The hidden psychology behind your go-to arcade game

The games we gravitate toward tap into something deeper—competition, reflexes, problem-solving, even sheer stubborn determination. Your favourite game isn’t just a game; it’s a glimpse into how you handle challenges, victories, and the occasional crushing defeat.

If you’re ready to put your arcade personality to the test, Flying Squirrel Indoor Trampoline Park in London is the perfect place to do it.

Whether you’re here to set high scores, settle rivalries, or just lose yourself in the flashing lights and fast action, every game is a chance to prove something (even if it’s just that you can finally beat your little cousin at air hockey).

 

1. The Racing Games: The Speed Demon Personality

Arcade racing games are all about quick reflexes, split-second decisions, and the pure joy of speed—without the real-world risks. If this is your go-to, chances are you love a challenge, embrace fast-paced excitement, and have a natural talent for staying cool under pressure. Whether you're drifting through tight corners or gunning for first place, racing games bring out your competitive edge in the best way possible.

 

2. The Basketball Hoops Game: The Competitive Spirit

Arcade basketball is another breeding ground for competitiveness. If you gravitate towards the hoops, you likely have a strong drive to win, whether it’s in sports, your career, or simply proving you can outscore your friend. You love the satisfaction of hitting perfect shots under pressure and will absolutely not leave the game until you’ve hit a new personal best.

(Tip: Follow up your hoops game with a dunking competition on the trampoline dunk hoops).

 

3. The Fighting Games: The Strategist with Lightning Reflexes

Fighting games require a mix of strategy, adaptability, and fast reflexes. If this is your go-to, you don’t just rely on button-mashing—you’re thinking five moves ahead, analyzing your opponent’s next move before they even make it. You’re the type who thrives on competition, loves a challenge, and refuses to back down from a rematch.

 

4. The Light Gun Shooters: The Sharpshooter with a Steady Hand

If you love light gun shooters—the ones where you’re blasting zombies or taking down bad guys with pinpoint accuracy—you likely have nerves of steel. You’re calm under pressure, patient, and have an eye for detail. While others panic in fast-paced situations, you thrive in them.

 

5. The Classic Beat ‘Em Ups: The Team Player with a Never-Back-Down Attitude

Beat ‘em ups were built for teamwork, and if this is your favourite genre, you’re the kind of person who knows how to hold your ground and always has your friends’ backs. You don’t just play to win—you play to win together.

(And if your friend runs out of lives, you’re already shoving a token into the machine before they even have a chance to ask—because quitting before the final boss is simply not an option.)

 

6. The Dancing Game: The Performer (Or the Chaos Generator)

If you step onto a DDR machine, you either crave the spotlight—or you secretly wish you had the confidence to. Studies show that public performance increases both excitement and anxiety, meaning arcade dancers are either extroverts who love attention or introverts pushing themselves out of their comfort zone.

 

Find Out What Kind of Gamer You Are at the Flying Squirrel London Arcade

Every gamer has their go-to playstyle. Are you the strategic thinker, planning every move in a fighting game? The high-speed racer who thrives on quick reflexes? The sharpshooter with a steady hand? Or maybe you’re the wildcard who goes all-in on Dance Dance Revolution, throwing caution (and rhythm) to the wind. Arcade games may seem simple, but the choices we make in an arcade are driven by deep psychological forces.

What kind of gamer are you? See for yourself during your next visit to the Flying Squirrel London arcade. And once you’ve figured out your gaming style? Take that energy straight to the trampolines. Go head-to-head in trampoline dodgeball, race through the ninja course, or just see who can pull off the most ridiculous trick. However you play, the action never stops.