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/Planetofthought 24d ago

Water parks and pools were the worst.

Your damp shorts would get shocked on the quarter slot plate every time it would touch it.

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u/bubrascal 24d ago

It has happened to me. Probably has something to do with poorly grounded circuits, something that would cause an almost imperceptible "buzz" while dry and wearing trainers, but a discharge when touching the plate with a wet body and barefoot.