feel. The staff is friendly, and the setup makes it easy to jump right into the action. If you're looking for a unique, fun way to spend time with friends, Activate is

This place is a lot of fun! The games are easy to understand and challenging to play. The staff is really nice and can even step in to play if you need an extra player. Riley showed us around and explained how it all works. My husband and I had such a great time we invited 2 other couples to join us the second time. Highly recommend checking this place out.

First time here and 100/10 recommend. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Definitely coming back!

Shout out to Dylan, helped us through the whole thing. Great guy and we need more people like him! If you go ask for him. I promise he will set you right. Great place I'm definitely coming back!

Carson was very helpful! He explained how the games work so it made the experience all that much better. I've been here multiple times and never had any issues. Great place to go when you want to get out of the house and be active.

I've been here twice. Customer service was great and the whole process was very smooth. I would recommend to come in comfortable clothing and shoes. This is a fun and active game experience. There are several rooms with different games and you have the option to play competitively or cooperatively for most of them. My favorites were the grid and the laser. It's great for the family or for a group of friends. I would say 4- 5 is a sweet spot for groups. More than 4 people can get kinda messy playing grid and

So worth it you guys. Don't hesitate to. Go!!!! Fun for kids AND adults.

Cool place but not great when busy. If someone is in line you only get one round which negates the competition between each other. No one showed us the instructions on the screen so a few times we were left guessing and had to quickly move on. Overall new and fun experience

A super fun and ACTIVE experience. So make sure you wear something loose and comfortable. I definitely burned a bunch of calories and had fun in each room. It may be hard to hear instructions since it's fairly loud, but if you view "How to play" before entering, it should help.

My coworkers and I had a blast. After the first game, we realized we are all out of shape. Never thought I'd see my office manager do military rolls across the floor. Also learned one can't catch to save her life. Great for group work and team building exercises. Definitely better than a main event

Had a great time! (Plano location) Updating 2/17/2025. My son and I went back to the University Park location on opening weekend (two weeks ago). So much fun!!! The staff was super friendly, the place was very clean and we had a blast. We'll be back again very soon.

Very innovative with Game rooms challenging your physical, mental, Team work and problem solving capabilities. You get 75 mins for $32 with tax, Time starts as soon as you scan to play your first game. keep in mind clock is ticking even while your waiting for your turn. Its fun but expensive, would be nice if they charge per hour OR offer deals if you play more. They provide lockers in case you need them. Common Restrooms for both genders and not maintained well.

It was fun. There are different types of game rooms in slots of 1 hr 15 mins, and you can also go from 5 people to 1 person in one room at a time with a time duration of each game from 30 seconds to 1 minute. You must try with a group of 5 people. Go during weekdays if you don't like to wait. Enough parking is also there.

Both the children and adults loved our first experience at Activate. The price ($25 for 75 minutes) is more than reasonable, and the staff are very helpful. I like how they stagger group times by 10 minutes so that it's never too crowded. We never had to wait more than a couple minutes for a room to open up.

Ash was so amazing!!! They helped us understand the ins and outs and made us feel like regulars. Even though it was our first time, it felt like we had been a million. We had so much fun. This place is very unique, and great for ALL AGES. My husband has a heart condition and even he had a blast and got a little workout in. Skip the gym today and check out Activate, you won't be sorry. Ask for Ash, they will point you in the right direction ??

Fantastic place! This is my 2nd time to Activate and I was not disappointed. Great place to celebrate a birthday or have a date night or even family night out. You get ample time in the facility to place all the games. The games are quick, challenging, and so fun. There's a little bit of everything - interactive puzzles, memory games, problem solving and rapid shot games, to name a few. Each time I've been, I've had a blast and recommended friends to try it out! Staff is so helpful too- Arv, was also s

Had so much fun on a date here!! I would totally recommend this place to all my friends and family!! Serenity and the instructor was really nice as well. Sorry I forgot his name.

So much fun!!!! Went on a double date here and had a blast! Didn't know what to expect but ended up getting a full workout and a great time lol. The staff was super helpful and friendly and I appreciated that no one was just sitting around which I loved. As soon as we walked into any space we were greeted and offered help. Would definitely recommend for adults as a way to switch it up.

This was a great time! We had 5 in our party and we can get competitive. This was a great place to get energy out!

Super fun and a great time for kids. We went with a small group 7 to older adults and they all had a great time we did games in the room until time ran out and still could have kept going. We will definitely be back. There is some waiting between games but they move pretty fast and you don't wait long. They looked packed and full but we never waited more than 1 minute or so to get into a game. Highly recommend

An amazing place for older kids (and adults), where you're looking for something active to do on a rainy day! You could spend a ton of time here, returning time and time again, and never get bored. I suspect I'll be nagged about returning for weeks and months to come.

This place is great, I take my 13/14yo niece and we have a great time. Best to go with 3-4ppl in your group.

GOD BLESS MS. MADDIE!!!! I am so grateful to this angel sent from heaven to earth!!!! I was so worried that I wouldn't have anything planned in time enough for my babygirl's birthday party! I literally asked GOD to help me to figue something out for her birthday that was reasonable and fun! Immediately after I prayed I went online to google and searched indoor laser tag. This company pulled up and I gave them a call after booking online. Ms. Maddie walked me through this process as if I was ordering my favo

Great for events. The staff was helpful. I believe his name was Andrew. My daughter's party was amazing!

Activate Plano is hands down one of the most fun and engaging activities in the area! The games are super interactive, challenging in the best way, and provide an amazing mix of physical activity and mental strategy. Whether you're going with friends, family, or as a date night, it's an absolute blast. Plus, it's a surprisingly good workout, you don't even realize how much you're moving because you're having so much fun! The only thing that would make it even better is if they offered a membership option w

The family and I have been here twice and enjoyed every moment of it. There was a little bit of a learning curve with our first visit but the staff is helpful and it took us no time to be able to jump into the action. I would recommend this place to anyone and intend on going again soon.

had a fun time with my in-laws here! great for cold weather when you want to move some. it is active but nothing crazy. we all dressed in athletic clothes because we weren't sure what to expect. you could easily wear jeans and shoes you can hustle in. i did end up taking off my sweater so i would recommend layers or just a t-shirt. they do have lockers you can put your stuff in which is nice! it did smell like a kids play gym, but that makes sense. overall a good experience. not sure i?ll go back, but somet

Brand new to the experience. Good way to get brain and body moving. It's nice that you can play with just your own group in each room, then step back in to the main area. Appointment times keep it from being overly crowded & miserable. Definitely will return. We had two adults and two teens.

This was truly a unique experience for the whole family. You are challenged physically and mentally. You have to use agility and quickness for all of these events. You choose different events that include rock climbing, laser maze, laser shooting, basketball, throwing, hopping, and more. It's hard to describe. The difficulty level is harder for younger kids, but my 9-year old managed well mostly. Your wristband keeps track of your score or team's score. There's a master scoreboard to see all active player

I want to go back already!!! I'm 42, fairly active, and have older children (16 & 22). I was getting into it just like these kids. The time was perfect. We jumped, squatted, and rolled around enough to work up an appetite. This activity was perfect for interacting with my kids since that gets more difficult as they age. We were all entertained and amused! I wish San Antonio had a place like this! Next time we are in Dallas, we are, without a doubt, stopping by for some more fun!

I had so much fun. There were so many games to choose from and you'll definitely get a little workout in as well. Tip: don't go to the tile one first or you'll be burnt out from jump. Lol KJ and Andrew were great hosts. Next time I'm in Dallas, I'm definitely coming back.

This place is epic! It gets quite busy on weekends so plan ahead. If you're not one who is active in life you'll be feeling it. But it's so much fun!

Very fun experience. Took a bit to get the hang of a few of the games. A few games were too physically challenging for this 63 year old grandma however. Plenty of other options to play though. Great hi tech ACTIVITY for younger physically fit players. Will definitely recommend to others!

My group and I were visiting from NYC and it was our last day in Dallas. We were running a bit late however Hannah was nice enough to make an exception to the grace period. Carlos made sure our sign in process was quick & smooth. Overall, our experience was amazing and super fun. The asteroid game and hoops was our fav!!!

First of all, plan to get active in activate. ?? This place is a great place for a lot of interactive mainly physical and even mental games. There's a bunch of rooms all equipped with different types of games. There's a big screen to keep up scores and a leaderboard for tournaments. An arm band is used to scan into the multiple games. Some rooms have a competitive aspect and all rooms have cooperative. Personally, I think the competitive portion is where the real competitive juices start coming out, but coo

This was a really fun time for our family with teenagers and had a lot of innovation and variety with a very well thought out system of play. I'd recommend when booking to look at what's already booked and choose a time slot with few bookings around it so it's less crowded. For our first time we tried every room and all agreed it was worthwhile.

This place is a lot of fun. It's not just for kids, incase you are an adult looking for a fun date. My only suggestion would be go at a less busy time so you actually try to progress through the challenges.

A great hit for family and friends and reasonable prices for entertainment! A combination of throwing, basketball, running around. Highly recommended and they well deserve the 5 star ratings!

It's a fun place full of simulations that will have you go through physical and cognitive activities. It did have some technical issues but it didn't stop the fun ??

We love this location and the Southlake but the only thing that bugged me about this location is that all of the hand sanitizer stands were empty and the basketballs were all flat. With the balls being so flat it was really hard to shoot them in the hoops. We even had up to 6 balls stuck in one basket. Other than that still lots of fun

Very fun place. Took maybe 10 minutes to figure out how the rooms worked and everything but once we did we had a blast.

Loved coming to this place , this is a great place to get your body moving and do some sort of exercise while having fun and playing games. The staff was very very polite and friendly. I enjoyed coming with my fianc? and my family they had so much fun and enjoyed coming here. Would definitely recommend this place if you wanna have some real fun!

Awesome place! Be ready to work out & come in your workout clothes. Be ready to burn calories and have fun all at the same time. If you're a competitive person, this is the place to be! You definitely get enough time during your entire session to experience all of the different games multiple times and get your moneys worth. There are lockers in the front to put your stuff in and you can still take your phone back if you'd like to. They have filtered water fountains and cups in the back with benches to catc

This place is ridiculously awesome! We took a group of us to celebrate my son?s birthday. He was surprised at how fun this place was and how many games you could choose from. I would recommend going at an off time to prevent having to wait for every game, but it really was so sun. It required you to be incredibly active and offered so many gaming options. We will definitely be back and I do appreciate the price point and length of time you get to play all of the games. We didn't book a party, but paid indi

Loved this place! The staff is very helpful and understanding when it comes to first time visitors. I also love the booking , it allows everyone that is playing the games an opportunity to visit each room without a long wait. Definitely got my money worth with the 75 minutes given. I even received a discount since it was my birthday. Definitely coming back and bringing more people!

So much fun! We came to TX for spring break and this was a great find! Our kids range from 17-8 and they all loved it equally. We are a huge sports family and this was the perfect mix of activity and fun. Mom and dad even joined in. Totally recommend. My only negative is that they don't have one in our home state!

Really fun time! Each game makes you feel like you're in a video game! ?? I think the experience is enhanced if you have a good group of friends with you.

Party of eight on a Saturday- they were slightly busy but we had no issues getting into game rooms. The games were a lot of fun and we liked the concept. They did provide a locker which was great to store items that we didn't want falling out. Would advice looking through instructions on how to play before going in game room because it is difficult to understand or hear once you are in the room. Our favorites were mega grid, arena and hoops. Didn't care for Laser even though lines were long because inst

Me and my family absolutely love this place fun fun fun

Way more fun than i was expecting! Shout out to Ashe for helping us get set up and helping my group get settled in! Will definitely be going back!

This was a solid recommendation for a great time with family! We were able to walk-in on an early Sunday afternoon. You need a minimum of 3 people but can play 5 max for each game. There were also a lot of options for games with varying levels. I'm not sure how to spell her name but Laurie was so helpful and sweet when providing info. I would dock a star for water fountains that were not working and no changing tables but this place was too fun and the customer service was great so it compensates. Also, it

Simply AMAZING! The games and customer service was Amazing! Someone is there to assist! The games had us breaking a sweat! Kyler was at the front desk? Very patient! I highly recommend for dates as well as family time! The only thing is I wish they had a ?pause button? for your time! Once you scan your first game your time start and you have an hour and 15 mins to choose between approximately 12 rooms with 4-5 games with about 10 levels per game! You will not have a moment to rest if you want to maximize

It was my second visit. Customer service was great at front desk! Very kind and helpful. Sign up was easy. GAMES ARE SO FUN. I highly recommend.

Yup it's a blast. Activate surprised me in the best way! Sure, the games are a blast ? think interactive arcade meets obstacle course. But be prepared to work up a sweat! It's a much more active experience than I anticipated, and I loved it. The staff was super friendly and helpful, guiding me through everything. If you're looking for a unique workout disguised as a blast, Activate definitely delivers!

Super awesome and fun experience. Should definitely try with family and/or friends. Had a great time here

Maddy and Natalia were incredibly helpful. They both went above and beyond to make sure my daughter?s birthday party was absolutely phenomenal!

Activate Games is an AWESOME new live activity arena that puts you and your group into interactive rooms with coop or competitive game modes. It's extremely fun and works best for group sizes of 5. If you have groups larger than 5, you'll need to split up to different games/rooms. Regardless of the group size, it's super fun, and you get a lot of exercise without even realizing it. I would highly recommend coming here!

First time here. Great work out while playing a game. About $25 per person for an hour and 15 min. We'll worth it!!!

My kids loved this place! The staff was very honest as well when my daughter lost her ring in one of the rooms. Thank you!

10/10 would recommend!! Went here for the first time and had a freaking blast! There is a variety of fun and new games for kids and adults. It's a place I will definitely be coming back to. It's not like any arcade I've ever been to!!

First time here today and it was so fun! Wear comfortable clothing that you're okay to sweat in, it gets hot!

Had a blast. This is a super fun place for adults to be kids. Family friendly and challenging all at a great cost. Will be back again soon.

This is an AMAZING FUN place for Family or just the Parents. Most of the games were too advanced for our 4 & 6 year old Grandsons, but they still had a Wonderful time & was excited telling their parents how much fun they had! Staff was the BEST & so patient. I did not get the young ladies name that was so nice, helpful, & patient with the 4 & 6 year old & our 1 year old twin Grandsons. Her & Logan made our 1st visit very easy to navigate and worry free! My only regret is that I did not get all of the staff

This place was a very fun. There are many rooms you can choose and multiple games inside each room. Our favorite rooms were Hide and Control. The inside of the building is also very nice. It was clean, the staff were kind, and the design looked very great. 10/10, would definitely recommend for group activites or parties.

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