Arcade Super Awesome

This is the second arcade bar I have visited in my life with the first being 16bit, in Columbus so a lot of my impressions are based on comparisons of the two bars. That being said, here’s what I thought:
First, this place is awesome, just like the name said it would be. From the fluorescent lights to the Atari-​themed paint job, this place is decorated like an 80s heaven, to include super cool lighted glass bar tables. The bathroom even had an incredible mural of hot 80s ladies. The stairs are a little steep so consider yourself warned but the space that awaits is worth the climb. I should also mention that this is located about Yellow Brick Pizza which is a definite must-​visit!
One of the things I really liked about this bar was the fact that it wasn’t super crowded. 16bit is always a little «butt to pee-​pee» so this was a nice change. They have a great variety of pinball games but only a few traditional arcade games. The bad news is you have to pay so bring some quarters or some cash for the change machine. The games range from 25 cents to a dollar.
Finally, I did not get a drink because I was the designated driver for my boyfriend and our friend but they each tried a cocktail and they profess that the drink game is on point. Cocktails range in price from 7 to 10 dollars and are well-​made with creative names. They also have happy hour Monday through Friday from 4 to 7. If you like arcade bars that play awesome 80s music, get here right away!

So these are an acquaintance of mine’s arcade machines. He began tinkering with them years ago, and had am open arcade he ran out of his storage warehouse. Recently, he and Bobby Silver teamed up to bring the machines to a new home above Yellow Brick.
The stairs to reach the arcade are steep and many in number. Be mindful of this as you imbibe the libations. The arcade has essentially three rooms. First, the bar itself. Second, a room full of pinball machines and a few arcade games. Third, a room with half a dozen pinball machines and a ten player, 5v5 monster of a game called Killer Queen. A fourth little area where the bathroom is could maybe pass as a room.
Pinball has a separate following to arcade games. One noticeable difference here from other locals is that these are pay to play. Pinball machines require a lot of maintenance and you won’t often find them for free. On my handful of visits so far, one downside I’ve experienced each time is that these machines will occasionally eat your money. The bar staff has been good about reimbursement so far. You’ll also come across a machine with credits on it so there’s that.
Some machines are newer, some are older, and many are metal band themed. Another fair share are tv show themed. I don’t see many beyond pinball wizards spending an exorbitant amount of time here but it’s an awesome addition to old town.

Somebody has to say it: Arcade Super Awesome really is super awesome.
It’s upstairs at Yellow Brick (which is also super awesome), and you can take your delicious pizza upstairs to eat while you play! I mean — that’s five stars right there.
But wait — there’s more!
+The décor is so freaking adorable. Really bright colors, very ‘80s.
+This arcade is very pinball heavy. If that’s your jam, you’re going to be in heaven.
+They have Killer Queen, which is quite possibly the most fun multiplayer game ever. It’s simple but uses quite a bit of strategy.
+There’s a handful of arcade games, like Mario Bros and Pac-​Man.
So here’s the big difference between Arcade Super Awesome and some of the other barcades: You don’t buy drinks in exchange for free games. You actually need quarters to pay for them. They have an ATM and a change machine, so this part is easy peasy. This might be a turnoff for some people, but I liked it. It means not having to drink when I don’t want to, and I think it helps keep the crowds down a little bit.
Also a big difference: it’s family-​friendly until 9pm!
I’m definitely a fan of this place and can see myself here far more often than other barcades. So if you’re tired of the crowd at 16-​Bit, just come down the street to OTE!

Checked out Arcade Super Awesome as a part of a Columbus Barcade Crawl. This was our first stop and thanks to a great host, we knew exactly how to begin… KILLER QUEEN.
It’s a simple game that I’d never heard of that up to 10 people can play for $ 1. We played 2 on 2 and got hooked. We spent a good 45 minutes just on this game and its a single-​handed reason why I’d come back. I learned how to play in 4 minutes and was addicted and ready to tattoo the logo to my forearm after 10. Pinball is the primary game source here, so if that’s your jam you better secure your spot before this place blows up.
Just know that you’ve got to pay to play here, unlike a few other barcades. The drink selection is great and you have insanely good pizza downstairs.

A flash from the past! After eating great pizza at yellow brick. …we went upstairs. …I haven’t got to play video games or pin ball machines ever with beer… It didn’t improve my game… with oldies like Pac Man and donkey Kong And a bunch of rock pinball machines like AcDc, Guns and Roses, Metallica, and Kiss… awesome!
But what a fun time… but alas no Centipede
.my favorite!
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This was my first visit to Arcade Super Awesome. I drove in from UA just to check it out and play some. I love Pinball… This place is kinda like pinball heaven. There are a bunch of machines. It reminds me of a place I frequented back in the 70’s. There is a bar off to the left where you can quench your thirst after a session or during one. The bartender greeted me when I came in with a smile and a friendly hello and pointed toward the machines.
I had a bunch of fun for a couple of hours. I’ll be coming back to this place