When was the last time you played a game that made you jump, climb, and think on your feet? If you’re looking for an adventure that combines physical activity with high-tech fun, you have to check out Activate.
It’s not your typical arcade or escape room, it’s a full-blown active gaming facility where you are the player, and every decision you make changes the game- keep reading to find out how!
What to Expect at Activate
Walking into an Activate location feels like stepping into a futuristic playground. Every room is filled with interactive technology that reacts in real time to your movements, decisions, and skills. Think laser mazes, climbing challenges, and memory puzzles that make your brain work as hard as your body. Whether you’re dodging lasers, hitting light-up targets, or solving logic-based puzzles, it’s an experience that keeps you on your toes—literally.
Whether you love physical challenges or prefer strategy-based games, Activate has a variety of experiences to test both your mental and physical agility. And with hundreds of game combinations, no two visits feel the same.
Booking Your Game
Gather your crew and get ready to play. Each session accommodates groups of 2-5 players, and if you have more than that, you can split up and compete to see which team can rack up the most points. While walk-ins are allowed, spots fill up fast, so booking online in advance is the safest bet.
Here’s a quick breakdown of Activate’s pricing:
- Monday-Thursday: $24.99 per player
- Friday-Sunday (and Holidays): $29.99 per player
For the price of a night at the movies, you’ll get an adrenaline-pumping experience that leaves you talking about your victories (and near-misses) for days.
How It Works
- Pick Your Room: Choose a game room that suits your style, whether it’s climbing, jumping, or problem-solving. You can stay in one or try them all!
- Select a Game: Each room features different 1-3 minute games with various challenges.
- Choose Your Difficulty: Want to take it easy or push yourself? With difficulty levels from 1-10, you decide how intense the challenge gets.
- Enter the Game: Once you step inside, it’s go time. Give it your all and see if you can beat the clock.
- Keep Score: Your electronic wristband tracks your progress so you can rack up points, advance through the levels, earn prizes, and gain the reputation as the best in your group.
Remember, your electronic wristband tracks everything from scores to progress, so you can see how you stack up against your friends (or yourself) over time. And if you’re competitive, this is your chance to climb the leaderboards and claim bragging rights.
Room Rundowns
- Hide: In this reimagined game of hide and go seek, your team must run around the room to complete sequences while four glowing eyes are watching your every move, waiting for a misstep. Use the pillars to conceal yourself as you complete each level sight unseen.
- Grid: This room rivals even the most intense “the floor is lava” match. With a rainbow of glowing tiles at your feet, your team must strategically run around the room to complete each level. Step on or avoid certain tiles to win.
- Hoops: Enter the Hoops court and become the all-star of technicolor basketball. Sink baskets off the color-shifting backboards or give them nothing but net as you strategically swish through your chosen game. When the game clock begins its countdown, how many buzzer beaters will you make?
- Strike: Dodgeball goes digital with this daring game room. Your team is tasked with striking specific glowing screen wall targets. Blast the beaming bullseye ASAP, or it will light up for your team.
- Mega Laser: Set your phasers to fun. It’s a version of tactical laser tag without the bulky vest and human targets. Laser is a triple-threat treat featuring a laser maze, glowing targets, and beam blasters.
What to Wear to Activate
Since Activate is all about movement, you’ll want to dress for action. Here’s what to bring:
- Athletic shoes (runners are required—no Crocs, sandals, or heels)
- Comfortable activewear (you’ll be jumping, climbing, and stretching)
- Water bottle (you’ll definitely break a sweat)
Pro Tips for an Epic Game Night
- Book in Advance: Walk-ins are welcome, but availability isn’t guaranteed.
- Create a Player Account: This saves time at check-in and helps track your progress.
- Sign the Waiver Early: It’s required, and doing it in advance means more game time.
- Arrive 10-15 Minutes Early: Check-in is quick, but you don’t want to miss a single second of playtime.
Why Activate is the Perfect Group Activity
Activate is one of those rare experiences that works for just about any group. Whether you’re planning a date night, a team-building event, a birthday party, or just a fun hangout with friends, Activate is designed to bring people together.
The games require teamwork, communication, and quick thinking, making it a great way to bond while having an absolute blast.
It also appeals to different skill sets. Some games require speed and agility, while others test memory and problem-solving. Everyone gets a chance to shine.
Ready to Play?
If you’re looking for an activity that’s way more exciting than another night of scrolling through Netflix, give Activate a shot. It’s an unforgettable mix of gaming and fitness, where every move counts and every challenge is a new adventure.
Check out their locations, book your session, and get ready to jump into the game at Activate!
