21Apr
10Mar
How Industry Organizations Can Benefit Your Business
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when running your business. Whether you’re in the amusement or vending/micro market industry, there are associations dedicated to supporting operators and location owners as you navigate the entertainment and convenience services world. These organizations help ensure...
05Mar
The Social Aspect of Arcade Gaming
In an age dominated by digital entertainment and online connections, arcade gaming remains a powerful force for social interaction. These vibrant spaces, filled with the sights and sounds of classic and modern games, have a unique way of bringing people together, fostering camaraderie, competition,...
27Nov
The Benefits of Card Readers for Amusement and Gaming
The arcade gamer's worst nightmare: cruising through their favorite game, ready to set a new high score — only to run out of quarters. Can they make it to the coin dispenser and back before time runs out? Or worse, are they out of cash?...
21Sep
Fun-Filled Fall Ideas for Your Arcade
As the leaves start to change and the air becomes crisp, it’s the perfect time to switch things up in your arcade or FEC and start offering fall promotions that cater to the changing seasons. Fall presents unique opportunities...
20Jul
The Best Ways to Market Your FEC
Family Entertainment Centers (FECs) are a perfect way for friends and families to come together to make unforgettable memories. Whether you own a trampoline park, mini-golf course, arcade center, or any other FEC, one of the critical aspects to your success is effective marketing. With...
09Feb
The Staple of the Arcade Experience—Claw Machines
Claw machines have been a source of entertainment in locations since the 1980s, they gained a significant presence in Pizza Hut restaurants and later spread to other venues like the NHL, NBA and MLB. Now, claw machines can be found in most locations that experience...
23Jan
AVS Companies 2022 Recap
With 2022 coming to a close, I want to take a moment to highlight all of the exciting events and activities the AVS team took part in throughout the year. It truly was a year full of growth, loyalty and teamwork, and it's all thanks...
28Dec
Golden Age of Arcade Video Games
The late 1970s to mid-1980s presented a massive growth for arcade video games across the world, more and more people were spending money at arcades to play hit titles like Space Invaders and Pac-Man. This time period is known as the golden age of arcade...
21Nov
All The Retro Games You Love In One Cabinet
Finding retro arcade games to play has become a much larger task than it used to be. You can’t just walk into any arcade or supermarket and play Asteroids or Lunar Lander anymore. This leaves players with the decision of whether it’s worth it to...
21Nov