Capital City Arcade

Capital City Arcade Metro Vancouver's only licenced retro arcade with 82+ video games from the 70's, 80's and 90's.

A couple of weeks ago the steering on our Outrun stopped working. Knowing how complicated this controller is, this is so...
06/03/2026

A couple of weeks ago the steering on our Outrun stopped working. Knowing how complicated this controller is, this is something that we dreaded.

When opened it was apparent that it had essentially exploded, possibly when a spring broke, leaving broken parts and bent metal in its aftermath. In the photos I have circled where two gears were missing. The other two gears were also broken along with a very specific spring.

Fortunately the files for the gears were available on the internet. We 3D printed some test gears and then had them printed in carbon fiber (thanks Jordan). Hopefully they hold up just as well as the original nylon parts.

Last year we inherited literally thousands of new old stock arcade parts but we haven't had a chance to go through it. So while we could have ordered a set of new old stock springs online, we took a dive into the boxes and were lucky to find the springs!

So after a couple of frustrating days of drilling out screws, straightening metal and putting this complex steering mechanism back together, Outrun is back and better than ever.

At first glance, Midway’s Space Zap (1980) looks a bit weird. It sits a little shorter than the average cabinet, its mar...
05/29/2026

At first glance, Midway’s Space Zap (1980) looks a bit weird. It sits a little shorter than the average cabinet, its marquee tucked below the action. A mirror reflects the action above a control panel of large buttons. The monitor flashes to catch your attention.

Space Zap is a fixed shooter that is very similar to a high-speed rhythm game. Your ship is in the center of the screen and you use four directional buttons to blast incoming alien threats from all sides. As the waves of enemies accelerate, the game transforms into a hypnotic test of reflexes.

Your first game will end in seconds but you know you can do better.

Suddenly, time evaporates. You lose track of how long you've been standing there. All you know is that your forehead is sweaty, your fingers are aching, and your brain is telling you "just one more round'.

Experience the addictive game of Space Zap at Capital City Arcade.

**Contest Closed**Capital City Arcade wants to give you the opportunity to be one of the first to see MASTERS OF THE UNI...
05/25/2026

**Contest Closed**
Capital City Arcade wants to give you the opportunity to be one of the first to see MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE! We are giving away 5 pairs of tickets for the advanced screening taking place on Monday June 1, 2026 at 7pm at the Scotiabank Theatre Vancouver.

The Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galatzine) back to Eternia, a world shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). Joining forces with Teela (Camila Mendes) and Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), Adam must embrace his true destiny as He-Man -- the most powerful man in the universe.

Watch the trailer here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmEx7wQI6RY

For your chance to win a pair of tickets, make sure you are following Capital City Arcade, like this post and tag the friend you want to bring! Contest closes at noon Thursday, May 28, 2026. Winners will have 24 hrs to respond or else another name will be drawn.

MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE IS ONLY IN THEATRES ON JUNE 5, 2026.

NOTE: Avoid scammers! We will NOT ask for any credit card info. All winners will be announced from this account on FB and on Instagram ONLY.



Winners!
Emmy Katsis
Karl Riley


Want to know a secret? **We are some of the only people in Metro Vancouver who hope it rains on the weekend.**When it's ...
05/24/2026

Want to know a secret?

**We are some of the only people in Metro Vancouver who hope it rains on the weekend.**

When it's beautiful and everyone is outside enjoying the sunshine, it's slower here at the arcade. But it's perfect for people who don't like crowds or those who want to perfect a game without having to jump off when someone has next.

We also have air conditioning and cold drinks.😉

Retro arcade games are fun for all ages. Bring the family this weekend. Adults $13/hr or $32.50/dayKids $10/hr or $25/da...
05/23/2026

Retro arcade games are fun for all ages. Bring the family this weekend.

Adults $13/hr or $32.50/day
Kids $10/hr or $25/day

Relax and play games all night for one price.Wednesdays and Thursdays.7pm - 11pmBuy one hour, play until close. Adults $...
05/21/2026

Relax and play games all night for one price.

Wednesdays and Thursdays.
7pm - 11pm
Buy one hour, play until close.
Adults $13
Kids (18 & under) $10

***Last entry one hour before closing. Minors must be accompanied by an adult and no minors after 10pm.

Doing some arcade parts sorting today and came across these tokens to add to our collection. The Chuck E Cheese token is...
05/20/2026

Doing some arcade parts sorting today and came across these tokens to add to our collection.

The Chuck E Cheese token is the Canadian version with French on the back. Who remembers the Chuck E Cheese on Lougheed?

Fill the last day of the long weekend with retro games!Victoria DayMonday May 18Noon - 5pm$15 Play All DayAll ages prici...
05/18/2026

Fill the last day of the long weekend with retro games!

Victoria Day
Monday May 18
Noon - 5pm
$15 Play All Day

All ages pricing! All games included with admission.

Play retro games this May Long Weekend! All games included with your admission.Friday 7pm - 11pmSaturday 2pm - 11pmSunda...
05/15/2026

Play retro games this May Long Weekend! All games included with your admission.

Friday 7pm - 11pm
Saturday 2pm - 11pm
Sunday 2pm - 8pm
Monday noon - 5pm

Holiday Monday will be $15 Play All Day! All ages!

**Last entry one hour before closing. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. No minors after 10pm.

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there! Bring the gaming mom in your life to the arcade for some retro gaming or b...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there!

Bring the gaming mom in your life to the arcade for some retro gaming or bring the kids in while mom has a break.

We open at 2pm!

Address

457 E. Columbia Street
New Westminster, BC
V3L3X6

Opening Hours

Wednesday 7pm - 11pm
Thursday 7pm - 11pm
Friday 7pm - 11pm
Saturday 2pm - 11pm
Sunday 2pm - 8pm

Telephone

+16045538555

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