Nowadays, most games that both kids and adults play are on their phone or tablet screen. But there once was a time when you’d head to your town’s arcade to try your hand at taking down your local pinball master’s high score. With the advent of personal gaming systems, arcades started to quickly disappear, but recently they’ve started to experience a resurgence with these new arcade bars. The social aspect of coming together for a night of drinks and gaming just can’t be done quite the same at home, so if you’re looking for a fun night, head on over to this arcade bar in Lincoln, Nebraska.

VS Arcade Bar is an arcade bar in Lincoln, Nebraska that caters to both nearby college students and local or visiting patrons who love playing video games.

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As you walk down the stairs to its entrance, this basement bar may not look like much from the outside.

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But as soon as you walk in, you’ll be taken back in time to a vibrant world of throwback video games.

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The video games cost only a quarter to play and frequently change out, so you’ll never get bored of the same game when you come back again.

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The bar at VS offers an impressive variety of craft beers and cocktails, and all of the drinks are reasonably priced with most not exceeding $6.

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If video games aren’t your thing, you can always spend the evening at the pool table playing against friends or new friends you might meet during a friendly match.

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The bathroom walls are adorned with magazine clippings, movie covers, and discography that will remind you of your childhood.

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For a friendly night of competition, head on over to VS Arcade Bar in Lincoln, Nebraska.

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Ready to give these games a whirl? VS Arcade Bar is open everyday from 4pm – 1 am.

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Address: 247 N 8th St, Lincoln, NE 68508, USA