Inside RePlay - May 2013

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Cover: Versatile TouchTunes Celebrates 15th Anniversary; Spring Product Catalog

• Redemption Report -- A number of states around the nation have adopted changes to their laws as they relate to operating games for prizes. We’ve got details of these changes from states like Georgia and Florida as well as others that are considering amendments to their existing laws. Check out our omnibus report.

• Remembrances of Things Past -- Pittsburgh jukebox operator Dale Lazar has launched a new charitable effort to install CD jukeboxes in nursing homes around the country, especially those that cater to dementia patients. The goal: to stimulate their memories with nostalgic tunes.

• Building a Foundation ­­ Foundations Entertainment University continues to carry the word forth about how to run a popular -- and profitable -- FEC. Their most recent stop, the Amusement Expo in Las Vegas where they attracted an impressive crowd eager to learn more about FEC success.

• Show Reviews -- Operators gave the March Amusement Expo good reviews in this month’s Interface, noting interesting product developments and the value of networking with fellow operators from around the country.
  

• A Model for Fun -- The Wilsonville Family Fun Center south of Portland gets an A+ in operations by focusing on the nuts and bolts of the business, including new games, accessible redemption, good food and plenty of attractions.

• Celebrating 15 Years -- TouchTunes Interactive Networks marked its 15th anniversary this spring by throwing a swanky bash in Las Vegas, where the firm announced its next big effort, live concert streaming to jukebox venues.

• Rock ‘n’ Roll Flip Out -- Stern Pinball released the new Metallica pinball game. The game features one of the world’s foremost rock bands, and Metallica’s notoriously fast tempos and aggressive musicianship set the tone for the player experience.

• On High Alert ­- GameAlert is now offering web-based tracking of an amusement facility’s token-based games, providing real-time information and sophisticated monitoring, alarms and reporting. Amusement facility owners can watch their locations live from anywhere.,

• Games Galore -- Check out this month’s catalog of spring product, gleaned from new releases at March’s Amusement Expo in Las Vegas. There’s plenty to choose from to refresh a route or game room pg. 53

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Calendar of Events

Cover Story

Editorial: Comments from our Editor Steve White.

Frank Talk by Frank Seninsky of Alpha Omega Amusements, New Jersey

Hail to the Chief: Our monthly chat with AMOA president John Pascaretti.

Jersey Jack: Industry veteran Jack Guarnieri of Jersey Jack Pinball, Inc., PinballSales.com and ShuffleAlley.com shares philosophies and ideas for today's industry.

Party Professor: Beth Standlee of TrainerTainment teaches how to make parties stand out with your customers and your bottom line.

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