Warp Zone Arcade — Local services in Brandon

So, I never do Google reviews, but I'm making an exception this time. The Warp Zone is easily my favorite small business in the Metro Jackson area. It's a weekly destination for my son and me. The owner, Jeff, has a great selection of video games/ consoles (and a few cabinets that's he's rehabbed back to life.

One practical reason I like TWZ is to try a game before I commit to spending money on it. My kiddo or I can take a game for a spin to see if it's something we want at home, and TRUST ME, this has been sooo useful. On the other side, Jeff has clued us in to some gems that we wouldn't have known about otherwise.

The atmosphere is relaxed and comfy (literally--nice chairs and a great sofa) and Jeff is a great source of nerd culture trivia. Just a great dude to talk with.

5/5, just because that's the biggest number of...

I've been going to the Warp Zone regularly for years now, and I can honestly say there is not a greater place in the area to come to when you need to take a break from the daily races. Besides the incredible array of games available, the atmosphere is so welcoming of everyone. Retro games, latest titles, arcade classics - you name it, chances are they have it. Anyone, from the casual gamers to the hardcore nerds and everyone in between, can find something here. To top it all off, the owner really knows his stuff, and can help you find the right thing for you. In fact, I guarantee he can teach you something you didn't know before. Whether you need a spot for some serious gaming or you're someone looking for a new spot to relax after work and game away at, the Warp Zone really does have...

I'll give this place a chance another time. Saw it on Google, saw some of the articles online saying it was a cool place full of restored vintage gear. I walked in on a Saturday afternoon and it looked like a private event. Younger guys sitting in front of blank tvs, bunch of women that looked like their mothers hanging in front of the door. Open sign outside was on. Everyone just stared at me so venomously when I walked in, I immediately turned around and took off. Wasn't welcomed by anyone working there, didn't get to play anything. I'll update this review when the anxiety goes down enough to return and make a proper review once I can, ya know, do what you're supposed to do...