Where Pixels Meet Neon Nights
A retro-modern gaming lounge and arcade bar in the heart of Surry Hills. Tournament cabinets, private console suites, and craft cocktails under one glowing roof.
Built by gamers, for the late-night crowd
"We wanted a room where a Street Fighter II ladder, a pinball league, and a quiet co-op night could all happen at once — and nobody gets shushed."
MysticBonusProtocol opened on Buckingham Street in 2019, in a restored 1920s warehouse that still wears its original brick and steel. We hand-picked every cabinet, refurbished each CRT, and tuned the pinball flippers ourselves.
Today the floor holds 40+ restored arcade machines, six private console suites, and a 14-seat bar pouring local NSW beers and retro-themed cocktails. We host weekly tournaments, casual co-op nights, and the occasional all-night speedrun marathon.
Four ways to play the night
The Cabinet Floor
Forty-plus restored cabinets on freeplay — from Pac-Man and Galaga to Tekken 8 and Daytona USA. No coins, no fumbling for change. Just tap your wristband and play.
- Classic CRT and modern panel cabinets
- Two-player head-to-head bays
- Tap-to-play wristband, no tokens
Freeplay wristband — $25 / 3 hours
A look around the floor
Freeplay cabinet row
Private OLED console room
The neon arcade bar
Tuesday tournament night
What the regulars say
Booked a console suite for my partner's birthday and the staff set up a co-op campaign before we arrived. The OLED and table service made it feel like a private cinema for gaming.
Marcus T.
Redfern, NSW • March 2025
Your high score is waiting
Reserve a suite, grab a freeplay wristband, or just claim a stool at the bar. Walk-ins welcome, but Friday and Saturday book out fast.
Book a TableReserve your night
Send us a message to book a suite, ask about tournaments, or plan a private event. We reply within a few hours during opening time.
Phone
+61 2 8319 8152Address
58 Buckingham Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Hours
Open daily, 12:00pm – 1:00am