Another Castle Video Games

Category: Video arcade in Edmonds, Washington

Address: 23303 Hwy 99 Ste C, Edmonds, WA 98026, USA

Phone: +14259677043

Opening hours

Sunday: 12PM–12AM

Monday: 3PM–12AM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 3PM–12AM

Thursday: 3PM–12AM

Friday: 3PM–2AM

Saturday: 12PM–2AM

Reviews

Alex Arzoumanian

Jul 18, 2022

If you play pinball as a hobby avoid this place. Every single pin has around 1-3 issues ranging from broken lights, weak flippers, broken switches, and more. Myself and many regulars consitently update the staff about these game issues yet day after day, week after week, and month after month the issues get ignored or poorly fixed like slapping a soggy bandaid on severed leg. I've been a regular here for nearly 3 years I've skipped class to get here during opening, stupidly spent too much money playing pinball, have my initials on multiple games (ARZ or ARZ SUCKSS), and even won some tournaments here. Some could even joke that I live here. I discovered my love for pinball here and met many people that I consider close or even best friends. It's 100% accurate to say that this arcade changed my life for the better. I'm friends with all the staff and even one of the owners. Unfortunately, after many attempts to try and offer help and insight into the issues the games have, I was met with hostility and disrespect from the tech. I was told I didn't know what I was talking about, that I am wrong about the plethora of game issues, and that the game issues do exist, they dont deserve to be fixed because they dont matter. This is despite me working at another seattle arcade as a tech apprentice and being hired by the arcade owner to do tech work on his own games. I must emphasize, I LOVE this place and I want it to stay open as long as possible as for it to bring joy to hundreds of people for the months and years to come. However, I can't in good conscience recommend anyone come here for a good arcade experience with the lack of care and respect that is shown towards the games. Until the games here start being taken care of properly, I definitely won't be dropping anymore quarters or spending 6-12 hours here. Edit regarding the owner's response: While there was a period of time where I was training in an arcade in South Seattle, not much came of it due to a variety of factors and it hasn't been a thing for months and months. I have been trying to fix games and help The Castle since before that training thing even started. This review is in no way a conflict of interest. As for a false nature of this review, I have receipts and know of other people of who experienced similar things. As for the pettiness of my review, this review didnt come from a place of pettiness, anger, or resentment. It came from a place a sadness. To see literally my favorite place in the entire world slowly but surely descend into lower and lower care hurt me deeply. I tried every avenue to help time and time again was turned away time and time again. I seeked out various opportunities around me to learn how to fix games just so I could one day fix games here but the moment never arrived. This review is a cry. A cry for help. A cry for help for the games that could be playing so well and helping this great place thrive but stay malnourished and poor. I don't know what I expected with this review. But straight up denouncing the words a person who spent 3 years almost exclusively being at this arcade and cares for it so much as lies and petty really goes to show how they will treat you if any issues arises. Pros: - very good staff (except the tech) - good beer selection and prices - great regulars - karaoke night (wednesday) - all ages Cons: - The arcade part of this arcade

Phil Shanygin

Jul 9, 2022

Fantastic arcade, love the games here :) Real good mix of new and old and quite a bit of pinball if that's your track. I'll be back soon!

Brian Helfrich

Jun 8, 2022

A little pricey, but a great selection of games, consoles and accessories. Also a cool arcade, but I wish they could squeeze in a few more games.

Erik Ottosen

Apr 27, 2022

It's an arcade with a side of alcohol sales, not a bar. Go in expecting that. Weirdness with the DDR machine. Still a great time.

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Questions & Answers

Can kids go here.?

Emma Shepherd | Dec 21, 2019
Jack Troy | Dec 22, 2019

Yes it has all ages as well

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Any claw machines?

Chris Lance | Dec 20, 2020
Matt Artim | Dec 21, 2020

Sorry, no claw machines

do you guys sell hdmi courds

Ashley Tippit | Dec 20, 2020
Matt Artim | Dec 21, 2020

Hi Ashley, yes we do sell HDMI cables.

Can you bring in your own food, if you're looking for something more robust than snacks? Also, I can't remember if there would be a spot to eat it...?

Nathan Hart | Dec 21, 2019
Matt Artim | Dec 22, 2019

Hi Nathan, You cannot bring in outside drinks or snacks (absolutely NO DRINKS, that is state law) but if you have hot food like pizza, teriyaki, a burrito, etc; you are welcome to bring that in to eat.

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Do you guys have a website?

Mohammed Alshamar | Dec 21, 2019
Matt Artim | Dec 22, 2019

Hello Mohammed, we do have a website. anothercastlegames.com

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Are there redemption here (i.e. games where kids can "win" tickets)?

Michael Baker | Dec 21, 2019
Matt Artim | Dec 22, 2019

Sorry, no redemption games. Though we are ALL AGES w/ a service area for bottled beer. We have a variety of arcade and pinball games from the 70s to modern day!

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Are kids allowed in the arcade after closing hours?

Cesar Corona | Dec 21, 2019
James Barrett | Dec 22, 2019

No one is allowed inside after they are closed. I don't think they have an age requirement at any point when they're open though

What is payment method for arcade video games? With cash in game machine or I must have a card?

Alexander Sebastian Gomez del Carpio | Dec 21, 2019
Cole Croley | Dec 22, 2019

Game Machines take $0.25 cent quarters. Bring your own or they have a change machine there for your cash. I think for $1 & $5 bills.

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All ages All day? I know they sell beers there and when I took my kid, only the front section was open

CMP seattle | Dec 21, 2019
Stephen “Biggs” Adams | Dec 22, 2019

Only part of the games are available in the morning/early afternoon. The remainder of the barcade opens later in the afternoon. They're pretty okay with kids at any time, as long as you're vigilant with them.

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Do you have any orginal x-box with controller for sale?

Chris Williams | Dec 21, 2019
Anthony Everett | Dec 22, 2019

They always have every time I've visited. (Marysville, Edmonds, Lynnwood)

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Is this a kid friendly arcade?

Chau Huh | Dec 21, 2019
Edward Winebauer | Dec 22, 2019

Especially good during the day time, occasional stoners but no ruffians about.

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What is a good amount of money to bring to enjoy a fun evening here with friends? =) Cash?

Elena Huber | Dec 21, 2018
Ujiyo Himura | Dec 22, 2018

Depends on what you plan to do. Buying games? Bring a couple hundred. Playing arcade games? $10 is fine.

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Do you buy old arcade games? I have an old Karate Champ.

Zane Kirkhuff | Dec 21, 2018
Ryan Essick | Dec 22, 2018

Half of the place is buy sell retro video games. The other half is beer and pinball

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Free games on Tuesdays?

Janie Stockdaile | Dec 21, 2017
Bryan Clark | Dec 22, 2017

If you like playing the demo and title screen, free games EVERY DAY!

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Does Another Castle in Edmonds,Wa so Xbox live gift cards?

Merrie Durham | Dec 21, 2017
Alex Katopodis | Dec 22, 2017

Yes

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