Where is Oh, Flip! located?
Oh, Flip! is inside Up A Level gaming lounge. When you arrive to visit Oh, Flip! you can make yourself known at the Up A Level reception. The staff will check your tickets and direct you to the game room.
Up A Level is at 26 Market Street, York. It’s right in the city centre. Look for the bright yellow banner, and head up the stairs!
Do I need to buy a day pass to Up A Level to visit Oh, Flip?
No, if you’re just visiting Oh, Flip and don’t want to play any other games at Up A Level, there’s no need to purchase a day pass or other package at Up A Level. Paying for access to Oh, Flip! is all you need. Whilst visiting Oh, Flip! you are of course welcome to purchase refreshments and use the toilet facilities at Up A Level.
If you want to combine your visit to Oh, Flip! with access to the many other gaming options available at Up A Level, you can also purchase an Up A Level day pass.
Is access to Oh, Flip included with an Up A Level pass?
No, Oh, Flip! requires separate admission. This is because Oh, Flip! is an independent business (located within Up A Level) and we have to ensure we have income to help cover the costs of maintaining our games. Oh, Flip! and Up A Level may offer combined passes in the future.
Can I bring my own food/drink into Oh, Flip?
No, please do not bring outside food and drink into the Up A Level premesis. You are welcome to bring food/drink purchased at Up A Level into Oh, Flip! – but please do not put any food or drink on top of the pinball machines.
I don’t want to play the games, I’m just coming with another visitor. Do I need to pay for admission?
Yes, all entry to Oh, Flip requires an admission.
Do I have to pre-book my entry to Oh, Flip?
No – it is possible to purchase a walk-up admission from the Up A Level staff when you arrive at Oh, Flip. Booking your ticket in advance is not essential, but it does guarantee your entry. Purchasing a walk-up admission has a chance that you may not be admitted immediately if the arcade is at full capacity.
Do I have to pay for the games once I’m inside Oh, Flip? How does pricing work?
No – we operate all games on “freeplay”. This means that you do not have to put any money in the machines to start a game. Simply hit the ‘start’ button, and the game will begin. During your booked time slot, you can play all machines as many times as you like.
We charge admission for timed entry into Oh, Flip! We believe this is a better, fairer way for anyone to enjoy the game of pinball. Paying per game rewards more experienced players, as their games last longer – whilst beginners have to pay more money as their games end more quickly. We prefer the approach that allows everyone, of all skill levels, including young children, to freely enjoy the game without having to worry about the cost of each individual game.
Are all of your games guaranteed to be working for my visit?
Unfortunately, no – we can’t guarantee the availability of any particular game. All pinball machines encounter faults and require repairs. Pinball is a complex, mechanical game where a heavy metal ball flies around and crashes into things. Maintaining a pinball machine is a very different challenge to maintaining a video game!
We commit to working hard to looking after the games, and trying our best to keep the games running as best as we can. But please keep in mind that technical issues are somewhat inevitable, and so please understand that there may be some games unavailable to play during your visit. We’re sorry if this causes any disappointment.
Is Oh, Flip! suitable for children?
Yes, we’ve tried hard to ensure that our game line-up is suitable for all ages. For full transparency, on some of our older games, the artwork could be considered a little risque and “of it’s time”, with some sexualised representations of women – though no nudity is depicted in any of our games.
To help children enjoy the experience, we provide step-up stools to help children see reach and see the games properly, and also children’s ear defenders for if the noisy environment is over-stimulating.
I have an old pinball machine you might be interested in…
Yes, we’re interested! Please contact us at contact@ohflip.fun
How do I play pinball?
Please see our pinball beginner’s guide!