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Open Discussion: Bad Arcade Games

Open Discussion: Bad Arcade Games

Adam August 24, 2012 32

I was sent the following message from a long-time site contributor, Phil Arrington. Phil provided video from an auction in California back in 2010 and also setup some live coverage from trade shows in

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Combo News: WMMT4, Doodle Jump, Taiko No Yakuza + More

Combo News: WMMT4, Doodle Jump, Taiko No Yakuza + More

Adam August 24, 2012 5

Here's a bundle of news to digest this fine Friday morning.

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Now Open In Monona, WI – Rossi’s Vintage Arcade & Pizzeria

Now Open In Monona, WI – Rossi’s Vintage Arcade & Pizzeria

Adam August 23, 2012 1

A new arcade eatertainment business is now open in Monona, WI. Details inside!

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London’s New Arcade – ‘Star Attraction- Family Fun Center’

London’s New Arcade – ‘Star Attraction- Family Fun Center’

Adam August 22, 2012 1

Since the unexpected closure of the Funland at the Trocadero, that left a hole in the heart of many fans who spent time being entertained by their excellent selection of games there. Kevin Williams

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The Wizard of Oz Pinball Shows Its Many Colors

The Wizard of Oz Pinball Shows Its Many Colors

Adam August 18, 2012 2

A new video from Jersey Jack Pinball shows us the multi-color LEDs and how they are being used to enhance the overall look of their upcoming innovative pinball game based upon the Wizard of

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As the cabinets burn (in China)

As the cabinets burn (in China)

Adam August 17, 2012 3

Newsfeed 1245 via China is no stranger to rip-offs and bootlegs but as their arcade sector has taken off, apparently there are some machines that the government says is a no-no, whatever it is

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Arcade Cake Deliciousness

Arcade Cake Deliciousness

Adam August 17, 2012 0

It has been quite a while since we had an arcade related cake to share – last time I recall was back in 2008 with the Sinistar cake. Today’s cake comes from KLOV Forum

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Galaxy FEC Opening This Fall In Millbury, MA

Galaxy FEC Opening This Fall In Millbury, MA

Adam August 16, 2012 2

A new FEC location with plenty of entertainment options including an arcade is coming soon to Millbury, MA USA. Check inside for more details!

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New Mortal Kombat Now Testing As An Arcade Game In Japan (UPDATED)

New Mortal Kombat Now Testing As An Arcade Game In Japan (UPDATED)

Adam August 15, 2012 18

UPDATE: The consensus is that this game is just using a timer board as found on some arcade equipment importation websites. It seems the most logical conclusion for now, Small Room Aries has added

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Funny Table By IGS On Location Test In Tokyo

Funny Table By IGS On Location Test In Tokyo

Adam August 14, 2012 0

We have covered Taiwanese company IGS many times, they develop arcade games of varied styles and types that sometimes do end up out West. Last year at IAAPA they had some 3D games like

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Scene 75 Now Open In Dayton, OH

Scene 75 Now Open In Dayton, OH

Adam August 12, 2012 0

It’s been a little while since we reported on a new venue opening in Ohio (example 1 and example 2 from 2009) and today’s news is about a location that is a full-blown FEC

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Seen at the AAMA Gala 2012: GlobalVR’s The Swarm

Seen at the AAMA Gala 2012: GlobalVR’s The Swarm

Adam August 10, 2012 0

GlobalVR has a new light-gun game headed to the arcade market for 2012 called The Swarm. First details are inside!

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