Get Your Game On

Here’s where to play in Gwinnett

BY TONY REHAGEN

eed a little excitement? N How about ripping golf balls hundreds of yards toward a target, stomping on the accelerator of a go-kart, immersing yourself in a virtual-reality game world, or just swinging through the treetops? Check out these gems of family-friendly fun, with an injection of speed and strength, where you can play as hard as you like.

King of the Jungle

Ever dream of streaking across the forest canopy like Tarzan? At Treetop Quest in Buford, you can practically fl y from tree to tree with zip lines, lofty obstacle courses, and more. And while there is a unique harness-free course, safety is not a concern: Each fl ier is outfi tted with proper equipment, gloves, and helmets for kids. And every course has a continuous belay system, a lifeline that cannot be severed without help from a staff member, so you can enjoy a carefree adventure in the treetops.

The Need for Speed

If it’s got four wheels and an engine, you can bet the Andrettis, the fi rst family of auto-racing, know the Andrettis, the fi rst family of auto-racing, know how to make it a thrilling experience. But the action how to make it a thrilling experience. But the action at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Buford isn’t at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Buford isn’t limited to the track. Step into an immersive virtual limited to the track. Step into an immersive virtual reality game or get behind the wheel of a racing reality game or get behind the wheel of a racing simulator just like the pros use to train. There’s also simulator just like the pros use to train. There’s also laser tag, an arcade, and boutique bowling. No matter your preference, it’s a green fl ag for fun.

Get in the Swing

Topgolf combines the physicality of a driving range with the social setting of a bowling alley. Reserve your climate-controlled bay, order some wings or fl atbread and a round of drinks, and choose from a range of games. and a round of drinks, and choose from a range of games. Then just grab a driver, tee up your ball, and grip it and rip it Then just grab a driver, tee up your ball, and grip it and rip it toward the targets below. The computer will do all the score keeping for you— all you have to focus on is having fun.