Game on: Discover Spokane's best arcade experience

How much do kids love arcades? Let me put it this way: I have more arcade-based memories than math class memories. Like the time I joined a group of bigger kids playing the X-Men arcade game and actually felt like I was contributing to their success (but almost certainly was not). Or the time I ran into a classmate, someone who I had never really taken the time to get to know, and after a few games we discovered we were great friends (still friends to this day too).

As a kid (probably nine, 10 or 11), I would look forward to those rare visits to the local mall arcade. I'd usually just peek inside the open doors as my Mom and I rushed past on the way to the grocery store (an errand I’m now all too familiar with as a parent). But then, every once in a while, the universe would tilt in my favor. My mom would say yes. We’d grab a slice of pizza, and I’d spend 45 glorious minutes lost in the fantasy world of pinball machines, racing games and 64 bit magic.

That same joy, excitement, and sense of wonder is alive today—and you’ll find it at Flying Squirrel’s arcade in Spokane. This place is a paradise for kids and parents alike, bringing back the spirit of the old-school arcade with a modern twist.

 

A Spokane arcade that blends nostalgia and new excitement

With games that spark nostalgia in parents and captivate younger players, there’s something for everyone. You’ll find yourself grinning like a kid again, watching your own kids rack up points on air hockey tables, racing games, and the kind of digital quests that rival anything on today’s top consoles.

The soundscape hits you immediately. The clicking of buttons under rapid fire, the hum of ticket dispensers spitting out precious loot, and that jackpot ding. And that primal joy of watching a huge stack of tickets pile up? It’s as fun now as it was 30 years ago.

 

Games for all players

The Flying Squirrel Spokane arcade is filled to the brim with a diverse collection of games that any age and skill level can play with. From race car driving to shooting games, your little one will find quite a few ways to really have a great time. Here are just a couple of the highlights:

• Racing Games: Speed along tracks, drift round tight corners, and battle for first place in a high-octane racing experience.
• Hoops Challenge: Compete in fast-paced hoops challenges that are fun for all ages.
• Donkey Kong: Relive the nostalgia with this beloved classic, climbing levels in your plumber coveralls to save the day.
• Ticket Games: Hit jackpots and collect tickets to trade in for prizes—it's all part of the adventure.

The great thing about this Washington arcade is that it’s designed to be fun for kids while still engaging enough for parents. You’ll find yourself jumping into games alongside your kids, sharing laughs, and rediscovering the simple joy of playing just for the fun of it (and possibly the bragging rights).

 

Where it’s safe and fun to let kids be kids

Flying Squirrel Spokane is a full-on family entertainment destination, where the arcade is just one facet of an endless day of fun. After they’ve had their fill of trampoline jumps, aerial silk twists, or foam pit dives, the kids can head straight to the arcade for yet another round of adventure. Weekend outings, birthday parties, a spontaneous after-school energy burn-off—this place has it all, hours of entertainment that keep the fun rolling for kids and parents alike.

 

Reclaim the joy of play

At Flying Squirrel's arcade in Spokane, the magic of childhood lives on. It is a place where kids can be kids, parents can feel like kids again, and everyone else gets to have access to the simple joys of playing. So what are you waiting for? Grab a slice of pizza and get ready to get those button-mashing fingers nice and limber; it's time to dive in.