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New Image From Sega’s R&D Spycam

New Image From Sega’s R&D Spycam

arcadehero July 17, 2012 4

The Sega “R&D SpyCam” is back with a new image which you see from the featured post image is a schematic of some kind of device for the game. For those interested in previous

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Zap Arcade Opens in Jordan, MN

Zap Arcade Opens in Jordan, MN

arcadehero July 16, 2012 0

Well I think we can safely say that the opening of vintage arcades is officially a trend now as when ti comes to the various location openings we are reporting on these days, this

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Friction by Friction Game Studios Review

Friction by Friction Game Studios Review

Gerard July 14, 2012 0

FRICTION Developer: Friction Game Studios (visit their website) Publisher: Coast-to-Coast Entertainment Release: April 2011 (kit) ; Summer 2011 (dedicated, Asia only) Type: Light-gun shooter Players: 1-2, simultaneous Hardware: PC with a custom I/O board

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Dave & Busters Launches 10 New Games of Summer Promo (plus Dirty Drivin’/H2Overdrive Reviews)

Dave & Busters Launches 10 New Games of Summer Promo (plus Dirty Drivin’/H2Overdrive Reviews)

arcadehero July 13, 2012 22

A common complaint I hear about new arcade game releases is that “the game isn’t anywhere near me.” It’s valid in many situations but in case you live near a Dave & Busters, then

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Japanese Launches For Sega’s Maimai, Square Enix’s Gunslinger Stratos & Namco’s Dark Escape 3D

Japanese Launches For Sega’s Maimai, Square Enix’s Gunslinger Stratos & Namco’s Dark Escape 3D

arcadehero July 11, 2012 6

Starting today there are some products that being launched in Japan that should interest those of us outside of Japan as there is a good possibility on at least two of them officially showing

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A Couple that Enjoys Life and DDR Together

A Couple that Enjoys Life and DDR Together

arcadehero July 10, 2012 3

Doesn't matter how old you are to enjoy games, even better to do it with the love of your life. Click for the video

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X-Men Pinball Tournament To Fire Up Comic-Con

X-Men Pinball Tournament To Fire Up Comic-Con

arcadehero July 10, 2012 1

While Comic-Con isn’t always about comic books these days, there are plenty of products that show up related to them. When you have a brand new pinball machine that’s about one of the more

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Video Tuesday: Grails Book, Knight of the Round Playthrough, CGR Interview

Video Tuesday: Grails Book, Knight of the Round Playthrough, CGR Interview

arcadehero July 10, 2012 1

Why is it Video Tuesday? Because junk science said so!. Click for more.

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Fun Factory Opens New Location at Westfield Oakridge Mall in San Jose, CA

Fun Factory Opens New Location at Westfield Oakridge Mall in San Jose, CA

arcadehero July 9, 2012 4

A new location opens up in San Jose, CA. Click for details!

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Tidbits from Sega’s Private Summer Show – Ringedge 2, Pengo, Initial D7

Tidbits from Sega’s Private Summer Show – Ringedge 2, Pengo, Initial D7

arcadehero July 7, 2012 9

Every year Sega holds an invitation-only event in Japan to show off the games they plan on releasing to the market there in the Fall. As you might expect, the chances of seeing this

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Game Designing The Atari Way + Crazy Arcade Flyers

Game Designing The Atari Way + Crazy Arcade Flyers

arcadehero July 7, 2012 1

This would have been great to share last month but as the saying goes, “better late than never”. While I’ve been on the Starcade site before, I have never seen this series of behind-the-scenes

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What’s Happening in Pinball: X-Men Limited Edition Video, Wizard of Oz Factory Pics & Video

What’s Happening in Pinball: X-Men Limited Edition Video, Wizard of Oz Factory Pics & Video

arcadehero July 5, 2012 0

The 4th of July has passed here so I’m back at looking for content. There is some pinball news today I’m sure pinball wizards will appreciate. Let’s start with X-Men Pinball by Stern. They

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