Combat Ops Entertainment-Columbus

Combat Ops Entertainment-Columbus

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the laser tag, axe throwing, and staff for creating fun, memorable experiences, especially for birthdays and group events. Many highlight the friendly, helpful staff and well-organized activities. However, some criticize short game durations, malfunctioning equipment, unclear team identification, and high prices. A few note limited arcade options or disorganized aspects, but overall, the majority recommend it for a unique, entertaining outing despite minor flaws.

About This Listing

Has Arcade Cabinets
Has Food
Has Pinball Machines
Good for kids
Has Virtual Reality
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.*

What to Expect from Pinball Tables in Arcades

Step up to a pinball table and dive into a vibrant, hands-on experience! Modern machines, like those from Stern or Jersey Jack, feature dazzling LCD screens, immersive themes (Star Wars, Stranger Things), and dynamic soundtracks. You’ll use flipper buttons to launch a steel ball, aiming for targets, ramps, and bumpers to rack up points. Each table has unique missions—hit specific targets to unlock bonuses or multiball modes for high-scoring chaos. Expect tactile thrills, flashing lights, and a lively crowd vibe, with tables rewarding skill and quick reflexes. Perfect for casual fun or competitive play, pinball delivers timeless arcade excitement in 2025.

What to Expect from Virtual Reality in Arcades

Step into virtual reality for a breathtaking adventure! Arcade VR stations boast advanced headsets (like Oculus or HTC Vive), motion controllers, and sometimes full-body tracking or treadmills. You’ll dive into games like Beat Saber or VR shooters, swinging, dodging, or aiming in 360-degree worlds with vivid visuals and immersive sound. Gameplay spans solo quests to multiplayer battles, with intuitive controls for all levels. Arcades offer vibrant, social VR zones, delivering a thrilling, cutting-edge experience in 2025.

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 Arcade Cabinets
Has Food
Has Pinball Machines
Good for kids
Has Virtual Reality
Has Prizes
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

100 Dillmont Dr

Columbus, Ohio 43235

Hours

Monday 12-10PM
Tuesday 12-6PM
Wednesday 12-10PM
Thursday 12-10PM
Friday 12-11:30PM
Saturday 11AM-11:30PM
Sunday 12-8PM

Customer Reviews

I had a great time celebrating my friend?s birthday at Combat Ops! We were lucky to get Spencer with us for axe throwing; he was thorough, funny, and extremely helpful! I would highly recommend giving this place a visit, there's no better place in Cbus for Axe Throwing!!

Took the kids out for a family night and had an absolute blast! The place is full of fun activities, including arcade games, laser tag, ax throwing, and so much more. The staff is courteous, professional, and very helpful! There is truly something for everyone here. I was actually pleasantly surprised that there was food, beverages, and even a bar. I had been here before when this was Colosseum X and was a bit hesitant that maybe it was the old place just renamed. That could not have been further from the

Kids enjoyed and maintained well. Definitely recommend friends and family.

I reserved a ?party room? for my boys birthday. The only good thing about the whole experience was the host. After waiting an hour and a half we were allowed access to the room and it was basically a freezer with no lights. Completely misinformed about the schedule of the night and bringing $170 worth of food that sat on a random cart until we were able to get access is to the room was a waste of money. I followed up via email the next day and still have not heard back from anyone. $500 was a rip off. I co

Such a great welcoming and warm staff! We had a great Christmas party with teens! The environment is stellar! The workers are well trained, paitiant with all the teens questions, and they ran the event smoothly!! The only reason they got 5 stars is because I can't give them 10 stars. Everything was clean and they were so easy to work with prior and during the event. I will be booking another event here soon.

4/1/21First time here with the family. Having a blast. I suggest getting the membership if you even plan on going once more, great value. Great employees, helpful, instructive, engaging and just plain nice. 5/15/22. Another wonderful time here. Not only a fun time, but the staff/management is outstanding here. They all work to make your experience here fun, enjoyable and appreciated. Wish more places had this kind of service for family adventures.

Unfortunately had a terrible experience. Paid $50 for an arcade card. Won over 1000 tickets at least according to the games we played. Went to check our balance after we played and had 800 tickets. Left with a handful of candy. I don't recommend unfortunately.

It was much better than I expected. Justin I believe, might have been a different name, was funny and made us feel welcome. Not as unique as Coliseum X was, but still fun. And had great deals!

Didn't know what to do on Saturday wanted to have some fun and met Maquin in laser tag he helped us through everything and guided us with the rules. Great service by him it was so much fun!!!! Definitely check the place out for sure

Best laser tag I've ever been to lots of fun with a group would recommend! Maquin did an amazing job with us and the laser tag. very friendly and happy made the experience better!

Hosted company outing. Staff opened up early for us to accommodate our timing. Laser tag was the funnest! Large rooms and enough equipment for our staff - 45.

Came for our department Christmas Party. We had a great time! None of us have ever been axe throwing before. It was an evening full of fun and laughter. Definitely going to be coming back again!

Great experience! Staff was so nice and really helpful. Maquin was great and made the experience so much fun. Easily best laser tag in Columbus! Definitely recommend!

WOW! Yesterday, we had our son's 11th Birthday Party at Coliseum X and it was a great success! I wasn't sure about the venue since I hadn't been there previously but my son thought it sounded fun. We had eight 11 year-old boys there and it couldn't have gone smoother! From the planning on the phone (it took all of about 7 minutes to plan and book it with Jen) to the amazing experience we had throughout the party, it was the easiest and most relaxed birthday party I've ever had for my children. The pare

I cannot boast about how awesome this place is!! where else can you go on a Sunday and play 30 or more games of intense laser tag AND video arcade gamesfor only $29 and have some of the best workers around. I have to give a shout out to a few and the reasons.. Ace: I reference her as blonde. she is always the one that I can just walk up to and have a down to earth conversation with. she goes above and beyond to make sure you are happy. she even offered me ranch for my pizza. might sound silly, but I wouldn'

This is such a mixed bag. We did a 10yr old b day party here. But the bad is really bad and makes this place unsafe for children. The good: Staff was friendly, the place was clean, the games were fun. Kids had a blast playing the games and it kept them busy over 2 hours. The bad: There's one minor and one major complaint. The minor. There's no group rooms so you're out in the lobby but they do reserve a few high tables out there for you. It's honestly not a huge deal. The bigger issue is your ki

This place is fun and unique. It makes something as small and fun such as laser tag and ramps it up. Everything feels so realistic and then after that, you can hang out at the little arcade they have with air hockey being a personal favorite.

A lot of fun! I tried the axe throwing and laser tag. I wasn't very good at either, but it was a really good time!

Great place, went there for youth group. Cool arcade and even better laser tag. As a military kids appreciate the army themes going on here.

Laser tag was a blast with Maquin! He made us laugh and have a different experience with laser tag we have never had before, hope to visit again! ????

The boys had such a great time, and it may be one of the most relaxing parties I have ever hosted!

Went tonight 7/26 for a my husbands work gathering! Had an amazing time with everyone and loved getting really into the laser tag! Our sentry OUTLAW was amazing ! 10/10 recommend for company outings, staff bonding, friends and older kid parties! Will definitely be back

PROS: We did axe throwing. It was a fun mom's night out! CONS: I don't suggest taking kids here. The adults that frequent here don't seem to care about screaming cuss words as loud as they can despite there being some young kids around. I've noticed inconsiderate people all over Columbus seems to be a common thing these days.

Went for a birthday party. My brother thought he paid for our whole party to play laser tag and get drinks. And he got some arcade money too. Turns out no adults are included in a bday party. So we paid over $70 for myself and my husband to play with our kids. They only have about 8 different arcade games and mostly shooter games and claw games. I bought tokens and barely could use them all. The bar seemed to be the only good part but it was way too expensive though so we didn't even have a drink. We went

We had a great birthday party here for my 10 year old son and his friends today. Kyle was awesome at helping us through the registration and set up process and the party was well run. Our sentry was on top of the game and dealt with the kids well. Everything was on time and most importantly the kids had a blast! We did the 5 laser tag sessions with a $10 game card and would definitely do that again!

Coliseum X did a great job accommodating my group of 16 high school students for laser tag. The games were well managed, and workers were really polite and helpful. They have three large "arenas" with a variety of weapons and game styles. As a courtesy, the employees even threw in a $10 arcade card for each of us, so the kids could have some fun between tag matches. We had a great time.

Horrible experience overall. Axe throwing was nice. Laser tag had equipment malfunctions and they refused to swap it out with one that did. The sentry treated me like she thought I was dumb. Just excuses on how I wasn't ?hitting my target? Even friendly fire wouldn't register, I tried to show her with my son?s vest and she wouldn't listen. Don't waste your money here it's way overpriced as it is. Let alone the horrible customer service. Good thing I didn't book my sons birthday party before checking the pla

Had a phenomenal time here for our corporate party! Staff were incredible and very flexible to suit our party?s needs. Jen & staff were so great to plan with and were incredible hosts. This wasn't like your traditional laser tag and we loved it. Multiple different arenas, choice of weapons, and tons of different game play to choose from. Highly recommend :)

Had a great time. Our youth from church loved it. Pizza was good, unlimited drinks & staff was very friendly. Kyle was very nice to us the entire time. We will be back for sure.

We hosted our company holiday party and rented the space for a private event. We had plenty of room to eat, play games, and socialize. The venue took care of the food order, setup, and clean up which was such a big help. Everything was so organized for our group of around 80 people it made hosting the event a breeze. Everyone loved the laser tag and axe throwing, and the color coded teams made everything very organized for that size of a group. The bartenders kept the lines moving and the event staff were

We had fun for our first laser tag outing and the kids had fun too however, we spent $139 for 5 of us for the 3 games of laser tag and I just wasn't impressed. The games lasted less than 5 minutes and there wasn't any real organization to how the games were to be played. Equipment wasn't functioning properly during one of our games and this leads me to believe that this may be the cause for the short game time. I will give the team member props for allowing us to do another game when equipment was not funct

Kids had a great time the only thing I would say is that it is pretty expensive compared to like a Dave & Buster's

It was fun and the staff really was great. We were very unclear on what games we could join and waited quite a while. We should have asked for guidance sooner. I've got to note though, it's super creepy to have little kids running around with realistic replicas of guns that make a disturbing sound when you hit someone. I prefer to be able to choose guns that go pew-pew and play rather than practice killing people. Ax throwing was significantly more fun than expected. Decent video game selection.

I was very satisfied with our experience. The kids loved it and it gave them a sense of independence. As parents, I felt like the kids were safe and well entertained without it being to micromanaged. My oldest wants to go back with her basketball team.

We drove 2.5 hours to have my little boy's 9th birthday party at Coliseum X, and it was totally worth it. We had an absolute blast! This isn't your typical laser tag...this really is extreme! We had both kids and adults playing, and everyone was laughing and having the best time. We also had 30 minutes of private Nerf battling, and it was SO FUN! I would definitely do this again...maybe even for my own birthday! Coliseum X is THE PLACE to go for a fun time in Columbus.

Last time I only gave 4 stars but this time there, the bathrooms were impeccable once again! This establishes the first time was not a fluke. The staff is polite and helpful. My kids loved axe throwing.

My group and I had an awful experience here. The arenas are so small and they put you with other random people and split your group up even when you pre-book online. Employee giving instructions was unclear and mumbled. People who were supposedly on my team shot me before the timer even started and they were not reprimanded. We left in the middle of the first game. Overall a disappointing experience and waste of money. I cannot recommend going here at all.

We had a great time! It's a lot harder than it looks, but don't be deterred. Even our youngest got some strikes. Staff is excellent. "Wolf," in particular, was very patient with us and or shenanigans.

This place is a lot of fun! We celebrated my son's birthday here over the weekend. Thorn and the rest of the staff were so helpful, engaged, and accommodating, which made for a great experience. The laser tag and nerf wars arenas are well maintained and set up nicely. The arcade provides a nice change of pace when you're done with battling in the arenas. I would highly recommend for birthdays, work events, or just dropping in for some fun.

Won't be back for laser tag. This place should invest in better software for improved game play experience. This place has potential but game play gets boring when guns are constantly malfunctioning (I needed reset in 2/3 games with 2 different guns on two different teams) and more time is spent identifying who is an enemy or teammate than having fun due to the similar team colors which this place prides itself on having to make for a more "realistic" tactical experience. This place also says that not disp

We had an absolutely blast. Adults were like big kids again. Thank you for making this Birthday celebration epic!!! We will be back for more fun soon??

This place is so fun for all ages. We booked a birthday party for our 7 year old. Everyone in our group played laser tag and received an arcade card to play. All of the staff was super nice and helpful. Clean facility.

We hosted our team holiday party and had a great time with the axe throwing, arcade, and laser tag package. It was an easy process to plan the event and was able to book during the afternoon before public opening hours, so had the place essentially to ourselves.

Good experience, three different areas for Laser Tag, Difficult to tell who is on your "team", only have a sash type bandolier with black, tan or other drab color. Could not tell when guns fired or where opposing fire came from. They need smoke machines to make "lasers" show up. Had a party of 10, all had fun and the game card included for participants was enjoyed by all.

My son organized a party at Coliseum X because he and his friends wanted an alternative to attending their school's Homecoming dance. They had a blast! The staff is incredibly professional and attentive. The owner accommodated a last minute request to add food, and the manager on site checked in multiple times to ensure that everything was going smoothly. I highly recommend Coliseum X, especially for a party or event.

Fun times for the kids. Alcohol available

HIGHLY RECOMMEND. I could rave on and on and on about this place but I will try to keep it short. I threw my 7 year olds birthday party here and our party ended up being much larger than we were expecting. We had about 18 kids + their families. The whole staff was a true pleasure to work with. They were so accommodating, patient and kind with us. EVERYONE, from the kids to the adults, had such a great time. The pizza/food/drinks were delicious. THANK YOU to the whole staff for making it a such an enjoyable

Total ripoff- signed up for 30 minutes laser tag and got 20 min MAX. Not worth it? find somewhere else to go and spend your money

Everyone had a great time!! The laser tag games were awesome!!

We had our son's birthday party here and everyone (kids & adults) had a blast! Highly recommend! We had originally scheduled it when the snowstorm hit and they were so helpful with waiting to see if it missed us and then moving the date when it didn't. They were extremely fast in getting back with us and making sure we were covered.

This was our second party at Colosseum X. Sam (I assume he's the manager) helped us and went the extra mile to make sure we were having a good time. Great experiences. I'm sure we'll be back soon. Thanks!!!

I hosted a party with 15 teenage football players and many of their parents. We had delicious pizza and salad provided through Coliseum X. The teenagers did laser combat and both the teenagers and adults did axe throwing. All had a great time. I would highly recommend it. Price was very reasonable for the great quality experience we got. We will do it again!!

The kids had a blast! The set up is chaotic. Lots of tables but parties aren't separated so there were a table of obnoxious kids piled up next to us being loud and inconsiderate to the point someone had to come tell them to chill out and stay chill during the next mission because they were intimidating younger kids. Seating is extremely uncomfortable. We ordered a large pizza and some drinks. 45 minutes later my husband went to ask about the pizza and we were informed the pizza was doughy so they were re

Today was my son?s 15th birthday and he, my 21 year old daughter and I decided to pop in and play laser tag (my daughter had been here once and thought he'd love it.). I had to come on here and leave a review because we had an absolute blast!!! My son was treated special by the staff from the moment we arrived, even as a random walk-in on an unusually busy Sunday. The front desk gave him a free arcade game card for his birthday, which he really appreciated. Canon was the staff who led all our laser tag adve

First time here for my sons 10th birthday, all the boys were already begging me to bring them back before our reservation was even over. The staff was VERY PATIENT with my whole party & super attentive. They were very organized when it came to the 5 games of laser tag we chose, once again VERY PATIENT. I had 13 boys in my party so that information alone means a lot! Thank you to ALL the staff that helped even outside of my reserved party staff, we will be coming back!

First and foremost I want to say that our host Cassandra was incredible. She was very pleasant and made sure we had everything that we needed which is why I gave the 2 stars. We had my sons 11th birthday party here and opted for the Gellyball and laser tag. It also came with arcade games. There were not a ton of arcade games to play. The guy who helped with the tag games didn't seem very enthused and acted like he didn't want to be there. ( I do understand it probably gets repetitive and annoying telling ki

Had an absolutely amazing time! Huge thanks to Spencer for being an awesome host

Many of the sights on the guns didn't work. It was fun once you get the hang of it. We paid for a kids birthday party and our group wasn't allowed games on their own, or allowed to choose what games were played and which arena. The staff did take care of us but was overall unenthusiastic and seemed like they wished they were somewhere else. Overall it was fun but there is a lot of room for improvement.

It's was fun. But overly expensive! We spent $75 and only got and hour of throwing the ax. We oder one drink a piece my girlfriend and I. So total bill after and hour $108. People were nice and respectful. Can't complain on about that part. Just wasn't worth it

If I could rate with a 0 I would. The Nerf guns for Nerf wars don't shoot the darts and the room is very tiny. Laser tag guns don't shoot or sense being shot, so you basically walk around until the timer is over. The "arenas" for laser tag might actually just be storage rooms for the facility, as they are not very creative or well designed. The "arcade" consists of 9 games, that will take the credits off your game card and not allow you to play. Very disorganized customer service, and if you say something t

We had a group outing for our youth group this afternoon and the kids had a blast! Everything was explained well for how to play and our sentry did an awesome job explaining each mission (we did 5) and making sure everyone had fun. Before our event time was over the kids were already asking about when we could come back again and we definitely plan on scheduling another event here.

At first, I was skeptical about hosting a professional team building event at presumably a children's party place. Boy, was I ever wrong. This was single handedly the most fun I have had as an adult in a very, very long time! Not only was the management and service staff an absolute dream, our event was perfectly executed. The 20 person sales team had a fantastic time. The food was excellent and arrived on time. A tremendous bonding experience that will leave us with so many fond memories and great pics. Ta

I celebrated my birthday here and had a group of people ranging in age from 13 to 72. It was fantastic!! We all had so much fun. The staff was warm and welcoming. The games were a blast. One of the best birthdays ever. I will definitely be back!!

Went here a few months ago and the staff was very awesome. Lots of variety of arenas which resemble more 'real world' places opposed to the standard run of the mill Sci-Fi arena type places. Had a blast there and I think it was priced great also. Will definitely go back sometime. Great fun, even for adults.

Fine. Coliseum X does multiple things okay, but because they don't specialize in one they suffer. With laser tag, axe/knife throwing, AND an arcade there seems to be too much for them to focus on to ensure a solid experience on all aspects. While there IS a bar (bonus points), the laser tag course, while very fun, is a little grimy and busted up, the axe area could use some freshening up (new axes and boards that aren't so chewed up), and half the arcade games are partially busted. Fun if you don't expect m

Had a double party for my 2 daughters birthdays. We did the combo nerf war and 3 missions of laser tag! They also got to play on the arcade games. It was a blast!!! My oldest daughter who turned 14 and my youngest who turned 7. Everyone was able to partake and everyone had a lots of fun! 10 of 10 would recommend! We will be back don't you worry about the that!!

Our son?s birthday is in late December and I promised him before school was out that he could actually have a laser tag party for his 10th birthday. I called Coliseum X and with the first conversation with Jenn I was already impressed. She was so so personable and walked me through everything. Fast forward to the day of the party, we decided to include the dads with the sons. The party was everything and more that my son wished for and it was all due to the amazing details and the staff. Daria and Beta (

First time here! Check in process was really easy, staff was very friendly. We did the laser tag and the three maps were very different and fun. The equipment needs some fixing. There were times that the guns were not fully working. The colors of the vests are also too similar. It was very hard to distinguish which people to shoot. Prices were a little High for 3 games of laser tag. Wish there was a package for families or at least kids pricing. Did not expect to pay adult prices for my 6 year olds. Overal

Fantastic experience for my 10 year old?s birthday party. Party pack with pizza was very reasonable and the staff took excellent care of the whole group. Special thanks to Sam for ensuring all of the boys were entertained the entire time.

We held my son's 7th birthday here and it was a blast. we played laser tag and the boys had so much fun. the equipment was a little big for them but they didn't care and were still able to play just fine. the staff was great and i was very happy to only have to do minimal work to prepare and to not have to clean up! highly recommend!

We had a blast playing tactical laser tag but we were very disappointed that we arrived at 830 and even though they didn't close u til 10 we couldn't do axe throwing.

Brought a group of teen boys and they have had a wonderful time. The staff has been great, very nice, very helpful. Even the other patrons have been really nice. One of the boys lost their additional game card but a gentleman returned it to us. The lobby is very clean. I just don't care for the stools at the tables. No backs on them, and I had to use them over 2 hours while the boys played Lazer tag. We will definitely come back. Great place.

We went for a corporate event and I will definitely take my kids (28, 19, &17) back for a family night of fun. The laser tag area was great and the ax throwing was a blast. The owners were extremely nice and as a veteran I love patronizing veteran owned businesses, which they are. All of the military flags are hanging for people to see upon walking in the doors. The pizza and wings were hot and very good. Thank you for a great time. ~Robert

Siren explained all the games perfectly, answered any questions we had with patience, and was a great example of someone that loves their job. Coliseum should be ecstatic that they have such a great employee that cares. Will definitely come back again!

After a slow start, we did our first ever corporate laser tag and axe throwing event and had a blast. Staff was great and helpful. Everyone was commenting the next day on how much fun they had. My team won every game, which generated conspiracy theories but we were just that awesome.

What a fun and exciting place! We had our annual company field day there and the staff was great, specifically Bolt and Torch. The pizza was very tasty and the laser tag was so much fun and the arenas were awesome! The only thing I wish we could have had was stats for the laser tag hits and kills.

The equipment ?guns? did not work properly. The communication was bad and when you shot a laser, it didn't even shoot and people would get out automatically for no reason. The girl there didn't even know what to do. Also, it looks like there used to be an office there and they just bought a building and apparently created their own ?lasertag?. There is nothing to see here and do not waste your money!

It was really fun! I did find that not all the guns would pick up on getting hit in laser tag. But it was really fun! I will definitely do it again!

We had a NERF/ Laser tag birthday party for our son who just turned 7. The staff was great and super accommodating when we had to change the date of the party due to a conflict. The kids had a great time, and we feel like we definitely got our money?s worth!

Was dropping my son off to a birthday party that was being held and I decided to go in and see what this place was all about, during entering the building I was greeted and I let them know it's my first time there and what's going on and the woman there was named Zen and she was so patient and explained everything to me and was very helpful and polite I would definitely be coming back and bring the family. Kudos great customer service

I cannot believe it, we actually drove for more than 2 hours expecting a good time! Well for what it is worth, we were (NOT) disappointed. My party of 10, kids and adults had a great time and the staff was amazing. Being a Military Veteran owned business shows through on how well things were organized. As a veteran myself, I was happy to see the organization of the activities, how clean the facility was and how friendly the staff was. I am glad we made the trip from Grand Rapids Ohio and had a great Birthd

I booked an event for axe throwing here for a family members birthday. When we got there they told us that we had cancelled the event by email. We had not cancelled and had no idea what they were talking about. The group of 4 employees behind the front desk all looked at us confused until they finally got a manager. The manager made us feel extremely uncomfortable as if we were really causing them a lot of problems by having to fit us in. When they finally were able to accommodate us for our scheduled

Our first experience at Coliseum X was celebrating my son's birthday. We were very impressed by the friendly staff and all of thebgame options available. We did opt to chose Nerf Wars for our party but did appreciate we could have had a combo party (Laser Tag and Nerf Wars). Unlike other parties, the party host created games and chalenges which were fun for the kiddos and adults. There is also a bar/restaurant within the establishment which made party food planning easy and convenient. The adults in the g

Had a great time! Took a group of 20 here for a corporate event. Owner Jen went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Laser tag, arcade games, axe throwing, and a bar. It was an amazing time!! I highly recommend taking any friends, family, employees, or coworkers here!!!

Its got great bones, but seems to be missing a lot of things to make it actually cool. The different guns are cool, but when we went, the tan team literally only had 3-4 of the options advertised and 90% of the guns available were shotguns or pistols. A number of them were missing buttons, or the screens had error codes. The guns themselves have no sensors so everyone just held the gun over barriers or around corners and shot you. Also the team members were not enthusiastic at all. Games were described as ?

Great fun. Took my son for his birthday with friends. Able to walk in and play within 20 minutes. Clean bathrooms and facility. Would be 5 stars but on my first time playing my gun didn't work right so I lost 5 minutes easy of playing time and was shot a couple times trying to get fixed. Fun experience and most of all my son had a blast.

Thank you Coliseum X for making our son?s birthday party a huge success! Coliseum X?s manager Michael and his team went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly. Their work ethics were impeccable! Thanks to the team our son and his friends had a great time!!!

Absolutely wonderful family night gathering we had! We had 5 rounds of laser tag, 40 credits of arcade AND ax throwing for a great deal. The workers were very accomodating with me as the host of 20 people. You'll feel like a kid again.

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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 pinball tables still good in this modern age?

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.

Are virtual reality games in arcades worth playing?

Yes, virtual reality (VR) games in arcades are a top attraction in 2025! Titles like Beat Saber and Half-Life: Alyx deliver immersive thrills with cutting-edge headsets, motion tracking, and responsive controllers. High-resolution displays and spatial audio create heart-pounding experiences, from slashing rhythms to battling zombies. Arcades feature multiplayer VR zones and tournaments, fostering lively communities. VR booths are regularly packed, proving their captivating, next-level gameplay makes them a must-try arcade experience.

Why are arcade prize games so exciting to play?

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.