Tues - Thurs 11am to 9pm --- Fri - Sat 11am to 10pm --- CLOSED MONDAYS & SUNDAYS
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TheVaultGamingCenter -- Portsmouth’s Esports, Party, & Gaming Hub — With Free Entry
The Vault Gaming Center is a free-entry esports and family gaming center in downtown Portsmouth, Ohio. We’re located at 317 Chillicothe St and combine a gaming lounge, VR arena, and The Vault Café with pizza, wings, subs, and ramen under one roof. You can host birthday parties, run tournaments, bring school field trips, or just drop in to game, eat, watch, and hang out with friends.
Start Here
Free entry. Pay only for play, food & drinks. Family‑friendly esports, VR, and parties in downtown Portsmouth.
Open 11–9 Tues - Thurs; Fri & Sat 11-10 • Parties from $180 • Day Pass $15
For Gamers & Families
Drop in for a few hours or become a regular. Choose hourly play, day passes, or memberships for unlimited gaming and perks.
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Hourly PC, console & VR play.
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Weekday & weekend day passes.
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Free basic membership signup.
For Schools & Groups
Turn gaming into a reward or learning experience with structured trips and staff-run activities.
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Clear time blocks & schedules.
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Esports/STEM-themed options.
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Great for rewards & attendance.
Why Not Just Play at Home? Because It’s Different Here.
Home is great for solitude gaming. The Vault is for moments — last-second comebacks with a crowd watching, trash talk across the room, birthday wins on the big screen, and friends splitting pizza between matches. It’s not just about the frame rate. It’s about the memories.
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LAN Energy You Can’t Download
Squads in the same room, real-time reactions, and people actually cheering when you clutch the round or hit that final stock.
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Food + Gaming in One Place
Fresh pizza, ramen, snacks, and drinks without pausing the fun or switching apps. Order, eat, and play without leaving the lobby.
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VR & Special Experiences
Step into games you can’t run at home — VR adventures, party games, and setups built for “you’ve gotta try this” moments.
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Events, Camps & Field Trips
From esports tournaments to STEM-style camps and school field trips, we turn gaming into connection, teamwork, and real-world skills.
Beyond Everyday Play
Beyond drop-in gaming and parties, The Vault is a flexible space for food, tournaments and community events — your third place for gamers & families: less “PC rental,” more hangout, eat, watch, play, and celebrate.
Pizza, curry pizza, ramen, wings and snacks right inside the gaming center — perfect for parties, late-night squads and families.
The Vault Café
Tournaments & Events
Weekly tournaments, themed events and an always-updating calendar of ways to plug into the esports scene.
Step into immersive VR worlds for unforgettable experiences, from casual sessions to curated group bookings.
Host game-night fundraisers or partner events that bring your community into a unique venue built for connection.
Why Families, Gamers & Schools Choose The Vault Gaming Center
Safe, Supervised, All-Ages
Staff on site, age-appropriate titles, structured sessions for kids & teens
Esports Grade Tech
High-end PCs, modern consoles, and immersive VR stations
Inclusive Community
Everyone’s welcome—newcomers to sweats—find your squad and jump in a bracket
Why The Vault Gaming Center?
Loved by Local Families, Gamers & Schools
Social Proof
Here’s what people are saying after parties, late-night sessions and school visits at The Vault Gaming Center.
“Had my son’s birthday party here and it was AMAZING. Staff were very nice and helpful and the kids had a blast from start to finish.”
— Parent
“Perfect spot for teens and gamers who want somewhere safe to hang out that still feels like a real esports space.”
— Local Gamer
“Our students loved it. The staff kept everything organized so we could actually enjoy the trip instead of managing chaos.”
— School Staff Member
Plan Your Visit
Visit Us
Find us in downtown Portsmouth and make The Vault Gaming Centeryour next spot for gaming, food and events.
Address
317 Chillicothe St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
Contact
Phone: (740) 205-8622
Text: (740) 370-9667
Email: info@thevaultohio.com
Next Step
Check dates, ask questions or start your booking and we’ll help you plan the perfect visit.
Gaming Lounge, VR Arena & Esports at Portsmouth’s Top Event Venue
Explore Portsmouth’s and Region's top-rated Video Gaming, Virtual Reality arena, Console and Esports Arena at The Vault Gaming Center. Play on high-end PCs, consoles, or VR. Book parties, join tournaments, or dine at our family-friendly Pizza Restaurant and Event Venue. Walk-ins welcome!
FAQs
Is this actually kid‑friendly?
Yes—supervised play, age filters, and structured sessions.
Do I have to book a pricey package?
No—walk in free; pay hourly, get a membership, or book parties later.
Do we pay to enter?
No—pay only for gaming time, food, and drinks.
Walk-in or book?
Walk-ins welcome; booking guarantees your time.
What can we play?
High-end PCs, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and retro arcade.
Do you have VR? Yes—two VR stations; book ahead or walk in if open.
Do you have Day Passes?
Yes, We have DayPasses and PlayPasses
Birthday parties?
Private stations, host support, pizza add-ons—pick your date online.
Tournaments?
Local, regional, National, Weekly, Monthly and seasonal events; see the tournament calendar.
Food & drinks?
Yes—pizza, ramen, wings, subs, and drinks on site.
Schools & businesses? Yes—field trips, team-building, and STEM add-ons; contact us for slots.
Parking?
Street and nearby public lots; weekends fill up—arrive a bit early.
The Vault Gaming Center
Free-entry esports lounge, VR arena, and pizza & ramen café in downtown Portsmouth, Ohio — the third place for gamers & families. Walk in, book a party, or bring your school or group.
317 Chillicothe St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
📞 (740) 205-8622 ✉️ info@thevaultohio.com
Regions We Serve – Tri-State & Beyond
Gamers and families visit us from across the Region
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Portsmouth & Scioto County, OH
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Ashland & Russell, KY
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Huntington, WV Area
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Ironton & Lawrence County, OH
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Columbus, OH Trips
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Cincinnati, OH Trips
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