NerdVana Vintage Arcade & Toys

NerdVana Vintage Arcade & Toys

Reviews Summary

This store is highly praised for its nostalgic blend of vintage toys, collectibles, and a well-maintained arcade with classic games. Most reviewers highlight the $10 all-day arcade pass as a great value, along with the friendly, knowledgeable staff. The atmosphere evokes childhood memories, making it a hit for families and retro enthusiasts. While a few mention minor issues like non-working machines or lack of game-specific cabinet art, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many calling it a must-visit for fans of 80s-90s pop culture. Cleanliness, organization, and the owner's expertise are frequently commended.

About This Listing

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

Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

Post Oak Mall, 1500 Harvey Rd Ste 9008

College Station, TX 77840

Hours

Monday 12-7PM
Tuesday 12-7PM
Wednesday 12-7PM
Thursday 12-7PM
Friday 12-8PM
Saturday 12-8PM
Sunday 12-6PM

Customer Reviews

More of a vintage toy story and pop store. They have arcade games in the back, at the cost of $12 bucks. If you're looking for vintage pops from the early 2000s era, they are not to bad of a spot. So Update on this place. The arcade cabinet are pretty awesome throw backs to the 90s

This store has more to offer than selling vintage toys and collectibles. The arcade is definitely a bonus attraction to this store.

Ages 11 to 45, we all found something we loved. Mom and I relived the nostalgia of the mall arcade and somehow remembered the villains' cheesy one-liner quotes from 30+ years ago. The kids discovered the thrills (and frustrations) of the joystick in hand as you feverishly tried over and again to move your name up the high scores or to get a little farther in the plot. The only thing missing is lining up your quarters and watching that line disappear as you realize you still haven't beat the second level of

We brought a bunch of 14yo boys and they had a BLAST! Unlimited 70-90s arcade play made this 1980s guy so happy. Check it out!

Took a few of my kids to this throwback arcade with all my favorites when I was their age. Dig Dug, Joust, Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man, Marvel vs. Capcom, 1941, Galaga, plus many more - all day for $10 . Collectors will have a great time here with action figures, comics, and posters from decades long passed. They have a gaming room for those that prefer rpg in person. Come check this place out

Great people with a variety of fun games and items in the shop. The arcade is awesome and the price is too. They also have a party room for young and old. A must go to!

Took my kiddos the other day! The gentleman behind the counter was so kind! Also, 5 & under play for free in the arcade!

This place is great. Lots of little things I thought I'd never see again. The staff is a really friendly too. I haven't gotten to go in the arcade yet, but I already love this place.

Had fun playing arcade games with my daughter.

My 10 year old son and his friend wanted to go this shop for an outing. I ended up having just as much as they did! For a flat price you can play a great assortment of popular and rare vintage stand up arcade video games. It was well worth the price and we played till our hands were sore. Atmosphere was clean and family friendly. The store front gaming center also has new and used collectibles for sale. Great selection of toys, cards, and trinkets to buy. Be sure to check out the Transformers collection, th

Took My kids here for a birthday party. The kids had a good time. They have a lot of old toys on display and for sell. The arcade is has a lot of oldies but goodies. I think if you want to play some old school arcades it is worth a go. The owner is very nice and helpful.

The entrance to the store is intriguing with all of the nostalgic toys and games of our past. They have an arcade as well that you can pay 10 dollars to play all day if you like. What I enjoyed most is thr knowledelge the staff have about the games, toys, and stories of the items. Highly recommend if you are a nerd or just want to check it out

I grew up in the 80's and was thrilled when my daughter asked to go to NerdVana for her 7th birthday. All the kids and adults had a great time. I'm looking forward to getting a sitter and going back one evening with friends and beer. Definitely a great place!

Pretty cool place. You can play a lot of arcade games for a very low price. As well they have nice toys and collectors items. My son had so much fun and we did too.

Spent 2 hours here with my 14 year old Saturday and we had a blast! Throwback awesome arcade games from my childhood that my 2018 gamer loved! They had a clean little lounge to take a break and have a some Candy or Chips and a soda! Stretch your thumbs people... the arcade gaming is real!

This store is a hidden gem of the BCS area. Any persons of the nerd/gamer/pop-culture/sci-fi/good people communities need to check this place out. They fit so many different, awesome pieces into their shop and right when you think you have seen it all, you go into their arcade. The arcade is worth every cent. So many great games classics for gamers old and young. If you have children, I highly recommend you take them here some Saturday and make some wonderful memories gaming with them in the arcade. They wi

If you want a blast from the past in entertainment or in toys/gear this the place to go. Not to mention they have table top games and items as well. Recently found out they also have party options. Got an awesome deal for a birthday and some gaming for the day. Keep up the great work and thanks so much for the throw backs and choice merchandise.

We love this place, it's something of beauty. With all the vintage games available I didn't know where to start my journey when I got there. I'm glad to be able to share the older games with my son and we had a blast playing games all day. We even left for pizza then came back to play some more. The vintage toys really set me back to my youth. We will be going back, and back and back.

Horrible experience, was grifted 20 dollars due to their "no returns" policy listed in the corner of the register. He even gave me the receipt and I tried returning it, what was the point of the receipt? The needs who run this shop need to get out of their moms basements and learn a thing or two about business.

Amazingly great fun. Friendly people, laid back atmosphere, and great classic games.

Acting upon advice provided by the owner to another reviewer, I promised my two kids to take them to Nerdvana on a Thursday in order to pay $30 instead of $45 to play some video games. Unfortunately that information was inaccurate, and I had already taken the afternoon off work, promised kids etc. Even more unfortunate was the fact that after I pointed it out to them they still charged me $45. Poor business practices to be sure. Most of the games are nice classic games. With the exception of one racing

Took my kids here and we had a blast! They had a bunch of old school games and allowed us to come and go as we we please (pay for the day). Some games are swapped out every couple of weeks. Will definitely be back!

Got some time? Pay $10 and get access to the arcade in the back. Once you've paid the fee, it's good all day and the games back there are free. For the store side, there's lots of collectibles and knickknacky stuff. A place worth checking out.

full of nostalgic toys/collectibles in the front and in the back there's a $10 all day arcade! super friendly environment. we learned a ton about film and projection from the cool dude at front!

This place is just awesome. We talked to the gentleman that was working here and he was very friendly and knowledgeable about the toy collectibles and we just loved the retro arcade in the back! All day for $10!! Where was this when we were kids?!

Awesome games as well as very cool toys. The owner/staff are very knowledgeable and eager to help you with any and all questions. The only downfall is they have so many things to choose from. One could easily go broke. Lol. Love this place

Was neat to relive some childhood memories of the toys and some of the original cabinet arcades. Not a big selection of games though. We noticed while only looking around, with the owners permission, Galaga was Out of Service, and that many of the games are modernized cabinets. The kids there didnt seem to mind that though, as many were playing away. Including our twin girls who were they for a birthday party. Pricing for the all day arcade isn't bad, but for the amount of games they have and the type

Increadibly awsome place. So much in the way of vintage toys. I felt like a kid again seeing all of them. The arcade is really well priced at $10 per person for an all day pass. They have a good seclection of games in modern day cabinets. Im guessing they are multi function cabinets and they just load up roms or game files into an internal computer. Kinda wish the arcades had the artwork and button banners for the games that were loaded into them. Made playing some of the games kinda confusing as I ha

Super cool place. Good prices on vintage treasures and a reputable place to sell some of your vintage goodies too! Nick is a gem of person, and everyone there is very knowledgeable. Highly recommend ??

This place is perfectly named. It has a store filled with toys from the 80s and for $10 you can get unlimited arcade time. The arcade games are all from the 80s or early 90s. It's very easy to kill a few hours here.

Spent couple hours just playing games with my kids. They loved it and so did I. No really expensive at all, $10 for unlimited play, when you consider how many quarters we used to out in those things. Only thing I miss was pinball.

This was a neat store to visit. The old school arcade in the back was the best part!!! I felt like a kid again. ??

Visited here while in College Station visiting a friend. Got a great deal on a Batman statue!

This place is amazing! A phenomenal selection of vintage and modern toys and collectibles, and a huge variety in the arcade. Don't miss out on this place if you're in the area!

Very Friendly Staff, Very Clean and Organized. Huge selcselec of games. A must see for those who love vintage games and geek or nerdy vinatge items. I was very, very impressed. Private rooms and party rentals. We will be back.

Be a kid again. Video games of the 80s. $10 play all day. They even allow you to leave to grab lunch or dinner and return How cool is that!! You won't be disappointed. Stop in & talk to them. Sale collectables too. Reserve a party room for office parties, birthdays etc.

Best place to blow off some steam and have a great time with the kids.

NerdVana was great, was there for our grand son's 9th birthday. It has the old school 1980s video games for $10 per person for all day long.

Spent a little more than 2 hours in the arcade with my wife on the all day pass and don't regret the choice for a date night. Both of us left feeling younger as if we just stepped back a few decades into pure fun.

Fantastic place. Staff is friendly and knowledgable, selection and prices are best I've seen in the region. And the arcade is really well done.

I have never had a bad experience here, its literally such a fun place and the staff is amazing. If you're bored and looking for something to do, this is a great, cheap place to go to. 10/10

Remember all those toys you had when you were a kid well they got alot of them. Plus old arcade games from back in the day. Love this place.

WOW !!!!!! Every kids dream in the 80s . Unlimited game play for $10. Checked this place out yesterday. Pretty Cool. Now gotta get my daughter in here maybe I can beat her at some of my games.

Great place and atmosphere, love the vibes from the store set up, and the classic arcade games will keep you entertained for hours on end

If you grew up in the 80s or 90s this place is a must if living or visiting college station, arcade, collectable original 80s and 90s toys. Owners are really nice. Offers party packages.

Good fun for a couple hours. A few machines don't work, but pretty cool place

I like this place. It represents the classic times. I can't wait to see changes and it also has tables for table top gaming. To me the price is fair and it is relaxing. I say give it a try.

Brings back nostalgic memories. I also have fun playing games with my son and beating his score. Lol. Great family place.

Definitely a place to go to share video game history with your kids or just to go back in time for a little bit. A good spot to pick up vintage toys as well.

If your looking for old toys, collectibles, comics this is a cool spot to try. They had games I remembered from my childhood that brought back great memories.

Great selection of collectables! The arcade is awesome! Plenty of games to choose from. Nick is super friendly.:)

A fun place featuring most of the classic games from the 80's all immaculately maintained (no pinball). There's also a toy store featuring new and rare stuff from the 60 - 80's.

Excellent spot to find vintage toys and some newer. Great little arcade that is fantastic for family time!

True to it's name! NerdVana is full of vintage toys, art work, games and even some comics/books. Looking forward to my next visit!

This place is so cool! A lot of old arcade games and bunch of cool merchandise. Nerd heaven. ??

OMG.. IF UR ATLEAST 35 UR GONNA SO BE IN MEMORY HEAVEN!!! ?????????????? GUY THERE LEVI.. COOL!! ???? CAN'T WAIT TO TAKE MY BABY!! BUT HE'S GONNA HAVE TO LEARN MY VIDEO GAMES!!! ??????????????

The arcade is well priced and well maintained. The merchandise is also reasonably priced. 10/10 would recommend

Great selection of classic arcade games. And the fact that you can pass on the classics for future by selling your original toys and such.

It was really boring to me, the service was ok and itade my clothes glow which was cool but I didn't really like it.

First time there. My seven year old and I had a blast... He beat me a lot though. LOL

Awesome place! Cool games and great collectibles for good price. Cool dude runs it too.

Can't wait to go back. Sweet arcade games and they even change some out to change the rotation as well as keep original games in play.

Super cool nerdy shop fun of vintage toys and Nick knacks great pricing for full day arcade passes

Tons of awesome games, great atmosphere, & cool owner. Will definitely be coming back!

Both people who have helped me were really nice and really into what they do. Nice place that isn't really known and should be.

Awesome Arcade Games in the Back.

Lots of classic arcade games to enjoy. Great fun for a blast from the past.

It was nice and neat in store and the cashier was polite.

A very good arcade and toy place. It is a amazing place for parties as well

The best time, ever! All the the games I ever wanted to play in one spot, so cool!

I had a great time here. Amazing service, overall I would come here every day if I could.

Great place, check it out! Has all the classic arcade games

Fun times! I enjoyed playing games from the 80s and introducing them to my son.

Great place! Great inventory of new and vintage products. The staff was very helpful.

Cool assortment of toys and collectables on the store. Arcade has a good selection of old video games.

I had my kid's birthday party here- everyone had a blast!

Employees were very accommodating. Great place for nerdy interests

A fun afternoon, but some of the machines need some repair/work.

They have an arcade in the back with at least 20 classic arcade games, on the old machines.

Very nice, no complaint snacks, Lounge area, and retro games.

A little expensive for $10.00 for game play when it's crowded and it is a small area

All the old classic arcade games. My grandson and I had fun.

Never even seen the arcade, and it's a great store ??

Fantastic arcade and a lot of cool stuff for sale too!

Friendly staff?. All the old great games you've forgotten!

Memories galore... Guys pretty knowledgeable about 80s and 90s shows... And the Arcade rocks!!

Games are fun! Good selection

Good atmosphere friendly staff and a lot of cool stuff in there awesome

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.”