Awesome Arcades

Awesome Arcades

Reviews Summary

Customers consistently praise Awesome Arcades for exceptional craftsmanship, outstanding customer service, and high-quality arcade cabinets. Bruce, the owner, is highlighted for his responsiveness, patience, and willingness to go above and beyond, even post-purchase. The products are well-packaged, arrive undamaged, and exceed expectations in durability and design. Many appreciate the clear communication, detailed setup videos, and personalized support. The arcade tables are described as fun, reliable, and worth the investment, with a wide variety of games. Shipping is prompt, and the overall buying experience is seamless and satisfying. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a premium home arcade system.

About This Listing

Has Retro Games
Has Arcade Cabinets
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.*

What to Expect from Retro Games in Arcades

Step into the glow of retro arcade games and expect a nostalgic rush! Classics like Galaga, Donkey Kong, or Mortal Kombat await, housed in vibrant cabinets with joysticks, buttons, or trackballs. You’ll dodge enemies, chase high scores, or battle opponents in fast-paced, pixel-perfect gameplay. Modern restorations include sharp CRT or LED screens and authentic controls, preserving the 80s/90s vibe. Games are easy to learn but tough to master, offering quick sessions or deep challenges. With leaderboards and arcade crowds cheering, retro games deliver timeless fun in 2025.

Features

Has Retro Games
Has Arcade Cabinets
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

3822 S Arno Ave

Meridian, Idaho 83642

Hours

Monday 9AM-5PM
Tuesday 9AM-5PM
Wednesday 9AM-5PM
Thursday 9AM-5PM
Friday 9AM-5PM
Saturday 9AM-5PM
Sunday Closed

Customer Reviews

I am going to start off by saying this. I have actually never left a review for anything I have purchased in the past. But I feel compelled to do so with the purchase of my 32 inch Ultimate Cocktail system I purchased from Bruce. The entire process is what you would like to expect from everyone, but in today?s world that just isn't the case. Bruce has earned his 5 star rating and deserves another 5 star with my transaction as well. I cannot say enough about the customer service received, the product in gene

I recently purchased the 32-inch Ultimate Arcade Table from Awesome Arcades, and the experience was outstanding. After doing extensive research, I found that many vendors made the buying process confusing and unclear, especially when it came to understanding exactly what you were getting. Bruce Burton, the owner was friendly, knowledgably and willing to answer all your questions. His website clearly explains the product details and what you'll need to handle on your own. Even more impressive, Bruce went ab

I ordered the 19" Classic Cocktail Arcade on a Saturday night. The very next day, even though it was Sunday, Bruce notified me that he received my order. He told me he would send a more detailed email Monday. Monday he sent me a detailed email with instructions on shipping and to confirm my shipping info and order. Once I confirmed everything he sent an email back thanking me and asked if I would like pictures before it was packed. He later texted me Tuesday and he told me when he checked inventory he was

I own a few full size original arcade games (Star Wars, Afterburner, Super Off-Road) and always wanted some other favorites from my teenage years. However, filling my basement with large, single purpose cabinets containing 40+ year old, maintenance nightmare, circuit boards didn't seem like the best idea. It was obvious to me that a multicade cocktail table using modern electronics and led display made the most sense. During my research over the last few years, Awesome Arcades rose to the top. Bruce's c

I have always wanted to own some version of a classic arcade game. A few years ago, I started to see classic upright games being sold in big box stores, but I quickly became disappointed because you could tell immediately that they were very cheaply made. That started my quest to find a quality arcade cocktail table. Awesome Arcades was one of the companies that showed up early in my online searches, but so did several other companies. I began my research on the Awesome Arcades website though because th

I ordered the 26?Ultimate Cocktail table from Bruce and am so happy with the experience. He couldn't have been any more accommodating and patient during the color selection phase, even during some changes. He was always willing to provide his expertise and insight. Now for the delivery portion: I read Bruce?s information and watched the videos he provided but was still a little intimidated about being assertive during delivery. I was worried because there are steps up to my front door but a flat driveway l

I'm convinced there's no better place to buy an arcade table! Bruce is so great to work with, takes so much pride in his product, and knows what he's talking about! (Watch his videos!) We did very little research before originally ordering a ?run of the mill? arcade table from a large chain. It went on back order after we purchased and we had to cancel the order. What a blessing in disguise because that's when we found Bruce?s website- awesome arcades. Just as he says on his website- text him and he wi

WOW what an awesome experience! From the ordering process to delivery I couldn't be more impressed. Bruce is very easy to reach and happy to help at any time with questions throughout the entire process. We had our Awesome Arcade Cocktail Deluxe table delivered to Hawaii and Bruce walked us through the entire process. Within a couple of weeks of ordering the system it was safely delivered to Honolulu and was very well wrapped and packaged for shipping. We are very impressed with the quality and functio

We had an excellent purchasing experience with Awesome Arcades. We looked all around the internet for an old cocktail table sized video game console. My wife found Awesome Arcades and we ordered the Classic Cocktail Arcade. Bruce immediately reached out to us to confirm every selection and option for our order. He provided detailed videos on set up and attaching the game card (we got the 412 game card). He promptly packed the console and shipped it, providing us specific details on how to inspect the s

Outstanding! I am so glad that I chose to go with Awesome Arcades. Many of you, probably like me, saw a arcade machine in a store somewhere and got the idea to have one in your home. Fortunately, I decided to wait and do my research. The more I researched, the more I saw that a game cabinet from a big box store was going to be a mistake. I shopped and researched. I even drove two hours to check out a competitors in person. I found Awesome Arcades by accident one night and was intrigued by all the informati

I bought the Ultimate Cocktail Arcade with the 26 inch monitor and I was not disappointed! I did quite a bit of research on different companies only to find hidden costs and not the highest quality parts. Not the case at Awesome Arcades. Bruce is very transparent only using the top of the line parts to make your experience top notch for years to come. Bruce walked me through the process and answered all my questions. He was very timely on shipping and communicated to me along the way. I am very happy

From A to Z top notch! Bruce was fantastic in answering all my questions and then, to get the machine shipped very quickly. It was cleverly packed and up and running in no time. Triple A+ on everything, including communication, clarity, quality, and simply - fun factor of the arcade! It is great to play the old games - back to the 80s! Thank you, Bruce!

I can't say enough good things about Bruce. The man is on top of his [deleted by Google]! Responsive, extremely knowledgeable, and willing to address any question or concern (no matter how dumb). Great product at a competitive price, but it's really Bruce himself that makes Awesome Arcades stand out from the competition. If you're purchasing an arcade, you shouldn't trust anyone else.

Overall I am pleased with the unit itself, to not ruin Bruce?s perfect rating I will base my 5?star review solely on my satisfaction with the game table now that I am able to enjoy it. I will say that Bruce is responsive and makes attempts to correct any issues. I was going on vacation after ordering and needed to delay the delivery of my unit. It was a bit disappointing that his price did not include shipping or a game board, (the main brains of the entire system). We made arrangements and agreed on a deli

The BEST Customer Service!!!! We LOVE our new Ultimate Cocktail Table! QUALITY cabinet, looks GREAT!!!! We started our search online for an arcade table and had lots of questions. We found Awesome Arcade's website and found it so informative. Called and Bruce picked up and answered all of our questions. We actually called multiple times and he picked up every time, always willing to help and answer any questions. So passionate about his business and family. We were concerned about shipping acros

The 26" Ultimate Cocktail Table I received is Great. Bruce made the whole process from start to finish extremely easy. He brings you through each step of the process from ordering to receiving the product and tells what to expect at each step. The game itself is more then I could have hoped for, it looks great in my space. Thanks Bruce for all the help and attention to detail.

I received a cocktail cabinet for christmas from a different company, 412 games (vertical). Loved it but started having issues with the coin mech and power. In doing some research, I came across Awesome Arcades and realized an upgrade was in my future! I bought the 32" screen (Jumbo) Ultimate Cocktail table from them (3000+ games) and was extremely impressed with Bruce's customer service and his quick responses. He worked with me and answered every question I had, confirmed every detail before shipping.

I purchased a Tornado Two Player Arcade machine. We added a trackball and custom artwork. I was impressed with Bruce?s (the owner) product knowledge and prompt replies to my questions. He made the entire process easy, and we are thrilled with our new arcade. I would recommend Awesome Arcades to anyone in the market for a quality arcade machine.

Bruce was easy to work with. Knowledgeable in his market. He went above and beyond fixing a slight problem with the shippers of the unit. We wanted it for a certain date/event and he delivered! Highly recommend him and his product.

I purchased a classic arcade cabinet unit in July from Awesome Arcades and everything went perfect. Shipping was within the short time promised. Bruce is responsive and one of the most meticulous and contentious humans I've ever met. Due to the cost (which was reasonable and fair) you want to purchase a product like this from someone you can talk to and trust. I looked at several competitors to include vendors selling on Amazon who seem to have similar units to each other. I found them to be odd and unresp

Outstanding experience from initial questions and answers to purchase and delivery of our Deluxe Classic Arcade. Excellent customer service throughout, packing and delivery was flawless, and the Arcade itself is exactly what we hoped it would be. Thank you Bruce!

Just delivered today. Can't say enough about owner Bruce from Awesome Arcades. GREAT communicator with craftsmanship being top notch! He can work with you on pretty much any custom trim, buttons, joysticks, control panel wraps as evident in the photo. He follows up very quickly by email and/or text (I didn't need to call him). He confirms your order and while building unit, took a photo and video of his progress. He even reached out on a weekend to let me know how everything was progressing. He has earned

I did my research. Bruce and Awesome Arcades were by far the most knowledgeable and responsive. He walked me through my options, answered my calls/texts quickly and set proper expectations. My family loves the machine. I highly recommended the ultimate cocktail machine because it allows for more games and the horizontal games like Super Mario Brothers that my kids are obsessed with. The way Bruce prepares and packages the machine for delivery is no joke. Everything went well with delivery and I'm very happ

The word awesome is often overused for things that aren't really awesome but Awesome Arcades does deserve that name. The cabinet is well made and I got the yellow strip around mine which makes it really pop against the standard black cabinet. I also got the indestructible control panel wrap which Bruce recommended. I like the texture of it. It sort of holds my hand in place. I was impressed by the neatness of the wiring and how they were routed in wire looms. Here's a tip to raise the cabinet higher. When

I bought the top $3000 ultimate cocktail arcade and it arrived with the front piece cracked. At first, the owner Bruce said he would work with me on repair, but after 2 months of NOT receiving the part and getting the runaround, Bruce finally told me to live with the ?broken ear? and admitted the cabinets come from China (he doesn't build them) and it is not possible to fix. When I insisted that I should have a fully intact, non-broken machine he got angry. He sent me several videos of him talking, which I

Working with Awesome Arcades and Bruce has been awesome. From my initial inquiry, purchase and post delivery, Bruce has been there to assist and was very informative and caring. He truly cares about his product and the customer satisfaction. I am extremely happy with the product and confident that Bruce will be there if I ever need him. I Highly recommend Awesome Arcades if your in the market for an arcade.

I got my cocktail table arcade today. I haven't been able to get it from the garage into the house and plug it all in and get it set up just yet, but I wanted to say that it is in PERFECT condition. We have had very icy conditions here, and I was a bit worried about how I was going to get it from the street to my garage, which is 100 feet or more. The driver wheeled it all the way into my garage for me without me even asking. This thing is so well made. Just an incredible build quality, my man. I'll get it

I recently bought the 32? Ultimate Cocktail Arcade from Awesome Arcades, from start to finish, Bruce was professional, communicative, and incredibly helpful. The arcade table is exactly as described. It's in fantastic condition and works perfectly. It's obvious that Bruce takes pride in his work and he made sure everything is exactly how we wanted it. The delivery process was smooth and the truck driver who delivered the table to us even said he's never seen anything packaged that well before. I highly rec

Bruce was able to get my cocktail table arcade before Christmas despite my last minute order. The machine was well protected and looked perfect once unpacked. I had a couple of tech questions that I emailed Bruce on Christmas morning - of which he replied to within minutes with a helpful tutorial video. If everyone in business handled Customer Service like Bruce, we'd all be in a better place!

Purchase was the Ultimate Arcade Console, Bruce is an upfront top notch personable guy! From order to delivery to actually enjoying games, Bruce is Very available, will adapt to any concerns, very cost conscious on behalf of customer! Will work with your specific request on delivery schedules, off loading delivery options (worth checking)! Trustworthy, great as advertised product! No pressure on upsells! Thank you!

I want to share what an amazing experience I had with purchasing my home Arcade Cocktail style table from Awesome arcades? Bruce was so helpful from initial questions to purchase delivery and set up? This arcade table is very high-quality with enough games to keep my family game night busy for many years??. Awesome arcades had much better customer support than the other three companies I investigated when I was looking to purchase a home arcade system. I highly recommend Awesome arcades and big shout out a

It all started at Best Buy! I saw a 7 game upright arcade game. It was made of cheap particle board! This was in November of 2020. I started to research cocktail board games. Most had 1162 game boards, but did not guarantee safe shipment! They were sold on EBay, Amazon, and other websites. I felt no connection to these sellers and felt unsure about spending 2k with no real guarantee! I ?stumbled? on Bruce?s website in April 2021! Finally I felt this was a real person who is a family man; and somebody who re

Bruce?s product is very well built and top notch. He will walk you through every technical question and any issue that may arise. He stands by his product. His how-to videos are very helpful. The best thing is he (the owner) actually is the person you talk to on the phone. I have already sent his info to some of my friends that are interested in a arcade system. Thanks Bruce!

So my venture with Awesome Arcades began as a last minute decision to purchase my husband an arcade game to relive his high school years playing Galaga.This was to be a Christmas present and it was about December 12th when I came up with this idea early in the morning. After deciding which console he might most enjoy I proceeded to purchase it. I attempted many times to enter the payment info and it just would not go through. I finally decided to contact Bruce to see if he could help me solve the problem. I

Bruce, just a quick note to communicate that the arcade table arrived yesterday within the designated time window and we found that it survived the transport without damage. I have since removed the table from your excellent packing material process and completed the setup per your instructions. All went smoothly so I'm a happy customer. In closing, the process from start to finish went smoothly and therefore exceeded my expectations, kudos to you for your attention to the details! Thank you!

5/5 stars isn't giving Bruce enough credit. I purchased an Ultimate Cocktail Machine with the jumbo 32" screen and it was the best customer service experience I have ever had in ANYTHING I have ever purchased online. The beginner instruction video (albeit long) is just what I needed to get comfortable to explore spending the money to purchase something from a stranger online. I asked a few clarifying questions (which looking back were already explained in the videos) and I received a personal youtube vid

Bruce does everything humanly possible to ensure his customers enjoy the best buying experience. I recently purchased a Jumbo 32? Ultimate Cocktail Arcade, and my experience matched the glowing reviews from others. If you can't find an answer to your question on his website or in his extensive YouTube videos, reaching out to him will get you a response from a real person within minutes. Bruce offers high-quality products, outstanding customer service, and stands out significantly from his competitors. Thank

Received my ultimate cocktail arcade today and it arrived in pristine condition. Bruce was a pleasure to with and he is clearly committed to delivering a quality product which meets his customer?s specifications. I found his YouTube videos very helpful to understand Awesome Arcade?s products and processes (setup, shipping, etc.). I highly recommend Awesome Arcades!

My experience with Awesome Arcades was outstanding from start to finish. Bruce makes sure you know what to do and what to expect during the ordering, shipping, and setup phases. And if you have any questions he answers them almost immediately with detailed explanations which I found extremely helpful. Oh, and the Ultimate Cocktail Arcade is well, awesome! I chose wisely.

This machine is fantastic, quality is v.good and Bruce was the only one among other companies to agree to ship his product overseas. He is Mr. Awesome!

Fantastic arcade! I am glad I gave Bruce my business, from answering questions before I purchased the to after delivery support. Well packaged, arrived with no damage. The arcade was setup with the Pandora DX box, the cabinet is very sturdy and believe it will stand up to time without any problems, the monitor used is excellent!, from viewing angles to the actual picture, the cabinet having wheels is a definite plus!, the coin mechanism actually works fantastic and is NOT made of plastic like most arcades o

I worked with Bruce, the owner of Awesome Arcades to purchase the Ultimate Cocktail Arcade for my husband for Christmas. I knew nothing about arcades so I did my research and Awesome Arcades was the clear choice for me. He is very transparent and has the best customer service I have ever received. The arcade was delivered very quickly and exactly to my specifications. It was packaged extremely well so there were no problems in shipping. It arrived sooner than I expected it to, the day of our anniversary.

Here's the low down, Entertained the thought with the wifey about getting an arcade. She told me at 59 I was too old To be playing games. I told her you remember Pacman , Asteroids, and Galaga ( how soon we forget). She stated well those are alright, I told her thats what im talking about they've got arcades for your home now. She tried to hold firm and stated we don't need a kiddie Machine. I told her hang on now! Let Daddy look into this thing! I began my research here and there. Several weeks

Decided 'shelter in place' was the perfect time to make this purchase and so glad we did! Bruce was very responsive and answered every question in detail (and I had a LOT of them b/c this was a big purchase!). They had the Cocktail Arcade Table in-stock, offered white glove delivery service (showed up with masks, kept their distance, and didn't wear shoes across our hardwood floors). He set the whole thing up, showed us how everything works, and we've had a GREAT time playing Retro games since it arrived! C

Bruce was great to work with. I have been researching cocktail machines for 4 months now. I was ready to purchase from one of his competitors when I came upon Awesome Arcades. I watched all of Bruce's videos although some very long. Lol, all were extremely informative. I purchased the 32 inch ultimate cocktail machine. The construction is first rate and it's beautiful. I texted Bruce many many times with questions regarding pretty much everthing his video's covered. My bad. He was always available to reas

Purchased an Typhoon 2 upright. Excellent information and help on ordering. Great communication, perfect delivery and setup. Ordered the Jamma board 3188 from Amazon. Super easy to install. As simple as connecting a new TV to a new cable box. Could not be happier with the whole experience with Awesome Arcades. Truly Awesome!!!

Great product! Bruce is awesome. Answers all your questions and then some. I had an issue with game board that I bought to put in my ultimate cocktail game. Bruce contacted the company for me and helped me get a replacement. 5 Star service all the way!

The team at Awesome Arcades is amazing! Excellent customer service and great product! The team at our rental management company encounters many consoles and this one was made better and easier to navigate than any they have played before. Also the video and audio performance is far superior than others on the market.

I am beyond ecstatic about the outcome of my game. He spent a lot of time with me and was very patient with me and the disabilities that I have the customer satisfaction is the whole reason I went with him and I'm glad I did until this day he still answers me in a very timely fashion and is very courteous and helpful and answers any questions of have this game turned out Way beyond what I thought it would be and that was because we had a great communication where he listened to my ideas I just want to say t

Everything about Awesome Arcades is, frankly, awesome. From the info on their site for products and arcade tables in general, to options for the cabinet and controls, the communication and customer care, and the craftsmanship and materials of the cabinet. (That's the short version. I cannot say enough good things about Awesome Arcades and our new arcade table, so please forgive the prolix review that follows or scroll down.) My husband and I have long wanted an arcade table but almost everything we saw lo

Bruce answered every question I had. I got the ultimate arcade cabinet, was delivered within about 10 days. Packaged very solid and safe. Customer service was outstanding, had one small.problem l, emailed Bruce, got back to me right away and showed me exactly how to fix it. Even helped me after the fact in obtaining custom wraps. We love it thank you awesome arcades

Bruce from Awesome Arcades was fantastic! When I initially inquired about purchasing an arcade in early August, Bruce took time time to answer my questions while vacationing with his family. I was ok with waiting until he returned, but Bruce took it upon himself to answer my questions via text, and send web links to his self-made YouTube videos for the questions that required in-depth explanation. I mentioned that I wouldn't be making the purchase until September as a birthday gift to myself (THE BIG FIVE-O

Truly an awesome arcade! Ordered the dual sided cocktail table and had Bruce do some custom trim work and color options and it looks amazing! He really lived up to every one of the claims he makes on his website, he is super responsive, very helpful, and I'd say creates the best arcades on the market. I'd highly recommend him to anybody!

Purchased the Ultimate Cocktail Arcade as a Christmas gift for the family. Extremely impressed with with quality and workmanship. Amazing and very friendly customer support. Awesome Arcades is truly ?Awesome?

Five Star product and Five Star customer service. The arcade is extremely well made. Everything is very solid at the joints with no gaps, made of durable material and simply just nice to look at. There are a variety of customization options that other arcade retailers do not offer. You can truly make a one of a kind arcade machine to fit your tastes. Bruce is on another level when it comes to availability and responsiveness - he took the time needed to answer questions on the phone, and once my order was

I had a great experience purchasing from Bruce. He was very helpful and his arcade has been a lot of fun. The machine arrived at my house on time without any damage. It was very well packaged. Once we watched a few of his videos, working the machine was very easy. Every arcade game I could ever imagine is there. Setting it up was very easy. I can't say enough good about the whole experience. I highly recommend to anyone considering an arcade system. 5 stars.

Bruce at awesome arcades was extremely helpful from start to finish. He answered all of my questions and even went as far as making personal videos that answered them. The arcade was packaged and shipped with care. The arcade stands by the name. Awesome!

Bruce, the owner of Awesome Arcades, is very detail oriented and appears to be very honest in his business practices. It is apparent he wants to make sure you have all the information you need to personalize your order and have help as needed through his web site, videos, and messaging. He responded very promptly throughout the order process and after delivery. The Ultimate Cocktail Arcade table was delivered with modifications as ordered and was in good condition (packaged well). I would not hesitate t

A Great Product with Unreal Customer Service As a fellow who spent way too much time and countless quarters in the 1980?s playing a range of bar-based video games, when I built a rec room there was a gaping need for an arcade table. When I did an on-line search there was one company that stood out for its reviews, Awesome Arcades. One review mentioned that the proprietor had been most helpful and his phone number was on the site. So late on a Saturday night I gave the number a call and left a message. A

Did tons of research and came across Bruce and his company. Decided to pull the trigger and go with his Ultimate Cocktail Table. Best decision ever. What a great quality product. Hooked it up and had no clue on a couple things. Sent Bruce an email(s) inquiring what I was doing wrong and he answered within minutes with the answers to help me thru my dilemmas. Thanks for your patience Bruce. Quality product but even better customer service, not only before the purchase but days/weeks later. Would 100% recomme

By far the most informative arcade game website. I researched for weeks the different arcade games on the market. What brought me back to awesome arcades, we're the videos Bruce posts about each of his gaming machines. I ordered the two player tornado. The game came well packaged. No problems with delivery. Had a minor problem with one of the joysticks. Called Bruce. With in minutes he was sending me pics of the mailing label of the new joystick he was sending me. Also sent me a video on how to chang

Had an excellent experience with Awesome Arcades. In todays world I had given up on good customer service, Bruce showed me it can still exist. He patiently answered all my questions by phone, text, email or even sending a video personally made for me. We ordered our cocktail table with Bruce at Awesome Arcades and our board through the link Bruce provided, both on Thursday, the following Thursday, to our amazement they were both delivered! Plugging in the game board was easy as plugging in your power cord t

A beautiful table and exceptional customer support. My 13 year old son says "10 out of 10!" Give Bruce an opportunity to earn your business. You'll be glad you did.

After a good bit of online research, I settled on Awesome Arcades. I purchased the cocktail table game from Bruce. My experience with this small business has been amazing. From the moment of my initial contact, his customer service has been nothing but 5 star. He sincerely wants you to have an amazing experience with his company and he makes that happen. From the pre purchase communication to the shipping, to the service and communication after my game was delivered. Bruce is amazing. I would highly

Purchased an Ultimate Cocktail table in January and am very pleased with the product! I bought a 3188 Jamma board from Amazon (as Bruce suggested) and it took just a few seconds to plug the board in. I put a lot of research into buying this arcade and went with Awesome Arcades because I felt that they could be relied upon for great customer service. I was not disappointed - Bruce is very responsive to all emails/phone calls and the purchase and delivery process went off without a hitch. He also follows

I wasn't sure what I wanted in an arcade game and after searching for a bit I stumbled across the Awesome Arcades site. What immediately jumped out were the video presentations by Bruce detailing the craftsmanship of his product. His honesty and transparency about the business really jumped out. After deciding the Deluxe Cocktail arcade seemed like a good fit I did further research on a few other sites, but came back to Awesome Arcades because in my opinion they offered the best product. Like anyone el

We purchased the storm stand up arcade from Bruce at Awesome Arcades. The process of buying from this company has been super easy. Bruce explains everything you need to know from delivery to unpacking and setting up the arcade. He sends you videos with instructions to assemble your arcade which makes that process uncomplicated and painless. He is just a text, email or phone call away to answer any and all questions you might have and he responds back to you in a very timely manner if not immediately. W

Bruce at Awesome Arcades has been amazing. I've been looking into an arcade system for awhile, and have known people who have bought singular game arcade systems. All of them have broken down in some way within 6 months to a year. Don't even bother getting anyone to really help you resolve any issues. With Bruce, he literally walks you through the entire buying process from start to finish. If you have questions, he responds immediately, not to mention I'm pretty sure he has made a video for any questi

Excellent product and customer service. Bruce recoded individualized responses via video to all of my questions. Kept me in the loop throughout the process on status and delivery. Highly recommend. I will be buying a second unit very soon for a vacation home.

Bought a Ultimate Cocktail Arcade. I had a ton of questions as we were buying it for our AirBnb rental and Bruce was very fast in answering my questions, he even made a couple video explaining features I had questions on. I had a pretty narrow shipping window and he accommodated it perfectly. Setting it up was a breeze and our guests are loving the arcade.

I'm not usually a person who makes online purchases. I came across Awesome Arcades while looking for an arcade game I always wanted. I started watching Awesome Arcade videos on YouTube. I noticed they had a number to call if there were questions, so I called it. Bruce answered and it turns out he was the owner and he answered all my questions. I ended up calling Bruce several times and he answered every time and made me feel important. So after talking with Bruce I decided to purchase the black cockta

After a lot of research on arcades I settled on Awesome Arcades. There were many reasons, but there were two that stood out. First, his website and the detailed explanations and transparency are second to none. None of the competition offers this level of detail and they almost seem to be shrouded in secrecy. Second, when I called he answered and spent time answering questions. These arcades are expensive and for me I wanted to make sure I was getting the best that I could for my money. His customer servic

Hello All, I ordered the deluxe classic cocktail arcade table. Bruce was great from start to finish. Answered all of my questions and was very straightforward and transparent. The build quality is excellent and it was very easy watching the videos to set everything up. I had the unit up and running in 15 minutes. Thanks again for a seamless purchase.

Great experience! Bruce was extremely knowledgeable and helpful through the process. I ordered the game from his business and it was ready to pick up 2 days later. He also helped me order Pandora for the system and installed it. I would recommend Bruce to anyone who is looking for this type of Arcade!????????

I don't post reviews often but in this case I have to. I purchased an upright multi video game machine about 6 years ago from a different company. I was unable to reach that company but did find an old email from them with the cell phone number of their general manager. I called that number today because the item I purchased stopped working. Brandon answered his cell phone on a Sunday afternoon on the second ring. He helped me through my issue and sent me multiple texts and links in case I have an issue i

Bruce is incredible to deal with...honest, responsive and professional. The assembly and set up could not have been easier. I do my research before I purchase anything. This company does everything right! Finally I have all of my old arcade games ?? in my house.

We ordered the 26" deluxe cocktail arcade and could not be happier. Bruce was great to work with and answered all of our questions almost immediately. He made the process so easy and the quality of our arcade is exactly as promised.

Hi Bruce, I wanted to let you know my coctail table made it here today and on time. This cocktail table is Beautiful. Thank you for your great work and craftsmanship. It will definitely give me, my brothers and friends many years of fun and enjoyment. It truly is a work of art if you ask me. Even though it traveled cross country to the east coast there is not a nick or scratch on it that I can see! I've always wanted my very own coctail arcade and am so happy that I did my research and purchased from Awesom

This arcade table is GREAT! I did a lot of research beforehand and everything checked off with this table. The cabinet itself is gorgeous. Clearly very well made solid construction, the glass top is solid, and I love the simple Pac-Manesque graphics. Started playing the games (I got the 412) and I'm hooked! While this table is definitely quality and impressive, what meant just as much to me was the customer service. Bruce is amazing! He definitely stands behind his product and went above and beyond to make

Absolutely the best service anyone could ask for. If more companies operated like Bruce and Awesome Arcades this world would be in a lot better shape. Bruce has went above and beyond making sure everything with my order was correct and satisfactory. Between the emails, phone calls, and text messages I could not have asked for better response. I would highly recommend anybody looking for an arcade cabinet to only look at Awesome Arcades.

Bruce is an example of someone willing to go above and beyond with great customer service. I bought my game from him when he was in the bay area 6 years ago and well out of warranty the game stopped working. He worked with me to figure out the problem and got it working again. Can't ask for better than that. Great customer service and great product.

Bruce was great to work with. Machine arrived sooner than expected and in perfect condition. Bruce was great to answer questions as we got to know the machine.

The arcade i purchased is high quality built and Bruce?s customer service was outstanding. He even answered my emails on a Sunday Fathers Day when I was having setup issue that ended up being an issue with the 3rd party game board. When shopping for the arcade I found his web site to be very professional and he had several honest videos showing his passion as a small business owner to stand out. Awesome Arcades is Awesome.

I was a little nervous not being well versed in video games or technology but our experience with Awesome Arcades has exceeded expectations. Everything was explained clearly and when our ultimate cocktail table arrived it was just as expected. Graphics and sound are great! The cabinet is sturdy and looks good in our family room. I had a couple questions post-delivery that were immediately resolved. It has been a seamless purchase from order, delivery and post-purchase support. Our teenagers are enj

My wife and I had been looking for a cocktail game table for a while. We considered the ones in the big box stores, but they just didn't have what we wanted, for the price being asked. I did some research and came across Awesome Arcades. I am so glad I did. After reading the reviews, and watching almost every video Bruce has on youtube, we decided this was the way to go. Everything went exactly as expected and seamless. The wife and I are so happy we decided to go with Bruce and Awesome Arcades. Keep

5 STARS! Bruce, My table arrived this morning and it appears to be in perfect shape. The truck driver was very accommodating and sat it inside my garage, just until I get help to take it downstairs to our game room. I followed your delivery instructions to a "T" and just kept talking with him while I did. He was fine with everything. Once I get it downstairs, I will finish setting it up with my JAMMA board and will follow up with you then...thank you sir! P.S. Wonderful job on the quality cabinet and espec

I researched dozens of companies that sold cocktail arcade tables and finally decided to make my investment with Awesome Arcades. I realized when searching most tables come with hundreds and some over a thousand games but when looking closer, none I knew about except for a few. When contacting other companies I wasn't able to get much information. When I contacted Awesome Arcades, I was able to get in touch with the owner, and he answered every question and concern. We ordered the Deluxe cocktail table and

I really appreciated all the information and videos Awesome Arcades provided. When I started looking at arcade tables, I didn't know what to look for and what features were important. Bruce is extremely helpful and responsive answering any questions. The arcade table was shipped fast and was very well packaged. I highly recommend Awesome Arcades.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s it like visiting an arcade today?

It’s a mix of nostalgia and high-energy fun! Many arcades blend retro classics like Pac-Man and pinball with modern VR games, racing simulators, and rhythm challenges — often with music, lights, and a social vibe.

Is it better to go alone or with friends?

Both can be great! Solo visits let you focus on your favorite games, while going with friends adds competition, teamwork, and laughs. Many people plan arcade meetups as a casual hangout or even date spot.

What should I bring to an arcade?

Usually just yourself and a way to pay (some arcades still use coins, others use cards or apps). If you're competitive, bring your A-game. If you're social, bring friends or meet new ones over multiplayer games.

What’s the best time to visit an arcade?

Weekdays or early afternoons are usually less crowded — perfect for focused play. Evenings and weekends bring the buzz, especially at barcades or venues with DJs, tournaments, or themed nights.

Can I meet new people at arcades?

Absolutely! Arcades attract a mix of casual players and serious gamers. Whether you're jumping into a four-player co-op or chatting between rounds, it's a fun, low-pressure way to connect over shared interests.

Are arcades still just for kids?

Not at all. While many arcades are family-friendly, there are also adult-oriented ones with full bars, 18+ nights, or vintage nostalgia themes. Arcades today cater to everyone — from first-timers to lifelong gamers.

Are there events or tournaments I can join?

Yes! Many arcades host regular competitions, retro nights, cosplay parties, and more. Whether you're into high scores or just want to watch and vibe, events add an extra layer to the experience.

What if I’m not great at arcade games?

No worries — arcades are about having fun, not being perfect. Try a variety of games, ask others for tips, and remember: the vibe is more “let’s play” than “let’s win.”

Are retro games in arcades still good in this modern age?

Absolutely, retro games in arcades remain a thrilling draw in 2025! Classics like Pac-Man, Space Invaders, and Street Fighter II offer simple yet addictive gameplay, blending nostalgia with timeless challenge. Modern arcade cabinets often feature crisp displays and restored controls, enhancing the experience. These games thrive on quick reflexes and strategy, with vibrant pixel art and iconic soundtracks that spark joy. Arcades host tournaments and leaderboards, fostering a lively community. While modern games dominate, retro titles provide a unique, accessible thrill that keeps arcades buzzing.