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55 W Nepessing St
Lapeer, Michigan 48446
We visited the arcade below. Great selection of games. Quite a decent library of pinball machines too. I'm looking forward to making time for the boardgames night too. My family and I enjoyed the atmosphere and had a good time.
I was genuinely impressed with this place. I'm not one for going out, let alone throwing axes, but this was fun. The guy gave good directions and provided our group coaching. Within a few throws, we were all looking like pro's. Even the youngest, at 10, enjoyed it. Once we were done with the axe, we ventured downstairs to a decent sized arcade where the kids had a lot of fun. I absolutely recommend this place, even to those of us who remember when a TV only had 3 channels.
We have been here several times taking part in all they have to offer. A great selection of arcades games in excellent working order, board games for all ages and skill levels, and we finally tried the axe throwing lanes. Great coaching, we went from newbies to hitting bullseyes within our time slot. The environment is focused on safety and inclusivity. Fun snacks and excellent selection of sodas. The personality of the owners is all over the place adding great vibes. Axecadia is great for all ages. Special
Great little hang out place. Arcade in the downstairs, and axe throwing up stairs. Our "trainer" was thorough and fun. We played a few games and enjoyed the hour. Enjoyed the giant clogs even.more, so much fun!! Love that it wasnt pver crowded. We will return.
Amazing Place! Axe Throwing is so much fun, and the Arcade has a ton of great games and Pinball Machines. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Bring the kids and have a blast!
Awesome place and great atmosphere. Have already taken my kids a few times. Selection ranges from games that are great for kids to a bunch of the old classics for us who come from the 80s. Don't listen to the guy who said it was a poor selection... Chris and Christina are trying to appeal to ALL and more games are coming. Great business and better people.
Very cool place. Nice employees, very helpful with axe throwing. The machines weren't all broken down and out of order like a lot of other arcades
So much fun! We celebrated our daughter's 10th birthday at Axecadia. Best party we've had! Very accommodating and kind. The adults had just as much fun as the kids!
If you love old arcade games and are throwing this is the place to go! It's must and warm but fun.
Definitely a good atmosphere every time we go here. Arcade games range from $1.00-.25. A decent amount of pinball machines and a few arcade games. Haven't done the axe throwing there yet, but I'm sure within time we will try that out. Tuesday nights they started a pinball tournament. Definitely check this place out if you get a chance.
Been here multiple times now. Always a great family atmosphere. They just added Rampart too which unlocked some great childhood memories. They have multiple premium pinball machines and some classics as well as a bunch of video cabinets. My brother and I like to meet up every other Sunday to have a gaming day. My son and my niece never get bored and always look forward to it. The owners are a very nice family always making sure the environment is great for all ages. Great prices on snacks and drinks and the
My husband and I came here for a date night with another couple and had the best time! We showed up a little bit before our friends and decided to check out the arcade area downstairs. The walls were lined with all different games, old and new. They were fun to play! We played the pinball machines! We then went upstairs to throw axes which was also a blast! Our instructor (I believe was the owner) was hilarious! We had a great time. My husband ended up bringing our 9yr old son there weeks later and he loved
This is getting to be one of my favorite little retreats here in Lapeer. After all it always feels good to feel like a kid again!
Had a great time today throwing axes! Cute place, nice little arcade downstairs. Christina was very fun and helpful, you can tell she loves her job! Would come back if I'm ever in the area ??
It's alright but the place is small, axe's are beat up and handles different size , price is spendy for what's included for the hour rental.
Nostalgic, a blast from the past. So many pin ball games. I didn't get to do axe throwing but I was completely satisfied downstairs playing the original super Mario bro. I would definitely say the arcade is for the older crowd who wants revisit their childhood.
The first time I took my nephew there was to play some arcade games and pinball. Had a blast for an hour and a half. The place was clean as well as the restrooms. I brought my girlfriend there the next week to throw some axes. The owner was friendly and gave excellent instructions. We went in the afternoon and the place definitely gives off "Family" vibes. Will definitely come back and would wholeheartedly recommend this to my friends and family.
Very clean and organized facility that is tons of fun. Pinball costs range from 3 tokens (75cents) to 4 tokens ($1.00). Axe throwing as of a couple weeks ago was $25/person if bought online. My husband and I did both and enjoyed the experience a lot. :)
We absolutely love Axecadia! Our teenagers are regulars there every weekend, and now they've added Tuesdays to their schedule to join the exciting pinball tournament. Axecadia is also our go-to destination for fun date nights. The lively atmosphere, engaging activities, and friendly staff make each visit a memorable experience for our whole family!
Great family place....they have a game night on Thursday every week....all are welcome and fun times by all....there is an arcade on the lower level of the building with approximately 30 (or more) full size arcade video games. Also fun for the adults and teens is the Axe throwing.....they also have some Wonderful pretzels with cheese that are the best in Lapeer.....When you stop in Christina & Chris will take great care of you.....
Axecadia was the location I selected for surprise birthday party for my wife. We had lots of fun, even had a kid axe throwing set up. We had the private room and 1.5 hours of lane access. It was a blast will definitely be going here again.
The coolest place to hang in Lapeer. Chris is a wizard with refurbishing these retro games to their original glory. The staff is kind and professional. Perfect spot to get your nostalgia on and experience something new at the same time!
Fun place, friendly staff. The axe throwing was great. A few coin-eaters in the arcade, but there's a good variety of games to check out.
Love coming here on Thursday nights ?? for Board Game Night! Staff is very friendly and they run great Axe ?? Throwing Lanes and they have an arcade with a good balance of old and new games.
What an amazing addition to downtown Lapeer! So many ways to make memories with family and friends!! They have the axe throwing, you can play the awesome arcade games, or they have several different board or card games you can play!! They have yummy snacks and drinks to chose from, or they will let you bring in your own!! The family that owns this business is so sweet and they sure have created a great family atmosphere!!
Just came from opening night. GREAT spot! Chris and Christina are awesome hosts. Check-in was fast and our axe coach did a solid job teaching us. Lanes are well lit, solid and safe. Plenty of room to mill around the main areas. Sound levels were good, you just have to get used to the thunk of the occasional dropped axe. Really enjoyed the entire experience, and we're looking forward to going back!
Axecadia is so much fun! Love the retro arcade games...brings back fond childhood memories. Axe throwing is a blast!
We had a great time at Axecadia! My daughter celebrated her 13th birthday here. With help from the awesome instructors the kids were all getting bullseyes! After axe throwing we went down to the arcade and played a bunch of games. Then we went back upstairs and the kids played board games and ate snacks. All of the employees were so nice and the place has an awesome atmosphere! We will be back!
Celebrated a birthday here with a group and it was so much fun! The staff was very accommodating, friendly and welcoming. They had great snacks and drinks. A fun time was had by all. Highly recommend and will definitely go again!
Would rate higher, If I could. The kids had fun playing arcade games. They have 2 private party rooms that are in process. The axe throwing looked neat. They have many snacks to eat while playing. Very clean and spacious. Well be back.
When this place opened I went right to the downstairs with a pocket full of quarters a played their pinball selection. I am a pinball fan and for the room they have, the selection is great. Dracula, Starship Troopers, and even Total Annihilation are here and ready to play. After my quarters ran out I made my way upstairs and threw axes for an hour session. The staff was amazing. They taught me exactly what I needed to know to nail a bullseye almost every time. I couldn't hit squat at first. I'm not the bigg
Axecadia is awesome! Really cool environment with great customer service. We found both the axe throwing and arcade areas to be clean and well kept. All in all, we had a fun time and will definitely be coming back. Perfect place for a date night, birthday party, or group event.
Most unique spot around! Super cool place to have a good time, including axe throwing and many arcade games. With some sweet vintage machines. Or chill with a soda and snack in the open area. They even have rooms for get-togethers, birthday parties, etc. Super friendly and helpful staff. They will teach you axe throwing, if you've never done it. It is the most chill environment! You can go hang out in the lobby or grab some tokens and hit the arcade games. Or claw for a stuffy, if that's your jam. Also, sup
Great place for family fun. pinball down stairs is awesome along with all the other games and axe throwing was a blast! Would definitely recommend for familys of all ages.
The owners are probably the most real people you'll find when going into a business. they're friendly and take care of everything personally with everyone. the place is always kept clean along with the machines always kept working and clean and haven't had a problem with any of them and I've gone there countless times. it's not expensive to go there only costing a quarter to a dollar to use the machines just like old arcades. they allow outside food which most places you find don't allow that which is gre
An awesome place. Great instructors for first timers, and cool retro games. Well worth a visit.
We celebrated our son's 11th birthday at Axecadia. It was a huge hit. The staff set everything up for us. We just showed up and hit the arcade. Everyone had an amazing time. The parents may have been more excited than the kids because...nostalgia LOL. Keep Axecadia in mind for your next celebration!
Just an overall fun place. Nice place to hang out and as a new place it just has a homey vibe to it. The works are nice and it is family owned and the workers and just really nice to talk to. The axe throwing is nice and the games are great for just a chill out place with friends. Overall just a good place, it's as if homemade food was a place
Very nice people that love what they are doing and it shows. Vintage video games, pinball, axe throwing, and board games to keep you busy!
had a great time axe throwing! the owners themselves are in the building regularly and are very helpful! chris taught us how to properly throw axes, and showed us some fun games to play once we got the hang of it! awesome small business and great addition to lapeer:)
Absolutely great arcade! A must visit if you're anywhere near Lapeer! Staff were super nice and all of the games were in amazing condition!
EDIT: Regardless of how nice these folks are (and they are very nice no doubt!) it does not negate my review about the product/service they are offering. They state it's an "arcade" also, which is what my review is based on, and why I went. Video arcade system selection. Video games. Agreed they do have some 80s games cabs, but when Hang On arcade (motorcycle game) is just handlebars coming from an UPRIGHT cabinet (no actual seated bike like Hang On is remembered for) that's an issue. This shouldn't just be
My teens went with their friends and came home saying the staff was ?SO nice and fun? They let them sample the mocktails, which they said were delicious, and gave them a great first experience. So great that theres an Ax throwing place that is teen friendly. Most other places they have to be over 18. Very pleased.
Took my daughter to Axecadia for the first time and we had a blast! Axe throwing and arcade games and pinball!!! What's not to like. Fun and affordable!
This is an incredible business and such a fantastic addition to downtown Lapeer. This family has poured their heart into the remodeling and renovation process and created a modern and upscale atmosphere that still brings back nostalgic vibes from our childhood. We were grateful to be able to visit with our kids during opening weekend, and we will be back frequently!
Such a great place to take the whole family! The axe coaches will definitely help you hit the target and the arcade is full of a mix of classics and new machines! Great addition to Lapeer!
Axecadia was the perfect afternoon experience. The guides took their time explaining proper axe throwing techniques and the games that went along with it. It was truly a blast and the owners were delightful. Great establishment for an afternoon!!!
My wife and I went here for a date night. It was amazing, best date night spot! Exactly what downtown needed. Our family has a lot of summer birthdays and I know exactly where we are going to host them. Highly Recommend this venue!
Came here on a first date in 2023 and was greeted like family! Friendly staff. Checked out the arcade downstairs too and that was a blast too. A little pricey but well worth it!
Excellent experience. Took my son there for his birthday. Very good way to spend family time together. I also enjoyed the decor; a lot of attention to the details. Friendly staff.
This place is Amazing!! The Axe throwing was fun and the Video, pinball, skee ball games were so much fun!! Video games from when I was a kid!! I went straight back to the 80's!! I recommend this place 100%!!!!
Absolutely just love love love this place family owned. You can see all the love that was put into this place and the heart.. had the best time ever will bring my family back here Time and time again. Thank you!! DON?T LISTEN TO ANON!!! It amazing what you did! It's wonderful and it's about time there's a place to just have clean fun!!! You can see it was built with love and you put you heart in it. ITS GREAT
I live in lapeer and usually take the family to Mr zeros in oxford. the person talking about the arcade games is right. you needs better games. not just more games. axe throwing looked neat I must say. but we will continue to play at Mr zeros for the time being. a quote from Ron Swanson from the show parks and rec. "don't half*** two things, whole*** one thing."
Over priced on the ax throwing 27 dollars per person 12 n up and some of the arcades stole my tokens. Would recommend someone to work both levels at all times.
FUN TIME! NICE ATMOSPHERE WITH A COOL ARCADE! NICE PEOPLE!
Its alright but no booze. Also there's just no chicks there.
My favorite place to go to in Downtown Lapeer. Nostalgic arcade games, axe throwing, pinball tournaments, great snacks. The perfect place for the whole family
Wow amazing people! They really care about family?s and are making sure everyone has a great experience! Chris was amazing , happy to deal with him every time!!
We went to axecadia for the 1st time today, a group of 11, babies, grandbabies, we had a great time. They were very friendly and very affordable! And well be back!
This place was awesome and so fun! Christiana helped us learn everything and was very nice and funny ?? highly recommend for the arcade too
We had my sons 13th birthday party here and we had a blast! Beautiful place, great service. We'll be back for sure.
For Lapeer to have vintage pinball games is cool. Our experience was less then favorable and probably won't go back. ??
Cool place! Kiddos can enjoy the downstairs arcade and parents can do some axe throwing upstairs.
My wife and I came down for a night of axe throwing for the first time. Chris was extremely helpful and informative. It was a very good time. Good family owned business
Best arcade I've ever been to, the staff is super friendly and the owner is such an awesome guy. I would go back in a heartbeat and I feel like everyone should check this place out.
Great time with the family. Axe throwing and pinball was enjoyed by all!
Really excellent spot to play some classic arcade and axe throw! Totally love it here, definitely fun! :)
Good time and nostalgic. Played some pinball and video games for a couple hours.
This place is amazing. The pinball games are awesome, The retro video games are very cool and the board game lounge is great.
We loved our time here. We contacted Axecadia to see if they could open on a day and time they normally were not open. Very accommodating. Great time!
Very inexpensive, lots of beautiful retro arcade games, also they have Skee -ball!!
They teach you how to throw the axes and mind others in the vicinity. It was fun and I love that it has a lot to do in one place and in Lapeer.
Great place, my kids love the arcade games.
Great family friendly place! Owners were so kind and friendly as well. Perfect for a double date night!
GREAT games. All clean and running. Awesome vibe. We'll be back!
An excellent place with tons of retro game selections. Can't wait to visit again!
Went here for Mother?s Day and had a blast great staff and owners are incredible don't let this year end without you checking this place out
The wife , me and the kids had good time in the arcade.
Lots of pinball machines. Everything was under $1 to play.
Clean, fun. Can just walk in and enjoy yourself.
An eclectic collection of pinball in great working order.
Had a blast!!!! The staff was so helpful ??
Tons of fun for our whole family!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
Yes, pinball tables in arcades remain a blast. Their hands-on, skill-driven gameplay delivers a thrill digital games can’t match, blending nostalgia with modern flair. Newer tables from Stern and Jersey Jack feature LCD screens and themes like Avengers or Stranger Things, keeping things exciting. Arcades are seeing a pinball resurgence with vibrant scenes and tournaments like IFPA events drawing crowds. Though less common than video games, pinball’s tactile charm and community vibe make it a standout arcade experience in 2025.
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.
Arcade prize games are a thrilling highlight in 2025! Claw machines, skee-ball, and ticket-redemption games like basketball offer a rush of skill and chance, with rewards like plushies, toys, or electronics up for grabs. Modern machines feature vibrant lights, digital scoreboards, and responsive controls, amplifying the fun. The lively arcade atmosphere, with cheering crowds and buzzing energy, makes every win feel epic.