Game Vault
📍 Bolton, North West
Arcade venue beneath Bolton marketplace with VR machines, roller-coaster simulators, retro and modern games. Birthday party packages include exclusive full-venue hire and a bar stocking soft drinks, wine, and cocktails.
Game Vault in Bolton is an absolute gem for gamers of all ages! The atmosphere is welcoming and vibrant, with an impressive selection of games and consoles to enjoy. The staff are incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and always on hand to assist or recommend something new. Whether you're looking to compete with friends, explore retro classics, or dive into the latest releases, this place has it all. The pricing is reasonable, and the overall experience is top-notch. It's the perfect spot for a fun day out, and I highly recommend it to anyone in the Bolton area!
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for gaming-enthusiast children aged 7 and up celebrating birthdays or wanting a full arcade session. Exclusive hire makes it a strong party venue for groups where kids and adults can mix freely across VR and retro machines. Families who prefer paying per-game rather than open-ended arcade formats should budget tokens in advance.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Yasir Suleman
a year ago
“Game Vault in Bolton is an absolute gem for gamers of all ages! The atmosphere is welcoming and vibrant, with an impressive selection of games and consoles to enjoy. The staff are incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and always on hand to assist or recommend something new. Whether you're looking to compete with friends, explore retro classics, or dive into the latest releases, this place has it all. The pricing is reasonable, and the overall experience is top-notch. It's the perfect spot for a fun day out, and I highly recommend it to anyone in the Bolton area!”
Helen Roberts
3 months ago
“Thank you so much for an excellent party for my 7 year old daughter . The kids loved it , a really good deal and you definitely get your moneys worth in tokens for free play . The kids loved it, our host Chloes customer service is outstanding - so thanks so much . I would recommend anyone to book a party here!”
Rachel Flannigan
a year ago
“Had exclusive use for a family party (11 yr old birthday but adults and kids attended) The staff were friendly and helpful Allowed us to bring snacks and the bar had a good selection of food Everyone had a good time playing the machines and using VR”
Kelly Graham
a year ago
“Had my daughters 11th birthday party here. We had the whole arcade to ourselves. Kids loved all the games esp the VR machines. Great atmophere. Staff really helpful and friendly would defo reccomend”
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Overview
Game Vault sits under Bolton's marketplace and packs in VR experiences, roller-coaster simulations, classic retro cabinets, and modern gaming machines across its floor space. All games run on a token system. The venue can be exclusively hired for private parties, with the bar serving soft drinks alongside adult options. Party host Chloe is singled out for outstanding service. Pram access is available throughout.
