900 S Lake St
Mundelein, Illinois 60060
316 Center Dr
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
506 Hawthorn Ctr
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
424 Hawthorn Ctr
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061
21080 N Rand Rd
Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047
350 McHenry Rd
Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089
631 Lakehurst Rd
Waukegan, Illinois 60085
880 Lakeside Dr
Gurnee, Illinois 60031
1 Great America Parkway
Gurnee, Illinois 60031
1350 Tri State Pkwy STE:128
Gurnee, Illinois 60031
704 E Rollins Rd
Round Lake Beach, Illinois 60073
1700 Nations Dr
Gurnee, Illinois 60031
6136 W Grand Ave Space 500
Gurnee, Illinois 60031
6170 W Grand Ave Ste 305
Gurnee, Illinois 60031
421 W Rollins Rd
Round Lake Beach, Illinois 60073
2650 Belvidere Rd
Waukegan, Illinois 60085
455 S, US-45
Lindenhurst, IL 60046
1253 E Rand Rd
Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004
555 Waukegan Rd
Northbrook, Illinois 60062
824 E Rand Rd
Mt Prospect, Illinois 60056
702 N River Rd
Mt Prospect, Illinois 60056
1771 N Richmond Rd
McHenry, Illinois 60051
2 Woodfield Mall Unit A
Schaumburg, Illinois 60173
670 W Higgins Rd
Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169
309 W Golf Rd
Schaumburg, Illinois 60195
601 N Martingale Rd
Schaumburg, Illinois 60173
2575 Pratum Ave
Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60192
7921 Golf Rd
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053
552 Lincoln Ave
Winnetka, Illinois 60093
1183 Biesterfield Rd
Elk Grove Village, Illinois 60007
1611 S Randall Rd
Algonquin, Illinois 60102
1133 Nerge Rd
Elk Grove Village, Illinois 60007
514 Congress Cir N A
Roselle, Illinois 60172
640 Wheat Ln
Wood Dale, Illinois 60191
7333 N Milwaukee Ave
Niles, Illinois 60714
7631 N Caldwell Ave
Niles, Illinois 60714
7037 N Milwaukee Ave
Niles, Illinois 60714
8025 128th Ave
Bristol, Wisconsin 53104
155 Irving Park Rd
Wood Dale, Illinois 60191
5505 Park Pl
Rosemont, Illinois 60018
8125 Skokie Blvd
Skokie, Illinois 60077
9870 Berwyn Ave
Rosemont, Illinois 60018
12345 75th St
Kenosha, Wisconsin 53142
5441 Fargo Ave
Skokie, Illinois 60077
1100 W Lake St
Roselle, Illinois 60172
111 S Eastwood Dr
Woodstock, Illinois 60098
7330 W Lawrence Ave
Harwood Heights, Illinois 60706
5411 Green Bay Rd
Kenosha, Wisconsin 53144
3111 River Rd
River Grove, Illinois 60171
701 W North Ave
Villa Park, Illinois 60181
558 E North Ave.
Glendale Heights, Illinois 60139
26W361 North Ave
Carol Stream, Illinois 60188
5358 N Clark St
Chicago, Illinois 60640
2500 W Bradley Pl Suite M
Chicago, Illinois 60618
2741 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60647
2410 W Fullerton Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60647
215 Industrial Dr # A
Hampshire, Illinois 60140
308 Madison St
Oak Park, Illinois 60302
2828 N Clark St Unit 201
Chicago, Illinois 60657
1 E Jackson Blvd
Chicago, Illinois 60604
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.”