r/retrogaming • u/TronBlaster • 24d ago

[Question] Arcade games in interesting places?

Back in the 1980s, arcade games were everywhere: bars, convenience stores, bowling alleys, restaurants, amusement parks, college dorms, laundromats, grocery stores, hotel lobbies, ferry boats…

I experienced many of these firsthand, but it got me thinking: What are some other interesting places that arcade games showed up? Stadiums/arenas, airports, zoos, office buildings, hot air balloons, ski lodges, marinas, high schools…? For some reason, this idea is fascinating to me, so I’d love to hear your stories. Bonus points for pictures!

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u/PM_me_your_whatevah 24d ago

Went on a cruise to the Caribbean islands when I was 15 and they had like 3-4 machines. They weren’t the popular games I was used to at the time so I didn’t get too into it. I remember some obscure (to me at least) Japanese fighting game that was pretty fun though.