Skip to content
Jaleco Sports
Bases Loaded vs. Goal! — which classic are you playing first?
Analogue 3D with N64 cartridges
Analogue 3D is finally shipping — yes, really this time
Namco’s Gee Bee sequel Bomb Bee detonates on Arcade Archives
Trigger Happy: A Visual Celebration of Video Game Controllers
Trigger Happy explores 40 years of gaming hardware, one controller at a time
Guild Wars Reforged
Guild Wars Reforged launches December 3 with visual upgrades, controller support, and a new all-in price
Codemasters logo
I’ve just discovered the Codemasters Archive — and it’s a treasure trove every retro fan needs to explore
Amiga Kickstart 1.3
Kickstart juggling made easy: A modern upgrade for the classic Amiga
Kith for Arcade1Up Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Arcade
Kith’s made-to-order Marvel vs. Capcom 2 arcade cab is awful
Dice of Kalma rolls onto PC and mobile with retro flair
The Spectrum Collector’s Edition
SURPRISE! The Spectrum Collector’s Edition
Gaming Retro
Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
NordVPN Black Friday deal
Secondary Navigation Menu
Menu
  • Home
  • News
  • Reviews
  • Podcast
  • Merchandise
  • Features
  • Guides
  • Newsletter

Retro bars and arcades

News about new retro bars and arcades around the UK and beyond.

Blast From The Past, Halifax, Yorkshire

Halifax’s Blast From The Past arcade to close

2025-08-07
By: Christian Cawley
On: August 7, 2025
In: Retro arcades, Retro bars and arcades

Some say the best thing about Halifax’s Piece Hall is the space; others say it is the live music; some love the eateries. Others still will opine about how the location has doubled for so many places on earth and beyond in all manner of movies. To me, visiting theRead More →

Sega Japanese arcades guide

Your arcades adventure in Japan starts here: No more lost in translation

2025-03-08
By: Gaming Retro Writer
On: March 8, 2025
In: Retro arcades, Retro bars and arcades

So, you’re heading to Japan. Fantastic! You’ve got your itinerary packed with temples, ramen, and maybe even a glimpse of Mount Fuji. But let’s be real, you’re also dreaming of visiting those legendary Japanese arcades. The flashing lights, the unique games, the experience. But where do you start? How doRead More →

RetroStation in Halifax

Where to Win at Retro Games in Halifax, West Yorkshire

2025-02-07
By: Christian Cawley
On: February 7, 2025
In: Retro bars and arcades

A trip out in the car yesterday unlocked a number of retro games locations in Halifax, a town in West Yorkshire that I’d somehow never been to before. The main reason for the visit was to check out the Piece Hall. A former trading post for cloth merchants, the GradeRead More →

NQ64 Shoreditch to Mix Cocktails and Retro Gaming

2023-05-18
By: Bhav Soor
On: May 18, 2023
In: Retro bars and arcades

New NQ64 Shoreditch branch set to bring retro gaming magic to the trendy Hackney area. The NQ64 branch of gaming bars continues to grow with its most recent branch launching in Shoreditch. This gaming bar offers retro and classic gaming spaces while you enjoy some craft beer or signature cocktails.Read More →

Four Quarters retro games bar opens in Newcastle

2022-12-07
By: Christian Cawley
On: December 7, 2022
In: Retro arcades, Retro bars and arcades

I’ve just got back from the opening of a new retro arcade games bar in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Four Quarters’ Tyneside retro gaming bar launch night was huge fun, with free drinks, free credits, and probably too much Guitar Hero Arcade. While there, I had the chance to speak to Four QuartersRead More →

Retro arcade bar Four Quarters coming to Newcastle

2022-11-27
By: Christian Cawley
On: November 27, 2022
In: Retro arcades, Retro bars and arcades

Fancy some retro gaming with your favourite tipple? Four Quarters’ Newcastle bar is opening soon following huge success in Loncon and Bristol. Considered the UK’s original and best arcade bar chain, Four Quarters is expanding from existing venues in Peckham, Hackney Wick, and Elephant Part in London, and Bristol. FourRead More →

Calcio retro bar in Manchester

Retro Gaming burger bar Calcio opens in Manchester’s Northern Quarter

2022-11-12
By: Bhav Soor
On: November 12, 2022
In: Retro bars and arcades

A new retro gaming burger bar, known as Calcio, is now open on Dale Street in the Northern Quarter of Manchester. It provides pub-style food with retro gaming and football shirts. It’s a great time to start up as the Winter World Cup approaches, where all the games can beRead More →

Retri Arcade

GLITCH Retro games bar opening in Stockport

2022-10-08
By: Bhav Soor
On: October 8, 2022
In: Retro bars and arcades

NOTE: Sadly, GLITCH is now permanently closed. There’s nothing like bringing your local gaming community together by opening up a new games bar. This is exactly what is happening in Stockport this year! By Christmas, a new games and entertainment bar for retro and modern gamers alike will land onRead More →

Drool over these retro game cocktails at NQ64

2022-05-12
By: Christian Cawley
On: May 12, 2022
In: Retro arcades, Retro bars and arcades

Retro arcade bar chain NQ64 cocktails designed by employees and inspired by games have been announced. Designed following a staff competition across NQ64 bars, the new cocktail menu is inspired by Donkey Kong, Super Mario Bros, Sonic the Hedgehog, Mario Kart, and Crash Bandicoot. Staff in the seven NQ64 barsRead More →

Posts pagination

1 2 Next

Site information

  • Contact the Gaming Retro Team
  • Cookie Policy (UK)
  • Everything you need to know about Gaming Retro
  • Get weekly retro gaming news in your inbox
  • Join the GamingRetro team
  • Privacy Policy

© Gaming Retro UK, 2025