High Scores Arcade
Alameda, California
Sim Center
Sim Center
In Alameda, California, the High Scores Arcade offers a unique racing experience with racing simulators featuring motion rigs and virtual circuits. For a dose of competitive action, visit this Sim Center. Call (609) 468-3083 for the current schedule, as hours vary, including Thursday 5-10 PM and weekend hours starting at 12:30 PM. With 26 nearby tracks within 75 miles, Alameda is a hub for racing enthusiasts.
Know Before You Go
- Booking model
- Sim centers sell rig time by the hour ($30-80 per seat) with multi-hour and league packages discounted. Reservations recommended — popular rigs sell out evenings.
- Hardware tier
- Look for the rig spec before booking: direct-drive wheel (Fanatec / Simucube / VRS) and load-cell pedals are the modern minimum. Older belt-drive setups feel toy-ish.
- Title library
- Most centers run iRacing, Assetto Corsa Competizione, and rFactor 2 as the staples. Some add Gran Turismo or RaceRoom. Ask which platform is loaded for your slot.
- League nights
- Centers run multi-week league seasons in iRacing or ACC for $150-400 with a fixed rig schedule and championship points. Great way to meet local sim racers.
- First-time tips
- Sim racing is much more sensitive to inputs than arcade games. Start in slower cars (MX-5 cup, GT4) before jumping into open-wheelers — and stretch your shoulders.