Gaming at the ORC

Gaming at the ORC

Reviews Summary

This gaming center is consistently praised as an exceptional venue for birthday parties and group events, appealing to all ages from toddlers to adults. Reviewers highlight the wide variety of entertainment options, including PCs, consoles, arcade games, VR, and even board games. The clean, well-organized space and attentive, friendly staff—especially the owner—receive frequent commendation. Many note the great value, seamless party experiences, and the center's ability to keep large groups entertained for hours. The glowing atmosphere, helpful service, and unique offerings make it a top choice for family fun in the area, with numerous guests planning repeat visits.

About This Listing

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.*

Contact Information

Address

325 Moore Dr

Vidor, Texas 77662

Customer Reviews

Very accommodating and responsive during set up. Had our son?s 12th birthday party and all the kids had a lot of fun. So many video games and computer games to keep them busy for hours. Support local businesses!

We have had my son?s birthday here two years in a row. It's a fun friendly atmosphere?. The kids love it because he has every game from Old school to the new? for all ages! Can't go wrong celebrating at the ORC!

Awesome place. They have PLENTY of things to do over here, especially Minecraft.

Place was clean and the owners are very attentive. Couldn't have asked for a smoother party! Plenty of things for everyone of each age to participate in.

Best Gaming in SETX. Love having birthday parties here. The kids always leave asking when they can go back. There is also a pool to rent in the summer.

The greatest place for a teenagers birthday party. Tons of PCs, consoles, and arcade games. And a big screen projector to play games or watch movies.

This place is great. Finally got to experience VR gaming and try different games for it. We enjoyed switching from that to PC gaming playing online together and playing games separately. It was nice to have music playing in the background. Great atmosphere, loved the artwork on the wall. I can't wait to go back!!

We just had my sons 7th birthday! Hands down the easiest party I've ever done! All the kids and adults had a blast. Absolutely love this O.R.C

This place is amazing. Kid parties, hang outside, gaming tournaments. You will love it

I took the whole family here for the Holidays. We had 18 people with us, and there was still places to play. I love that I could bring all the cousins for one price!

Great place to bring your kids to play. The owner is very nice and you can tell he does it for the kids. Lots of games for the kids to play even adults. Also can rent pool

We had my little cousins? birthday parties here today and have had another birthday party here in the past. Just want to say that this place is one of the most chill, easy-going places to throw a party. Enough games and activities for everyone, even the adults! The owners are too-notch hosts and come in and check on you and help with anything you need and are some of the most laid-back and kind people! If you're looking for a good place for kids to play and adults to enjoy, this is the place!

A great place to throw a party. We decided to have our 8 yr olds birthday there and he absolutely had a blast. Video games and a pool doesn't get much better than that. All the kids and adults enjoyed themselves. We will definitely be back!

This was the absolute best place to have a birthday party! Amazing atmosphere and location! Not only did the kids have fun but so did the adults! There was something for everyone including toddlers to be entertained! We will definitely be back!!!!!

We had a phenomenal time at this place! Family is great to work with and so nice and respectful. Kids loved the pool they had lots of floats and toys for them to play with. Once the kids finally got out of the water, with only 20 mins to spare they played some games inside while the adults packed up everything. We did not have a large party but would definitely hold 20+ people. The owner asked our opinion on upgrades they are thinking of adding, great ideas hope he can do it. The whole place is amazing and

The gaming experience for the kids is beyond anything you'd imagine. The support of the staff and the owners is above and beyond. Vidor doesn't offer very many family fun activities and I think currently this is as close as it gets. The kids loved it. We will definitely be back and will always recommend!

We had my 9 year old?s party here and it was a huge hit! Everyone had fun and the owners make sure to have a person there to help you whenever you need it. 10/10 would recommend!!! Definitely book your next event here!

Had our sons 12th birthday party here and he had a blast. So many things to do for kids of all ages and gaming preferences. And the owner is super helpful, friendly, and attentive! I'm tempted to have my 30th birthday here ??

We booked our son's birthday party here and it was absolutely amazing! The venue was very clean and had something for everyone to enjoy. We had a great time! Great facility and the owner is so kind and helpful! Best party ever. Gaming at the ORC is a great value! Highly recommend!

Great place, friendly staff very family oriented. Kids of all ages at our party had a great time. Heard lots of the kids begging to have their parties there. Will be back.

This place was a phenomenal place for a birthday party. There are plenty of games for a large crowd, and the owner makes sure everything is perfect. Even during the party he continued to check in on us to make sure everything was running well. It was very reasonable priced. We will definitely book here again!

We had a great experience my son will always have his party here!!! The owner is very helpful and very kind you can tell he loves doing what he does he makes you feel very welcome! Thanks so much for the great experience!!

We went here for my daughter's 6th Birthday and had an amazing experience. Jonathan was very attentive and accommodating and made sure that my kids knew exactly how to play each game, suggested games that they would like and ensured we all had an amazing time. The gaming center was well laid out and inviting with an awesome mural on one wall and glow lights throughout the entire center.

Had my children's birthday party here and couldn't ask for a better place. Kids and adults had alot of fun and the owner Jonathan was very attentive. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for a awesome venue!!!! Place was clean and very well kept!!! We will be booking all of our family functions here!!!!

This place is a blast at any age! I had a party here for my husband's 46th birthday and we had people from age 14 up to 75. Jonathan and his son's were very kind and helpful. Everyone played the games and had a great time, definitely RECOMMEND Gaming At The O.R.C.!

One of the coolest places to go for all ages but especially for kids. Games for all with some awesome paintings throughout the place. You will not be disappointed and it comes at a fraction of the price for anything else you'll find in the area. The owners are easy and flexible and will go above and beyond to help you out and make sure you have a great experience.

Great birthday spot for gamers! The kids had a wonderful time! Will definitely recommend and will also plan my sons next birthday here too!

We had a varsity baseball party with 15 teenage boys and they had a blast! They were all excited about all the gaming systems! Many said they wanted another party here! Will be back here for sure!

I was impressed with the space and with the amount of activities provided at this gaming center. You could do anything from play computer games to Xbox games to VR gaming, and even have room to do board games if you want. Highly recommend this venue for your party needs.

Super fun place for kids of all ages. Lots of different games for kids to play. Well worth the cost. And owners are very friendly.

So much fun! So many options for good family friendly fun. It's like being at an arcade except with more group gaming options! And the price is epically good! Will come again

Highly recommend this place. Owner is super nice and spent 20 minutes sitting with my 10 yr old teaching him strategies for a specific game. Well worth it to have a party here.

Great place for a birthday!! Resonably prices, holds a lot of kids and lots for them to chose from. They loved the party there and owners are great!

Brought my son for a birthday party. He had a great experience. Over 3 hours of play time!

Kids had an amazing time! And the owner was very kind and made sure that we had everything we needed. Definitely a fun place for teenagers!

Great place for a party! The kids loved it! & most of the adults had fun too!

We hosted our VHS VARSITY TEAM DINNER tonight and EVERYOBE had a blast! Thank you so much for an awesome experience! We will definitely be back in the future!

We absolutely love this place! We have had several parties here and it gets better each time!

Very fun gaming center. Definitely recommend getting the pool and all nighter. Very worth it. My kids really enjoyed it, and it's great for their friends to relax and have their gaming dreams come true.

Great place to have a birthday. All the kids had a great time playing games.

Great place to bring your kids if they are avid gamers. Spacious, comfortable, and so many games.

This place is awesome! They have a great variety of games, music, and plenty of stuff to keep every one entertained.

We had a great time for my 14th birthday!! Thank you Mr. Ochoa for all your help! It was so fun!

Great place! Loved the atmosphere. Gonna plan a party for my kiddos and maybe even myself!

This place is amazing! There is so many gaming set ups and VR, and the pool is so much fun! I would definitely recommend this place

Always a great time. The artwork is fantastic. More gaming stations than you can imagine. And CAT is a superb host??

My 14 yr old came to a lock-in at the ORC and had a a great time! I have done the game truck thing?if you are having a gaming party, go with the ORC!!

Everything was awesome .Very neat and my grandsons birthday party turned out great the owners are amazing to

Great for so many ages. My kids love this place and range in ages from 3-17.

Lots of games PC nice and roomy cool not hot kids are having a blast. Something for all to do all ages.

My son just had his party here and loved it!! Highly recommend!!

Great place for parties and gaming! Beat the elements and have indoor party in Vidor TX. Great accommodations and host

Awesome venue for a birthday party. Tons of games and activities and awesome atmosphere.

Plenty of games and stuff to do. We enjoyed our time!

This place is so cool. I've attended a few birthday parties here and it was so much fun.

We love it here! We have had several parties here and will definitely be back!

Awesome place for kidz Mr Ochoa was very helpful well worth the money , if your kids love games / gaming try it out

Really awesome place. Fun for the whole family. Wonderful people also.

Grandsons birthday party was a hit the boys / and girls had a great time..

It's awesome fun and the sound coming from the screen is great so much room

no war hammer orks but it did make my friends and me laugh a lot

An excellent venue to get together with friends and host a game night

This the best place to have a birthday party.

The most fun if ever had. Best place ever

A great experience fun for all ages!

Awesome place. Great for kids and adults.

Awesome place to have old school gaming parties

This place awesome. The mural is the best!

Great place for kids and birthdays!

Wouldn't go anywhere else!

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.”