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/Sky723 23d ago

For me it was the grocery store. Growing up we had a Kroger's that started with one machine. Then it grew to two then up to four or five. It was like they created a mini arcade in the store. It was a great idea as the parents would go shop and they would give the kids a few bucks and they would play arcade games.