Arcade Heroes - The Saviors of Coin-op

https://arcadeheroes.com/2022/10/27/exa-arcadia-launching-a-new-cabinet-games-at-iaapa-2022/ - I've got an exclusive preview to show off what exA-Arcadia is bringing to IAAPA 2022, which includes their new American-made cabinet the ARC-01 and new game releases like Donut Dodo Do! Help Arcade Heroes out by purchasing a product with one of our designs on it: https://www.teepublic.com/user/arcadeheroes Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/i/E0L6LGME Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23

https://arcadeheroes.com/2022/10/24/sega-amusements-announces-new-arcade-racer-drone-racing-genesis/ - Let's talk about Sega's next racing game, Drone Racing Genesis (and talk a little bit about the arcade racing scene that's evolving with what is coming to IAAPA 2022). #arcade #sega #drones Help Arcade Heroes out by purchasing a product with one of our designs on it: https://www.teepublic.com/user/arcadeheroes Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/i/E0L6LGME Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23

https://arcadeheroes.com - Titled Dead Heat Unleashed, this will put Bandai Namco back in the game among more casual arcade racers. Link to DHU trademark filing: https://www.trademarkelite.com/europe/trademark/trademark-detail/018673890/DEAD-HEAT-UNLEASHED Instagram source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CjyTm-yJZSY/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY%3D Maximum Heat 3D: https://arcadeheroes.com/2010/12/05/more-details-on-namcos-maximum-heat/ Arcade Heroes gear: https://www.teepublic.com/user/arcadeheroes Find and interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded or Discord

https://arcadeheroes.com/ - It is time to take a look at the various new arcade businesses which have opened their doors over the past month, with this edition showing most opening in the US, with some additional growth in Europe and elsewhere

https://arcadeheroes.com/ - It is time to take a look at the various new arcade businesses which have opened their doors over the past month, with this edition showing most opening in the US, with some additional growth in Europe and elsewhere

https://arcadeheroes.com - Checking out the newly announced Mandalorian Topper accessory and talking about pinball mods. Do they really help games earn any better? Arcade Heroes T-Shirts/Stickers/Mugs: https://www.teepublic.com/user/arcadeheroes Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded or Discord!

https://arcadeheroes.com - A new Pokémon arcade game has launched in Japan, tailored to kids as they throw balls at the 43" screen. This version is a deluxe version of an existing title so the gameplay is the same, just in a different cab. Produced by Bandai Namco Amusements, could this one come to North America? Time will tell. Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/i/E0L6LGME Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23

https://arcadeheroes.com/ - Since 1981, Nintendo's Mario character has been a force to be reckoned with in the gaming world. After Chris Pratt mentioned that he was introduced to the character by playing an Super Mario arcade game. While it isn't clear exactly which one it was, the fact is that almost 20 games starring Mario have been in arcades over the years, so let's go through them from Donkey Kong to Mario & Sonic at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Arcade Edition

https://arcadeheroes.com/ - Raw Thrills has launched a new page on their website that details their new Fast & Furious Arcade game so let's take a look and chat about it!

https://arcadeheroes.com - I'm no where near the greatest fighter player out there but I think I did all right on my first play of SSVP Arcade as Charlotte. I also have never played any Samurai Shodown game before the other day but as a layman, I do like it. For those interested in seeing one of the Overkill/Gory Deaths that were restored to this version, skip to 6:16 Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/i/E0L6LGME Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23

https://arcadeheroes.com - Comparing the same game on two platforms: Samurai Shodown V Perfect on the Nintendo Switch (via Samurai Shodown Collection) and the exA-Arcadia coin-op arcade platform. The latter was released September 29th, 2022. There are some other changes to the AC version than what is apparent here, including much lower input lag & Overkill fatalities restored; Some changes you'll notice in this video include a deeper color palette, additional voice work (you'll hear that when it says "Samurai Shodown V Perfect - that VO is NOT in the Switch version), new font, full English translation, preset button layout selection, and new balancing. The AC version is available WORLDWIDE, not just Japan. Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/i/E0L6LGME Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23

https://arcadeheroes.com - Today I received a new arcade game, so lets unbox & install it - Samurai Shodown V Perfect Arcade by SNK & exA-Arcadia. This game was originally made for the Neo Geo MVS and went out on test before getting canned and lost - until a few years ago, Digital Eclipse discovered it and included it as a part of the Samurai Shodown Collection for consoles. It also existed as a bootleg. #arcade #SNK #samuraishodown #videogames #arcadegames #samsho This version is different in that some changes have been made to it, including: -English text, an improved translation, and new font -Overkill fatalities have been fully restored -Some balancing changes based upon pro SamSho player feedback -New artwork created by SSIII artist Shiroh Ohno -Pre-set button layout selection This game is available WORLDWIDE for anyone who has an exA-Arcadia system, it's not just restricted to Japan. Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/i/E0L6LGME Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23

https://arcadeheroes.com/2022/09/24/location-watch-september-2022-new-arcades-for-the-usa-uk-india-and-australia/ - ITts time to take a look at the various new arcade businesses which have opened their doors over the past few months, with this edition showing most opening in the US, with some additional growth in India and Australia

https://arcadeheroes.com - Every year in September, the AAMA (American Amusement Machine Association, an org which represents arcade manufacturers) holds a gala event in Chicago where they gather to discuss industry needs and trends, then they show off some new products. Most of the pics I was sent by a "spy" are ticket redemption games. Most of the games seen here were at Amusement Expo 2022 and will also be at IAAPA 2022 in November. Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/i/E0L6LGME Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23

https://arcadeheroes.com - Very brief look at the new Sniper Strike II, which is being sold in the US via Amusement Source International. Find footage of the first Sniper Strike at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bozysCNSmoM Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/i/E0L6LGME Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23

https://arcadeheroes.com/2022/09/22/james-bond-007-pinball-revealed/ - Stern Pinball has announced their latest creation, James Bond 007. Principally designed by George Gomez, this game will take players into the world of Bond, as shown on the silver screen throughout the 1960s when Sean Connery portrayed the character. Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/i/E0L6LGME Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23

https://arcadeheroes.com - There used to be a time where every single arcade you went to - or even place that wasn't an arcade, like a 7-11 - had one or more 1v1 fighting games around. That is no longer the case. What changed? Will new stuff like Tekken 8 and Street Fighter VI come to modern arcades? Is there any hope for the arcade fighting scene in the future?

https://arcadeheroes.com - Here's a quick look at a few new products that Sega Amusements showed off in London, UK last week, as a part of the IAAPA Europe Expo 2022 event. Videos were not taken by me but by Sega themselves and shared on LinkedIn; I extracted them so you could see: -SMARTS Darts, Augmented Reality Darts -VR Agent, VR arcade gaming -Solar System S, another marble pusher -Mission: Impossible Arcade DX, a proper video arcade game

https://arcadeheroes.com - The backlight in one of my Cruis'n Blast machines went out recently and in contacting the distributor I bought the game from, they determined it was "unfixable." Fortunately, I sought a second opinion, where arcade operator TJ Beyer had recently repaired onw of his dead monitors, pointing me to this link to buy replacement lights and suction cups to be able to remove the LCD: https://www.shopjimmy.com/tb4307d-led-backlight-strips-10-mt43w-267c3-wei-ya-makvision/ The monitor in question is a Wei-Ya Makvision 43", which originally came with the game. I've never done this before so it was quite an experience - it took about 6 hours but I condensed this into 30 min. Timecodes: 0:10 - Intro to the problem 3:40 - Removing bolts to pull the monitor out 4:16 - Removing the monitor 4:56 - Monitor on the air hockey table; Removing L brackets 5:28 - Flipping over & removing the glass 5:41 - Removing the foam around the edges 6:11 - Removing panels from the back 6:56 - Trying to keep all the screws from going missing 8:06 - Showing some internal connectors that have to be disconnected 9:25 - Removing the monitors power supply 9:47 - Removing screws to pull off the main back panel 10:38 - Mentioning some small clips which need to be pushed in; Removing internal brackets 11:09 - Removing the screws which hold the topside of the LCD panel in place 12:32 - First attempt on LCD panel removal, but noticed circuit boards that needed to be removed first 13:49 - LCD panel removed, now to remove plastic edge bracket & diffusion layers 14:56 - Removing the internal white reflection panel 15:37 - Disconnecting the LED strips 16:54 - Removing the bad LED strips 17:26 - Unpacking the new LED strips 18:00 - Installing new strips w/ double sided tape 18:26 - Now to put it all back together... 19:54 - Putting the LCD panel back into place 21:36 - Reattaching brackets, panels 25:15 - Reapplying the foam 26:21 - Putting the monitor back onto the glass, aligning 27:24 - Reinstalling main L brackets 28:00 - DOES IT WORK OR DID I BREAK IT?? Except for one song, all music in the video is from Cruis'n World. Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/i/E0L6LGME Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23

[Manufacturer produced video] ATV Slam is now available in a standard non-motion cabinet. The new design features a smaller footprint but can still link up to 4 players for a true off-road racing experience and maintains the same thrilling gameplay as the Deluxe cabinet. Using the thumb throttle players must race to the chequered flag while avoiding obstacles, perform stunts and use the boost to get a podium finish. 10 exotic environments, razor-sharp console-quality graphics, 2.1 channel soundtrack and a challenging AI system gets the player’s adrenaline pumping. The bike upgrade system, various vehicles, and characters to choose from encourages repeat play. The ATV quadbike seat can accommodate a parent and child. Stylish liveries and awesome lighting effects from top to bottom demands players attention at any arcade. Find out more here: https://segaarcade.com/game/atv-slam-std

[Manufacturer produced video] The best-selling video game franchise of all time has come to the arcade. After launching a successful partnership with the smash hit Halo: Fireteam Raven, Raw Thrills and Play Mechanix have released their latest venture with Microsoft and Mojang Studios – Minecraft Dungeons Arcade! Minecraft Dungeons Arcade is an epic, action-packed adaptation of the popular console and computer game Minecraft Dungeons, a multiplayer “dungeon crawler” set within the Minecraft universe. In Minecraft Dungeons Arcade, up to four players use a diverse arsenal of melee and range weapons to battle through hordes of dangerous enemies and monstrous bosses across nine unique levels! With every play, the stunning cabinet vends one of 60 collectible cards that fit into one of five categories – Melee, Range, Armor, Pet or Skin – and can be used to customize the player’s adventure. With over 100 minutes of thrilling, fast-paced gameplay and 60 exclusive cards to collect, Minecraft Dungeons Arcade is the blockbuster, family-friendly title that will keep players of all ages coming back to your location time and time again!

[Manufacturer produced video] CHAPTER 3: VOLCANO BATTLE - PLAY AT A LOCATION NEAR YOU! The exciting third chapter in King Kong of Skull Island™ is here and it’s the biggest and most dramatic yet! This update is completely FREE to all game owners! Head underground through the temples of Skull Island, encounter rampaging herds of Brachiosaurs, ride on the back of a soaring Pterodactyl, and witness the final volcanic battle between Kong and the two-headed Gaw!

Watch a real arcade business owner play a game where you own and operate a real arcade business - Arcadecraft (2015, PC). I will look into getting the newer Arcade Paradise and doing the same here soon

Quick mentions of the various stories mentioned on the blog for the month of August. Links for more details: https://arcadeheroes.com/2022/08/09/arcade-update-nidhogg-ii-asphalt-9-legends-arcade-vr-on-test/ https://arcadeheroes.com/2022/08/14/newsbytes-ice-does-dodgeball-igs-does-snowmobiles-arcadro-coin-pusher-minecraft-dungeons-ac-v2-more/ https://arcadeheroes.com/2022/08/17/4-player-arcade-shoot-em-up-p-47-aces-mk-ii-now-up-for-pre-order/ https://arcadeheroes.com/2022/08/24/the-big-buck-hunter-championship-xv-taking-place-on-oct-14th-15th-in-chicago/ https://arcadeheroes.com/2022/08/27/newsbytes-p-47-aces-test-new-redemption-games-on-test-farcryvr-more/ https://arcadeheroes.com/2022/08/31/arcade-releases-arcade-collection-incredible-technologies-football-frenzy-vr-vrstudios/ Arcade T-Shirts/Stickers/Mugs/etc - http://tee.pub/lic/RT34W880feY Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/Arcade-Heroes/groups/7dLOg1oD/channels/5d32aacd-d7a6-41fc-a02e-261c718c36ba/chat Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23

https://arcadeheroes.com/2022/08/31/arcade-releases-arcade-collection-incredible-technologies-football-frenzy-vr-vrstudios/ - We've got two new arcade games to discuss on this final day of August: 3:03 - Arcade Collection by Incredible Technologies 7:03 - Football Frenzy VR by VRStudios I also discuss some about sports arcade games; If you click on the blog post, you'll also read a little more about Bobblehead Baseball, which has begun shipping too. Interact with the Arcade Heroes community on Guilded: https://www.guilded.gg/i/E0L6LGME Or interact on Discord: https://discord.gg/jnKJTN23