My boyfriend, friends and I had a fun double date here as we were waiting to do trivia elsewhere and decided to check out all the cool nerdy spots in Olympia to kill some time. We stopped by here and saw the mixture of old and new arcade games from shooters, pinball, rhythm games, claw machines, and they even had a neat prize area which was super nostalgic. The staff here is friendly and attentive! They do have some booths and bar stools to sit at if you want to take a small break and properly to enjoy your food as I know they do server food and drinks here. However, I didn't notice that the kitchen was in a separate part of the arcade so we didn't get to check it out that but I saw they do have some creative menu item names. They also do trivia as well as a good happy hour! Definitely worth checking out and it is well priced for an arcade so great for date nights, family time, etc. read more

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Came here with Jaric while exploring downtown Olympia and it was fun! About $20 to last us an hour in the arcade and we played different games, including basketball, air hockey, driving, shooting, and claw machines. Worth the price, especially if you pace yourself. A bit tight, though, so would bump into others a lot, which could get a bit frustrating if you are really into a game and looking to really win. Photo Booth to the side, but limited filters. $5 for 2 strips. And there is a bar to the side through another entrance way that I did not check out, but did not seem as lively when I passed by. read more

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The bartender was fabulous and the best part of our visit. Unfortunately, it smelled terrible when we first walked in. Like the body odor of the gamers just permeated the space. If we weren't there for a birthday, I would have left. There are lots of rooms and lots of games. No idea how much things cost because I didn't pay. Sorry. I would maybe consider going back. They have lots of events that look fun. read more

Drinks and arcade games...how can you go wrong? Great service, the bartender was awesome! They have cards to load up your points on to play all the games. They also have a bookshelf full of board and card games which we took advantage of once a table big enough to fit our group opened up. read more

Awesome arcade with a great mix of classic games, pinball machines, racing games and a few odd ducks that are worth the tokens. Friendly staff. Serves beer and candy. Easy access to the cafe around the corner (via bathroom hallway) for coffee and small bites. Offers party packages and a private room. read more

Legends Arcade - Arcades Near Me - Olympia, Washington

On a recent trip to Seattle, I drove down to Olympia just to check out Legends Arcade. This place is a game changer (no pun intended). It totally took me back to my childhood and won me over, seeing the joy experienced by such a diverse community of game lovers. The place drew people cross-generationally from different ethnicities, gender identities, and socio-economic backgrounds. It was literally "fun for everyone". They have an array of standup game consoles, pinball machines, machine carnival games, first-person seated games, and a few competitive table games. Such variety to choose from. And most of the games were two token games, which you can purchase at the exchange machine using cash or by making a credit card purchase at the bar counter. There are also a variety of drinks (adult beverages and soft drinks) and candy to purchase. I know this place just opened, but I hope they expand. With a buildout, I can totally see upping their snack game, serving drinks from tap, adding more cocktail table arcade games, and even hosting tournaments. The possibilities are endless. read more

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Communication could be vastly improved. I emailed this business with an inquiry with no response. I tried calling today and all the phone did was ring. Oh well I guess they doing well enough business wise that they don't need new money. read more

Staff are very friendly and helpful, mom and pop vibe. Games aren't over priced compared to the Silverdale mall arcades. $20 goes a long way and tickets for prizes is a plus for kids. read more

Great local spot to meet up with friends or go on a date night. You can play many games with the token prices, grab a drink or some snacks if you want and settle in. It can be busy on a weekend but it's a great weekday outing option as it's usually pretty relaxed. read more

Pretty good selection of games and a photobooth. Mixed drinks at one bar and beer at the other. Pinball galore. A little pricey per play on most games. read more

I'll start by saying that Legends is a nice place and the staff are very welcoming. It's a good addition to Olympia. That said, I was a bit disappointed. I realize they're relatively new, but the offering of old-school 80's vintage games is, to be honest, pretty lacking. Joust, Dig-Dug, Tempest, Defender, Battlezone, Track & Field, etc., are unfortunately missing from their collection. Most of their games are newer, more modern ones that don't quite bring back the arcade nostalgia of my 80's childhood. Due to the limited selection, I ran out of games to play within the hour, where I would have preferred to spend a few hours getting lost in the vibe. The other thing that was a bit disappointing was the price of the games. Most of the games were $1.00 per play, with a couple cabinets being $.50, and as you've read in other reviews, they do use tokens, available via machine or at the counter. Personally, I would like to see the selection of games increased, and the price lowered to the traditional $.25. I do, however, realize the reality that a business has to make money. By adding food service, they could easily make-up the profit difference in food and drinks, while providing a true 80's nostalgia. By adding additional old-school games and restaurant-style tables and chairs for groups of 4 (or more), they would encourage people to stay longer, eat, drink, socialize, have more game offerings to play. Legends is a very enjoyable, clean place and is a good start for a new business, and I would very much like to see them succeed and grow. read more

The best way to describe Legends Arcade would be "comfort food"- it's warm and nostalgic, while still fresh and exciting and definitely a treat. I brought my husband in shortly after they first opened, and we're already planning a return trip when friends come into town soon. The variety of games is on pointe, and even when I'm (sorely) losing in Street Fighter or driving my Corvette off a cliff during a race, I'm still having the best time. From the ambient colorful lighting to the cheerful smiling staff, this is absolutely a place to bring either a date or the whole family. read more

We had my kids nine year old party at Legends and they were awesome. The private room was huge with free games to play. We got the package that the kids got a bunch of tokens and all the kids loved roaming thru the arcade trying and having a blast with many Old School games. The adults that came to drop off the kids came back early NOT to pick up their kids but to play the arcade games without their kids! Ha! All had a blast and the people of Legend Arcade where great to work with. read more

Had a blast here for Friday night date night. Nothing like some no stakes competition on old school arcade games to have share laughs and reminisce on how much better we were at these games 20, ok ok 30 yrs ago. Only saw one pinball machine under repair, everything was clean and when we had a problem with one machine eating our tokens, they took care of it right away. read more

Literally my favorite place to be downtown!! It's one of the only places in Oly open past midnight that just another bar. Wide selection of video games and pinball machines, and they also have board games in their new expansion. Favorite memory is when they stayed open a little later so my friend and I could beat the Simpsons game, which had been a goal of mine since I was a kid. Love this place. read more

Oly dog is good. They were out of a lot of items and the Photo Booth was a disappointment. They have a ton of games though and I had a blast! The vibe there is very cool with great decor. read more

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Such a fun arcade. The Jurassic park pinball sells me every time. Love getting buzzed while playing arcade games. And the mixed drinks are pretty good too! read more

I had a great time here last night! Wide range of beers and vintage games that take me back to my childhood. Cool decor as well! Really good addition to downtown Oly read more

This place is perfect! Old and New games, all in great condition....as well as bumper pool, foosball and skeeball. It has a really cool Olympia Vibe while still feeling super clean and modern. I am so excited to have a place I can bring my kids afterschool and also my buddies late night. Good work Olympia! This place is sweet!!! read more

This place is fun. Just know that they use tokens instead of quarters. I docked a star because the machine ate one of my tokens and the beer on hand wasn't very cold on such a hot place. But they do have AC and that helps! read more

Amazing spot with great games, beer and allows kids inside. Friendly staff and I got a neat little coin bag for free with tokens.

So fun! What a great arcade right downtown! Everyone was friendly and helpful (it's been awhile since I played pinball!). The selection of ciders and snacks will have me coming back as well! A nice way to escape for a bit and can be enjoyed be all ages. read more

They were so gracious on opening week! We loved the new and oldies style games! We will be back! read more

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What a fun place. My kids love it here! There is a nice place for parents to sit and let kids play as well as retro games that will remind parent of their child in the arcades. read more

Nice location and staff, good prices on drinks, well maintained machines. Decent but small selection of games. I'm a huge arcade fan so I really wanted to support this local venture. Unfortunately the token system feels incredibly stingy. Either cut the prices for all non-prize games in half (at least), or add a door fee of $8-$10, increase drink prices and put everything on free play like all other modern retro arcades do. The game selection is simply too old and slim to justify the current pricing. Will keep coming by to show support either way, but I would have easily spent twice the time and money there as I did if it was cheaper. Passed on quite a few games just because I couldn't justify the cost to myself. read more

This was a fun experience for My kiddo to check out :) it has quite a few games I really hope they expand their menu to offer a more wide variety of foods ..vegetarian options would be a HUGE bonus! read more

Brought the whole family to celebrate a teen birthday. Everyone had a good time. Definitely a great hangout place. Clean, safe, friendly atmosphere. read more

Our town has needed a place like this SO bad. Already been twice in the past week- fun date night after dinner with the husband, and a great time with a few friends playing skee ball and pac man on another night. Owners and staff have been fabulous to get to know and just super thankful for a local spot with activities and a place to laugh. read more

Legends Arcade - Arcades Near Me - Olympia, Washington

Legends Arcade is awesome! Tons of retro arcades, Skee Ball, bumper pool, air hockey, foosball tables (Tornado and Garlando), and lots of pinball machines! Super awesome place, great beverage selection. Games are super reasonably priced! The owners are incredibly and have been there every day making sure everyone is having a great time! We will be spending tons of time here! read more

If NO stars were available I'd give them none. Not because it was freezing inside or because we came in and didn't get welcomed by the two young women, But because we came in and paid for coins and my daughter won prize(s) after MULTIPLE tries of the same claw machine. The two girls that were at the bar/cashier station didn't seem very excited for her and the lady with red hair moved machine and unplugged it. My daughter was super excited on This family outing and honestly they killed our whole happy spirits. I will never be back to this place and wouldn't recommend you not waste your money on people who are obviously super unkind and miserable. read more