Arcadia: America's Playable Arcade Museum - McLean, Illinois

Abbie

We had a BLAST here! You can play for hours! Tons of options. Loved introducing my son to authentic 1980's games! All but 2 worked. Amazing. Great activity for snowy/rainy days.

Alex V

Amazing time. Would recommend to everyone. So many games to choose from and so cheap to play! East drive from Bloomington (take Historic Route 66!). Easy parking out front. I spent about an hour and a half here and spent probably around 6 dollars. Bring cash or quarters, there are change machines on site. Most games take 25 to 50 cents. There's also pinball paradise kitty corner with more games!

Chas Smas

Love this place! Who ever owns it loves pinball and video games.
Some of the very best pinball from the 90s and some of the best pinball games of all time!
All the pinball games were perfectly level and in good playing shape.
Games not working were turned off or labeled as weak left flipper .....etc.
What a gem of a place in the middle of nowhere. Lots of old video games also. Great family fun and cheap!

Nicholas McGahan

Fun exploring all the different arcade games, but calling this a museum is a stretch. There's no information about the history of significance of the machines there, no history of arcade cabinets, and basically nothing to learn. I took off one star because I hoped to learn a little. Also, bring cash because there's no ATM there.

Becky C

So fun! We spent hours on just $20 each thanks to the $.50 games. It’s mostly Pinball games with some first person shooter games.

Nice little sitting area (for when you run out of money but your husband hasn’t yet! Ha!)

And don’t forget to go across the street to Pinball Paradise for more.

Yes they have a change machine and restroom.

My 8 yo and 13 yo approved.

Nhoj Alkuk

If you have only ever heard of your parents going to the arcade and putting a quarter into a machine to play awesome fun games; not just swiping a card,,, the pinball emporium will envelope you in a clean, exciting, and intriguing state of mind(in my opinion). All of the games are vintage, so there is always a note if something isnt top notch,,, cherry on the sundae is that the owners are really good at repairs and having new games. Incredible place to go for fun with family or friends

Nicole B.

What a fun place to bring kids or even come and check out games from your childhood. This gem had 100 different games you can play for quarters!
Parking is more for smaller vehicles, but you could park down the street and walk if you have an RV.
The owner has 2 locations that are caty corner from each other with different types of games.
The games vary- frogger, zekes peek. Pac-man. Super Mario bros., Ghost Squad.. They have air hockey, Foosball, pinball machines, dance machines. You name it..
You can set up birthday party's here. They have a party room available with tables and chairs.
Theh also have a sitting area for parents who are waiting for kids

Vincent Allen

Absolutely love this museum, my wife and I will drive the hour just to play pinball for a couple of hours.

We love the ability to just get in and turn a $20 bill into quarters and play.

I have recommended this museum to many people and will continue to do so.

Most games are in good repair and work well. There are a few that are showing their age and use.