Arcades are gamers’ safe havens. Some people visit arcades because they bring back memories. It has been around since the 1930s and has ushered in a new era of gaming, giving birth to some of the best video games available today.
You may plan to get your tokens and play at an arcade, but with so many arcades scattered across the country, you might be wondering where to go. We’ve got your back.
Here are the Best Amusement Arcades in Manila:
Versus Barcade PH
At this Taguig arcade, you can eat, drink, and play. Versus Barcade PH combines the atmosphere of a retro bar with filling food, soothing music, and vintage arcade games like pinball machines, Pacman, and Mario Kart. You can relive your childhood memories and make new ones while relaxing with your loved ones and playing your favorite arcade game
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Address: H343+XPP, Ground Floor, Uptown Parade, 9th Ave, Taguig, Metro Manila
Romatt Game Center RGC
This game center is where pro arcade gamers flock. RGC has a wide selection of arcade and console games, including The King of Fighters, X-Men vs. Street Fighter, and Nickelodeon’s All Star Brawl. This gaming center also hosts intense tournaments with prizes for the winners.
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Address: 69 Rd 3, Bagong Pag-asa, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Limitless Barcade
You can drink, bowl, play billiards, and play arcade games at this amusement arcade. You can compete with your friends in your favorite arcade games, such as Tekken 7, as well as enjoy exquisite food and drinks at the bar. Limitless Barcade also has a KTV where friends and families can sing their hearts out.
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Address: 78 Newport Blvd, 4th Floor, Newport Mall, Pasay, Metro Manila
Quantum Amusement
Quantum is another fantastic amusement arcade. This is one of the best arcades for competitive gamers because they can participate in Quantum-hosted tournaments. Metal Slug, Marvel vs. Capcom, Soul Calibur, and other popular classic games are available at this arcade. Out of its 100 branches, the best one yet is the Quantum Uptown Mall Branch in BGC, Taguig.
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Address: 36th St, Taguig, Metro Manila
Playland Fisher Mall
Are you in the mood for some roller skating? The Fisher Mall Playland amusement arcade not only has classic arcade games like Donkey Kong and Space Invaders, but it also has a Roller Disco.
You can roller skate for an hour and feel like you’re in an 80s movie for only P150. Not only that, you can also compete in roller skating competitions like the dancing competition and the Roller Disco prom king and queen.
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Address: Fisher Mall, 325 Quezon Ave, Sta Cruz, Quezon City, 1104 Metro Manila
Q Power Station
Q Power Station is yet another arcade location for die-hard arcade fans. This arcade has locations all over Metro Manila, including The Podium, Rockwell Mall, Shagri-la Mall, and, of course, the best, SM Mall of Asia. Gamers will undoubtedly enjoy the arcade’s premium selection of the most popular Japanese and American games, such as the gamers’ favorite, Pokemon Tretta.
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Address: Central Business, Level-3 EM 156-158, SM Mall of Asia, Pacific Dr, Pasay, 1300 Metro Manila
Timezone
There are many Timezone branches scattered throughout the country, but the best is the largest Timezone located at Ayala Malls Manila Bay. Apart from the variety of arcade games, Timezone Manila Bay is also widely recognized for its 8-lane bowling and billiards hall. With its huge area and lots of arcades and activities, families and friends will surely have a wonderful time in this arcade.
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Address: 3rd Floor, Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Diosdado Macapagal Blvd. cor. Aseana Ave., Parañaque City
Arcades are one of the best things that have happened in both children’s and adults’ lives. It’s a good idea to go out and play a game to unwind and de-stress.
Are you planning to visit one of these arcades? Go get your tokens and live and play like a child again.
