Had more time to play all the different games modes. Had a lot more fun. I was dripping sweat so wear light clothes and bring a towel read more

Located in The District at Tustin Legacy, this huge outdoor mall has basically everything you need. At the center of it is Activate Tustin, a interactive high tech gaming facility essentially. It's pretty much like a real life video game simulation, love the many features that comes with visiting. (Reservation in advance recommended) Pricing: 60 Minutes: $30 per player 90 Minutes: $40 per player (Perfect for first timers in my opinion to try out all the games) Staff here is very informative and friendly. They walked us through locker rooms for storage and how our electronic wristbands work. Very informative and easy to use and definitely a "futuristic" style towards Activate. LOVE IT! My wife took me here for my birthday and it was the absolute BEST. We had such a blast interacting/playing with each room. The options are just endless when it comes to what to play and how to play. It's mainly co-op games along with 2+ player games. You can choose "versus" games as well where you compete against each other. As a couple, there's plenty of teamwork games that my wife and I tried. I'd say that we work very well together due to how our games went. Most games we played were very successful and very fun. Our team bonding definitely increased after playing games together. Since we're both very competitive, we played some versus games as well to compete against each other. They were extremely fun and very fulfilling. I recommend wearing comfortable clothes as some games, if not most games require some kind of movement. I highly recommend checking this spot out, it's great for team bonding, couples, families, friends, teams, etc. We went over the weekend during morning - lunch hours and it wasn't too packed. It's pretty clean as well which is always nice to see the upkeep when the facility has lots of movement. Very happy that my wife introduced me to this spot. read more

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My husband and I went on a day date and spent an hour here. We had a BLAST. It's a great place for dates, small groups, and to bring older kids. The staff was friendly and explained how everything worked thoroughly. Once we paid up, someone showed us how to navigate the game rooms. They even have free lockers to store your things. There were about a dozen game rooms (some closed for maintenance). Most of them have collaborate or opponent options and each game had 2-7 different versions. You pick the version you want to play (there is a quick summary/explanation for each one) and then enter the game rooms games last 1-2 minutes. While inside, you can keep leveling up until you want to exit or another group is waiting to play. You have a wristband which records your points and you can see your standing on a scoreboard. You can also redeem coins for merch. The games were all so fun. Our favorites were the grid and hide and seek. Because each room has 2-7 games and 10 levels for each, you could play forever. We are already planning on our next visit. Please be advised, you get so sweaty! Bring water. It's also dark with bright lights so it might not be the best for anyone with light sensitivity or vertigo. read more

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Extremely fun activity that is great for dates, family outings, and friendly hangouts. There are many challenge rooms, with each room having different themes. These games are designed for groups of 2 to 5 players. My husband and I visited, just the 2 of us, and we had a blast. We booked the 90 minute experience, which felt like the perfect amount of time to try out all of the games that we were interested in. Each person has to set up a profile with a player name. This can be done either at the facility or beforehand. Once you check in, everyone gets a tracking wristband that is used to scan into the challenge rooms and keep track of your score. The staff were very friendly and informative. We received a quick tour of the place before playing the games. There is a locker room to store your stuff, and a different wristband is used to access your assigned locker. Wearing comfortable sneakers and clothing is a must. A good chunk of the games will require moving around and being physically active. There is the perfect balance of dynamic games focusing on mental vs physical abilities. Most of the games are teambuilding games where we have to work together to complete the game levels. There are also some games where we can compete against each other. Some of my favorite rooms are Mega Grid, Portals, Strike, and Hoops. I highly recommend checking out this high-tech active gaming facility if you haven't yet. It is part of a large outdoor mall with many surrounding stores. Make sure to book the experience ahead of time to secure your spot. read more

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Activate is an immersive and interactive gaming experience located The District in Tustin. There are multiple locations across the country and the world. There's ample free parking on-site at the mall. There are 13 rooms that offer different game options. Even within each room there are different kinds of games so there is lots of variety. There are free lockers to put your stuff in while you play, but you can also carry things like phones around. Some games require running around a lot so you should wear closed toe shoes. Games range from laser, floor tile, basketball, and more. When it is very busy you can put your name on the queue until the current group finishes. Some of the games were very short when it got really busy, basically like 30 seconds so not really a game at all before we had to exit the room. The rooms also don't have an easy way to tell if it's occupied so you have to peak into a dark room to see if there are shadows of people inside. I would've preferred a light that signifies that it's occupied so it's easier to tell. The games also start immediately after you enter the room and the game instructions aren't always clear. It's similar to recently-opened Hijinx Hotel in Irvine in that each of the rooms has a different objective and you work with your team to achieve it. I think I prefer Hijinx Hotel more because their games are funner and the experience is better, but this is still a fun and family-friendly event. read more

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This place was actually really fun! The downside is there's a limit of 5 people per room, which didn't really work well with our party of 6. We ended up having to split up into groups of 3/3. We also learned the hard way that a 4/2 split didn't work since the games wouldn't activate with just a 2 person group. I recommend wearing gym clothes cause you will be activate - they also have lockers for free to store your items. Time starts when you start your first game - so plan accordingly! Favorite rooms: Laser room and mega grid. Most games only last 1-2 minutes so there's not much of a wait time if there is another group inside. But time moves quickly!!! I would def. check out the reservation times and try to go at a time with less people (probably not really possible on weekends). Also, I came here pregnant and STILL had a great time! read more

We had an amazing time here. I recommend wearing gym clothes because you really sweat despite the AC going at full blast. They have lockers for personal items. Unfortunately there's a 5 person maximum per room so plan accordingly. We really enjoyed many of the mini games in each room but our favorite were the ones where you tap on the colored tiles on the ground. Some of the other games involved a lot of thinking and cooperation. The staff was very friendly and explained everything well. Definitely family friendly and a great cardio workout. They have deals online to make this affordable too. Plenty of parking and near the AMC in the District. read more

Great time with friends! Got to use the summer pack deal, which helped with the cost. Clean facilities and we saw them wiping the doors down while playing. Also Anna Leigh was helpful at the front desk adjusting our play time with the credit I had. Much appreciated and incentivized to come back because of the customer service. The mega laser room had an error in the game, but their staff quickly did maintenance and had it back running within our hour. read more

I am completely obsessed with Activate! I was seeing videos online and was fearful it was just online hype or good marketing tactics, however it was even better than expected! I highly suggest you book ahead, as they sell out often. Once arrived, we checked in, got assigned a locker for our valuables, got our activate wristbands that are needed to create a profile, earn points and play games. Nick showed us around and gave us the rules. There are multiple activity rooms and each one is equally as cool and unique! Every room has multiple versions of a game, including team games and competition. It felt like the possibilities were endless. We booked 1 hour, and while it did feel like enough time, I wanted more and cannot wait to come back! They have prizes you can win and even a league with worldwide tournaments. I also loved the photo area (just wish it wasn't near the bathroom). 2 things that would be a nice bonus is a little cooler AC and hand sanitizer after the rooms. People get pretty sweaty and it would be great to have sanitizing stations! read more

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Great activities for adults and kids alike! It is best to make a reservation online in case it gets too crowded. I loved that this particular location is next to a lot of great food options as well! read more

I went to the Activate in Culver City and decided to take my daughter to this location when we were in the area. The vibe is very similar, but because it's officially summertime, it was particularly crowded with kids and young adults. We arrived at 11AM-ish and there were a decent number of people already there. Despite the crowds, we were still able to play and enter most if not all rooms. I was concerned that my 8 year old daughter may not enjoy some of the activities and while I was surprised she was scared of the Mission Impossible (dodging lasers) room, she really enjoyed all the other games. This is definitely a place to also go with adult friends if you're looking for a unique activity. They have similar games that you may experience at the Hyjinx Hotel but with way more options. We opted for 90 minutes and I was sweating because it was a workout after all (dress comfortably)! Unfortunately, we had to cut this activity short since we accidentally bumped into each other in one of the rooms and she ended up crying, but she did overall enjoy her time there! read more

I did not expect myself to have this much fun. There are SO many rooms to choose from, all of which require different skills -- mobility, intelligence, accuracy, speed, and agility. My favorite rooms were the mega grid and mega laser. I believe my group tried all but one and those were the ones we continuously went back to. We went as a group of four but you can have up to five which is definitely more efficient for select games. They have lockers where you can keep all your belongings and they give you a wristband to keep track of your stats and scan to play games. I'd recommend making a reservation in advance, especially if you're trying to book on the weekends. read more

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I was in a search of a fun group activity here in the Orange County County area. And we had seen activate Tustin on social media. I'm excited to book. All in all, it was actually very fun. We are glad that we did the one hour session because the 90 minute might've been a little bit too long for us. Lots of different rooms with different activities spanning over from shooting baskets, throwing balls, touching screens, some of them also including different activities with sensors on the ground. Overall, it is actually really fun and interactive, and it was a fun time. It was also cool that there were prizes at the very end that we could redeem if you wanted to. When we first checked in the team members were super nice and went through the whole process. They gave us a wristband for the lockers on the side room. And once we were all done, we then registered our white bracelets that were for the games and also that was what had our tags and usernames attached to them. Can't wait to come back. Pricing seemed very fair and it wasn't over the top. Can't wait to do these activities again. read more

I made a reservation after I saw a clip. It was very fun and the time went by so quick, but we managed to try a majority of the rooms. Though it is crowded the wait for a room does not take long because of the game duration. They have lockers where you can place your belongings. I would go back again. read more

We were a 10 people group for a friend's bday and paid for 90 minutes. Maddie was super helpful with explaining the rules and how to use the wristbands. Dress for activity because you'll be moving a lot and being water! Your group gets a locker for any personal items you don't want to carry in with you. Plenty of rooms and games to explore. The downside is you get through 1 level before you have to step out for the next group, but your game is saved on your wristband so you can resume later without having to restart at level 1. It can get a little chaotic with all the different groups running around. It's located in a mall so there's plenty of things to eat and drink afterwards. read more

Ideally, I'd go here with my friends on a weekday before dinner but Saturday after lunch worked better for our schedules. Reserve ahead of time if you have a big party to avoid wait times. Angel explained the rules and walked us down the first hallway. They only allow 5 people max per room but each game is about 1-2 min. As of Jan 2026, it's 30$ per person for 60 min. Hope prices don't skyrocket as the months go on. My group of 7 split into a group of 4 and a group of 3 and just rotated depending on our energy levels. Everyone wears wristbands that keep track of your points and you just scan it when you want to join a game. There were tons of children running around so it was chaotic but expected as it's a weekend. Also some rooms smelled like maple syrup.. Who is eating pancakes at 4 pm?! We probably got to try 80% of the games. We had our favorites and kept going back to it. My personal favs: Grid and Hide. Each game has 4-5 mini games you can choose on the screen and difficulty levels (up to 10) go up the more you play. Great way to get some cardio in and play in a futuristic setting! Will drag more of my friends back here to get our CARDIO on. read more

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Mini-adventure mission: successful. I invited two friends to Activate after reading Yelp reviews, with one instruction: show up in activewear and trust me. We had a very limited idea of what we signed up for, and it ended up being one of the most fun friend hangouts I've had in a long time. We're big kids with bills, but this place had us laughing and moving nonstop, and I think kids around 10+ would love it too. Shoutout to Annalie for making check-in easy, and Ben for the tour. You can tell Ben genuinely loves his job. He was fun, interactive, and super clear on how everything works, which made it easy to jump in. There are over a dozen game rooms with different modes. You level up as you win, rack up points, and can trade them in for prizes at the end. The standout for me was the meteor game where you throw bags at the screens, and the red warning lights start blinking when the meteor gets too close. Miss it and it's game over. I was obsessed. Pro tips: * Best with 3 to 5 people (bigger groups may need to split up). * Wear activewear or something you can move in. * I went Friday around 2 PM and it wasn't crowded, but weekends sound packed, including parking. I can't wait to go back. read more

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Activate was so much fun! We went with a group of 5, and honestly that felt like the perfect number since a lot of the games have 5 slots. We got there around 6:30 and it was pretty busy, but each game is under a minute, so you still get plenty of chances to try everything. By the end of our 90 minutes, we were exhausted and sweating from all the running around. Definitely a fun and active experience! read more

Parking is in a shared lot so had no issue finding any. Wow this place was a blast! Had such a fun time, lots of fun, interactive, different rooms. Nothing was malfunctioning which is always my fear in places with a bunch of technology. Went on a weekend night & it wasn't terribly busy! They have lockers to put your stuff in for free. Wear comfortable clothes & get ready to sweat! Also a HUGE shout out to Ben. He was working the front desk & greeted us/ showed us around and he was lovely. He seemed like a happy person & happy to be there. The world needs more people like Ben. Thank you for making our experience great. Everyone there was!! read more

I've already visited twice with friends to celebrate their birthday. The first time we came on a Saturday afternoon and the place was filled with large groups of kids - the wait times for each game room was long and the place was noisy. The second time we came on a Saturday night and the experience was much better. You are able to activate the next level of a game from within the room if no one is waiting outside. It's such a fun concept - and no, it's not another Escape Room. It does take figuring out puzzles and patterns but each game room is about 60s of an experience. Suggest wearing activewear because you're certainly moving around a lot. The facilities are nice - free locker per reservation, Photo Booth, and clean restrooms. They provide a quick orientation and you can collect points over time in your account to redeem for gifts or additional play time. I suggest reserving 90 minutes to fully experience each room and have the option to level up in your favorite ones. 3-5 players is an ideal sized group to enjoy - and all age groups can find something fun here. It is a sensory overload and heads up, relies a lot on colors (my hubby is color-blind and struggled). read more

Huzzah! Alice in Borderland? Squid Game? Grab your gaming wristbands, cuz you're in for a heart-pounding time! I love Activate. It's a dream come true. Spectacular action-packed experience with friends guaranteed to challenge the body & mind. - A few of the gamerooms were not A/C'ed. Humid in there running around and perspiring. - The badges need to be more attainable, and the clues need to be more informative. - Too bad the 60/90mins continues counting even if you take a water/restroom break. - Almost all the games are centered around multiplayers. No 1-player games. . Expensive without discounts. . Unlike the Culver City location, at this one, the restroom is located inside the games hall. + Free, plentiful parking. read more

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Activate in Tustin is honestly such a fun spot. It feels like a video game mixed with an escape room vibe. I think you need at least 2 people to play and honestly the more the better. Some rooms are co-op where you have to work together and others put you head to head which makes it way more competitive and hilarious. The laser room was my favorite. Felt like Mission Impossible but with way more laughing and way less smooth moves lol. Sneakers are a must because you'll be running, jumping, and trying not to embarrass yourself. Staff was super chill, explained everything, and the place is spotless. We did the one hour session and it flew by. We walked out sweaty, tired, and already planning round two Definitely recommend if you're looking for something different to do with friends or even a fun date night :) read more

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15 of us went to celebrate a birthday of our friends and I had no idea what to expect when arriving. I was prefaced by my friend it's mini games and you try to score high scores and each room has different activities. This turned out to be so much more fun than I thought. There's games for those that don't want too much strenuous activity as well as those that wants to get their physical exertion. The staff there are pretty attentive and ready to help if any. I didn't do all activities due to some physical challenges, but even then I was being asked if I needed any assistance. I would recommend coming here with a group of at least 5. Each activity maxes it 5 people that collaborate together. It's a great teamwork activity!!! read more

So much fun for an adult night out! Also, did not expect to get a workout, but it's basically the most fun cardio you'll ever experience

The staff were wonderful, they explained everything in great detail and were friendly. The games you play are so fun and keep your adrenaline pumping! Highly recommend, you'll get a good workout in. read more

I went with my lady, brother, and sister-in-law. Coming in I could feel the youth as a 27 year old man walking into an establishment with mostly children lol. But I was glad that it didn't matter the age, that this place is for everyone. We had a great time playing their assortment of games. I only wish we had more time to be honest. Some caveats are that some people will cut you in lines if you're not paying attention, and the hallways could be cramped. We all thought there could be better AC/ventilation, wider hallways, and more game rooms but they're working with what they have. Make sure you don't wear warm clothing like we did and expect a fun workout. 10/10 recommend read more

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Activate is located inside Tustin District and so there's a good amount of parking. It's their opening weekend and so they had a $5 per person deal for an hour game. We had a group of 8 people, but each room is 2-5 people so we split up and swapped around. Upon arrival, you receive a wristband that you register to the email you signed with the waiver. They give you a wristband that connects to the room you want to plan the game in. They also give a wristband for the group for a locker where you can keep your stuff. There's a ton of different rooms with a good amount of different games. They're co-op games as well as competitive. My groups favorite was the mega grid and mega laser. Each room screen tells you the objective of the game but I found it a bit confusing. If there's another group inside, you have to wait until they're done. Most of the games were around 1-2 minute long so it went by really quick. We were able to go around to the different rooms a get a ton of different games in! I did find that it did get crowded and a bit confusing. It's opening weekend but some of the screens and games weren't working. The workers also seemed a bit frazzled with the crowd and we had to wait at the end to even turn in the wristbands. After two to three games, my friends and I were super hot and sweaty and it didn't seem they had AC blowing hard so it heat up really fast. They also didn't allow us to bring water inside and their only water fountains. Weren't working so we were dehydrated from all the running! It was overall a really cool experience!! They have leagues where you can get points to redeem prizes. Their normal price is $30 for hour play per person. read more

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This was so fun! Definitely come in athletic clothes and comfy shoes. They do not let you wear slippers for obvious reasons. You get to play all the rooms in the hour, and you'd definitely have time to replay as well. They also have versus mode, but that doesn't give you coins to redeem for prizes read more

My son was invited to come here for his friend's birthday party. We had 15 5th grade boys having the best time of their lives! There are several rooms with different missions like basketball, throwing a ball to destroy meteorites, a game similar to the floor is lava, etc. It's a wonderful way to get kids moving while they still feel engaged like they're doing a video game quest. The bracelet tracks their points and they can accumulate it to trade in for prizes. Activate is conveniently located in the pedestrian corridor at Tustin District. On the weekends it can get pretty crowded and you have to wait for the rooms. My son said 60 min isn't enough, he's asking for 90 min the next time we go back. The place is clean and staff is very friendly. read more

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OMG THIS PLACE IS SO FUN AND I THINK IM ADDICTED. Definately a unqiue gaming experience! It kinda feels like real life mario party games you can play with your friends. When you get there you check in register your wristbands and go into the gaming area. There are so many rooms with different types of games. There are co-op and competitive game options and a wide varitey of game modes. I only spent 60 minutes and I couldnt play all of the ones I wanted so I'll definately come back. I came out so sweaty!! Bring water you can drink outside area but it cuts into your time. My favorite has to be the grid and laser games but there was such a good diversity. I think this would be super fun group activity. I think the rooms say max 5 people but I definately saw some rooms with 6 people going in so they seem very accomdating. I came on a saturday and I thought it was pretty crowded like typically we had to wait to play the grid game but only like on group at the most. read more

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Such an amazing time at Activate Tustin! As a group of friends in our 30's, we were looking for something to do other than eat & this spot was perfect. The rooms were very interactive and had us sweating. Definitely worth it!!! read more

Very fun games to do with group of family and friends! Plenty of different games and as you pass each level, you can try it again for more points at a higher difficulty! It was very fun, have to be strategic for some, and there is a cool little leaderboard for the competitive-minded people read more

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We went to Activate on their opening weekend, so it was $5 per person for an hour of play. We came with a group of eight, but each room only accommodates 2-5 people, so we had to split up, which made it an interesting experience. Since it was opening weekend, things were a bit confusing--lots of kids, some noticeable body odor, no AC, and the water fountains weren't working. That said, the concept is super fun! We really enjoyed the Mega Grid, Grid, and Laser games--those are definitely where your money is worth it. Some of the other games were just okay; in a few rooms, screens weren't working or the game pieces weren't very responsive. It would be really cool if they had an adult night, because there were a lot of kids when we went. Compared to RGB Run, Activate has a lot more variety with the Laser and Mega Grid games, with different levels and game modes within the rooms. I just wish the facilities--like the AC and water fountains--were better. Overall, I'd give it 4 stars. It's really fun, but some games feel more geared toward kids and aren't worth the time. If they duplicated more of the Grid and Laser-style rooms, it would make the experience more cohesive for adults. read more

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Super fun experience, highly recommend for all who like active games and aren't afraid to get a little sweaty. Lots of game rooms to choose from. Lots of replay value too to beat high scores, improve your skills, or to come with different groups of people. read more

I came here with my friends on a Saturday afternoon. We didn't know what to expect since we have never been here before. We learned that each room was designated a specific game. You would wait outside the room you want to play until the party before you finishes. We were there for 2 hours and had a lot of fun. If I ever go back I would definitely pick a weekday to go because it was very crowded with teenagers when we went so there was a bit of wait for all of the rooms. read more

TLDR: best $30 i spent on an activity. go with a lot of friends! avoid peak child hours bc if you are there at the same time as a child bday party, it's a bit of a nightmare. you can check availability online. reservations recommended. convenient location to grab boba or dinner after! read more

This place is great place to get your energy pumping with a bunch of friends! Theres a bunch of rooms with different versions of games in each one where you're able to choose from and play! The weekends are super packed but waits for each room is generally less than 5 min. In your purchase you also get a locker rental for free to put all your stuff in as well. Each room requires at least 3 players but no more than 5. Definitely try each room out to see which one's your favorite!! Personally love the hide, grid, and laser room. Left here with great memories! read more

Super happy to have an Activate so close to me now, and I truly hope they're here to stay! I don't have to fly out of state (or out of the country!) to go to one anymore. Activate at the Tustin District is an excellent venue for friends and families of all ages, at about $30/person per one hour session. I enjoy the experience every time I play, whether 60 minutes or 90 minutes, and I always look forward to going here with friends. Activate provides bursts of exercise and mental engagement since each game is between one to several minutes long, depending on how well you do and if you can continue when no one is waiting for your game. Others describe Activate as an immersive and interactive video game, or real-life "The Floor is Lava" haha. The timer for your group starts as soon as you scan into your first game and press "START" on that screen, so be mindful of the time when taking breaks and waiting in lines throughout your session. I believe it's five players max per group, so it'll be a cool way to hangout and bond. You'll definitely be running and jumping around, so be prepared to sweat and drink plenty of water and/or electrolytes. I love that the rooms and their respective games include physical challenges, puzzle-solving, and quick thinking and reflexes. Multiple levels (from 1-10), modes (collaborative, vs, and 1-vs-all), and styles (different methods or goals) create lots of opportunities to experience fun and change up the intensity. My favorite rooms are Grid, Mega Grid, Laser, Mega Laser, Hide, and Press. You get individual wristbands for scanning into games and checking your account, and then one separate, different colored one for a group locker to store your belongings. You earn points after winning games, and you can redeem prizes with those points. The staff here are chipper and chill, and I really appreciate that they seem to like what they do here. Friendly and sometimes competitive, too XD They're attentive and usually ask if you're ready to go or if you need a quick rundown before starting. Bathrooms, a water fountain, and a photo booth are provided towards the middle of the venue. I do wish the venue and its game rooms were better ventilated, though. read more

Super fun activity to hang out with friends. You can choose between 60 minutes or 90 minutes. The space has roughly 10 games to choose from! They range from throwing basketball hoops to dodging green lights like the matrix. I recommend going with 2 to 5 friends because the games only fit 5 max! read more

Located at The District in Tustin! SUPER FUN place for kids and adults! We are from out of town, but wanted to find an activity to do with our cousins and this was the perfect activity. We got a good workout in and spending time playing so many different games! Each room has a type of activity / setup and within each room there are different games you can choose from. You can work as a team to gain coins or compete against each other. With the coins you earn, you can exchange it for swags, more time, etc. I highly recommend this place! We have been a few times now and still have so much to play! read more