A time machine is waiting for you in Pineville, Louisiana. Wayback’s Arcade is just the sort of place its name suggests – an arcade that will take you back to the good times you remember as a kid. It has all the retro games you remember and, best of all, you won’t need to deal with change machines or a small mountain of tokens; the system they have is simply genius. Here’s why you need to put on your parachute pants and head straight to Wayback’s Arcade!

Wayback’s Arcade is located in Pineville, a city in Rapides Parish with a population of around 13,000 that’s across the Red River from the larger city of Alexandria. The arcade is across the street from Louisiana College.

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When you step into the arcade, it will immediately take you back to the ’80s, but you’ll soon notice there’s one big difference.

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You won’t have to hit Dad up for change. This place doesn’t take quarters, tokens, or game cards - you just pay a flat admission fee and game to your heart’s content!

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The admission allows you to enjoy unlimited play from open to close and it’s good you have plenty of time – the place has all the favorite games you remember!

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Allow time to stretch and warm up. The arcade has 80 arcade games, 13 pinball tables, eight novelty/sport games, and 10 consoles filled with retro games!

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You don’t have to be an old gamer to enjoy Wayback’s. Game lovers of all ages have a blast here and it’s a popular place for birthday parties and special events. If you love ’80s music, ’80s movies, and ’80s games, you’ll have a great time at Wayback’s Arcade!

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For the current hours and admission information, see the arcade’s website. The arcade offers a monthly membership, so if there’s a classic game you really love, you can visit it as much as you want! If you work up a big hunger at Wayback’s here are the best places in the state to fill up on chicken and waffles!

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Address: Wayback’s Arcade, 1305 Military Hwy, Pineville, LA 71360, USA