National Videogame Museum — Attraction in Zoetermeer

This museum is such a fun find and perfect for families. It’s right next to the Frisco Public Library, which is one of the best libraries in Texas, and surrounded by a ton of other great spots, so you can easily make a full day out of this area.

If you grew up in the 80s, 90s, or early 2000s and loved video games, you’ll definitely enjoy the nostalgia here. Even if you were the kind of kid who only played on a friend’s console every now and then, there’s something really fun about revisiting all the old systems and games. For kids, it’s like stepping into a whole new world, and it’s cool watching them experience the technology their parents grew up with.

My 10-year-old thought this place was amazing and my toddler wanted to touch everything in sight. There’s a great mix of history, interactive exhibits, and hands-on displays that make it enjoyable for both kids and adults. The Pokémon section is a favorite and the 80s living room setup is a really cool throwback.

The arcade in the back is definitely a highlight. We spent almost an hour in there just using the tokens that came with admission. Some of the displays have items that are broken or worn out, but that’s expected with how interactive everything is. Be aware that the museum does show a few mature-rated games in the historical sections, so parents with younger kids might want to be ready for a few conversations, but overall it’s very family friendly.

One thing to note: the water bottle policy can be tricky. I saw a mom in front of me get told she couldn’t enter because she had a bottle of water at the bottom of her stroller, and she ended up asking for a refund. I understand wanting to protect the tech, but in situations like nursing moms or little kids, that can make things awkward. We had water in our backpack and no one checked, so just something to be aware of before you go.

The facility is clean, comfortable, and well-kept inside, which is a huge plus in Texas heat. Military pricing only applies to the service member’s ticket, so if you’re a veteran and bringing family, make sure to bring a dependent ID to get the discount on both.

We spent about an hour and a half here but easily could have stayed longer. Some people mention the price isn’t worth it, but if you understand what a museum experience offers, it’s absolutely fair for everything you get. Between the nostalgia, the hands-on exhibits, and the arcade fun, it’s a really cool spot in Frisco for families, gamers, and anyone looking for something...

Love this place! Beyond video games, there is so much nostalgia from the different eras -- and it's not a museum, it's an experience. The attention to detail is incredible. When you pass through the 80s themed bedroom, pay attention to the sheets and accessories, and open the drawers, there are California raisin and garbage pail kids trading cards! I hope the visitors respect the space so that future visitors can appreciate the effort that went into making this gem! You can play unlimited consoles and get 8 coins per person to hit up the arcade with the option to purchase more. The music is on-point, and the vibe makes you feel like you're going back in time.

We have an annual membership, which is well worth the price. We also let our boys pick out something fun in the gift shop every visit to be able to give back. Prices are reasonable for a museum shop and we are helping to keep this place running. We discover something new every time we go! I enjoy going here with my family.

It is a little crowded on the weekend, longer wait times for games, but still worth checking out. Wait to get in was 3 minutes, line moves fast.

Update: I still love this place. Came on a weekday, and there were a few people there but not as many as a weekend, which can be quite busy. Stayed about 1.5 hours during this visit. Used a pogopass to get in, as our annual pass just expired a week ago. Pogo passes give free admission but no coins, so be sure to bring some dollars for the arcade (and extra for the gift shop!). We noticed that some of the cabinet games were swapped out! Donkey Kong was new and replaced qbert. I'm sure there were other replacements, but that is the one we noticed. Every time we come, we notice more things. This visit we enjoyed the Easter eggs activity and just walked around reading the signs. I didn't know the difference between First, second and third-party software, now I do!

It is small but completely worth every penny. We find new things every time. We will be renewing our annual passes on our next visit. Also, the music in the arcade is well done. The attention to detail is excellent...

Let me start off by first a warning to millennials that this place will make you feel old. The nostalgia is strong at the National Video Game Museum. You'll see game boy boxes you remember opening for Christmas. There's a replica living room that has the big box TV set that was also made to loom like furniture. The channel was also set to 3. This place is our childhood rolled up into a nice package that we can share with our kids.

This place is small, and you can get through it in about an hour. Playing the old games and really playing with the interactive exhibits can make it longer, so remember to take your time. My son had fun playing with the old paint games and trying his hands on games from an old commodore. It's a great place to take kids when it's hot outside, and the prices are not bad, especially considering that Frisco is an expensive city.

Probably the unexpected part was seeing so much memorabilia from the first Super Mario Bros movies. Who knew that people actually collected that stuff. My son was fascinated when I showed him that Yoshi was a real dinosaur in the movie. He couldn't wrap his mind around the fact that they called the villain Koopa instead of Bowser.

Anyone who enjoys video games will enjoy this place. The only part that I wish I had the chance to do was play the original Game Boy they had in the interactive games. It had run out of batteries, and no one had exchanged them yet. Of course, this is a memory all in itself. If you...