Insert Coins, video-game-themed nightclub, coming to Minneapolis

By Keane Amdahl Thu., Aug. 9 2012 at 1:27 PM

Insert Coins, the world's first video-game-themed nightclub, is coming soon to the Warehouse District in Minneapolis

Ya'll ready for this? Insert Coins, the world's first video-game-themed nightclub, has set its sights on Minneapolis for its new location. Opening in the old Karma spot across from the Fine Line in downtown Minneapolis, Insert Coins will host a variety of both new and retro digitally themed goodies.

According to the club, we can expect this to be more of an "entertainment attraction than just 'another nightclub'".

What are some of the things you'll be able to expect from Insert Coins? Look for a full bar outfitted with 45 refurbished, classic video game cabinets; HD video game stations featuring a variety of consoles, including Atari 2600, Super Nintendo, and XBOX 360; and a "motion sensor/3D gaming hallway sporting two 70-inch HDTVs." You'll also find a lot of locally based art and a video DJ, complete with a full-spectrum light show.

With all of its state-of-the-art tech, Sinicropi, the company behind the new game bar, hopes to become a premier location for video game tournaments and events.

As for food and drink, we don't know a lot of specifics yet, but it sounds as though Insert Coins will feature standard bar fare, including burgers and appetizers.

The whole thing should be up and running by late fall or early winter. We'll let you know once we get more details. For now you can visit the Insert Coins Minneapolis website.

A sneak peek of the inside courtesy of IC's Facebook Page

Tags:

Bar Food, Downtown Minneapolis, Nightclub, Nightlife, Video Games, Warehouse District

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Remghar

@PatKrane isn't there some sort of mall there?

PatKrane

@Remghar not downtown Minneapolis. You're thinking of the big one by the airport. :P

rickschroeter

@PatKrane Daaamn that sounds EPIC

jimak47

@PatKrane Nice! You ever been to Chatterbox Pub in St. Paul? Seems like the same type of place.

PatKrane

@jimak47 Chatterbox is more of a bar, and cramped. There's an Insert Coins in Vegas -- this will definitely be a nightclub.

Gonzeux

@michaelmario1 Yes, please.

gagnersl

@BCchocolate2 @hotdishblog I just heard about that place :)

funkomatic

@DamonLeeRunnals I like video games, too!

DamonLeeRunnals

@funkomatic Yes. Yes you do!

funkomatic

@DamonLeeRunnals Also, I have a pile of records for you. Forgot to send them with you last game day.

DamonLeeRunnals

@funkomatic super sweet. We should set up another game day soon.

Erik Helgeson

Sorry Minneapolis you're not the first city with a video gamed themed night club, Denver has 1UP

Brittany Ingersoll

Fun!

Nichole Kmett

Ryan Starsmore! Kayla Borg!

savvylush

Finally, gamers can re-enter society! ;) @FoodStoned @hotdishblog Mpls gets wicked awesome video game/nightclub lair http://t.co/EXrcQSzJ

Jaanus Lee Damsgard

Sweeeeeet!

Eric Shawn Smith

Chad and Anthony need to learn to read more than just the heading. If you bothered you would have understood it says "Adding Minneapolis as it's NEWEST location" not it's first location.

Eric Shawn Smith

I hope they have a decent amount of vintage games/pinball machines.

Chris Welton

i hope its not over priced.

Anthony C. Maki

Um, this is not the "world's first." Insert Coin(s) made its first home in Las Vegas. http://www.insertcoinslv.com/

anthonycmaki

Um, this is not the "world's first." Insert Coin(s) made its first home in Las Vegas. http://www.insertcoinslv.com/

GeekAaron

@anthonycmaki I think they are saying that Insert Coins is the world's first video-game-themed nightclub, not that this specific location is the first.