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Happy Video Arcade Day: Atari Turns 47

Happy Video Arcade Day: Atari Turns 47

arcadehero June 27, 2019 1

There is no shortage of made-up holidays out there, which is something that keeps calendar people busy I suppose. So when it comes to the iconic video arcade machine, why not pick a day

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Newsbytes: Wahlap’s AAA2019 Showcase; Running A Route in ’82; Upcoming Anniversaries & More

Newsbytes: Wahlap’s AAA2019 Showcase; Running A Route in ’82; Upcoming Anniversaries & More

arcadehero June 22, 2019 0

Welcome to another edition of Newsbytes, a compilation of quick (or last minute) stories that I’ve curated for the weekend. Wahlap At AAA2019 Chinese game manufacturer Wahlap has been busy as of late, and

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Taking A Closer Look: Gimmick! exAct☆MIX

Taking A Closer Look: Gimmick! exAct☆MIX

arcadehero June 21, 2019 1

It’s Friday, so I’ve declared that as the day that we take a look at an upcoming arcade title for the soon-to-launch Exa system. I have confirmed that systems are in production right now,

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Dave & Busters Launches Men In Black: Galactic Getaway (Plus An Interview)

Dave & Busters Launches Men In Black: Galactic Getaway (Plus An Interview)

arcadehero June 20, 2019 1

With summer time in full swing, that means movies, and there have been plenty to go out and watch lately. While arcades can’t see a game related to every film that comes along, Dave

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The World’s Largest Frogger Spotted On Test

The World’s Largest Frogger Spotted On Test

arcadehero June 14, 2019 5

(Thanks to the anonymous tipster who sent this in!) It’s time for another new game to talk about, although all we have to go on is one photo. That hasn’t stopped us before, as

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Reboot of Centipede Launches With Centipede Chaos

Reboot of Centipede Launches With Centipede Chaos

arcadehero June 13, 2019 0

I’ve posted more than a few videos about the reboot of Atari’s Centipede, Centipede Chaos, by Play Mechanix & ICE, but now it’s time for ICE to show off their own sales trailer as

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Griffin Aerotech & Devolver Digital Unveil Gungeon: House of the Gundead

Griffin Aerotech & Devolver Digital Unveil Gungeon: House of the Gundead

arcadehero June 10, 2019 1

(Thanks to everyone who sent this in! I did send an e-mail to the developers looking for more info, but they had not responded yet, so I’ll just go with what is public for

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Newsbytes: New Rhythm Game From Taito; Outnumbered; Smash Bros Arcade & More

Newsbytes: New Rhythm Game From Taito; Outnumbered; Smash Bros Arcade & More

arcadehero June 8, 2019 3

Welcome to another edition of Newsbytes. here, I collect some quick news items from the week to share with you, as a way to pad the weekend with a variety of items. Today also

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Raw Thrills Launches Nerf Arcade With Some Changes

Raw Thrills Launches Nerf Arcade With Some Changes

arcadehero June 4, 2019 0

We first heard about Nerf Arcade back in March, then had a chance to play the game later that month during Amusement Expo in Las Vegas. If you missed out on the news, the

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Fans Celebrate 59 Years Of Sega

Fans Celebrate 59 Years Of Sega

arcadehero June 3, 2019 1

Today marks 59 years since the gaming company first known as Service Games – later SEGA – opened their doors and began providing gaming entertainment to the world. To mark the event, the official

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New Details On Centipede Chaos + A Boss Teaser

New Details On Centipede Chaos + A Boss Teaser

arcadehero May 31, 2019 0

We haven’t heard much about the upcoming reboot to the classic Atari franchise Centipede since March, so it’s time to correct that as we say goodbye to May. In case this is the first

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Taking A Closer Look: Bayani

Taking A Closer Look: Bayani

arcadehero May 30, 2019 1

It’s been a slow news month, even if the site had been up and running the whole time. As we approach the summer months, I will attempt to fill in the gaps with some

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