The Rebirth Of The U.S. Arcade?

When one thinks of the traditional video game arcade, they may think of a narrow dimly lit neon room, crowded with an array of playable stand-up units, Skee-Ball, dollar-to-quarter changers, and an overall interior atmosphere that tries to look appealing so that younger audiences will be lured in. You'll occasionally see a crowd gather around a Dance Dance Revolution machine where experienced players will get a few minutes of fame in the shopping mall spotlight. A generic mix of aromas from the adjacent food court and sounds of pumped-in Kenny G mall muzak make their way into the arcade. A look at the arcade game selection makes a visitor ask, "Why aren't there any new games?" or "Can't I play this on my home console?"

Enter the revamped GameWorks, a chain of indoor amusement facilities that was originally founded by Sega, Dreamworks SKG and Universal Studios in 1996. However, the chain was wholly acquired last year by the Sega-Sammy Group, and the company is trying once again to take the stereotypical image of the U.S. arcade and completely change it. GameWorks has taken its seventeen facilities in the U.S. and added millions of dollars worth of new arcade games and expanded food and beverage offerings with its Arena Sports Bar & Grill concept.

Read Full Story >>
gamasutra.com
100°

The 16 Best Racing Game Series & Franchises of All Time

Throughout the years, racing game series have provided countless outstanding titles; In today's list, we'll present you with the best video game racing series to date.

Read Full Story >>
altarofgaming.com
GhostScholar5d ago

F-zero wayyyyy to low on this list. I would take f-zero on the snes over any need for speed game. I think project Gotham should also be higher.

70°

The Best Heavy Metal Games Out There

Prepare to headbang your way into glory with these metal-infused games. You'll find yourself flipping your hair in pure excitement.

Read Full Story >>
altarofgaming.com
80°
9.0

Sentinels of Earth Prime Review - Hardcore iOS

Sentinels of Earth Prime: A card-based superhero adventure fusing strategy and action, embodying iconic superhero tales for amazing gameplay.

Read Full Story >>
hardcoreios.com