Disney Springs Just Announced When This MASSIVE New Gaming Experience Opens (And It Has Food!)

If you thought Disney Springs couldn’t get any more exciting, think again. Disney just revealed the opening timeline for LEVEL99, and it’s bringing something completely different to Walt Disney World in 2026—45,000 square feet of interactive challenges, social gaming, and Detroit-style pizza.

According to WDW News Today, LEVEL99 will open its doors at Disney Springs in 2026, though a specific date hasn’t been pinned down yet. What we do know? This isn’t your average arcade.

What Exactly IS LEVEL99?

LEVEL99 bills itself as a destination for “real-world, challenge-based, social entertainment” designed specifically for adults. Think escape rooms meet physical challenges meet futuristic arcade—all wrapped up in artistic, immersive environments.

The Disney Springs location will be the largest LEVEL99 to date, spanning two stories in the prominent West Side building that once housed DisneyQuest and later the NBA Experience. With over 60 challenge rooms and duels, this 45,000-square-foot venue will offer three distinct types of gaming experiences:

Rooms: Cooperative challenges for teams of 2-6 players, divided into physical, skill-based, or mental categories. Perfect for groups who want to work together (or discover who’s actually the problem-solver in your friend group).

Duels: Head-to-head challenges where you can finally prove you’re better at something than your travel companion.

Art Hunts: Scavenger hunts that send you searching for art installations throughout the LEVEL99 space—a creative twist that adds exploration to the mix.

The Food Angle (Because This IS a Dining Blog)

Here’s where LEVEL99 gets really interesting for foodies: the venue will feature a chef-crafted menu anchored by their signature Detroit-style pizza. And after you’ve conquered (or been defeated by) dozens of challenges, you can unwind at the two-story bar serving handcrafted cocktails, local beers, and made-from-scratch bites.

While full menu details haven’t been released yet, the emphasis on “chef-crafted” and “made-from-scratch” suggests this won’t be your typical entertainment venue concession stand. Detroit-style pizza, for those unfamiliar, is characterized by its rectangular shape, crispy cheese edges, and thick, airy crust—a serious upgrade from standard pizza offerings.

Where and When?

LEVEL99 will occupy the building next to City Works Eatery & Pour House and across from the M&M’s Store on Disney Springs’ West Side. Construction walls and planters have recently appeared around the building, signaling that exterior work is underway. Digital signage promoting the new venue went live back in September 2025, building anticipation for the 2026 debut.

The project was officially announced in February 2025, with construction permits filed in April. While we’re still waiting for that specific opening date, Disney’s confirmation of a 2026 timeframe means this new entertainment and dining option should arrive sometime in the next 12 months.

Why This Matters

Disney Springs has been aggressively expanding its entertainment and dining portfolio, and LEVEL99 represents a significant shift toward adult-focused experiences. Unlike many Disney Springs venues that cater to families with young children, LEVEL99 is designed specifically for adults looking for interactive entertainment beyond shopping and traditional dining.

The addition also fills a void left by the closure of DisneyQuest and the short-lived NBA Experience, bringing active, participatory entertainment back to this high-profile West Side location. And with the integration of quality dining—particularly that Detroit-style pizza—LEVEL99 could become a legitimate dinner-and-entertainment option rather than just a gaming stop.

For Disney Springs visitors who’ve been craving something beyond the usual restaurant-and-retail experience, LEVEL99 promises a fresh reason to spend an evening (and quite a few dollars) at Walt Disney World’s shopping and entertainment district.

Keep an eye out for more specific opening details as we move through 2026. Something tells us those challenge rooms are going to fill up fast once word gets out about this unique addition to Disney Springs.