Arcade machines: The greatest classics and games for your own arcade
The arcade machine is the mother of all modern slot machines. From compact reaction games to XXL licensed shooters: At Kickerkult you will find arcade machines for every area of use - private, catering or commercial. Purchase, lease or hire from 9 months, personal advice included.
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Buy an arcade machine: arcade feeling for your location
The clacking of the joysticks, the sound of the high-score jingles, the pulsing of the LED strips on the front: An arcade machine brings the real arcade feeling to wherever you set it up. At Kickerkult, you can get shooters with licensed blockbuster titles, racing games with a cockpit look, ticket redemption devices for families, kiddie rides for the youngest and bubble games such as the ICE Super Chexx Pro. From compact reaction games from €3,900 to 65-inch shooters with a 500-watt sound system, we cover the whole range. Oke Harms and the team from the showroom in Berlin will be happy to advise you in person, by phone at 030 / 813 040 25 or via live chat.
Arcade machines at a glance: Genres and manufacturers
An arcade slot machine is no longer a solitaire, but part of a broad spectrum of genres. 6 categories cover practically every area of use. Shooters such as the Walking Dead, Target Bravo G.H.O.S.T., NERF Arcade, Space Invaders Frenzy or Jurassic Park DX come from Raw Thrills, BGI and WIK and are typically found in arcades and bars. Racing games are represented in the Overtake DX from IGS, a cockpit weighing around 280 kg with a 42-inch LCD; our racing simulators in the range provides a deeper insight into this segment. Reaction games such as the compact 116 kg WIK Ghost are suitable for catering and events. Ticket redemption devices such as Timberman, Arcade Buzzz and Popcorn7Cups can be used in indoor playgrounds and family centres. Kiddie rides, such as the WIK Jeep or the WIK Racing Cars, get children moving. And bubble games such as the ICE Super Chexx Pro, in series production in the USA since 1982, or the Super Kixx Pro are classics for bowling centres and pubs.
| Genre | Example model | Manufacturer | Application area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shooter | Walking Dead, NERF Arcade, Space Invaders Frenzy, Jurassic Park DX, Target Bravo G.H.O.S.T. | Raw Thrills, BGI, WIK | Gaming hall, bar |
| Racing game | Overtake DX | IGS | Gaming hall, leisure centre |
| Reaction game | WIK Ghost | WIK | Gastronomy, Events |
| Ticket Redemption | Timberman, Arcade Buzzz, Popcorn7Cups | Magic Play, Kriss Sport | Indoor playground, family centre |
| Kiddie Ride | WIK Jeep, WIK Racing Cars | WIK | Trampoline hall, shopping centre |
| Bubble game | ICE Super Chexx Pro, ICE Super Kixx Pro | ICE | Bowling centre, pub |
Shooters and licensed titles: blockbusters for the arcade
When a slot machine immediately attracts an audience, it is usually a licence shooter. Raw Thrills delivers the heavyweights: NERF Arcade comes with a 65-inch LCD, 500-watt sound system and a whopping 345 kg on the footprint. Space Invaders Frenzy and Jurassic Park DX play in the same league, both with generous dimensions beyond the 200 cm width. BGI counters this with Target Bravo G.H.O.S.T. and Zap Attack, which are somewhat more compact but still highly recognisable. WIK completes the segment with Video Game Walking Dead, Swarm and Paintball Division: solid devices from German production with a reliable spare parts supply. The price range extends from around €10,000 to €25,990, depending on the licence, display size and sound equipment. For catering operations, we recommend models with an integrated euro coin validator; amusement parks and arcades usually have a token system. If you want to buy an arcade machine that generates long-term revenue, you can rarely go wrong with a strong licence title.
Ticket Redemption and Kiddie Rides: a crowd puller for families
Families are the most reliable customer group for commercial operators, and Ticket Redemption is the perfect format for them. The principle is simple: players collect tickets and exchange them for prizes at a counter. Timberman from Magic Play, Arcade Buzzz and the Popcorn7Cups from Kriss Sport are among the bestsellers in this category. Right next to them are Kiddie Rides: the WIK Jeep and the WIK Racing Cars with moving seat, easy to operate and suitable from pre-school age. Both groups of equipment can be found in trampoline halls, indoor playgrounds, shopping centres and family leisure parks. The price range is roughly between €3,900 and €9,990, well below the large shooters. If you want to increase the fun factor, you can combine an arcade machine with a collection effect with gripping machines: Experience has shown that the double attracts the best dwell time.
Buying an arcade machine: What you should look out for
Before you buy, it's worth taking a sober look at 5 factors that will later determine the fun, turnover and maintenance costs of the game.
- Application area: For catering establishments and amusement arcades, you need robust devices with a coin validator or token system; for private hobby rooms, more compact models such as the PAC-MAN Pixel Bash with a width of 61 cm, depth of 84 cm and height of 173 cm are sufficient.
- Genre: Shooters attract an action audience, Ticket Redemption inspires families, Kiddie Rides children from pre-school age upwards.
- Space requirements: The range extends from the WIK Ghost with just 80 × 56 × 130 cm to the NERF Arcade with 270 × 158 × 229 cm. You should measure the installation location precisely beforehand. Payment system: Euro coin-op for the catering trade, tokens for leisure parks and amusement arcades, free-play counters for private rooms or company lounges.
- Budget: Realistically plan between €3,900 for a compact entry-level machine and €25,990 for an XXL shooter.
Price ranges at a glance
4 price categories help with quick orientation. The entry-level segment between €3,900 and €4,900 includes compact reaction games such as the WIK Ghost or the WIK Speedball, ideal for bars and small set-up areas. The mid-range between €4,990 and €9,990 is served by the PAC-MAN Pixel Bash with 32 games ex works and the ticket devices from Kriss Sport. High-end between 10,000 and 21,990 euros means licensed shooters such as Walking Dead, Target Bravo G.H.O.S.T. and Swarm. In the XXL range from €21,490 to €25,990, Space Invaders Frenzy, Jurassic Park DX and NERF Arcade play in the premier league.
| Price range | Typical models | Target group |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level approx. 3,900-4,900 € | WIK Ghost, WIK Speedball | Bars, small set-up areas |
| Mid-range approx. 4,990-9,990 € | PAC-MAN Pixel Bash (32 games), Kriss Sport ticket devices | Family centres, indoor playgrounds |
| High-end approx. 10,000-21,990 € | Walking Dead, Target Bravo G.H.O.S.T., Swarm | Gaming halls, leisure centres |
| XXL approx. 21,490-25,990 € | Space Invaders Frenzy, Jurassic Park DX, NERF Arcade | Large amusement arcades, commercial installers |
Arcade machines for catering, events and companies
Bar, restaurant, bowling centre, trampoline hall, shopping centre, company lounge, youth centre, fairground business: the list of places where it is worth buying an arcade machine is long. The commercial added value is twofold: coin-operated machines or tokens generate direct revenue per game, while at the same time significantly increasing the length of stay of guests. For B2B use, we offer 4 procurement channels: Purchase, leasing, financing and rental from 9 months. This means that a device can be integrated into the business without high procurement costs. Manufacturers with a long-standing market presence such as Raw Thrills, WIK and ICE ensure that spare parts and service are still available years later. If you want to compare models in advance, you can find our other range of gaming machines at Kickerkult. For direct advice, you can reach us at 030 / 813 040 25, by email at [email protected] or in the showroom in Berlin.
Flipper and other slot machines as a supplement
An arcade machine rarely stands alone in a room. The mix works best in amusement arcades and catering establishments: a shooter attracts action players, a classic like a pinball machine brings in the regulars, and a boxing machine ensures competitions in the round. If you want to broaden your range, you can discover pinball machines and also find boxers and grippers. For the pure racing game focus, we at Kickerkult have our own subcategory, which focuses on cockpits and seat simulators.
Frequently asked questions about arcade machines
What does an arcade machine cost?
An arcade machine costs between around €3,900 and €25,990, depending on the genre and size. In the lower segment are compact reaction games such as the WIK Ghost or the WIK Speedball with entry-level prices starting at around €3,900. Licensed shooters and XXL models such as Space Invaders Frenzy or Jurassic Park DX are at the upper end of the scale up to 25,990 euros. You can find the exact price for each model in the shop; we will be happy to advise you personally on individual budget planning.
Which arcade machines are suitable for children?
Kiddie rides, ticket redemption machines and bubble games are particularly suitable for children. The WIK Kiddie Rides Jeep and Racing Cars are designed to be age-appropriate with a moving seat and can be played from pre-school age. Ticket redemption devices such as Timberman and Arcade Buzzz reward every hit with tickets, and the collecting principle also motivates younger players. Bubble games such as the ICE Super Chexx Pro or the Super Kixx Pro demand reaction and team play without requiring reading or language skills.
Do I need a licence for an arcade machine?
As a rule, no licence is required for private operation without coin insertion. As soon as the machine is operated commercially with a coin-operated machine or token, a business licence is required; depending on the federal state, a gaming hall licence may also be required. For events, company lounges and trade fairs, we recommend the free play counter variant, which does not require a licence. In individual cases, it is worth giving us or the responsible regulatory authority a quick call. We are familiar with the regulations from over 15 years of practical experience with set-ups.
Can I rent an arcade machine instead of buying one?
Yes, Kickerkult also offers arcade machines for rent, with a minimum term of 9 months. There are also leasing and financing models that are particularly suitable for commercial operators, showmen, event agencies and catering businesses. This means that even a high-priced licensed shooter can be integrated into the business without a full investment. Write to us at [email protected], call 030 / 813 040 25 or use the live chat. We will calculate the right option for you.