Arcade Moscow, Idaho: Where skill, speed, and Jurassic battles await

Some of my best childhood memories were spent playing video games. My friends and I huddled around a bulky CRT television in dimly lit basements, passing the controller back and forth as we dove into the original Super Mario Bros., leaping over turtle-like-things and dodging fireballs in what felt like the most thrilling adventure ever created.

Then there was Duck Hunt, with its plastic zapper gun, which made me feel like an elite sharpshooter—until that smug dog laughed at my missed shots. I swore one day I’d figure out how to hit him (I never did). And of course, Punch-Out!!, where I learned the crushing reality of timing—one wrong move and Glass Joe would embarrass you in front of your friends.

These games were about competing, strategizing, and exploring unknown worlds. They were about solo adventures, but also the thrill of cooperative accomplishments, the camaraderie of high-fiving after a hard-fought victory, and the agony of watching someone else fumble the final boss fight.

It’s the same feeling you get when you step into the Flying Squirrel Moscow arcade. Except now, instead of a basement TV, you’re standing in front of cutting-edge gaming rigs, immersive VR arenas, and towering claw machines daring you to beat the odds.

 

Step Up and Play: The Best Games at the Moscow Arcade

Few games in an arcade capture the thrill of anticipation quite like the claw machine. It stands there, filled with plush prizes, practically inviting you to test your precision and strategy. With just the right move, that perfect stuffed animal or oversized novelty toy could be yours.

You line up the shot, adjust for the perfect grab, and drop the claw. It descends, grips the prize, and—this time—it just might be yours! The excitement builds as it lifts, teetering on the edge of victory. Will it hold? Will you walk away triumphant?

Whether you’re a seasoned claw master or a first-time player, one thing is for sure: winning has never been this fun.

 

Arcade Basketball: Sink the Shot, Earn the Glory

In the world of arcade sports, few games are as intensely competitive as arcade basketball. It’s you, the hoop, and a countdown timer that moves way too fast. The first few shots feel easy—your rhythm is perfect, your aim is sharp, and you feel like you could go pro. Then, the game speeds up, and suddenly, it’s a frantic blur of rapid-fire shots, wild bounces, and desperate last-second throws.

 

Racing Games: The Thrill of Speed, Without the Speeding Tickets

I’ve never been a great driver in real life. (Let’s just say I’m probably batting a lifetime .300 average on parallel parking attempts.) But in an arcade racing game? That’s a different story. The moment I grab the wheel, I transform into a fearless speed demon, taking corners at impossible angles, drifting like I actually know what I’m doing, and slamming the gas pedal like there are no consequences (because there aren’t).

And that’s the beauty of racing games at this Moscow arcade—you get to experience the full-throttle adrenaline rush of high-speed competition without the risk of real-world disaster. Whether you’re weaving through city traffic, launching off ridiculous ramps, or knocking your friend into a guardrail in a last-second act of desperation, every race is a battle to the finish line.

 

Jurassic Park Arcade: Survive or Be Eaten

There are shooting games, and then there’s Jurassic Park Arcade—a game that turns survival into an all-out panic-fest. The setup is simple: You and a friend climb into a fully enclosed, rumbling game pod, grab your blasters, and prepare to fight off a prehistoric nightmare.

The game throws wave after wave of dinosaurs at you—raptors leaping from the trees, a T-Rex charging straight at you, swarms of prehistoric creatures overwhelming the screen. You’re dodging attacks, unloading rounds as fast as you can, and hoping your partner isn’t slacking off (you know who you are).

 

Why the Moscow Arcade at Flying Squirrel is Worth the Visit

If you grew up loving games, this Moscow arcade is the place to relive that joy in a whole new way. And if you’re new to the arcade world? There’s no better place to start.

So if you ever find yourself in Moscow, Idaho, don’t miss out. Step inside, grab a game card, and prepare to make some of the best gaming memories yet.