Could a Trip to the New Quad Cities Dave & Buster’s End in a Diamond Ring?

Dave & Buster's Is Putting $15K Engagement Rings Inside Human Crane Games for Valentine's Day.

The Quad Cities just got a lot more exciting with the opening of Dave & Buster’s, and with Valentine’s Day around the corner, love is in the arcade air. The company recently made headlines by announcing they are putting $15,000, 3-carat diamond rings inside their viral "Human Crane" game. It sounds like a gem of an opportunity for anyone looking to level up their relationship.

A Proposal with High Stakes

The Human Crane is a full-body experience where you are lowered into a pit of prizes to grab whatever you can. On February 14, Dave & Buster’s is turning that pit into a treasure chest.

"Dave & Buster's has always been about bringing people together for unforgettably fun moments," says Melissa Powers, VP of Marketing. "We're giving couples a chance to turn date night into a proposal they'll never forget."

Scoring a Great Date Deal

Even if you aren't ready to get down on one knee, the new local spot has a "Date Night Duo" deal for $99. It includes a multi-course meal and 90 minutes of play. It’s a great way to see if your partner is a player or a keeper without breaking the bank.

The Million-Dollar Question

So, can you head over to the new Quad Cities location and pluck a diamond from the air? Well, don't get your hopes up too high. While the promotion is real, the diamond-filled Human Crane is only appearing at five select stores in New York and California. For us in the Quad Cities, the only "rings" we'll be winning are the ones on the milk bottle toss.

Official Rules From The Website

Date Night Duo Deal"PROMOTIONAL.  Limited time only.  Offer valid 2/9/26-2/13/26 only.  Offer includes two (2) All You Can Play passes for ninety (90) minutes (with an ability to earn up to 1,500 tickets), any one (1) appetizer, any two (2) entrees and any one (1) dessert, starting at $99. Menu item exclusions may apply. Dishes may not be substituted or modified. Time begins upon first game play.  Human crane and VR games not included.  Offer must be pre-purchased through OpenTable.  Offer not available to walk in guests.  Price or offer may be subject to revision or recission at any time.  Prices may vary by location.  Tax and gratuity not included.  Valid at participating locations only.  Not valid with any other promotion.  Dine in only.  Other restrictions may apply.  See store for details.  Void were prohibited."

Human Crane Engagement Ring Experience (5 stores)PROMOTIONAL. Limited time only.  Offer valid 2/14/26 only.  In five (5) select stores, guests will have an opportunity to win an engagement ring from human crane ride (in Times Square/NYC and W. Nyack, NY and Los Angeles/Hollywood, Carlsbad and Folsom, CA stores only). Company employees and their immediate family members are ineligible to participate.  Must be at least 18 years old to win and redeem ring.  Actual ring will not be in human crane.  Winner must enter contact information into QR code to redeem. Winner will be contacted by 2/17 with prize fulfillment information. Ring size, quality, and value has no minimum and may vary by location. Ring may not be traded for cash or other consideration.  Rings will be sent to winners at a future date.  Winner responsible for any applicable taxes, fees, or insurance.  Promotion, price or offer may be subject to revision or recission at any time.  Valid at participating locations only.  Not valid with any other promotion. Other restrictions may apply.  See store for details.  Void where prohibited.