Out of This World Arcade and Game

Oh my gosh. So I’m well aware there is a retro game store in my town (TC) but let me tell you, the drive is worth it to this place. I have terrible anxiety and I always feel welcomed, never belittled and my questions and concerns are always welcomed. I have bought so many games from here and will continue to do so. This is my go to spot. Heck, it’s a cool place to just check out!

Very very cool place. Read some of these 1 star reviews and kinda laughed to myself because that’s not at all what our experience was like. Owner was very kind and also incredibly knowledgeable. Now that we know this is here we will most definitely be back. The arcade itself is one thing but the layout of the entire vintage video game collection is well thought out and hits all the right nostalgic feelings.

My 7-year-old and I (a 80s kid) had an absolute BLAST at the Out of This World Arcade and Games. The owner has been collecting arcade cabinets and games since he was 15. He's passionate about retro gaming and has even bought and refurbished non-functional cabinets.

In addition to playing games you can also browse the owner's massive collection of Atari 2600, Commodore 64, NES, SNES, N64, and Sega game cartridges and consoles (most in original packaging!!!) - all for purchase.

The best part is that each game is set at 25¢ per play! My son and I spent $20 and 2.5 hours there, it was the best $20 I've spent in a long time - the memories and fun we had on the 30+ games was worth every quarter.

Bonus Round: It's in the basement of the coin shop. It's like walking into a arcade speakeasy.

My family of 6 had a great time at this arcade! For much less than the cost of a movie, my kids (ages 13, 11, 9, 7 - boys and girls), wife and I were thoroughly entertained for 2.5hrs. Just being able to see the collection, is worth the $5 cover charge.

My kids are already saving quarters for the next time we go!

The arcade is in the basement of the coin shop, so you will need to go in the coin shop and ask for the arcade.

Don't miss this gem!

Fairly small selection of vintage arcade games and as to be expected some were down with monitor issues but al worth the visit. You pay $5 for entry fee and games do require quarters so it's a bit different model than the "bar cade" scene with unlimited play for an entree fee but he isn't selling drinks or food. Awesome collection of vintage home console games as well. You pay in the coin shop store front upstairs and the arcade owner will open up the basement arcade. Grant (owner) is super nice and knowledgeable if you and your kids respect his equipment and don't act like an animal. Would totally recommend.

My boyfriend and I had a very fun experience there on a rainy day! There's a lot of retro arcade games in very nice condition. Definitely recommend spending a couple hours there!

Fun retro games, can trade in as well. Dress lightly and youll do fine. Bit warm down there otherwise marvelous. Can buy videogames, game system holders and controllers. Owner was very attentive to our questions about merchandise. I left an item behind and he returned it to me as I was leaving the shop.

Amazing selection of vintage arcade games for play and retro games, consoles and accessories for purchase! Arcades were only 25c a play and the prices on the home consoles and games were extremely reasonable. The owner is a passionate collector and a pleasure to talk to. If you're into video games and in the area you owe it to yourself to check out this shop!!
As a note, in case it's not clear this is currently (as of Oct 2022) in the basement of the coin shop.

My Dad and I really enjoyed visiting here today. Very kind folks who own the place and an awesome selection of cabinet classics! Lots of great stuff for sale too if you grew up with or just enjoy retro games, they have pretty much everything. Will be back soon for sure.

Have been here so many times and seeing the 1 star reviews claiming the owner is rude breaks my heart. Every single time I have went in I always end up staying 20-30 minutes longer than expected just because the owner is so passionate about his hobby and there arent many people around here you can geek out about retro games to. Prices are all on par or less than ebay and an entry fee makes complete sense! Those machines each cost thousands and all of the games in there have value. Some really heavy hitters that ive never seen anywhere else that though id never buy due to the high price its really cool to see them in person and talk about the history behind the game. If you are into retro stuff then this place is more than worth your time and $5. It is hands down the coolest retro video game location in northern michigan

I have always been very happy with this stores customer service, prices and buy offers. I am impressed with the store he has created, his attention to detail, and his presentation. Your game and system selection is amazing and your prices are always fair. You have my continued patronage. I will be in soon to buy the xbox 360 you are getting ready for me. I will be putting a pocket full of quarters into your arcade games too! I can hardly wait!

This place is extremely cool. It's like walking into an arcade from decades ago. They also sell all kinds of current gaming stuff, and retro items. They are in the downstairs of a store, so not easy to spot from the street, a sign would definitely bring in more business. I know more people would love a place like this. Only a quarter per game, it was awesome to have my 13, 7, and 4 year old play games from my childhood. Well worth a stop, and the man that runs it is extremely knowledgeable and friendly.

Honestly a really nice guy that works there, really helpful advice for games. Their selection is good and the determination of prices is pretty fair. My only small gripe is that there aren’t any orders and you have to rely on someone trading in a game. But the store has quite the satisfactory library, so finding items of interest isn’t often a problem. Anyways 5/5 wayyy better than GameStop.

I love this place and it is retro like stuff I would do more than 5 stars if I could

Had a great time stopping in while vacationing up north recently. There aren't enough stops like this nearby so it was a rare treat to walk around and drop a quarter into some cabinets. The owner is very insightful and friendly and has no shortage of stuff to gawk at.

So impressed. Sure, one guy is on shift and the machines raise the temperature. But, the store selection and games offered in cabinet; truly stand out.

Grant has the best customer service. He usually has what I want or need. His prices are decent and stands by his stuff. And let's me stand around all day and talk to him about games and everything else. Oh yeah the stairs are just fine.

This guy has earned every star. Customer service is amazing. And he always stands by his products he sells. If something goes wrong with what you buy, he is there to do whatever he can to fix it. And prices are really competitive and willing to cut a deal with in reason. THIS IS MY GO TO GUY FOR GAMES!

If you are a fan of retro video games and video game consoles, this is your best option if you live in the Petoskey area. Grant is very helpful, and he is very knowledgable about his inventory. I honestly don't know what the people claiming that they're rude are on about.

I have been going to the coin shop for a while and now I love visiting the arcade as well. They have a great selection of arcade games to play as well as home gaming system games to purchase, they also have a nice selection of old comic books. The owner is very helpful and always friendly

I love this place