Incredible Technologies recently announced that the Golden Tee 2026 software update will be available to operators nationwide beginning Monday, Sept. 29. The update will give locations and players instant access to all new courses and exclusive features on launch day. The company also noted that shipments of Golden Tee LIVE 2026 will ship from their Vernon Hills, Illinois, warehouse that same day. “The 2026 update marks the 20th and final update for the Golden Tee LIVE platform, which first debuted in 2005 and has fueled the competitive trackball golf with real-time competition for two decades,” they stated. With the game,…
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Star Wars: Fall of the Empire, the newest Stern Pinball machine, was recently unveiled by the company. “Star Wars is one of the most iconic franchises in entertainment history and bringing it to life with a fresh take in our new pinball machine is a dream come true for our team who grew up as fans,” said Seth Davis, president and CEO of Stern Pinball. “At Stern Pinball, we always want to deliver an immersive, high-energy experience for our players, and there’s no better way to do that than with Star Wars.” The Star Wars: Fall of the Empire pinball games launch on Stern’s…
IAAPA Expo Europe is ready for throngs of attendees next week. The show will be held at Fira Barcelona Gran Via from Sept. 23-25 and TouchMagix will be among the exhibiting companies. They’ll be in booth #2-1667. You can click here to schedule a meeting with the company. TouchMagix will have on offer their latest “high-earning, high-engagement arcade games,” such as Minions Bullseye Mania, Pop It! and Pudgy Penguins Polar Challenge. Visit www.touchmagix.com to learn more if you can’t make it to Spain.
Sacoa Cashless System will also be among the companies exhibiting at the upcoming IAAPA Expo Europe. They will be in booth #2-1658. This year, Sacoa will showcase their K5 Kiosk, their latest self-service kiosk that offers “high speed, top security and an intuitive interface.” They’ll also have their Redemption Kiosk – an automated prize redemption unit that “reduces labor costs while delivering a smooth, exciting guest experience.” Finally, you can learn about their Time Tracker solution for managing time-based attractions like laser tag and trampoline parks. Learn more by emailing sales@sacoa.com.
Digital Centre has a lot of new products available this year and many will be featured at IAAPA Expo Europe (the photo booth maker’s European office is in Barcelona, so this year’s show is a quick trip for them). They’ll be in booth #2-1488. Photo Stickers is a new booth of theirs that offers 16 photo stickers to users (two sets of eight, for sharing). The booth also has seasonal animated frames and uses augmented reality technology. Their LED VideoWall photo booth has new models that’ll debut at the trade show. They will also feature customizable outdoor photo booths. Email…
Australia-based Zero Latency VR has successfully upgraded their Mumbai venue to the cutting-edge Gen 3 platform, which “eliminates the need for backpacks and wires, delivering a truly untethered, immersive VR experience powered by ultra-fast Wi-Fi 6E technology.” The move is part of Zero Latency’s broader expansion strategy in India, which they say is timed to coincide with the country’s recent decision to open the 6 GHz spectrum for Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7. “India’s decision to unlock the 6 GHz spectrum has given us the perfect foundation to bring the most advanced VR platform in the world to Indian audiences,”…
FACE Amusement Group joined forces with The Guy Fieri Foundation and National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) for the 30th Annual NYC Buddy Walk at Times Square to donate a teddy bear to each participant. One of the country’s largest Down syndrome advocacy events, more than 2,500 people joined the Buddy Walk, held in advance of National Teddy Bear Day (Sept. 9). “We’re honored to stand alongside NDSS in their mission to empower individuals with Down syndrome and their families,” said Bucky Mabe, CEO of FACE Amusement Group. “Through our Bear Hugs program and our ongoing partnership with NDSS and The…
Scott Fitzgerald, a Republican congressman from Wisconsin and a prime sponsor of federal legislation on cash and ATMs, will be the keynote speaker for NAC2025. The event is the National ATM Council’s flagship annual event, held this year at Caesars Palace Las Vegas from Sept. 30-Oct. 2. Fitzgerald will share insights on the Safe Access to Cash Act, the Payment Choice Act and the Fair Access to Banking Act – and the outlook for these bills in Congress and how you can help get them passed. The congressman serves as a majority member of the House Judiciary and Financial Services…
Billings, Montana’s Big Horn Resort recently expanded their entertainment offerings with a new arcade room designed and installed by Betson Enterprises. The resort already featured a hotel and the state’s largest indoor waterpark, as well as dining and a casino. Thanks to Betson, there’s now a 3,223-sq.-ft. arcade filled with 43 games, giving families another fun option. “We’re always looking for new ways to make family getaways unforgettable,” said Charles Jones, the regional maintenance director at Big Horn Resort. “Adding an arcade was the perfect next step – bringing guests of all ages together for fun, laughter, and a little…
Last month, the IAAPA Foundation announced their largest-ever commitment to supporting future leaders in the attractions industry by awarding roughly $122,500 to 105 recipients for the 2025-26 year. Since its inception, the IAAPA Foundation has awarded more than $300,000 in scholarships to more than 195 students across North America and Europe. Moving forward, the foundation is developing new initiatives to expand support into the Latin America/Caribbean and Asia-Pacific regions as well. The money includes academic scholarships for those pursuing attractions and hospitality-related degrees, experiential scholarships that allow students to experience IAAPA Expo, and professional development scholarships that support attendance at industry safety and…