London is about to welcome one of its biggest immersive entertainment launches of 2026 as Arcade Arena London opens its doors on Saturday 5 September. Located on the South Bank, the new venue combines three blockbuster interactive experiences under one roof, including the capital’s first PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE, the fan-favourite Chaos Karts, and the world debut of Alien Invasion.
Visitors won’t just play games—they’ll become part of them, thanks to a combination of cinematic sets, projection technology, live actors and large-scale interactive gameplay designed for friends, families and gaming fans alike.
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Three Immersive Gaming Worlds In One Venue
Created by the team behind The Crystal Maze Experience, Arcade Arena expands on Little Lion Entertainment’s successful immersive attractions with what the company describes as its biggest venue to date. Following the success of its Manchester location, the London site introduces multiple arenas that allow guests to experience every attraction during a single visit.
PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE
Gaming’s most iconic yellow hero comes to life in a giant illuminated maze where players become PAC-MAN themselves. Teams race against the clock, collecting power pellets while avoiding roaming ghosts in a fast-paced challenge inspired by the legendary arcade classic.
Chaos Karts
Chaos Karts blends real electric go-karts with augmented reality projections, creating a racing experience that feels like stepping inside a video game. Instead of traditional circuits, drivers compete across constantly changing digital worlds packed with hazards, power-ups and interactive obstacles—without needing VR headsets.
Alien Invasion
Making its global debut in London, Alien Invasion is exclusive to the new Arcade Arena venue. Guests join the Cosmic Cadets on a mission to defend Earth from invading extraterrestrials using cinematic effects, interactive technology and live-action gameplay.
A New Destination For Gamers And Groups
Speaking about the launch, Little Lion Entertainment founder and CEO Tom Lionetti-Maguire said the aim was to create a venue where visitors could “become the player” by physically stepping inside game worlds.
Alongside the attractions, guests can also enjoy food, drinks and themed cocktails between games, making Arcade Arena suitable for birthday celebrations, group outings, corporate events or simply a different kind of day out in London.
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Tickets, Location And Opening Date
Arcade Arena London officially opens on 5 September 2026 at 26 Lambeth High Street, London SE1 7SJ, just a short walk from Waterloo and Lambeth North stations.
Ticket options include:
- Single-game tickets from £30
- Two-game passes from £45
- Three-game passes from £50, giving access to all three experiences.
Tickets are available now via the official Arcade Arena website.
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