Arcade Games

Mother’s Day Ideas for Game Time with the Family

Mother’s Day Ideas for Game Time with the Family 940 788 GAD Vending

Mom loves fun and game time with the family. And – you are a winner for the long term getting games that the entire family can play together.

GAD has, in stock, a variety of games your family will love.

Consider these for your home game room –

  • Pinball – an increasingly popular game with the kids. Especially with internet interfaces, like Stern’s Insider Connected, that give a complete experience. At GAD, we have pinball games to engage every age. Take a look at a partial selection (here) and give us a shout what you are interested in.
  • Darts – digital dart games take very little floor space but offer hours of fun! Everyone in the family can improve their hand-eye coordination while enjoying good, clean fun. GAD has new Galaxy, Galaxy Fire and Galaxy Ice in stock.
  • Arcade Collection Game Consoles
    • Classicade – makes all the best arcade games available all in one. Available in either a stand up or cocktail table configuration. (See list of games.)
    • Arcade Collection Home Edition – an amazing collection of three games. Enjoy Silver Strike Bowling, Power Putt Golf and Target Toss Pro Lawn darts and bags games. These are fun games that will engage all ages.
  •  Golden Tee PGA Home Edition – the popular bar game that is available in a home version making it not only one of the best games to add to your home game room but also more affordable. Golden Tee offers free software updates to make this game current with new courses, avatars and equipment for fresh play.

GAD offers free home delivery (may not make it by Sunday, sorry!) in a select geographic area. Free curbside pick up with phone support for self set up. Affordable shipping in the continental US.

If its not the time to add a game to your home game room, why not take Mom out to play?

Why just sit in a restaurant and let the kids drive you crazy? Let everyone run around a play games!

If you give us a call, we are happy to make recommendations of the best places (Omaha, Des Moines, Kansas City) to play that are appropriate for the ages in your family.

For pinball, check out Pinside Map or Stern’s Pinball Locator tool.

Make it a Play Date for Valentine’s Day

Make it a Play Date for Valentine’s Day 940 788 GAD Vending

Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day? Make it a play date!

If you haven’t gotten your own game for home, go play somewhere. There are lots of GAD customers in the Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas and Missouri area to play.

May we suggest these steps for the perfect play date:

  1. Go to either the Stern locator page or Pinside map to find the best places to play.
  2. Download the Stern Insider app to keep track of scores, earn badges, etc.
  3. Go to your favored location.
  4. Start with a round robin pinball game.
  5. Move on to darts.
  6. Try something different. Maybe pool or shuffleboard.
  7. Finish the evening with another round of pinball.

Have an amazing Valentine’s Day with your favorite date, family or friends.

What to get the gaming family for Christmas? Classic-cade Arcade

What to get the gaming family for Christmas? Classic-cade Arcade 940 788 GAD Vending

Before home TV gaming consoles and PCs kept gamers playing in the comfort of their own homes, there used to be long nights by the arcade cabinet located at your local arcade, amusement park, bar or restaurant. Pouring quarter after quarter in, see if you could beat your friend’s high score; it was all exhilarating. Not only was the experience one of a kind, but the games you could play were unlike anything players had seen up to that point. Remember hours playing Pac-Man? Galaga? Millipede? Space Invaders?

Gone are those days of  one game, on one console. In the early development of arcade games, the hardware to run one game was the full console. Today, the size of the console or table is about the people comfort – not the need to house lots of hardware.

Want to relive those great games? At home? At your favorite establishment? Classic-cade is the answer to your need for fun, retro arcade games. With over 60 games available in stand up console or sit down table, no gamer should be without.

GAD sells Classic-cade for home free play. The table version can be used as a cocktail table. The stand up console is a convenient size to not take too much space. Perfect to light up a dark corner in your basement family room!

Classic-cade Game List:

  • Pacman
  • Ms Pacman
  • Jr Pacman
  • Super Pacman
  • Pacman Plus
  • Galaga
  • Glaga 3
  • Frogger
  • Donkey Kong
  • Donkey Kong Jr
  • Donkey Kong 3
  • Galaxian
  • Dig Dug
  • Crush Roller
  • Mr. Do
  • Space Invaders
  • Gyruss
  • Tank Battalion
  • 1942
  • Ladybug
  • Burger Time
  • Mappy
  • Centipede *
  • Millipede *
  • Super Breakout *
  • Arkanoid*
  • Pengo
  • Phoenix
  • Time Pilot
  • Super Cobra
  • Hustler
  • Space Panic
  • New Rally X
  • Qix
  • Juno Frist
  • Xevious
  • Mr. Do’s Castle
  • Moon Cresta
  • Pinball Action
  • Scamble
  • Bomb Jack
  • Shao-Lin’s Road
  • King and Balloon
  • 1943
  • 1943 Kai
  • Van-Van Car
  • Dig Dug 2
  • Amidar
  • Zaxxon
  • Pooyan
  • Pleiads
  • Gun Smoke
  • Jumping Jack
  • Congo Bongo
  • The End
  • and more….

(*) Trackball Game

GAD stocks the Classic-cade for both commercial and residential gamers. In two styles, table or console. With three warehouses in the Midwest, call us to arrange pick up or delivery today! But time is ticking for Christmas delivery. Come into one of our offices and try this great game!

Great Arcade Games In Stock! Big Buck Hunter Reloaded

Great Arcade Games In Stock! Big Buck Hunter Reloaded 952 694 GAD Vending
What’s in stock at GAD for arcades? Big Buck Hunter Reloaded

Find out more by contacting GAD. We’ll be able to help you with this great arcade game for your home, office or breakroom.

 

What’s in Stock? Kalkomat Boxers

What’s in Stock? Kalkomat Boxers 1500 1504 GAD Vending

Kalkomat is an international manufacturer of some of the best, most innovative arcade games available today. What does GAD love the best? The stand up boxer series!

GAD stocks various boxer arcade games. Available for purchase by the public for home use, office, breakroom or arcade. Currently in stock is the American Boxer, Fire Boxer, and Combo Boxer.

Contact GAD for all the information on the Kalkomat Boxer games.

New at GAD: Kalkomat Boxer

New at GAD: Kalkomat Boxer 1500 1457 GAD Vending

Discover the power of the punch!

The Kalkomat Boxer is one globally renown product. Available in various products, in stock, at GAD.

American Fire Boxer

  • Free game mode
  • Works with bills and coins in all currencies and tokens
  • Works with coin- and bill acceptor simultaneously
  • Electronic coin acceptor included
  • Green technology
  • Easier settings operation

DIMENSIONS

  • H 224 cm x W 70 cm x D 125 cm, weight 125 kg
  • H 88″ x W 28″ x D 49″, weight 276 lb
  • Weight Brutto: 435 lb / 197 kg**
  • ** For freight purposes please add the weight of the palette and/or other packing materials.
  • Standard crate dimensions: W 41″ x L 52″ x H 93

Fire Boxer

  • Free game mode
  • Difficulty levels
  • Works with bills and coins in all currencies and tokens
  • Works with coin- and bill acceptor simultaneously
  • Unbreakable record setting
  • Manual high score resetting
  • Solid mechanism
  • Electronic coin acceptor included
  • Green technology
  • Extra save cashbox
  • Custom design ready (promotional purposes)

DIMENSIONS

  • H 224cm x W 70cm x D 125cm, weight 125kg
  • H 88″ x W 28″ x D 49″, weight 276lb
  • Weight Brutto: 435 lb / 197 kg**
  • ** For freight purposes please add the weight of the palette and/or other packing materials.
  • Standard crate dimensions: W 41″ x L 52″ x H 93″

Combo Boxer

  • Free game mode
  • Difficulty levels
  • Works with bills and coins in all currencies and tokens
  • Works with coin- and bill acceptor simultaneously
  • Unbreakable record setting
  • Manual high score resetting
  • Flashing halogen lights mode
  • Solid mechanism
  • Rubber legs
  • Electronic coin acceptor included
  • Compact two game machine (boxer+kicker)
  • Modern type soccer ball (without bladder)

DIMENSIONS

  • H 228cm x W 92cm x D 130cm, weight 159kg
  • H 90″ x W 36″ x D 51″, weight 351lb
  • **For freight purposes please add the weight of the palette and/or other packing materials.
  • Standard crate dimensions: W 45″ x L 52″ x H 84″.

New! Golden Tee PGA 2025 Release Schedule

New! Golden Tee PGA 2025 Release Schedule 284 284 GAD Vending

Very exciting to get these dates from Golden Tee.

Golden Tee has consistently sets deadline for new software and hardware – and they meet these dates! Very impressive to work with Golden Tee.

GAD has service personnel that can assist our customers with upgrading their software on their existing equipment – or deliver new Golden Tee PGA games to either commercial or residential customers. Call us with questions – if you are a current or future customer! We are here to help.

Happy St Patrick’s Weekend – Go Play

Happy St Patrick’s Weekend – Go Play 2048 1147 GAD Vending

St Pat’s is such a great day for corn beef, green beer, basketball and pinball. Why not take advantage of everyone out enjoying to find someone new to play pinball?

  • Find your favorite pinball here – Stern Pinball locator. 
  • Find a new favorite place to hang out.
  • Find a new partner to enjoy pinball with.

GAD supports commercial game rooms and arcades generally with a servicing partner. We also sell directly to general business for a single machine for a break room. And, we sell direct to consumers for home use.

Our showrooms in Nebraska, Iowa and Missouri are open to the public.  We show all types of games, vending equipment and commercials equipment. Stop by or call to chat about what games you’d like to try.

Why You Should Add Kiddie Rides to Your Arcade Game Room

Why You Should Add Kiddie Rides to Your Arcade Game Room 296 244 GAD Vending

Adding Kiddie Rides to Your Arcade Game Room

(Betson) Arcade game rooms have always been a hub of entertainment for people of all ages. From classic pinball machines to cutting-edge virtual reality experiences, arcade owners strive to create an immersive and enjoyable atmosphere. While arcade games alone can attract customers, adding kiddie rides to your game room can take the fun quotient to the next level. This blog post will explore the benefits of incorporating kiddie rides into your arcade and discuss why they can be a fantastic addition for kids and their parents.

Enhancing the Entertainment Value

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Arcades have evolved significantly, catering to different generations and preferences. Kiddie rides offer an additional layer of entertainment that appeals specifically to young children. Often themed with popular characters or vehicles, these rides can transport children to their favorite worlds while parents enjoy other arcade attractions. Including kiddie rides ensures families can spend more time at your establishment, boosting customer satisfaction and encouraging repeat visits.

Expanding Target Demographics

While arcade games primarily attract teenagers and adults, incorporating kiddie rides widens the customer base, including families with young children. By accommodating different age groups, you create an inclusive environment that caters to the needs of a broader audience. This expansion can increase foot traffic, attract new customers, and drive higher revenue.

Generating Additional Revenue Streams

Kiddie rides are not just an investment in fun; they can also be a profitable addition to your arcade game room. These rides typically operate pay-per-use, providing a new revenue stream. With proper maintenance and regular updates to the ride offerings, you can create an ongoing income source that supplements your arcade’s financial success.

Boosting Customer Loyalty

Creating a memorable experience is crucial for any arcade seeking to foster customer loyalty. Kiddie rides can play a significant role in achieving this goal. Children who have an enjoyable time on the rides are likely to request future visits to your arcade. Parents will also appreciate your effort in creating a family-friendly environment, making them more likely to choose your arcade over competitors.

Cross-Promotion and Merchandising Opportunities

Themed kiddie rides provide opportunities for cross-promotion and merchandising. You can leverage existing fan bases and increase brand recognition by featuring popular characters or franchises. Moreover, you can consider selling related merchandise such as toys, clothing, or collectibles in your arcade, tapping into the potential of ancillary revenue streams.

Creating a Safe and Controlled Environment

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Arcades are well-known for their focus on safety and security. Kiddie Rides allow you to maintain that reputation by providing young children with a safe and controlled environment. Ensure that the rides are regularly inspected and meet all necessary safety standards. Additionally, assign staff members to monitor the rides and assist children as needed, further enhancing the overall experience and reassuring parents.

Adding kiddie rides to your arcade game room offers numerous benefits that can significantly impact your business’s success. From enhancing the entertainment value and expanding your target demographic to generating additional revenue streams and fostering customer loyalty, these rides are an investment worth considering. Creating a safe, fun-filled environment that caters to the entire family can differentiate your arcade from competitors and establish a reputation as a go-to entertainment destination.

So, why wait? Take the plunge and let the joy of kiddie rides propel your arcade game room to new heights and the GAD sales team can assist you on finding the right Kiddie Rides for your arcade, game room or restaurant.