In The Game ICON Park

In The Game ICON Park

Reviews Summary

The arcade receives mostly positive feedback for its fun atmosphere, diverse game selection, and helpful staff, with many praising specific employees for excellent service. Games are affordable, and the ticket system is convenient, though some mention issues with machine functionality or ticket redemption. A few reviewers criticize high costs, strict prize policies, or technical problems, but overall, it’s considered a great family-friendly spot with unique attractions like the mirror maze and VR experiences.

About This Listing

Has Arcade Cabinets
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 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
Good for kids
Has Virtual Reality
Has Prizes
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

8401 International Dr

Orlando, Florida 32819

Hours

Monday 10AM-10PM
Tuesday 10AM-10PM
Wednesday 10AM-10PM
Thursday 10AM-10PM
Friday 10AM-12AM
Saturday 10AM-12AM
Sunday 10AM-10PM

Customer Reviews

Good spot to stop off. It's a bit pricey for what it is. Every little thing has a decent price tag: each ride, each exhibit, ...it adds up. You could spend a day here, or you could swing by for a couple hours. Overall, it's cool.

Most of the games were down and they were closing the games a 1hr early.so don't believe the closing time which is 12am. Definitely wouldn't recommend going here ??I recommend going to main event.

Very expensive and pushy, machine always asking to upgrade ticket deals. Tickets do not come in multiples that actually let you spend them all without buying another round. Claw machines mostly had prizes arranged so most were not reachable, and didn't engage the strong claw grip once while I was there (I am usually able to win at least one prize from other claw machines I visit with similar plushie prizes.) Good selection of games and a unique maze there, however, as well as a nice assortment of prizes.

Great arcade with lots of games. Well located in the wheelhouse at Icon park. "Tee", the arcade attendant, is amazing! She was so patient with my kids, as they were selecting their prizes excuciatingly slowly. I feel that she deserves a medal. Her positive attitude is infectious, and In The Game Arcade is blessed to have her on their staff! Keep up the awesome work!

An amazing worker named Ti (I hope I'm spelling that correctly) was so helpful to myself and my son. We lost our game card in the mirror maze and she found it for us!

Very surprised by this arcade. 1st glance it seems kinda small but once you walk in you see the decent amount of games they have. They have the classics like Skee Ball, Basketball and the Crane Games and then they have some new ones like Walking Dead and Doodle Jump! I suggest buying a play card, the more $$ you spend you get $$ Free. We bought $10 play card and got $1 free and that was nice. Games are not too expensive so $11 got us about 20 min and several games a piece. We are 80/90s kids so arcades are

Nobody in the mirror maze counter to buy tickets for more than 20 minutes, other counter people are not responding properly.

Used the virtual reality , had a great experience. Enjoyed the atmosphere and choices. Would definitely recommend.

This is the best arcade ever. Plenty of things to do .Kids and adults comes and goes .It's not too loud for little ones . There's also a changing tables in both bathrooms available for them .Drive are free just ask for a cup at the counter. Everything is digital you just need a card arcade card one dollar for 1 game. Your points automatically loaded to your card you can exchange your points to Kita of different items afterwards.

My kids got a snake last night using 1000 tickets from the arcade. They fight for it, so we came back for another one. After we spent money on those arcade games, they refused to redeem the tickets for the same snake. Then later, my older kid asked for a 500-ticket prize. He was rejected because he only got 494 tickets. It was soooooo strict! I couldn't say she was wrong but I don't want to come back.

Very fun place for children but limited. We put $50 on out card which gave us a generous bonus of $15. We were there more than 1 hour and were struggling to spend our money. We were there for our 5 yr old grandson and he was uninterested at the end of the time there.

Absolutely loved our time here did all the mini escape rooms as fast as we could and it was great

Great place to visit with family with kids. Tons to do and games were fun. You can win actual tickets!

We visited In The Game and upon arrival we were greeted by a woman who introduced herself by the name of Myra. She clearly saw we were searching for something specific and gladly asked us how she could be of service. It's nice to meet someone who is really informative about helpful as she is/was. It was around 6 pm and it was kinda slow but we wanted to play the assortment of video games before going to dinner. Myra helped us get game cards and explained how it worked with the redemption and the point syste

My daughter enjoyed her birthday but you're going to have to watch the games if you get physical tickets out of the machine you might have to let them know if you got your tickets or not because sometimes the tickets run out real fast and the machines try to get over on you

It's a rip off. Don't waste your money.

A small location but it has the best games both new & old. My only complaint is the scent machine in the ceiling that automatically sprayed throughout my visit, I am very sensitive to smells & my son has bad allergies. It left me with a headache & him not feeling too well. Other than that we had a great time & the games are only a $1! For a more detailed review please visit my blog on IG @reviewedbyraven

What a great arcade. Made $20 last for much longer than anticipated and won over 1400 tickets which reaped some actual decent prizes. This was our favorite (not pre-planned) part of Orlando. Great staff too! Easy free parking garage, beautiful grounds and no lines... this is a must do Orlando destination when you're not at the big name parks.

Security "men" running around, wearing guns on their belt, slamming into each other so hard they knocked one guys body camera off and they (security) didn't notice. A good citizen picked the camera up off the floor and gave it back to them. These children with guns and in uniform running around playing a game of grab a$$, not just one instance, which is enough. But REPEATEDLY! I was there Sept 12the between 9-10pm with my friend, her fiance and a 14 month old child in a stroller. I'm 40 and I grew up in Tam

this place is amazing Hospitality is great people here are tremendous and One worker here specifically named Vianey is awesome!!!

We did the Orlando Eye, Aquarium, and the Wax Museum, then stopped by the mirror maze at the end. The attendant there was super helpful, and the staff in general were awesome. Definitely recommend!! Thanks Vianey for being so helpful!

We come here every year before leaving Orlando kids love it and get some great prizes. Staff is very friendly as well

This was an awesome way to end out trip. Jashy(the manager) and Matt went above and beyond to put a huge smile on my sons face and really helped us end our family vacation on a high note. Thank you both for making our trip to icon park one to remember!!!

We recently visited the Mirror Maze attraction at Icon Park and had an absolute blast! The maze itself was so much fun, with its endless reflections and mind-bending twists and turns. But what really made the experience stand out was the exceptional service we received from Isaiah.

I just want to say Paola was very helpful. We were contemplating what we wanted we wanted to do. And she directed us in the right path that we should go. I would recommend Paola to anyone coming to the Orlando Eye, she will give the best directions for any of the activities you would like to choose from.

this was such a fun experience with my family. i have never been to a mirror maze before and quite frankly i?m scared of them from all of the horror movies i watched but i genuinely had a great time! highly recommend and affordable

This was our first time here and I must say my kids and I really enjoyed ourselves! Mr. Will in redemption was so nice and very helpful ! This place is a must go!

A fun and great assortment of games! They weren't too difficult to earn tickets either, unlike some arcades. Clean and a great atmosphere!

Great times! Thank you to Paola serving us this amazing experience!????

I love this play so much and it is so much fun. They have so many things here and i love the mirror maze. This place had more games than the kings place. Vianey provided us with great insight and was super helpful and kind.

We've had a blast visiting this place. A definite for family fun or date night even. Vianey ( near the maze of mirrors) was very helpful and gave us some great insights during our time there

Paola was the sweetest person I've ever met. We had the most fun time ever hanging out here. I recommend this to anyone of all ages!

Great place to wind down after an exciting day at universal. Vianey helped us in the mirror maze and she was extremely kind and attentive. Would definitely come back!

Great aquarium, very nice park , what a fun day!

Mirror maze is amazing and so can a fun place to come. Thank you very much to Isaiah for making it even better!!! Great to come with family and friends to make memories.

To start, they have the walking dead game my husband Ana I have been searching for. They also had a mirror maze, I love those! They also have a virtual video game I'm excited to play it! Also all of the girls, Tee, Vianey, and especially Jashy we're absolutely exceptional and made our experience top tier!

Had a blast, will gladly spend hours here. Employees are great and friendly. Definitely bringing my son here

It's a simple and small arcade. Kids 10 and over will get bored fast. A bunch of adults trying to kill time can spend 5 bucks and have fun (air hockey on steroids & basketball shootout).

As a poker player, black jack afficionado and roulette player extrordinaire I have nothing bad to say about a place that exploits kids the way vegas does adults. Only thing I would add is free drinks for parents so we can keep giving our children all our ?? :) Cheers!

So according to their website they have an ?Unlimited Game Pass? but unfortunately they don't carry that option in this location. Even though in their website does not say anything about it. The employee at customer service explained me this, after going back and forth to speak to the manager, who never showed up to the front.

I had a wonderful Experience with my Nieces The employee Dee helped us out through our visit to Game Icon and he will definitely be the reason we are returning food was amazing and lots of games to play.

Awesome staff ! Place is super convenient , it's for all the fun games and straight to the point!

We visited icon park orlando and was very pleasantly surprised by the amount to do and see. We did sea life, tussaud?s, the eye, the arcade, of which we was helped by a very lovely lady named Vianey who was extremely kind and happy to be there.

We just went to the arcade located in the icon park. The experience was spectacular, and the staff even better. Isaiah was extremely helpful and kind with all my group of friends. Definetly coming back again!!! :)

Did axe throwing for the first time, it was fun just wish it lasted longer, DAY-DAY was very patient teaching us and with obstruction, she was great! We definitely will do this again when visiting!!

mirror maze at the icon park was super fun! we came with 7 kids and they all had the best time! staff was super nice! 10/10

Ricky was extremely helpful when me and my family were a little confused, he assisted us with the 7D theater attraction and made our night, we were originally confused and not sure how things worked until he explained everything perfectly, 5 stars!

Walked in to get out of the heat and had a great time! No wait, lots of choices. Paola was amazing and so helpful!

I had do much fun, even as an adult there are so many games to indulge in and all of them were reasonably priced in my opinion. You buy a card and fill it with points and all the tickets you win will automatically go to the card, then you can redeem the prizes at the end ???? I'll definitely go back

It was incredible! I did the escape room with my partner and we had a blast. After we went to the arcade where we were assisted by Stephanie, who is the kindest individual I've ever met! She had such a bright personality and I can't wait to go back. She also had the most beautiful hair and tattoos and overall made our experience.

This place was very trickery but super fun! If you are looking for a mirror maze thats short and super easy to go through, This is the one! I definitely recommend

Best mirror maze for kids! Vianey was so helpful taking care of us at the front desk. Highly recommend

What started out fun for the kids ended up being a disappointment. The machines were not giving us our E-ticket credits for multiple games but when we won 500 credits and was not given to us we reported the issue to the staff and was handed over to the supervisor. They took forever to get back to us as we waited in the front. I explained to supervisor what happen and she told us we didn't win 500 tickets but we did! The manager came out and told us she had done a troubleshoot to the machine and that it was

EDIT: So yeah they replied below to email them, I did so immediately, never received a response. They want to look good like they are trying to address the issue, but never actually follow up. Such a shame this is such a cool concept, just not executed well. We played the Zero Latency VR. Game was cool but disappointed in the execution. Game was paused several times once for several minutes with zero communication!!!! Also one member of groups equipment did not work, was aiming and shooting in the wrong

I hard an amazing time with the kids. Paola was so patient and had excellent customer service. I will definitely be returning again

My experience was great. Paola was vert sweet and took great care of us. Totally recommend the mirror escape room.

The place is very clean, has a great variety of games, and the maze is a great addition to the arcade. Vianey was kind and provided great assistance and information regarding the maze attraction.

Cool little place, had so much fun! Will definently go again!

I love icon park!! It never seizes to impress me everytime. Always great service! Especially from this one employee, Vianey at the mirror maze!!

I loved icon it was amazing to be here came with friends and had a great time at the maze of mirrors. Viably was very helpful and gave great customer service.

Mirror Maze was so much fun! The kids loved it. The staff was super helpful and friendly! Had a blast!

Paola was awesome at the hall of mirrors thing. All the games worked. The mirrors was dope. Kids had a blast. Deff coming back

It was fun exciting I wish I could have rode the ride so I was there the tower and the ferris wheel

Fun environment with plenty for any age to do.

Paola made everything so easy for my girls and the Maze of Mirrors was an absolute Blast. Recommended for sure.

I had a wonderful time, I did the escape room with my partner as well as some arcade games. The staff was really great, a staff in particular has my heart, she was so kind to us; her name is Stephanie, she made us feel right at home and I'd love to come back soon. P.S. If she ever reads this, you're so cool!

Fun time good games ok prizes but in a nice environment I'd go again

Maze of Mirrors was great! Had a blast and only got stuck a few times. Thanks Isaiah for all of your help!

Love ICON Park. One of my favorite places to visit while my family and I are here. So much to do, fun for all! HIGHLY RECOMMEND

The games itself were good but the service we got specifically in the VR area was terrible. The staff was talking on her personal phone the whole time and was unprofessional. She didn't explain the game properly (almost in a rush), seemed annoyed doing her job, and when the game started, we keep calling her attention that the volume was too low but she couldn't hear us, We peeped through our VR headset and she had her airpods on and still talking on the phone. We could hear her laughter in between games mor

Viana was great and friendly. Had a good time on the Orlando eye and the arcade inside the building. Check out the hall of mirrors!

Omg!!!! TEE was so amazing I will be coming back just for her honestly.. Cool experience at the maze of mirrors Thanks agin Tee # Vibes

Very cute little place most games are 1$

Frist time been here, Paola is so sweet and helpful, such a nice lady and fun area for kids and family, we will be back again!

Me and my family had the best time!! I want to thank Estefanie for how great she was with me and my kids! She was absolutely amazing even tho my daughter was taking for ever to pick the prices, she was so patient and keep making her smile. Thank you so much Estefanie for making our time even more special.

It's has been amazing. We spent a lot of time here. We really love Icon Park. Vianey has a nice attitude

Great experience? me an my husband loved it. Paola was very polite. Everything was perfect.

Awesome experience, the people are very kind and the experiences are great!! Paola was insanely helpful and really nice, would highly recommend.

It was amazing 10/10 experience would try again with my friends and family. Paola was amazing and was great help.

Dee was such a good host at the mirrors he made us feel very welcom and he was just genuinely a great guy Thanks Dee

The place is fun for all ages. The employees are polite, helpful, and good at what they're doing. The 1 bad thing there (not bad enough in my mind to take a star) is that I saw like 3-4 employees standing at the entrance chatting up a storm. 1 machine I played had a broken part on it but I just used a different one and it was fine. Overall the place is fun and enjoyable. Also, I'm not from there, but when I went it was awesome.

It was an amazing experience thanks to Vianey

I had a blast at in the game . Paola was so kind and sweet and made sure to guide us and help us.

Nick and Luke were ABSOLUTELY amazing!!! Their customer service was off the charts! They had patience and charisma! Thank you guys so much for the experience!! You two out of the crew were very helpful and pleasant and had the BEST attitude!!

Visiting town with my boyfriend who is from Orlando and this was my first time at icon park. Was super excited to play some games and do the mirror maze! Unfortunately the young man that sold us the mirror maze tickets didn't tell us there were bundles or packs that make it cheaper if you want to do multiple things, or we would?ve spent more money with them. The maze was short but fun, but we wanted to play some games after so we asked the girl at the counter, Trinity, if we could pay the difference of the

Fun for kids of all ages. All the equipment was in excellent working order. Helpful staff at the credit purchasing machine. Not a very big place but everyone really had fun from 2 year old to 4 year old to daddy! Fun that the tickets are auto added to the card. No need to stuff pockets full of paper or use the ticket munchers.

This should have been a 4 or 5 star BUT I will explain that. This is a small arcade but it was a nice one. We enjoyed ourselves. The games were fun and most of the employees were attentive and professional. Some people were turned off due to the size but it had a lot of fun games. People were actually able to use the claw machines and win stuff. So, I found the Wizard of Oz game. If you swipe it once you get a 12 tokens to play, if you swipe it 2 you get a bonus. If you swipe up to 5 times you can 7

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?

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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 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.