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5949 E Molloy Rd
Syracuse, New York 13211
Great games, incredible deal, cool staff... what's not to love?!
I found this place by pure accident and I couldnt be happier. Free to play, just an enterance fee of 15 dollars and all you can play. There are tons of machines to try. Even a few arcades. I enjoyed myself, clean, friendly staff and all around good time
The games are in wonderful shape and super clean. A chill atmosphere for a variety of ages. We had age 4-63 and everyone enjoyed it.
This is a fun addition to the Syracuse area and a hidden secret. It's only been around a year, but it is a nice place to chill out on Wednesdays and Fridays from 5:30 to 9:30pm. It's hosts pinball and old-school arcade games, and is primarily a party spot though they host some tournaments. It was $15 for adults and $10 for children all you can play. There is a nice mix of modern and older pinball games.
We had my sons birthday party here and it was great! Kids loved it and adults who weren't planning on staying wanted to stay. There was a little hiccup at the beginning of the party, but the owners were incredibly generous and more than made up for the mistake! They will absolutely have my business again!
We had a fantastic pinball/birthday party for our son (age 35) and 25 of his friends. The arrangements, setting, staff are all GREAT! Almost everyone stayed and played for 30 hours! Thanks Ryan, Alyessa, and John. You are the best and so is Skill Shot!!
I've always missed the arcades of yesterday. Nowadays, there are arcades like Dave & Busters, but those are stuffed with 'app' arcade games. Which are basically phone apps blown up into an arcade machine with one button. Awful. Even if you can find a pinball machine, it's all automated with a LCD display and very few actual moving parts. Then there's Skill Shot. It feels like walking into 1999 when you enter the spot. Classic pinball, NFL Blitz 2000, Area 51 and a lot more. I'm beyond grateful to live so
I went here with my friends from a spontaneous trip and we didn't expect to really enjoy it! As always, it's addicting to play arcade games and I love the atmosphere that Skill Shot Pinball gives out.
Great place with so many fun pinball games from newer ones all the way back to old school pinball.
A top notch place with top notch tables covering all eras and styles, killer tunes on the jukebox, some shooter and retro games and even a touch play, all on FREE for only $15!!! Best deal around, thanks so much for an awesome evening!!!
We celebrated my father in laws birthday here, and it was awesome. Variety of games and the staff was super nice. They got all the food ready and cleaned up after
Great pinball and arcade joint. They have vending machines, and you can bring your own food or drink as well. Need to check it out again soon!
Best place ever for a teen birthday party! Staff could not have made it any easier. They were super friendly and helpful. Everyone, of all ages, enjoyed the wide variety of pinball and arcade games.
Friendly atmosphere and clean I enjoyed myself
Had so much fun trying out all the pinball games. Definitely will be back often.
Wonderful night of entertainment. All you can play pinball and classic arcade. Well worth the cover charge. Matt is a joy to talk to and knowledgeable about all the machines so don't hesitate to ask! It is bring your own EVERYTHING. No food on site but you're welcome to bring anything you want, have food delivered, just NO ALCOHOL.
Awesome place with the best in classic and the newest pinball machines. Not to mention some classic arcade games added to the fun. Great staff that is glad to explain things and often give great pointers. I think perfect for the beginner to the pinball wizard.I see that they do parties also. May have to check that out.
Great place for a private party of 40 or smaller. I don't know what it costs as I was a guest, but it was a lot of fun. Enjoyed classics like Firepower, Golden Tee, and Ms. Pacman as well as newer pinball games based on Nascar and Star Trek.
A lot of fun and if you enjoy pinball
Fantastic place. Great variety of games and good atmosphere. You get access to a jukebox too when you pay for unlimited play.
Great selection of Pinball and arcade. So wish it was also open on Thursday, while I'm here in Syracuse. Definitely coming again when I'm back in town.
Overall great experience. Reasonably priced only down side is that they are only open Wednesdays from 5-9. $15 for open free play. Cool place hope it stays open!
i want yesterday for the first time. i loved every second! it's very comfortable, good vibe, great staff. highly recommend!
We went here for a rave event and had a blast! I've never really played pinball before so it was a fun experience.
I was lucky enough to be working in town on their one open night . Very fun medium sized pinball collection.
Very fun. Wide range of games,open jukebox and you can bring food and drinks in. We will revisit again.
Unique place to go play well kept up and working pinball machines! Plenty of options from some of the earliest machines to machines made recently.
Different kinds of pinball machines all included in the price didn't have any of the food so I can't say anything about that
Fun fun fun..Lots of great games..drinks..we had a well catered party there. Also a great jukebox..Ryan is a awesome host..check it out..cool place!
Awesome place! Great place to get into pinball and some older arcade classics!
Fun way to spend a Wednesday evening. There was a few people there, but plenty of space and games to play! I'll be back.
My buddy took me here when I was visiting and we had so much fun. I wish there's an arcade space like this where I'm from!
Price is great for a few hours of free play. All games worked and looked well maintained.
I took my two kids and they loved playing the games, not just pinball but classic PacMan and Tetris!
We had our daughter's graduation party here, it was a great time for all ages!
Is Was our first time there. It was very nice staff was very friendly
Great selection and a good deal for a Friday unlimited play.
A fun local place, great for kids birthdays or just a hang out
If you want to play well maintained games, go here! This place is great!
was invited here for a private party. was pleasantly surprised with the selection of games available.
Amazing environment, and fantastic selection of pinball machines!
Very cool place made me want to buy a pinball machine again!
Hidden gem, great variety, get friendly staff
Best arcade in Syracuse!
All of the games are in great condition and the layout is fantastic.
Super nice staff and great selection of games.
So fun. I totally need to go back.
Awesome place with some cool machines!
Great collection! Friendly people!
Great place, friendly management, machines from decades old to very new all kept in good repair. Reasonable entrance fee.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”