5 Most Popular Arcade Games Machine in Arcade City

What is the most important factor that attracts players to arcade game machines?

The most important factor that attracts players to arcade game machines encompasses a range of elements, starting with the diversity of gameplay and the immersive experience they provide. High-quality displays ensure that extended gaming sessions remain comfortable for the eyes, enhancing the overall enjoyment. Precision joysticks and tactile buttons further elevate the gaming experience, making every move intuitive and satisfying.

Equally important are the flexible and richly scripted games that offer endless experiences, coupled with a value-driven token system that provides good bang for the buck. Rich reward systems that include both the thrill of play and tangible prizes entice players, while advanced ranking systems foster a sense of achievement and healthy competition. Lastly, the stability and quality of the arcade machines, often dependent on whether they are sourced from professional manufacturers, ensure reliable performance, which is essential for maintaining a positive player experience. Together, these factors create a compelling draw for players, making arcade game machines a go-to destination for entertainment.

How the popular arcade game machines differ from others?

5 of the most popular arcade game machines on the arcade city

Two-player racing arcade machine

Different from single-player racing arcade game machines, the advantage of two-player racing arcade game machines is that they support online PK. As we all know, racing game players want to compete with each other the most, and players who go to the arcade are unlikely to be alone. Experiencing the two-player racing arcade game machine with friends will become a must-have item.

Single player basketball arcade machine

The single-player basketball arcade machine is a game that tests the player’s reaction and aiming abilities, and is also the most common recreational item in the arcade.

The most popular source comes from the fact that this single-player basketball arcade machine has set up a level-breaking mode and a challenge mode. The level-breaking mode is to shoot a certain number of basketballs in a limited time in each round, and the challenge mode is to compare with other players in the leaderboard, and the number of basketballs shot in a limited time continues to surpass other players to get a higher ranking. Both game modes can bring players a strong challenge and rich game experience.

The most important thing is that this basketball arcade game machine has an advantage over other games. Players will get a capsule prize and double rewards by passing the level-breaking mode. This is why this single-player basketball arcade game machine is the most popular.

For the organizers of the arcade, the price of purchasing this machine is not expensive. It only costs $800 to buy it from MAKER ARCADE (commercial arcade manufacturer).

Clip machine

The clip machine is a very interesting amusement equipment. Generally speaking, it is most popular among children aged 8-12 years old because it is easy to play. After the game tokens are put in, the gift turntable starts to rotate. The player selects the gift and observes the clamping angle of the clip and presses the button to get the gift. This amusement equipment is novel to play and tests the player’s observation and reaction ability.

For the organizers of the arcade city, this type of clip machine is purchased to make a profit. The probability of winning gifts in different areas of the gift turntable in the clip machine can be adjusted. For example, only one win is achieved every 5 times. How is this achieved? Let me explain it to you. Because in the rounds where you don’t win, when the player presses the button, the turntable will be delayed and stop at a place where the gift cannot be clamped. In the rounds where you win, the turntable will not be delayed and you can win (unless the player misses the position of the gift). This is the principle of the clip machine to make a profit by adjusting the winning probability.

As far as I know, this machine is very popular in Chinese arcades, and its sales are very good. Therefore, there are many Chinese manufacturers that produce this type of clamp machine in China. Their quality control has been proven maturely, and their after-sales service system is very complete. The vulnerable parts of each machine can easily get free warranty. Moreover, the price of this model of clamp machine is very affordable, only 400~600 US dollars, and if you purchase more, your price can be further discounted.

Ninja cut arcade game machine

The ninja cut arcade game machine is an arcade device that tests your eyesight and reaction ability, and is famous for its novel gameplay. Players put in game tokens, press the button to extend the scissors at a constant speed, predict the position of the scissors to aim at the rope, and press the button again to pause. The scissors automatically merge and cut the rope to get the prize. Another reason why this model of arcade equipment is popular among players is that it is not only full of difficult challenges, but also has great temptation to attract players, because its gift is an oversized plush doll, and the maximum size of the plush doll is 1.2*1.5 meters. Don’t players want to take the big plush doll home and take action?

Of course, it is not because you can get the gift 100% of the time just by aiming at the cutting position in all game rounds, because for the organizer of the arcade, this is a business that needs to make a profit so that the arcade can continue to operate. The organizer of the arcade can adjust the winning probability of the equipment to ensure that the plush doll can make a profit when it is obtained by the player. Let’s do some calculations. The purchase cost of a large plush doll is 10 US dollars (factory purchase price in China). Players need to pay 1 US dollar to start each game round. Therefore, the organizer of the arcade needs to set a winning period of more than 10 rounds (player consumption is more than 10 US dollars). This is the secret of the profitability of the ninja cut arcade game machines in the arcade.

Gashapon machine

Gashapon machines, also known as capsule toy dispensers, have their roots deeply embedded in Japanese culture, originating in the early 20th century. Initially, these vending machines dispensed small toys and trinkets wrapped in gum, hence the term “gashapon,” derived from the onomatopoeic sound of inserting coins and turning the lever (“gasha”) followed by the popping sound (“pon”). Over time, gashapon machines evolved to offer a wide array of collectibles, from miniature figurines of popular anime characters to various novelty items.

These machines are commonly found in high-traffic areas such as shopping malls, supermarkets, arcades, and train stations across Japan and increasingly in other parts of the world. They attract users with their promise of surprise and instant gratification, offering a unique item with each turn of the crank. The allure of collecting entire sets of figures, often tied to beloved franchises or seasonal themes, fuels their popularity among both children and adults, making gashapon machines a beloved part of many cultures globally.

When the organizer of a gashapon machine store purchases gashapon machines, they usually purchase them from B2B platforms such as Alibaba or Made-in-China.com, exhibitions (GTI Amuse Expo) and other channels. In order to avoid middlemen making a profit, they usually go directly to the source factory for customization and mass production, which is because of its low price and stable quality. As for the price of gashapon machines, different quality has different prices, and the approximate price range is between 500 and 700 US dollars.

Conclusion

Arcade machines are currently popular in various commercial places, and most of the consumers are young people. The diverse gameplay and prizes bring young people unlimited joy and immersive experience. Only by grasping the consumption psychology and shopping needs of young people can popular machines appear.