Bowling Dortmund Alternative

4.9 stars from 18,000+ reviews

Top 10% of attractions worldwide

Want to do something in Dortmund?

Looking for something special?

Not rental shoes and rolling a ball again.

And everyone joins in?

With us, everyone plays at the same time.

Experience your own gameshow

Challenge your friends

Laugh & play together

Forget everyday life

Win the most duels

Our 18 Games in Dortmund

Air

Hit basketballs into glowing hoops

Black Swan

Find the wrong quiz answer

Bricks

Recreate figures from Lego

Castlemania

Win crazy minigames

Cycle

Guess music on a bike

Dice

Roll dice onto target fields

Foodie

Solve tasks quickly while cycling

Gamble

Bet on the correct answer

Heaven & Hell

Move quickly onto numbers

Hidden

Solve a riddle, find the answer

Lost

Minigames on fast reaction

Mosaic

Find the right puzzle pieces

Sling

Sling stones at your opponent

Sort

Sort the answers correctly

Square

Pull the right lever quickly

Tactics

Find the best option quickly

Terraform

Pull the levers at the right time

Tycoon

Strategically build your city

Air

Hit basketballs into glowing hoops

Black Swan

Find the wrong quiz answer

Bricks

Recreate figures from Lego

Castlemania

Win crazy minigames

4.9

Avg. Google rating

18,000+

Reviews across 18 locations

500,000+

Visitors

Gamer Dortmund 4.8 4,055 Reviews

Gamer Bielefeld 4.9 2,812 Reviews

Gamer Berlin - Mitte 4.9 1,760 Reviews

Gamer Düsseldorf 4.8 1,686 Reviews

Gamer Köln 4.9 1,373 Reviews

Gamer Braunschweig 4.9 1,334 Reviews

Gamer Würzburg 4.9 1,049 Reviews

Gamer Kiel 4.9 1,047 Reviews

Gamer Stuttgart 4.9 786 Reviews

Gamer Zürich 4.9 481 Reviews

Gamer Troisdorf 4.8 468 Reviews

Gamer Lüdenscheid 4.9 447 Reviews

Gamer Kassel 4.9 384 Reviews

Gamer Wien 5.0 382 Reviews

Gamer Hamburg 4.9 212 Reviews

Gamer Tilburg 4.8 203 Reviews

Gamer Hannover 4.9 180 Reviews

Gamer Berlin - Charlottenburg 4.9 15 Reviews

We had a really great tournament! Gamer is a really good alternative to standard things you usually do with your friends (cinema, bowling, escape room etc.). The games were pleasantly intense :) Our group pushed each other real hard and it was a really exciting experience.

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Mark

Great leisure activity for families! Super friendly staff, great service, fun varied games. Everything worked perfectly, very well-maintained clean location! Great concept, something completely new. Better than going bowling yet again. Gameshow feeling! An all-round great evening and excellent for getting teenagers away from their phones or tablets! Absolutely recommended!! We'll be back!!

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Stefanie

It was so awesome! We'll definitely be back! Gamer is a completely different way to spend your free time compared to bowling or cinema! The price is totally fair and drinks were included too, no extra charge. I thought that was really great. Important to bring your phone. Lockers are available for valuables. Good parking nearby. All in all it was a really great afternoon!

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Mai

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Great idea! A fresh alternative to bowling, escape rooms and board games. You can play in teams or against each other. If you're looking for ideas for team building or Christmas parties, check it out! You won't regret it!

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Kristina

Something different from bowling, darts and the like. We'll definitely be back. Well organized and very friendly!

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Denise

We had a really great tournament, thanks to the organizers! Gamer is a really great alternative to the standard things you do with friends (cinema, bowling, escape room etc.). The games were pleasantly intense and I even broke a sweat :) Our group pushed each other so hard and it became a really thrilling experience. The games were varied and always challenged different skills. I definitely want a rematch with my friends. It was just really fun! Friendly team and really fair price! We'll be back soon. Truly awesome!

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Paula

We visited as a team of 15 people and our expectations were fully met. Lots of mini games played in 1v1 duels await you here. If you're looking for an alternative to bowling, escape rooms or similar activities, this is the perfect place!

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Mathis

Prices

7 Duels Per Player

Ø 75 - 120 Minutes

Starting at 20 € per player

Including softdrinks

From 11 years

2 to 32 Players

For even & uneven group sizes

7+ players - slots outside opening times available

Tu - Th

16 - 21:30

Fr

14 - 22

Sa

10:30 - 22

Su

11 - 20:30

Special Offers

POWER HOUR

6 duels from €15

Tuesday to Thursday

For friends & families - Up to 6 players

STANDARD +1

8 duels for the price of 7

Tuesday to Thursday

For friends & families - Up to 8 players

Family day

€10 child discount

Sunday to Thursday

Only for children under 16

You can find all details on prices and conditions in the calendar:

Plan Your Visit

Bowling alternative: why Gamer fits your group

18 games instead of one bowling lane

At bowling you roll the same ball down the same lane over and over. At Gamer in Dortmund you play games of action, skill and knowledge, played in 1-on-1 duels. The match plan puts together new duels every round, and the live ranking ties it all into one tournament. Because the mix of games rotates, the second visit is different from the first.

Everyone plays at the same time

And the waiting? Gone: at bowling you take turns, at Gamer up to 32 people play at the same time. No watching, no pause between throws, and nobody sitting behind the lane.

For any group, however sporty

And if you're not all equally good? Every round rewards a different strength: sometimes the fastest, sometimes the one with the best memory, sometimes the one with the steadiest hands. So nobody loses all evening, and mixed groups get on well.

Simple, straightforward and all included

And the organising? Indoors and weather-proof, drinks included, booked online in 2 minutes. No rental shoes, no complicated rules, just come along and start playing.

Gamer vs. bowling centre: the comparison

Thinking about going bowling? Before you book a lane, take a look at what Gamer does differently.

Variety

A bowling centre offers a single game: roll the ball, knock down pins. After a few frames every round feels the same.

Gamer offers 18 different games of action, skill and knowledge. The match plan puts together new duels every round, so no round is like the last.

Group activity

At bowling everyone takes turns. While one plays the others wait, which gets boring fast with big groups.

At Gamer up to 32 people are active at the same time. No waiting, everyone is in.

Value for money

At a bowling centre you pay per person and per lane, with drinks and food costing extra. The value for money is often disappointing.

At Gamer the price is clear: from €15 per person, drinks included, 18 games, no hidden costs.

Booking & flexibility

Bowling lanes are often fully booked, rental shoes are compulsory and the choice of activities is limited.

Gamer is easy to book online, no rental shoes needed, straightforward and flexible.

Bowling vs. Gamer: frequently asked questions

What is Gamer and why is it an alternative to bowling?

Gamer in Dortmund is your own gameshow: 18 games of action, skill and knowledge, played in 1-on-1 duels. The match plan puts together new duels every round, and the live ranking ties it all into one tournament. Unlike a bowling centre, you all play at the same time rather than taking turns. Up to 32 people play together, with no waiting.

How many people is Gamer suitable for?

Gamer works for 2 to 32 people. Whether you come as a small team, with friends, as a group or as a family, everyone plays together. At a bowling centre the number of simultaneous players per lane is strictly limited.

How long does a visit to Gamer take?

A visit to Gamer takes 75 to 120 minutes depending on the package. In that time you work through a changing mix of action, skill and knowledge games. Perfect for an afternoon or evening, and easy to combine with a meal afterwards.

Do you have to be sporty?

The games are deliberately built so that different strengths count: knowledge, timing, skill and reaction. You get a short explanation before every game, and nobody has to be particularly athletic. Playable from age 11 and a height of 140 cm.

What does Gamer cost compared to bowling?

Gamer starts from €15 per person, drinks included. Compared to bowling you get more for the money: 18 different games, drinks included and no hidden costs.

Is Gamer also suitable for children and families?

Yes. Gamer is playable from age 11 and works well for families. Because every round rewards a different strength, children and adults have just as much fun as each other. A good alternative to kids' bowling.

Can Gamer in Dortmund also be booked for company parties and events?

Absolutely. Gamer in Dortmund suits company parties, events and team events. Up to 32 people play at the same time, with no need to split across several bowling lanes.

Is there food and drink at Gamer?

drinks included. For food and further drinks you can stop by the restaurants nearby before or after your visit.

What's the atmosphere like at Gamer?

The atmosphere at Gamer is reminiscent of a TV gameshow, with modern kit and a warm welcome. After every round the mood shifts between tension, laughter and cheering.

How do I book a visit?

Easily online on our website, done in 2 minutes. Choose your package, the number of people and your preferred date. Spontaneous visits are possible too, if capacity is available.

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