Bay Tek Entertainment will have a wide array of new machines and products in booth #1015 at IAAPA. They include Nailed It!, Dippin’ Dots Drop, Perfect Pump, the Rotten Dead experience for Hyperdeck, Prize HubCloud redemption management and their version of SpongeBob SquarePants Dynamic Duo VR. “Six new products for IAAPA is a milestone that underscores our team’s drive to innovate and deliver value to operators,” said Holly Hampton, vice president of amusement products and services for the company. “Each one represents our commitment to fun, quality and long-term partnership with our customers.” A quick rundown of the games and…
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Andamiro USA will launch their new 2-player shooting simulator Marksman at the upcoming IAAPA Expo. They’ll be in booth #1800 with that game and more. Marksman offers players 11 distinct shooting challenges across three action-packed categories – factory and hostage missions, zombie battles and classic gallery games. The cabinet uses a tactile, force-feedback gun system and display that aims to immerse players into the action. “We put Marksman through extensive gun performance testing to ensure it holds up in the field, and I think operators are going to love what it brings to the table,” said Nick Montano, Andamiro USA’s…
In addition to bringing two other brand-new games, TouchMagix is set to debut Pickleball Toss at their Orlando show booth #1045. The company describes this all-ages title, which cashes in on the pickleball craze, as “a classic carnival-inspired toss game reimagined in a modern arcade format” that’s both fun-filled and high-energy. Pickleball Toss will be joined at the booth by two other new TouchMagix games: Treasure Chest and Boxed Up. Treasure Chest is a 2-player redemption game in which players must drop the ball through moving hoops to unlock Mega and Ruby bonuses for “epic rewards.” Boxed Up is a…
AVS Companies will be in IAAPA Expo booth #1918 with a full slate of new products from various manufacturers, including Dark Escape Games and their brand-new concepts Clown Around and Pyramid Scheme. Clown Around was an IAAPA Brass Ring Finalist in the best new product – games and devices category. Also in the booth will be Perfect Pour: Pabst Blue Ribbon Edition (DSM Arcade), a yet-to-be-announced title from Incredible Technologies, Dr. Pepper Soda Slam! and Butts on Things Crane (Alan-1), the Legends Pinball 4KP TMNT Premium Deluxe (AtGames) and the Arachnid 360 G3 dart board. “We are very excited to…
Stop by IAAPA booth #911 to see your “industry emergency contact” – the AAMA organization. You can catch up with AAMA leadership, get the latest updates and grab your 2026 “Save the Dates.” “We can’t wait to see our members and friends in person and hear what’s new on your end of the industry floor,” the association said. “It’s exciting to be a part of a network that represents the entire ecosystem of the entertainment industry,” added association President Beth Standlee. “The board has worked diligently to help execute the strategic plan that was set for the year and the results…
A&A Global recently announced its exclusive U.S. distribution partnership with Sweet N’ Fun, the world’s largest manufacturer of gumball banks. They’re kicking things off with the launch of Dubble Bubble-branded gumball banks, now available across the country. The company says the collaboration “further expands A&A Global’s robust lineup of licensed and exclusive candy offerings under the Koko’s brand and reinforces both companies’ commitment to delivering fun, functional and high-quality products that drive engagement and revenue for FECs and retailers nationwide.” Explore more at www.aaglobal.com and www.sweetnfun.com.
ParTee Shack, the North Carolina mini-golf entertainment brand, has a new concept called Battle & Birdie that is having a soft opening tonight, Nov. 7, from 6-9 p.m. at 7407 Six Forks Rd. in Raleigh. The grand opening will be Nov. 11. The 19,590-sq.-ft. location has two tactical laser tag arenas (themed around the Men in Black universe), two neon-lit mini-golf courses, and a full bar and lounge. “We’ve always taken pride in doing things differently,” said CEO and co-founder John Berger. “We build all of the courses ourselves and that’s what gave ParTee Shack its magic. Battle & Birdie…
Amanda Henrickson, with her 15 years of industry experience, recently joined Bay Tek Entertainment as its director of sales. She most recently served as director of strategic sales and marketing at QComp Technologies. In her new role, Henrickson will oversee the entire Bay Tek sales organization, including distributor and national account management, Hyperdeck virtual reality direct sales and the customer support team. “Amanda brings the perfect blend of strategic thinking, leadership and genuine enthusiasm for people,” said Holly Hampton, the company’s vice president of amusement products and services. “She understands that at Bay Tek, success is built on relationships, and…
Toy Chest XL Winner’s Club Edition and Ker Plop are among the latest games from Smart Industries that’ll be in the company’s booth #824 at the upcoming IAAPA Expo in Orlando. The new model of Toy Chest is a “fresh take on our proven, high-earning crane platform,” they said. “Featuring a bold, modern design and enhanced lighting and graphics, this edition is engineered to stand out in both family-friendly locations and nightlife environments, delivering strong player appeal and operator performance.” Operators will also get a first look at Ker Plop at the show. Learn more about their machines at www.smartind.com.
Shaffer Distributing recently sent out their IAAPA checklist. Not only are games they represent in their booths #2004 and #2006 but all over the trade show floor. Among the newest games are Jackpot Racer from Raw Thrills, GI Joe from JET Games, Dippin’ Dots Drop from Bay Tek, Ubisoft All-Star VR from LAI Games, Franken Slam from UNIS and Ghostbusters from Team Play. Click on the “IAAPA checklist” link above to see their full list. Learn more by contacting [email protected].