Continues Arcade recently opened in Alexandria, Virginia. The new arcade bar features more than 60 classic arcade games, plus a lounge area with TVs for gaming systems like the Sega Genesis and Nintendo NES. Founders Allen Brooks and Doug Bauer have reportedly spent the last two years traveling around the country buying dozens of vintage and modern games for the arcade-bar-restaurant. “Our games don’t just run on vibes – you’ll drop an actual token into an actual slot and play an actual game,” the company said on its website. “Don’t worry – we’ve got ATMs, change machines, and…
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The “super-sized” Bowlocity Entertainment Center in Rochester, Minnesota, recently completed its $3 million renovation, which added 6,000 sq. ft. of space for a duckpin bowling setup. The 16-lane center has been open since 1963. The Post Bulletin reports that the four-lane Duckpin Social bowling area is now complete; other upgrades included an expanded laser tag arena, which is now able to accommodate 25 players in the new neon outer space theme. The arcade has grown as well, from 25 games to 75. Their sports bar area has increased in size, too, with a new dining room. See everything that’s…
The VR headset manufacturer PICO has joined the Location-based Entertainment XR Association as a founding member, LEXRA reported. Bob Cooney is executive director of the new LBE group, formerly The VR Collective. He said: “Welcoming PICO as a founding member marks a significant step forward for LEXRA and the broader XR community. We are proud to support their showcase, which exemplifies the power of collaboration and innovation in driving the future of location-based entertainment.” The showcase he mentioned will mark LEXRA’s first event collaboration, an invite-only event called PICO XR LBE Showcase: Free Roam Gaming & Cultural Experiences. It’ll be…
Rift Arcade opened recently in downtown Biddeford, Maine. It’s a 1990s-themed arcade (with some ’80s era games, too) that has more than 50 cabinets, as well as pinball machines, air hockey and Skee-Ball, reports Saco Bay News. The owners are friends Casi Buckman and Marcia Faulise, who bonded over their love for video games. “It’s been nice seeing adults come in and find their favorite childhood arcade game while their kids put down their phones and have fun playing games that pre-date them,” Buckman said. All the games are set to 25- or 50-cent play. Additionally, there’s a 1990s-inspired…
The Florida-based supplier of amusement, billiard and cash handling equipment Twisted Quarter recently detailed that they’re now distributing Entropy ticket dispensers to the industry. “We are pleased that we’re able to grow our product offerings with a solid company like Entropy,” said CEO Andrew Dent. “There has been a long period of time that the Entropy ticket dispensers have not been available in the market.” He also noted that the first batch arrived in July and is in stock and ready to ship. Learn more at www.twistedquarter.com.
Batt Family Fun Center in Jacksonville, Florida, has a new 10-hole wizard-themed blacklight mini-golf course thanks to the attraction makers over at Creative Works. They reportedly packed the course with props and effects like a castle entry arch, magical train wall prop and more. The 45,000-sq.-ft. Center also features 32 lanes of bowling, more than 40 arcade games, laser tag and billiards. “Barbara, her team, and I have been collaborating behind the scenes on this project for quite some time,” said Nick Salfity, creative consultant at Creative Works. “After countless theming discussions and creative reviews, we felt a Wizard/Medieval-inspired course…
National Roller Coaster Day is coming up on Aug. 16, and Six Flags Over Texas – with nearly 65 years of thrilling guests – says their place in Arlington is the place to celebrate. “From the classic Judge Roy Scream wooden coaster to the award winning, massive Titan to North America’s first launch-style water coaster, AQUAMAN: Power Wave, the park continues to evolve while honoring its iconic roots,” the company said. “This year’s Roller Coaster Day offers the perfect moment to spotlight not just the rides, but to celebrate one of the places where America’s love affair with theme parks truly…
The amusement equipment supplier and operator Bar Partners recently announced a strategic partnership with Verizon “to deliver seamless performance through Fixed Wireless Access.” The company says this solves the industry’s “long-standing connectivity issues, ensuring always-on machines and powering Bar Partners’ zero-cost installation and profit-sharing model for venue owners.” “Without reliable connectivity, you never knew if a machine was working or how much money it had in it,” said Darren Delp, co-CEO of Bar Partners. “Venue owners and service providers had to accept downtime and lost revenue as the norm. This lack of visibility meant fewer insights and slower service, costing venues…
Industry veteran Kashif Ahmad is now the vice president of business development for Tennessee-based FACE Amusement Group. He’s recently served as a chief management consultant for Embed and executive director of Cineplex Entertainment, where he helped developed Playdium and The Rec Room. “Kash brings a wealth of industry knowledge and a track record of driving innovation,” said Bucky Mabe, CEO of FACE Amusement Group. “His operational expertise, passion for guest experience and proven ability to lead and innovate at scale make him the perfect fit for FACE as we expand both our entertainment and hospitality platforms. We’re thrilled to have…
The Missouri-based movie chain B&B Theatres is working on a 90,000-sq.-ft. location at the Friendswood City Center in Houston, reports KHOU. The venue, set to open in late 2026, will feature a 14-screen movie theater, bowling alley, arcade and bar and grill. It’s part of a 106-acre $750 million mix-use district that’ll also feature additional retail, offices and a hotel. “This is going to be something special,” said Brock Bagby, president of B&B Theatres. “The Friendswood City Center is an exciting and dynamic project, and we are proud to be part of it.” Learn more at www.bbtheatres.com.