3 Things Arcades Should Do
Running an arcade isn’t just about plugging in some games and hoping people show up. A truly great arcade wraps you in an experience the moment you walk through the door — the kind of place that hits you with nostalgia, excitement, and the sense that you’ve just stepped into somewhere special. In our latest […]
Alexis Schrepple: Your Next Role? Arcade Hero at Time Rift!
If you spend any time on TikTok, there’s a good chance you’ve seen actress Alexis Schrepple (schuger on social) absolutely owning the screen in those hilarious shorts for Apple Sport’s car dealerships. Every time she pops up, she brings sharp timing, clever humor, and just the right amount of charm. Honestly… she makes buying a […]
Rally-X is Radar Rat Race?
Rally-X: The Namco Classic With One of the Strangest Port Histories in Arcade Gaming When fans talk about the golden age of early 1980s arcades, Rally-X often gets overlooked by the giants of the decade. Titles like Pac-Man, Galaga, and Defender tend to dominate the conversation. Yet Rally-X, released by Namco in 1980, was quietly […]
Karaoke Night at Time Rift Arcade: Bedford’s Best Night Out
If you are looking for something fun to do in the Mid-Cities, Karaoke Night at Time Rift Arcade is the place to be. The next one happens on Saturday, November 15th from 8PM to midnight, and it is always one of our most popular events. Karaoke is included with regular admission, so you can sing […]
Time Rift Arcade Turns 1 Year Old TODAY!
It’s hard to believe, but Time Rift Arcade in Bedford, TX is officially celebrating its first birthday! One year ago, we opened our doors with a dream to create a place where families, friends, and gamers of all ages could escape into a world of retro fun, flashing lights, and endless nostalgia. From day one, […]
Time Rift Arcade Sponsors Trinity High School Cheer
The Trinity High School Cheerleaders are a huge source of pride in the Hurst–Euless–Bedford community. Their energy, discipline, and ability to bring people together make them a standout program both on and off the field. This season, Time Rift Arcade is lending its support to the squad as they continue representing Trinity with the same […]
Fall 2025 Refresh Tour
Check out our Fall 2025 Refresh! We’ve refreshed the Time Rift Arcade with some great new games and fun for fall 2025! Doodle Jump, Super Bikes 2, Stern Fall of the Empire, the Claw Cave, and more! In addition, we’ve done some really cool things for halloween!
The Claw Cave: A Brand-New Claw Arcade Inside Time Rift Arcade
The Claw Cave: A Brand-New Claw Arcade Inside Time Rift Arcade Something new is lighting up the Time Rift! We’re excited to announce the opening of the Claw Cave — a glowing new claw arcade inside Time Rift Arcade in Bedford, TX, filled with plushies, prizes, and fun for all ages. What used to be […]
Free-Play Arcades vs Pay-Per-Play Arcades
Most arcade cabinets, even dating back to the early ’80s, have a simple operator setting called “free play.” Flip that option on, and the machine stops waiting for coins or credits, and it just boots straight into the game and lets players start instantly. Originally, operators used this mode for testing or for special events, […]
The Top 10 The Most Challenging Arcade Games
The most challenging arcade games were designed to push players to the limit. Unlike home consoles, arcade cabinets lived on quarters, so the harder the game, the more money it made. These games were designed with short lives, sudden deaths, and almost no forgiveness. Players had to master patterns, sharpen reflexes, and feed quarters to […]
