Scratch any thoughts of teens sitting in their parents' basements: these days, gaming is best enjoyed in groups. Whether that's the thrill of beating friends at MarioKart to strapping on a VR headset and fighting zombies, more and more Londoners are taking advantage of the gaming bars opening across the capital.
Not to be confused with arcades, these are places where you can sit down and have a drink (and nibbles) before loading up a selection of high-end consoles and playing against friends, or entering an immersive VR experience. From Squid Game competitions to virtual island paradises, here's our pick of the best.
