Round1 – an entertainment destination with arcades, claw machines, bowling and more – opened its doors on Saturday, Oct. 17, on the third floor of the Shops at Skyview , located at 131-07 40th Rd., Suite C01 in Flushing . The Japanese-based chain hosts over 250 arcade and crane games in this 80,000-square-foot location.

Many of the arcade games and claw machine prizes are Japan-exclusive titles. Round1 has fun activities for the whole family, including 17 full-service bowling lanes, karaoke, 8 billiards tables, a pickleball court and 4 ping pong tables.

“We are excited to keep expanding the Round1 experience and bring a new entertainment destination to the Queens community,” Round1 President and CEO Akira Ide said. “Round1 is committed to delivering high-quality spaces and moments for shared experiences, and our new location at the Shops at Skyview reflects our continued efforts in creating a place that brings smiles and everyday fun for everyone, everywhere.”

The grand opening began at 9:45 a.m. with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony. The first 300 guests were given a mega tote bag to hold their prizes, and the first 50 guests received a free tote bag and tic-tac-toe cutlery set with any food purchase with a Coca-Cola Drink. Between Oct. 17 and 18, the first 300 guests also received a complimentary one-play game card with any same-day receipt from Skyview retailers.

“The Shops at Skyview has continued to position itself as a unique cultural hub in Queens, one of the most culturally diverse boroughs in the country, and we are excited to welcome Round1 to the center,” said Wesley Sin, Senior Marketing Manager of Acadia Realty Trust , owner of the Shops at Skyview. “Round1 brings a distinctive mix of Japanese gaming, animation and interactive entertainment culture to this vibrant community, while also providing a safe and engaging environment for visitors of all ages to gather, play and connect.”

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