Arcade Games Are Making a Major Comeback
Arcade games, a form of gaming that carries childhood memories for many, were once considered a symbol of obsolescence.
Arcade games, a form of gaming that carries childhood memories for many, were once considered a symbol of obsolescence.
What are arcade games?
Arcade machines are commercial, dedicated gaming machines placed in public entertainment venues, originating in American bars. A typical arcade machine consists of two basic components: a frame and a console. Games played on these machines are called arcade games.
In 1971, the world's first arcade machine was created in a computer lab in the United States. The following year, "Pong" (1972) was released, becoming the first commercially successful arcade game, with annual sales reaching 30,000 units.
It became popular between 1978 and 1985, reaching a peak in 1982. In 1983, Americans created the highly technical game "Dragon Lair" for arcade machines. However, starting in the late 1990s, with the rising costs of customizing high-performance processors and developing 3D games, the cost-effectiveness of developing games for dedicated arcade machines gradually became unbalanced. At the same time, arcade machines' performance advantages over home consoles and personal computers gradually eroded, leading to their decline in the European and American markets.
△ Innovation and Transformation of Arcade Machines
Once considered outdated, arcade machines remain popular in Japan. This phenomenon demonstrates the arcade's enduring vitality. To meet the needs of modern gamers, companies are constantly striving for technological breakthroughs and innovations. They not only enhance the hardware performance of arcade machines but also explore new gaming experiences, injecting new vitality into the arcade.
△ The Launch of New Arcade Equipment
Japanese arcade vendors have cleverly integrated arcade machines with Windows and PS3 systems to create unique arcade equipment. By integrating arcade machines with Windows and PS3 systems, Japanese arcade vendors have created unique equipment that supports both Windows and PlayStation games, adds touchscreen functionality, and offers a variety of hardware configurations and price options. These arcade machines are not only compatible with Windows games, but also play PlayStation games. Even more impressive, vendors have added slot machines and even touchscreen functionality for even more convenient operation.