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Led Zeppelin Themed Pinball from Stern
Stern Pinball has announced the release of a Led Zeppelin line of pinball machines. The Led Zeppelin games include 10 full length studio Led Zeppelin performances, player selectable at the start of each ball. The Pro models feature a custom-molded Hindenburg Zeppelin toy, based on the iconic imagery from the Led Zeppelin I album. When lit, the Zeppelin toy scores speed locks on the
LAI Games has launched a new, single- player model of its hit pusher game Pearl Fishery. The smaller footprint brings the same exciting Pearl Fishery game play to venues where space is often limited, including cruise ships, restaurants, bars, and more. Like the current two and three-player models, the single-player version features the Super Bonus Display on top of the cabinet, attracting players to the game. The single-player Pearl Fishery will
Despite the widespread uncertainty caused by Covid-19, by all accounts Amusement Expo International still proved a successful event, giving exhibitors a prime opportunity to showcase their latest product innovations in New Orleans from10-11 March. For thismonth’s new product round-up, Bryony Andrews, editor of
GlobalAmusementsandPlay.com, spoke to a number of key industry players to find out which new launches garnered the biggest buzz with visitors...
LAI Games launches new Pearl Fishery model
What a Fantastic Prize!
Unis Technology introduces its newest and most popular merchandiser – Fantastic Prize. This is is an exciting prize game where players must use their skills to cut a piece of string to win the hanging prize inside. Fantastic Prize has all the right ingredients to encourage repeat play. The game looks easy but requires skills to win!
begin shipping in April, with back orders being filled first.
player’s musical journey to Zeppelin multiball. A custom Swan Song Records trademark Icarus sculpted leaper toy takes fl ight when smashed by the chaotic pinball. A 3-bank of drop targets, 3 custom steel ramps, and 3 fl ippers keep the pinball action rolling.
Lester Travasso, sales and marketing executive, Sega: Sega wrapped up a successful Amusements Expo. The amusements games developer claimed it had a better than expected show this year, presenting four units of Power Roll units with mega marquees that made quite the impression at the show. According to Travasso, the “jaw-dropping cabinet design, fun and intuitive gameplay attracted operators to open up a conversation about adding this to their parks, family entertainment centres or arcades.” Sega’sMission Impossible Arcade also
impressed visitors with its next-gen four-player super deluxe cabinet. The video game was continuously played thanks to the large 55” monitors, explosive sound and immersive gameplay. One of the most talked-about games at the show
Inowize Releases Hero-Themed VR Game for Arkadia VR Arena
Steve Ignarski, national sales manager for Bandai Namco Amusement America Inc: Although the current climate is uncertain with less attendance than usual, it has not hindered us in surpassing our targets with plenty of customers at this year’s expo. The industry has resolutely come together for a positive show, acting creatively with adapted greetings and procedures in response to the Coronavirus outbreak. “Red Zone Rush brought
Inowize has released a new Virtual Reality game for its out-of-home entertainment platform, called Heroik. The experience is available through their flagship product Arkadia VR Arena to all current and future locations at no extra charge.
The prize is tied to a piece of string at the top of the machine. Using the
button, player must guide the metal cutters and position them to cut the string. Once the string is cut, the prize drops down and the player can open the door to claim the prize.
Fantastic Prize can hold prizes as large as 70 inches. Jumbo plush toys are a popular choice as they grab attention, and the idea of winning a super large prize appeal to players of all ages. Operators are also having great success with high ticket prizes such as electronics/ game systems etc. With endless prize mix possibilities, operators have plenty of options to choose from.
SpectraVerse Attractions
was Shoot ItWin It, said Travasso. “This classically simple game see player shoot corks at targets to win prizes. Phenomenal reviews from players and operators Sega say Shoot ItWin It is a must-have for 2020.”
APT SKIDATA Smart Technology
APT SKIDATA has launched a new mobile-based digital solution to deliver greater operational effi ciencies and enhanced fi nancial returns for visitor attractions using its people access solutions. The smart technology allows APT SKIDATA’s clients to use their own smartphone to visually share any technical diffi culties with APT SKIDATA’s support team in real time via a dedicated App. The APT Engineers can then diagnose faults and instigate repairs remotely, maximising equipment uptime and supporting a better visitor experience. The solution is powered by SightCall, an augmented reality (AR)-enabled visual assistance platform.
TomKane, director of export sales, Betson Enterprises Inc: “Despite the current health concerns and resulting drop in attendance, the Amusement Expo was certainly deemed a success. Betson exhibited four new Raw Thrills titles. The interactive VR unit, King Kong of Skull Island, garnished the lion’s share of the attention. The new redemption unit BUST-A-MOVE Frenzy was unveiled along with the completed versions of the Nitro Truck driving video and the Big Buck Hunter Reloaded, vastly expanded shooting unit. All four titles are demonstrating the strength of performance typical of Raw Thrills’ units.”
Heroik is an adaptation of competitive battle arena games for Virtual Reality and the experience is designed for both casual gamers and e-sports players. One of the unique aspects of the game is that players get to take on the role of superheroes while using two controllers. Players choose the hero based on their abilities, which are thoroughly explained at the beginning of the game. The hero theme, the unique characters, and abilities, the different combat styles, the layered gameplay, all these traits give Heroik a huge replay value. Arkadia launched a new feature for its platform that allows operators to host two different game sessions simultaneously. This means that three guests can enjoy a round of Heroik, with their own leaderboard and choice of characters, while two or three others can join in their own individual session. This significantly enhances the guest experience, throughput, and revenue, with an increase of 25-40% since the feature was installed in current operating facilities.
in the usual flurry of players and we can confirm high purchase numbers have been maintained. As expected, the US debut of BallMadness inspired similar responses to its UK showcase – ample interest and a deep fascination into this unique and dynamic game.”
Strike Arena
Falcon’s Creative Group has launched a new range of interactive walking adventure attractions called SpectraVerse, which use immersive storytelling techniques and advanced media technologies to empower individuals with their own unique role and positionally tracked perspective. In SpectraVerse Odyssey attraction, each guest engages with real-time interactive media content as their group travels from scene to scene in a pulsed, walk-through experience. In SpectraVerse Quest attraction, squads roam freely in a competitive or cooperative interactive gaming environment that adapts to each player’s perspective. Both confi gurations are complemented by themed scenic environments, surround sound audio-scapes, lighting, special effects, and other show elements, utilising 3D positional tracking and a real-time game engine to generate dynamic content and perspectives that are specifi c to each individual guest.
a versatile hybrid card reader that is the first of its kind in the amusement industry. It accepts credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover) as well as stored-value play cards. This allows operators to leverage the burgeoning consumer use of credit cards for small transactions like game play. The Impulse is the future of amusement and visitors were impressed with the ease-of-use of the Impulse, which does not require the customer to download an app or set up a mobile wallet.”
Vladimir Avdeev, President at Boxblaster VR: “The Gold andMace game was the greatest hit on our Boxblaster VR attraction. Everyone who stopped by our booth at the Amusement Expo played
it.Many players told me that unique, fun games like that come out once in a decade, and the excitement it stirs is why they enjoyed it so much.”
Play Area Hygiene Services (PAHS) and Rugged Interactive have created a new ‘pay to play’ attraction, Strike Arena. The adaptable, ‘pay to play’ attraction is designed for all age groups, and can be as big or small as needed thanks to a range of different modules. The aim of the game is for the team to score the most points within a time frame. Standing
Lynda Brotherton, globalmarketing director, Intercard: “There was great interest at AMOA 2020 for Intercard’s
much-anticipated iReader Impulse,
SEGA Amusements announces new, four-player, skill-based Jumanji ticket redemption game
SEGA Amusements has announced a new, four-player, skill-based Jumanji ticket redemption for the whole family.
in the way of the coloured pods is a vast array of obstacles and apparatus designed to test skill, speed and strength – the team that scores the most points is crowned the winner! The frenetic, adrenalin-inducing course has 18 challenges to choose from, ranging from ball pools to rope climbs, designed to improve health and fi tness, deliver fun and ensure customer satisfaction.
Players take on the role as one of the recent film’s main characters to solve the entertaining and exciting games. To win the super ticket bonus, players must use quick-thinking and quicker reflexes to climb the Jaguar statue and save Jumanji. The Unreal Game Engine
ValoJump Air Track Version
With the aim of creating something that would facilitate product installation and make it easier to offer ValoJumps to a wider range of locations and customer types, the ValoJump air uses an air track instead of a trampoline. “We are particularly excited about this new option since ValoJump air offers the Valo Motion signature quality gaming experience while requiring a ceiling height of only 3m (9ft 10 in),” said a Valomotion spokesperson. “ValoJump air is designed to offer an easy, inexpensive retrofi t opportunity.”
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delivers crisp graphics and is brought to life on a huge 65” HD Monitor. What’s more; is each of the 12 mini games are re-creating iconic scenes from the recent two films, and feature authentic movie audio, thus making Jumanji immensely immersive and a lot of fun.
The gameplay is intuitive and entertaining thanks to the unique controller that switches between free- spin and ratchet-spin, depending on the game being played. Up to four fellow adventurers can jump in to solve the wide variety of games. Once they jump into the rich fantasy world of Jumanji, they may discover they don’t want to leave.
Embedwins two awards There were two award wins for Embed at the Amusement Expo: the cashless management systems supplier won the Best Booth Design Award and the AMOA Operator’s Choice Award.Embed's show presence stand was dominated by itsMobileWallet, a virtual game card that can be added to the Apple Wallet or Google Pay and the Bling bar that showcased the company’s RF media and wearables. ReneeWalsh, CEO Solutions Group at Embed, commented: “This win is huge for us. It not only validates our company’s positions as an innovation leader, thought-leader and marker-maker but also confirms that we are ‘the choice’ for our customers, the operators. I’m also very proud of our Development team for passionately endeavouring to innovate and drive development on products that have the power to transform the industry.”
LAI Games wins AMOA Innovator Award for HYPERpitch HYPERpitch is a single or double-player baseball-style pitching game that challenges players to compete for the fastest, most
The jungle-themed cabinet features a screen surround, a fully lit Jumanji gameboard that tracks players’ progress, dedicated player speakers, and all- around artwork that offers flexibility in presenting the game on site. The huge marquee with the film characters is a great feature drawing players to the cabinet.
accurate throw. The skill game features dynamic lights that chase the ball down the HYPER Tunnel while explosive sound effects create an incredible sensation of power as the ball hits the target. Real-time sports commentary adds to the fun, competitive atmosphere as each player gets three attempts to pitch a ball at the bullseye. It’s an accessible, all-ages game that levels the playing field with its speed vs accuracy scoring system. Chris Brady, LAI Games VP of sales, commented: “We consider the AMOA Innovator Awardto be the premiere award in our industry, because it is voted on by operators. It is an honor for HYPERpitch to be chosen this year.” LAI Games has won numerous AMOA awards in the
past three years, for Virtual Rabbids: The Big Ride, Let’s Bounce, HYPERshoot, and the Snapshot 2 photo booth.
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