The drinks were great! And decor was nice with all the free games great for friends to hangout or…read morestart the night. Definitely will be back again! The staff was friendly and informative about the drinks.

A barcade! If you're a fan of old-school arcade games, this is the spot. Two levels of games, all…read morein great condition. And the best part? They're all FREE! The staff is always friendly and super helpful. They offer beer, wine, cocktails, and a pretty solid menu to choose from. There are tons of games, but of course, I always end up spending most of my time at my favorite. Another thing I extremely appreciate is that they have wipe stations throughout, so you can clean off the games if you'd like. Ps-- Harry Potter playing on the screens that day was a major bonus.

If you're looking for a place where you can easily lose track of time (in the best way possible),…read morePins Mechanical is it. This isn't just a bar with a few games tucked in the corner--it's an entire experience. Everywhere you turn there's something to do. Whether you're feeling competitive or just want to laugh with friends, you'll find duckpin bowling, bocce ball, pinball machines for days, patio pong (think giant beer pong), ping pong, foosball, billiards, and one of my personal favorites... Hookie, a surprisingly addicting ring toss game that had us saying, "One more round..." more times than I'd like to admit. One thing I really appreciate is that the atmosphere works for just about everyone. You can come for date night, celebrate with a group, bring coworkers, or just grab a drink and wander around trying games you've never played before. It somehow feels energetic without being overwhelming. The upstairs patio is a hidden gem. There's plenty of seating, colorful décor, and a fire pit that makes it a great place to take a break before heading back inside. (I still miss the adult swings they used to have--they were ridiculously fun... although I can also understand why swinging and cocktails may not have been the safest long-term business decision. ) There are several bars throughout the building, so grabbing a drink is easy, and yes... they serve Jell-O shots if that's your thing. They don't serve food, but that's honestly not an issue because you're welcome to bring your own in. We grabbed food from The Garage next door, and it paired perfectly with an afternoon of games. A few tips: * Don't skip the upstairs. * Try Hookie at least once. * Wander around before settling on one activity--you'll probably discover something you didn't know was there. * Plan on staying longer than you expected. This is one of those rare places where the atmosphere is just as entertaining as the games themselves. Whether it's your first visit or your tenth, it's hard to walk out without saying, "We should come back."

Our team recently had a team building night out at Pins Mechanical for duck pin bowling. It's…read moreregular bowling (no special shoes required) but on a smaller scale. The pins are on strings and the balls are hand sized. We had two lanes and a dedicated server to come take food and drink orders. She was speedy and very attentive. I had the mocktails and they were tasty but just a bit too sweet. The bartender was able to pour over ice and top with soda water which helped. Along with bowling they have pinball, jenga, cornhole, and other yard games. It really started picking up and getting busy around 7:30-8pm.

It was SO fun, i went with my father, sister, cousin, 1 day before my birthday! I hope this place…read morestays open because its the best

The place is huge. It looks really small from the storefront, but there's all sorts of fun…read moreactivities inside. There's laser tag, a laser maze, axe throwing, an arcade, and a projectile arena. There's also a bar and a motion ride (where you shoot at targets).

This place is great! All you can play for $15…read more We actually had a group of 11 and I think 10 or more gets you down to paying only $10 a person! You get a wrist ban and can play all day long with in and out privileges so you can go to the restroom, get some food, shop, and still come back for more! They have pinballs, dance revolution, guitar hero, tons of retro games and newer systems. You can play in groups or solo. They also sell games, devices, clothing and other merchandise. Definitely a great place to go to spend the day gaming!!

This is a great place to play video games, and it held my older kid's attention for at least two…read morehours. My younger child (lower elementary age) was bored after about 45 minutes, but your mileage may vary. Boss Battle Games has a lot of cabinet-style arcade games, like Centipede, Pac-Man, Mortal Kombat and others. All of your Gen-X and Millennial video game dreams will be fulfilled here. They also have some pinball machines -- some you can play for an extra fee, and some seemed like they could be played with the price of admission. There are also some interactive games, like Dance Dance Revolution. Speaking of admission: You pay $15 for a wristband that grants you access to almost all of the video games, and you can come and go all day. If you're really into playing video games, this is a great deal. They don't sell any food or beverages here, so if you want something to eat or drink, you'll need to leave and come back. But since Boss Battle Games is located inside Castleton Mall, there are lots of places to find something to eat around the area.

Such a fun place to take the wonderful girls I nanny for, I come from having SkyZone and this kicks…read moreits butt. The staff makes sure that everyone is being safe and no risks or accidents can even begin to happen which I really appreciate while being trusted with someone else's children. Highly recommend

I brought my 4 1/2-year-old here today and initially thought I had found the perfect place. Within…read more30 minutes, I was at the register purchasing a $157 monthly pass (4 months) for the toddler area. I was impressed enough that I texted three friends photos, told my wife to start planning our son's birthday party here, and was actively asking managers about upgrading to full access because I had just discovered the larger "Adrenaline" area. For context: it's Indiana winter, it was cold, and I had a hooded sweatshirt on with the hood up because I was freezing. During my 2 1/2-hour stay, I spoke with two managers about memberships--neither said a word about my hood. While walking around trying to keep up my child, I heard someone off to the side say, "Take your hood off." I approached the man, who asked me politely. I politely asked why it was a rule. His response was shocking: "So I can see your entire face on my 50 cameras." This was 11:30 a.m. on a Friday, not a packed weekend night. I turned away to continue looking for my child, removed the hood, and muttered "whatever dude" under my breath. That's when the situation escalated wildly. He charged toward me, yelling: "I'm the owner--if you don't like it, leave!" I had already complied. That wasn't enough. He then shouted: "I'll give you your money back!" And finally said something that truly crossed a line: "If there are off-colored people with hoods up and we ask them to take it down, what would that look like?" I'm still trying to understand why race was brought into this at all. Let me be clear: * The facility is great for kids * The staff and managers were wonderful * We were not leaving anytime soon until this happened But the owner's behavior was aggressive, unnecessary, and completely inappropriate. A simple rule explanation would've sufficed. Instead, it turned into a power trip with racial commentary that had no place in the conversation. Rules are rules--but how you enforce them matters. I'll take the refund. And I'll take my business elsewhere.

A new option for vr entertainment. No need to buy an expensive computer and be set. All games are…read moreavailable in 15 minute sessions with one, two, or three game packs at different prices. The facilities are brand new and in tip top shape. They offer a variety of food, snacks, and drinks. We didn't eat while we were here. But my son checked out one of the VR games for 15 minutes. He loved the kid friendly player vs player shooter. They have a large catalog of games to choose from. They do divide the games for older kids and adults vs younger players. There was plenty of staff on hand to assist and answer questions as well. The location is next to the movie theatre if you are trying to find it. I also heard they offer birthday parties as well. My son says he liked it a lot and had a good time playing the game.

My 5 year old grandson and I came here for a birthday party. It was a really great time! Their…read morerange of VR games is awesome so there is something for everyone! Dawn, the owner was very personable and a gracious host! All her employees were very polite and did a great job with all the kids! They were very patient in a room of kids! I would definitely recommend Virtual Galaxy to anyone of any age! My grandson is already asking to come back!!

some. My little had a blast. They have a large parking lot that can handle more than enough…read morevehicles. They do have age and weight limits that they strictly adhere to and I know the ceiling is 250 pounds, because I was knocking on the door of it and had to jump on the scale. You have to be at least three to join in on the fun, so I left the youngest little at home. This place is huge, approximately 72,000 square feet, and there are not many indoor kids play places on the south side of Indy, so this is a welcomed addition. They have zip lines, rock climbing walls, trampoline dodgeball, trampoline basketball, trampolines, a battle pit with foam blocks, trampoline air bag, laser tag, and a ropes course. There are also concession stands and video games. I must admit, that looks like a place that teleworking parents bring their kids while they work. They had some people there that looked like they were in a home office. The entire staff here is very friendly and helpful. Top notch all the way. You can bring your own helmet for the zip line, ropes course and rock climbing, which I recommend, so you know it fits, or they have common use ones that you can borrow They have 2 concession stands, one upstairs, by where you get on the zip-line and one downstairs. The upstairs one is only open on busy days. The downstairs one has a small arcade area and is their primary concession bar. They have candy, soft drinks, hot dogs, burger, fries, pretzels and other typical quick food. They are slightly higher priced than normal. I guess in line with movie theater prices. And they do not allow outside food or drinks. They have 4 zip lines that are all the same, but the number of lines open depends on how packed the place is. They were only running one line while I was there. There are some couches overlooking the zip line and some tables and chairs in the area of the upstairs concession stand that are some prime real estate. That is where some parents set up their hoe offices and also serves as a place to hold people's coats, shoes and other belongings. I did not see one free, while I was there. FYI: The ropes course has a higher height requirement than most of the attractions there. You should check it before you wait in line to make sure that your little is good to go. The rock climbing wall has two sections. One has a lot of attachments for little kids to grab and stand on. The other has much less attachments and is way more challenging. They have a toddler area, with a large bounce house and little toys. It is fenced off from the other areas. It is only for kids 2 years old and under or who are under 35 pounds. This is the only area in the complex that those kids can play. They play host to birthday parties and have a huge indoor soccer field where they hosts soccer leagues, football games and ultimate frisbee. It is very nice, with spectator bleachers and all. It can be rented out. They run some good specials, like their Hero Days on Wednesday and Thursday where Police, teachers, firefighters, nurses and military (along with their immediate family) get a discounted rate for 2 hours of unlimited stuff. It is a really good deal. You may also find an occasional Groupon deal as well. I really do not understand all the bad reviews this place got. My experience was awesome. My little and I had so much fun. She rode the zip line like they were closing it down for the season. She was able to easier navigate the rock climbing wall, which boosted her confidence as well as her ego. There is tons to do here, but I think two hours is good to do what you want to do. This is definitely the place to bring the little ones, but not too little. I highly recommend checking this place out.

There really is something for everyone here. Even toddlers and crawlers have their own little…read moresection, and it's reserved just for the little kids, blocked off by a black mesh curtain, with height and weight cut offs and everything. It's like a little baby nightclub. But mainly, Zip City is for the big kids. There are two ziplines, several trampolines (even trampolines where you can joust, shoot hoops and play dodgeball), a laser tag area, a sky obstacle course and a rock climbing wall. There is also an indoor field, but we didn't play on it because there was a soccer game happening when we visited. We were here for a birthday party, and it seems like a great place to have a party. You get your own space with tables and a staff member to help, and then you set your hellions loose to burn off the sugar from the birthday cake. It's a really fun place for boys and girls who are adventurous and need an outlet for their energy. One of the things that I appreciate was that there was a staff member at each area, and several at the trampolines. They are always watching everything that's happening, and will remind you of the rules if they see you breaking them. I like my kids to have fun, but I like them to be safe more. In order to use the zipline, you need to weigh at least 35 pounds. Keep that in mind when planning a trip! Kids who weigh less than 35 pounds can play in the toddler section.

This place is underrated. I came for a kids birthday party and I had so much fun with my husband…read moreplaying arcades and drinking at the bar. I'm surprised it wasn't more packed. There's so much to do and play for kids and adults. I'd definitely recommend for date night, family outing, or anything really. Adult drinks were pretty good, not sure about the food we didn't get a chance to try but the menu looks promising.

I really like this place! It's perfect for game day or just a pop in for an hour on a rainy day…read more They have a couple of retro gaming consoles in the back which are enough to keep me busy while my kids are doing Nerf or VR or the Bball shootout. The little food window smells like deep fried perfection but I've never eaten anything from there. If you're bringing kids, have them get a couple of friends to tag along or they might not get the full effect if it's not very busy inside.