Get ready to level up the fun at Activate Dubai
Ever wished you could step into a real-life video game? Well, now you can! There’s an indoor attraction in Dubai that offers interactive high-tech challenges where every move counts. Presenting Activate Dubai! This cutting-edge gaming centre merges physical activity with high-tech challenges and it’s unlike anything you’ve experienced before. So let’s learn more about this one-of-a-kind venue that offers thrills and adventures for everyone.
What to Expect at Activate Dubai?
Forget sitting on the couch with a controller. At Activate, you’re inside the game. Rely on your quick thinking and your ability to work with others to win. Leap across platforms, solve tricky puzzles under pressure and feel the adrenaline rush as you race against the clock. It’s where technology meets fun and fitness in an exciting way.
Whether you’re competing against friends or teaming up to conquer challenges, Activate Dubai promises an unforgettable adventure that’s fun, active and innovative.
Located in City Centre Mirdif, Activate features over 50 interactive games across nine rooms. It offers cooperative and competitive modes, with 10 levels of difficulty.
Players can track their progress via electronic wristbands and compete with each other. With activities ranging from jumping and climbing to solving puzzles and dodging obstacles, this unique venue is perfect for thrill-seekers, families and gamers.
ROOMS AT ACTIVATE DUBAI
Activate boasts nine rooms, each with a different challenge and its unique set of obstacles and equipment. Here’s a list of all the adventures you and your loved ones can have here.
STRIKE
Dodgeball goes digital with Strike! Hit the glowing targets on the screen wall to win. Accuracy and speed are essential! Hit the bullseye fast, or your team will lose.
Room Features
- 32 HD monitors
- 66 touch-sensitive screens
- 2 projectors
GRID
Fan of the “the floor is lava” game? Then Grid is the perfect game for you. Pick the right tile to step on from a floor filled with a rainbow of glowing tiles. Strategically run around the room to complete each level and avoid certain tiles to win.
Room Features
- 17 light-up wall buttons
- 500+ touch-activated, multi-coloured floor tiles
- 20 neo-pixel screens and LED buttons
HOOPS
Step onto the Hoops court and showcase your skills in a vibrant, technicolour basketball experience. Aim for the shifting-color backboards or go straight for the net as you strategise your way through the game. When the clock starts ticking, how many clutch buzzer-beaters can you sink?
Room Features
- 5 proximity sensors, rims and color-changing screens
- 35 basketballs
PORTALS
Divided into 4-segments, this activity requires perfect hand-eye coordination and excellent teamwork. You have five seconds to find the correct LED portal to toss the ball to your teammate and put it in a hole.
Room Features
- 24 pipes with neo-pixel screens
- 25 touch-activated buttons
- 1 Activate branded water-filled ball
MEGA GRID
With Mega Grid you’ll need some fancy hand and footwork. It features more than 500 touch-sensitive LED floor tiles and light-up wall buttons that depend on perfect agility and communication. To complete the level step on the right tile and avoid the wrong one.
Room Features
- 17 light-up wall buttons
- 500+ touch-activated, multi-coloured floor tiles
- 20 Neo Pixel Screens and LED buttons
HIDE
Play a digital version of hide and seek. This fun activity at Activate Dubai is all about racing around the room to complete the sequences. But be aware of the ever-watchful four glowing eyes that catch your every move.
Room Features
- 26 LED buttons and neo-pixel screens
- 4 motion-sensing eye cameras
- 4 LED blinking eyes
LASER
Dodge the lasers and move your way to reach the safe zone in this thrilling interactive game. Even a minor gesture out of place will trip the beam in this laser ops fantasy.
Room Features
- 180 straight and diagonal lasers
- 3 thermal cameras
- 5 arcade blasters
CONTROL
Get your fancy footwork to the test with Control, one of the most popular activities at Activate Dubai. The touch-activated coloured floor tiles act as your premier control centre where you need to jump, lean and step to guide the game.
Room Features
- 10 touch-sensitive floor panels
- 1000+ pixel game wall
- 5 jumbo D-Pad game controllers
PRESS
For this interactive game, the challenge is to find the right pattern by ideal hand-to-eye coordination and relying on your memory. It’s a challenge but don’t fret as your teammates are there to lead you towards victory.
Room Features
- 452 light-up buttons with 3 rings of LEDs
- 1,356 total LEDs
- 6 games with varying difficulty levels
WHAT ARE THE ACTIVATE DUBAI TIMINGS?
The Activate Dubai opening hours are:
- Monday to Friday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am – 12:00 am
WHAT IS THE ACTIVATE DUBAI LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION?
Activate Dubai address is: Level 1, Next to Little Explorers at City Centre Mirdif. For bookings and queries please call 600-599-905.
FAQs
WHAT IS THE ACTIVATE DUBAI TICKET PRICE?
One session costs AED 95 per person for a 60-minute game.
WHAT ARE THE MOST POPULAR GAMES AT ACTIVATE DUBAI?
As one of the best indoor adventure parks in Dubai, Activate features over 50 games and its popularity varies among customers.
ARE THERE ANY SPECIAL DISCOUNTS OR PROMOTIONS FOR ACTIVATE DUBAI?
Get in touch with the front desk for any discounts for large groups and corporate events. Currently, as per their website, Fazaa members get 20% off online. Enter your ID in the Offers & Promo section at checkout when you book a session. Another option is to pay for the games in 4 instalments through Tabby.
HOW DO I BOOK A SESSION AT ACTIVATE DUBAI?
Visit the official website for all Activate Dubai bookings.
CAN I VISIT WITHOUT AN ACTIVATE DUBAI BOOKING?
It’s essential to check whether a slot is available beforehand to avoid any inconveniences or long waits. We recommend booking a slot in advance.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT TO PLAY AT ACTIVATE DUBAI?
The minimum age to play games at Activate Dubai is 6-years. However, please note that some games may require adult supervision and assistance. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Please refer to the official website for more information.
This concludes our guide to Activate Dubai one of the most dynamic interactive gaming venues in the city. For those who love to explore cosmic adventures, pay a visit to Neon Galaxy.
Or if you love to explore other options, head over to Deep Dive Dubai where you can experience a submerged city in one of the biggest and deepest indoor pools in the world. You can also step into the TEPFactor, a popular indoor adventure park in Dubai.
(Cover image credit: Activate Dubai official website)
