GamerNook Esports & Virtual Reality Gaming Center

GamerNook Esports & Virtual Reality Gaming Center

Reviews Summary

The consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with most reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Customers praise the high-quality gaming equipment (including VR and PCs), welcoming atmosphere, and friendly, passionate staff (especially the owner). Many highlight the clean, modern ambiance with impressive RGB lighting, comfortable setup, and delicious drinks/snacks. The venue is noted as great for both kids and adults, with birthday parties and events being particularly enjoyable. A few mention occasional issues with hours, but the overall experience is described as top-notch, affordable, and unique—making it a highly recommended local gem for gamers and families alike.

About This Listing

Has Tournaments
Has Consoles
Good for kids
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.*

Features

Has Tournaments
Has Consoles
Good for kids
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

1334 Lakewood Rd Suite 19

Toms River, New Jersey 08755

Hours

Monday 2-10PM
Tuesday 2-10PM
Wednesday 2-10PM
Thursday 2-10PM
Friday 2-10PM
Saturday 2-10PM
Sunday 2-10PM

Customer Reviews

As a Esports Center connoisseur, I will say that this one by far is the best one I've seen. I've visited gaming center all over the country and even in KR. The owner Lincoln is super courteous and helpful. Definitely worth a visit and to check out the VR which was an amazing experience. Or play over a hundred games on custom built computers. And to top it all off, they got modern and older consoles. All in all, I would say that this is by far one of the best entertainment experiences one can get for the pri

The place is pretty cool but I took my grandson twice. But now, every time I go, even though it says it's open, it's closed and then he doesn't return calls.I don't know what's going on.???

Modern LAN/Hangout spot. L337 (LEET) water and milk shakes are next level. Pun intended. Atmosphere is great, Also the VR is fun and will exhaust your kids out to just like mine did. Let's say I got a peaceful night sleep during that night. The owner seems very passionate about this place and I can't wait for there to be more events in the future to attend! Lots of Omni directional VR stations!

You will not find another place like this in Jersey. I swear to you. This place is seriously out of a Sci-Fi movie and it's AWESOME. The design is flawless. Loaded with more then 20 high end Gaming-PCs with a variety of games to play, there is no other place that does it so well. They got a full on VR full body set, Consoles, amazing shakes and amazing customer service. Also the rates are good! $11 for an hour $22 for 3 hours. Compared to some places like in this in the west of the country, it's great

Wow! Don't know where to start, LINCOLN was so amazing and passionate about gaming and VR! Place was brand new and gorgeous. Me and my wife had an amazing time. will definitely be back and recommend to my buddies

I've been coming here frequently, the owner Lincoln really has a passion for this place and what he's doing. It's definitely a place to hangout and it's an overall awe of RGB lighting/setup. Just walk in and take a look around if your in the area.

This place is lit! Great hardware, lots of great games, a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Can't wait to go back.

This place opened next to the hobby shop which I frequent, and it's a perfect hangout spot. Me and my friends constantly stay there for hours on end, and it's a great experience. There's a good atmosphere, and the drinks they make in house are amazing, especially pumpkin spice and green tea. They also have snacks available, and they're very hygienic with cleaning equipment after use, preparing drinks, and the rest. You can also borrow a controller/headset if you'd like or bring your own if you feel inclined

Great place with a well made atmosphere and up to date gaming hardware. The owner/manager is very passionate about the place and, has a friendly attitude toward others.

The guy that runs this place, Lincoln, has to be on the nicest dudes around. Incredibly helpful and easy to talk to. The place itself it also priced very well compared to the competition in the area. The atmosphere is awesome with genuinely great techno music playing throughout, with comfy chairs, candy and very good blended drinks. The VR is a ton of fun as expected, and the gaming PCs are nice and accomodating. Check this place out as soon as you can, you won't regret it!

I had my son's 10th Bday there this past Sunday and it was such an incredible experience. We had the whole place to ourselves. He had stations setup for the games we wanted to play in advance. Service is top notch! Also, he made us some amazing shakes! Definitely going back!

When I tell you this place is amazing it is. From the amazing layout of the PCs and consoles/vr, to the delicious shakes. The whole vibe of the place is immaculate! I would Definitely recommend this to any body who loves video games. The owner and staff are the nices people around. I'm so happy they opened something like this cause this area really needed it. Definitely will be coming back

Made plans for the weekend and when I came it was closed even though it said it's open for another two hours

This is the best place I've been to. The games are amazing especially the Virtual Reality part. The owner is also so nice and it's a great environment for kids and adults! Best store in Toms River

This place is out of this world. My girlfriend and I came in today just to check it out and ended up staying for 3 HOURS!!!!! I would definitely recommend this place to any and everybody. I'm not sure of the guy who works there name(white guy with long black hair) but he was super helpful and nice to the both of us. Will definitely be coming back for more.

This place is great! Super kid and adult friendly. We stopped in because the place looks so cool and inviting from the outside. We wanted to see what it was all about. Lincoln was working there and allowed my 3 kids a free play time at the screens. They were so excited even my four year old was able to have his own play area. After a couple minutes my husband and I sat and played as well. What a great idea for the kids. They even host a coding camp in June per the owner and my daughter will definitely be in

This place is great. Its really top of the line and big. I had fun playing with the switch, and my bf tried the VR (which he always wanted to try haha). Staff is really nice and helpful, they make you feel comfortable. Everything is clean and the chairs are so comfortable. I recommend this place to everyone ?? (p.s the drinks here are delicious!)

Great place and environment to change up the video game norm. Unique idea and it beats kids hanging at the mall. Clean fresh and the people are very nice that work here. Highly recommend. Thought it would be a one and done for us but we will definitely be back and make it a thing. Priced reasonably!

This place is amazing. It looks like a science fiction stargate/star destroyer command bridge. It's also super affordable and the drinks, especially the green tea is amazing. I hear they do birthday parties as well, I would definitely do a kids birthday party here. Seems like a great place just to hang out and try out all the latest games

I had my sons 9th bday party here, it was great. They had so much fun and were very well tended to. Highly recommend!

This place is awesome! My son and I stopped in there today and was offered 2 free hours of gameplay from Lincoln (Owner/Manager.) He was very personable and passionate about his new venture! The design, ambience and even the background music makes you feel a certain type of way- very welcoming! All the equipment is high quality.. from the gaming equipment to the chairs, lighting and the juice bar! I highly recommend the green tea smoothie/shake! Top notch! I can't wait for the coding camp for son! Gaming is

This is an amazing entertainment venue that's just what the Toms River area (or any area) needs. **Fellow parents - this will be THE hottest birthday spot, mark my words!!** GamerNook is chock full of cutting-edge gaming PC's, consoles, & VR machines, all with super comfortable gaming chairs. The decor is futuristic & snazzy. GamerNook is clean & serves an eclectic menu of drinks & snacks. The venue also appears to be clean & well-sanitized. The owner, Lincoln, is passionate about gaming. He & his helpful

Me and several buddies went here to play some Cold War similar to what we use to do back in the day and ended up having a great time. -PCs are well equipped, monitors 144hz -Staff and owner were helpful, personable and more then happy to accommodate us -Ambiance is professional and modern You go in, pay for how many hours you want to stay, and then play any number of games they have available.

The owner of this place is incredibly accommodating, willing to teach, and very very friendly. The experience was 10/10 and I cannot wait to go back.

This was one of the funniest experiences I had so far the person who made the gamenook had a good idea k suggest coming here if you like handing they have (pcs xboxs and virtual reality Bach tracking headsets

I'm a college student and this place is really good! Always opens on time and the owner is very helpful!

The best place to play went here for a birthday party today the girl here was kinda hot and the guy was a great man. Best place ever

This place is AMAZING!!! The atmosphere brings you to a completely different place , extremely well equipped aswell , ive never seen a place like it

The VR games were cool, couldn't get a hang of the sliding treadmill thing though. Great time

4 stars because personal got nauseous. Virtual Reality was first handily satisfying to experience. Beware of motion sickness.

I brought my camp here. Lincoln is the greatest !!! We had the best time.

The nicest man really laid back high quality stuff highly recommend google earth on vr leaves tips

This is the best ESports near the area, the employees have on of the nicest attitudes I have seen and the computers and VR place run smooth and with no problem.

It all good and great person who works there but the music is a little too loud

This place looks and feels like home for gamers run by good ppl and kept clean and ready to go even in todays world

Lincoln was amazing and helpful, we WILL be coming back because of him!!! This page is awesome!!!!

Kids had a great time. Very friendly and helpful staff!

The workers are super nice and they run a great business and they just opened and they are very awesome

Great customer service and comfy chairs lots of amazing games clean and chill environment

Great and entertainment

very good was here like a min a go very underrated i love it

Awesome place for a kids birthday party

Really nice play to chill out with you gamer friends

great place for the family, something for all ages

Amazing place for trying to play some games

Amazing place I definitely recommend

It was so cool and super fun

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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.”