morbidboy
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There was a post about getting a liquor license but it went away? anyways, thats my response.
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There was a post about getting a liquor license but it went away? anyways, thats my response.
morbidboy
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My big question for you guys is this:
Should we double up on Donkey Kong?
Even though we only have a couple of machines running at our current store. Donkey Kong seems to be the crowd favorite. We had an incident that one of my hardcore gamer friend was trying to beat his high score and a little boy really wanted to play. Not understanding that a proffessional game of Donkey Kong can easily last 15-20 minutes, the kid (and father) left out store unhappy. Even my buddy felt bad but he was having a good game and couldn't just walk away.
Because of this we were thinking about getting 2 dk machines in our arcade. Not only to give others a chance to paly but we do want to have Kong-off's in the near future.
anyone have any horror stories about this situation? Is there any other games I should considering Doubling up on?
Should we double up on Donkey Kong?
Even though we only have a couple of machines running at our current store. Donkey Kong seems to be the crowd favorite. We had an incident that one of my hardcore gamer friend was trying to beat his high score and a little boy really wanted to play. Not understanding that a proffessional game of Donkey Kong can easily last 15-20 minutes, the kid (and father) left out store unhappy. Even my buddy felt bad but he was having a good game and couldn't just walk away.
Because of this we were thinking about getting 2 dk machines in our arcade. Not only to give others a chance to paly but we do want to have Kong-off's in the near future.
anyone have any horror stories about this situation? Is there any other games I should considering Doubling up on?
Crazy Climber
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Being a resident of Minneapolis I am very excited for this one. Little bummed you will not be offering pinball though. If you find a way to even get one or two in there I would highly recommend it, MN has a pretty decent pinball following 
Good luck! Excited.
Robotron Jon
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I'd definitely think about getting some additional games that can be played cooperatively. Many people do not like to watch others play games, and many others also only like to play games with other people. This is especially true with younger people.
Rampage is a game that comes to mind. In the local barcade here, it gets the most play of any game...by far...And usually there is more than one person playing it. That machine is usually not very expensive to buy. I think one of those could do well there.
Other games that seem to still draw quarters - Punch Out and Paperboy.
I'd also swap out the board in the fighting game you have to either a SF Turbo or a Marvel Vs. Capcom, even better if you can find a Marvel Vs. Capcom II set up. Those games still seem to sustain interest.
Good luck.
Rampage is a game that comes to mind. In the local barcade here, it gets the most play of any game...by far...And usually there is more than one person playing it. That machine is usually not very expensive to buy. I think one of those could do well there.
Other games that seem to still draw quarters - Punch Out and Paperboy.
I'd also swap out the board in the fighting game you have to either a SF Turbo or a Marvel Vs. Capcom, even better if you can find a Marvel Vs. Capcom II set up. Those games still seem to sustain interest.
Good luck.
Rampage: Got it
Marvel Super Heroes: Got it
Marvel Vs Capcom: Got it
DK: Got it (if you need two)
I know you're already interested in another one of my machines, but we may need to discuss a bulk buy....
Marvel Super Heroes: Got it
Marvel Vs Capcom: Got it
DK: Got it (if you need two)
I know you're already interested in another one of my machines, but we may need to discuss a bulk buy....
Robotron Jon
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My guess is that the kid would have lasted maybe a minute on that machine, gotten frustrated, and left. So you lost a quarter. It won't be the last time. People just don't have the patience to wait their turn. The people who are going to be patient and wait to play a game are the type of people who are going to be regulars and keep this business afloat.
If you are going to have doubles of anything, I would get a double of a racing game so people can play head to head. I guess that kind of strays from the idea of a retro arcade, however, I really don't see a problem with having some newer racers. They make money. I was at an auction a few years ago and the Daytona USA deluxe had 1.5 million clicks on the coin counter. That's a lot of money for someone...if it was me, I would get 2-3 linked Rush 2049s or Daytona USAs.
Wow - right down the street.
You should have a section for machines that need some love. I've got an awesome X-men 6 player, both monitors recently serviced, runs tip top, but the side and front art is a bit beat up.
It was a huge hit at the neighborhood block party, but is currently living in the garage - too big to bring into the house.
Not sure that I'd want to sell, but I'd loan it out if you give it a good home and you think it would get some use. Not sure if it is the type of machine you're looking for, but there you go.
Pete
http://playchoice.riemen.net
You should have a section for machines that need some love. I've got an awesome X-men 6 player, both monitors recently serviced, runs tip top, but the side and front art is a bit beat up.
It was a huge hit at the neighborhood block party, but is currently living in the garage - too big to bring into the house.
Not sure that I'd want to sell, but I'd loan it out if you give it a good home and you think it would get some use. Not sure if it is the type of machine you're looking for, but there you go.
Pete
http://playchoice.riemen.net
morbidboy
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Thanks for the comment. Were trying our best to find more fighting games. It all depends on whats currently available and nearby to pick up.
morbidboy
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Maybe in the future... Thanks for the offer!
morbidboy
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Thanks to everyone for their support. I've had quite a few gamers make me some really good deals and should be able to open with 20-21 machines, including a 2nd Donkey Kong Machine (orange cabinet).
morbidboy
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"I am a nerd and work with nerds. Let me know when you have events figured out. May be an awesome idea for my team holiday party!"... YES! we already got a request for our first party rental!
cwales
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Good luck. It's fun to run a public arcade, we have lots of local regulars in ours and new people freaking out almost every day when they come in and see the games. I'm actually thinking of expanding to fit more. A very little pontiac of advice: people off the street that are not collectors like games with controls other than a stick. They play anything with a steering wheel. My $25 Top Speed POS gets tons of play. I guess it's a $75 Top Speed now since I put a little into it, but still, it makes nearly that much every month at a quarter a play.
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towlebooth
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I'm looking forward to having an arcade in town. Have you considered a KLOV preview event?
Keep us posted!
Keep us posted!
morbidboy
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we were thinking of an catered opening night for fans and press. I just don't know if we would have a budget for that yet.
If you need help coming up with catering, I'm sure some of us could come up with some cost effective ways to get that done for you.
Crazy Climber
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Another idea would be to let people sell there games at your location. There is a local pinball guy that does that. He keeps all the coinage in exchange for the seller getting great exposure and a safe place to have people come check it out. I know I personally have had a few people over from craigslist in my house that I felt a little uneasy about...
THAT, my friend, is a great idea. It would most definitely keep the game inventory fresh, allow local collectors a place to showcase games for sale, and you get to earn while they're placed.
I'd be sure the legal contracts cover who's in charge of maintenance, repairs, damages, etc, but it's a great idea!
