Free Play Days on XBOX at Time Rift

XBOX just dropped an awesome Thanksgiving–Black Friday surprise: several titles are going FREE PLAY for the long weekend! Whether you want to dive in at home or skip the downloads and jump straight into the action at the Time Rift Arcade, these games are unlocked and ready to roll. And yep, we’ll have them set […]
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, […]
Free Play: The Hidden Feature that Changed Arcades

Arcade games have long been synonymous with the clinking of quarters and the rush of excitement as players attempt to get the most out of each coin. However, hidden within many arcade cabinets is a feature that eliminates the need for payment altogether: the “free play” setting. This option allows players to enjoy games without […]
What is an Arcade?: Episode 1

We answer the question: What is an Arcade?
Dynamo Firestorm Arduino Air Hockey Hack

Dynamo Firestorm air hockey tables modded to prevent error states.