COVID has just messed up a lot of things. Houston has a great pin/arcade community. You CAN BYOB at the Game Preserve. There are a few guidelines they ask you to follow but not a big deal. And once things open up a little more I am sure Pacman fever Friday’s will start back up at Joystix. You should be glad he offers that and league nights. He doesn’t have to do it at all.
Also if it weren’t for COVID and you got to know people in the community you would see there are numerous gatherings throughout the year. Some have amazing collections and it’s nice they invite people over from time to time.
We are all frustrated with all the limited things due to COVID but get over it. Give it time and see what happens when things open up.