Another Major Japan Arcade Is Shutting Down Forever
The Silk Hat arcade makes an official announcement on Twitter that it will permanently close, marking the loss of another iconic Japanese arcade.
Sega Sells Its Arcade Business
After already shutting down its famous Akihabara arcade, Sega is withdrawing from the arcade business due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
10 Weird Things You Never Knew About Working At An Arcade
For many their childhood memories are filled with adventures at their local arcade. Here are some strange things about working at one.
Classic SNK Arcade Machine Now Available for Pre-Order
Retro game enthusiasts can now put money down on the SNK MVSX Arcade Machine, which will include 50 classics from the NEO GEO library.
10 Of The Best Games That Were Left In Arcades
There was a time when arcade games were the craze, but these hits were left behind in their gaming cabinets in the industry's move to consoles.
Street Fighter 5 Reveals Four New DLC Characters
During the Street Fighter 5: Championship Edition showcase, Capcom reveals four new DLC characters to round out the game's cast.
Famous Landmark Sega Arcade in Japan Shutting Down
Sega Akihabara Kigo - a giant, famous arcade in Tokyo's equally famous Akihabara neighborhood - announces that it will be closing down for good.
Sega Reveals Mini Arcade Cabinet With 36 Games
Sega announces the Astro City Mini games console with 36 classic arcade games as part of the celebration of the company's 60th anniversary.
Arcade1Up Releasing More Arcade Cabinets
Arcade1Up will soon be releasing a new suite of video pinball tables and arcade cabinets featuring several collections of popular retro titles.
Donkey Kong Player Sets New World Record Live on Twitch
In a recent livestream, Twitch streamer Robbie Lakeman achieves a new world record for the highest score achieved in Donkey Kong.
Space Invaders is Getting its Own Sake
A Japanese brewery in Kyoto announces three flavors of special Space Invaders-themed sake for its line of 'Game Legends' alcoholic beverages.
How Portland Arcade QuarterWorld is Staying Afloat Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic
One Portland, Oregon arcade is shifting gears to try and support the business despite the closure of non-essential businesses.
Dead or Alive 6 Now Charges Players to Change Hair Color
Team Ninja implements ridiculous new microtransactions that force players to pay real money to change their character's hair color in Dead or Alive 6.
10 Arcade To Console Ports That Were Absolutely Perfect
Arcades and home consoles were very different at one point, but some games bridged the gap. Here are the perfect ports!
Streets Of Rage: 10 Arcade Classics That Also Deserve A Comeback
Be it Streets of Rage 4, Battletoads, or Double Dragons, it's comeback season. Here are 10 other arcade classics that deserve another shot in gaming.
10 Retro '80s Games That Are Utterly Impossible to Beat
Just because they're old, that doesn't mean they're easy. These are 10 retro games from the 1980's that are impossible to beat.
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 Review
Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 has some interesting new ideas that are dragged down by painfully dull gameplay.
How Arcades Have Evolved Since The 80s
Arcades may not be as prominent as they once were way back in the '80s, but they still haven't disappeared - they've only evolved.
T-Pain Cosplays as Tekken 7's Leroy Smith, Looks Amazing
Grammy Award winning rapper and music producer T-Pain goes to Dragon Con cosplaying as Tekken 7's Leroy Smith, earning support from gamers.
Mortal Kombat Added to World Video Game Hall of Fame
The Strong National Museum of Play's World Video Game Hall of Fame inducts the classic 1992 fighting game, Mortal Kombat, for its status, longevity, reach, and influence.