High Scores & Glory: Why the Arcade Leaderboard Still Rules
If you run an arcade or FEC, embrace the George Costanzas of the world. Make high scores a thing. Take photos. Post them on social. Create a Hall of Fame...
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Bowls & Blasters: The GTA's Newest Family Entertainment Destination Opens Soon!
Bowls & Blasters: The GTA's Newest Family Entertainment Destination Opens Soon!
Player One Amusement Group (P1AG) is thrilled to announce our exciting partnership with Bowls & Blasters, a dynamic and immersive Family Entertainment Center (FEC) opening soon in Thornhill, Ontario.
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Are You Running an Arcade or an Attraction Hub? The Line is Blurring—And That’s a Good Thing.
Are You Running an Arcade or an Attraction Hub? The Line is Blurring—And That’s a Good Thing.
The line between traditional arcade games and larger-scale attractions is fuzzier than ever—and that’s not a bad thing. In fact, understanding and embracing this shift is crucial to running a...
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Stern’s New King Kong Pinball: A Legendary Beast Set to Dominate Arcades and Collector Caves
Stern’s New King Kong Pinball: A Legendary Beast Set to Dominate Arcades and Collector Caves
Stern Pinball’s brand-new release, King Kong: Myth of Terror Island, is already generating serious buzz. With deep lore, wild gameplay, and an animatronic gorilla ready to wreck shop, this is...
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How the Minecraft Movie is Powering a New Boom for Arcades
How the Minecraft Movie is Powering a New Boom for Arcades
Every time a major video game movie hits the big screen—whether it’s Sonic, Super Mario Bros., or now Minecraft—arcades see a boost. And not just in the games directly tied...
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Why the Best Arcades Still Win—Even in the Age of Home Gaming
Why the Best Arcades Still Win—Even in the Age of Home Gaming
Arcades and FECs are experiencing a serious comeback as families, teens, and adults look for social, screen-free entertainment. With the right game room mix and atmosphere, these venues are seeing...
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Big News: Player One Amusement Group Is Joining the GENDA Family
Big News: Player One Amusement Group Is Joining the GENDA Family
Player One Amusement Group is proud to announce that we’ve entered into a binding agreement to become part of GENDA, a global leader in the entertainment space committed to delivering...
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National Arcade Day: A Celebration of Joysticks, Nostalgia, and Pure Fun
National Arcade Day: A Celebration of Joysticks, Nostalgia, and Pure Fun
National Arcade Day (April 8th) is an annual celebration dedicated to honoring the golden age of arcade gaming and the community experiences arcades continue to create.
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Candy Forge: A Sweet Addition to Your Arcade Lineup!
Candy Forge: A Sweet Addition to Your Arcade Lineup!
We recently explored the Amusement Expo floor, and amidst all the exciting new games, Candy Forge quickly became one of our favorites.
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P1AG's Top Arcade Superstars: Games That Took Q1 2025 by Storm
P1AG's Top Arcade Superstars: Games That Took Q1 2025 by Storm
Who knew slushies, coin towers, and fighter jets would be the holy trinity of arcade success? Oh wait—we did!
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Why Dance & Rhythm Games are Must-Haves for Arcades & FECs in 2025
Why Dance & Rhythm Games are Must-Haves for Arcades & FECs in 2025
Dance and music arcade machines are more than just games—they're experiences that build community, encourage friendly competition, and most importantly, keep your visitors coming back.
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Competitive Socialization: How Family Entertainment Centers and Arcades are Attracting Crowds with Engaging ExperiencesCompetitive Socialization: How Family Entertainment Centers and Arcades are Attracting Crowds with Engaging Experiences
According to a recent article in iNTERGAME magazine, venues worldwide report significant increases in foot traffic by incorporating competitive socialization.
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Cyberpunk 2077: Turf Wars – The Ultimate Arcade Experience
Cyberpunk 2077: Turf Wars – The Ultimate Arcade Experience
Step into the neon-lit excitement of Night City with Cyberpunk 2077: Turf Wars, the groundbreaking redemption game launching in August 2025.
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