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    4.8 (12 reviews)
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    Jerry L.

    The Pixel Lab is awesome! I stop by all the time--tons of great games, from old-school classics to the newest consoles. Super fun vibe, friendly folks, and always a good time. Easily one of my favorite spots in Jersey City!

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    Lots of fun. Lots of games. From old school to modern. Drink free soda with a day pass. Buuuuuurp!!

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    All games are set to Free Play and you can either pay by the hour or for $25 get a day pass and unlimited fountain drinks.

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    Barcade is a fun place to relax and enjoy some beer while playing an arcade game. The space inside…read moreis spacious with high tables and video games all around you. I have been here a couple of times because it's nice to forget about life's challenges and worries getting caught up in a Pac-Man game. It brings back childhood memories of playing some older games from the 90s and also have your ID ready as they check for ID at the entrance. It is so unfortunate that they are closing down soon. Barcade Jersey City 10/10 experience

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    This was my second (maybe third) visit to Coexist, and unfortunately, it has been a disappointment…read moreevery single time. Against my better judgment, I decided to give it one more shot and it just confirmed everything I already suspected. Total waste of money, it's not worth it. Most of the gaming systems have issues: the remotes are barely functional, some consoles aren't even fully set up, and a few aren't signed into accounts so you can't even play properly. The foosball table is completely broken, and the pool table is wobbly and unstable. The atmosphere is just as bad. There's no music playing, which makes the entire place feel dull and lifeless. The employees seem completely uninterested and not helpful at all -- whether it's empty or packed, the service and vibe don't get any better. When it's crowded, it's even worse because there's barely any space to move around or enjoy yourself. Bottom line: I won't be coming back. If you're looking for a better gaming spot, BrookLAN is miles ahead of this place.

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