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An ocean-themed arcade prize display grouping plush sea creatures, toys and candy.

Creating “A Moment” for Prize Redemption

Basic merchandising is the foundation that all redemption rooms need to seamlessly operate, but by incorporating elements of surprise and spectacle,...

Video preview: Maximizing Your Redemption Business: Insights from Industry Experts on Cranes and Merchandisers

Maximizing Your Redemption Business: Insights from Industry Experts on Cranes and Merchandisers

Maximizing your redemption business goes beyond just focusing on the redemption center itself. Cranes and other merchandising games play a significant...

A friendly employee helps a delighted child choose a prize at a clean arcade redemption counter.

Customer Service in Redemption

The Redemption Counter is the last place your guests are going to visit before leaving your building, so it is very...

Close-up of a coin pusher arcade machine with tokens and chips stacked at the edge of a moving shelf.

The Art of Arcade Success: The Essential Mix of Coin Pusher Games

In the world of arcade gaming, coin pushers stand out as a cornerstone of the entertainment experience. These machines not only...

Contemporary bowling center with sleek lanes, lounge seating, and laser tag and VR areas nearby.

The Bowling Alley Business in 2024

Striking Success Amidst Evolving Trends In 2024, the business of bowling continues to roll forward, adapting to changing demographics, technology advancements,...

Four adults play doubles pickleball on a sunny outdoor court.

Business Lessons Learned From The Pickleball Court

There’s a new game in town called pickleball. It’s a fun sport and a great way to learn business lessons. Here...

Upgraded bowling lanes glow with immersive LED lighting and projections in a sleek modern center.

Upgrades That Deliver

From Social Media Buzz to Gamified Fun, Elevating Experiences with Trendsetting Upgrades

Video preview: Leverage Your Staff’s Special Skills

Leverage Your Staff’s Special Skills

Russ Van Natta from Creative Works interviews Scott Logan from Grand Station Entertainment about how to leverage your staff’s special skills....

Video preview: Why the Bumper Guard Sticker Is Important

Why the Bumper Guard Sticker Is Important

Click below to watch Cameron Linder, CEO of Western Bowling Proprietors Insurance, explain the danger of a missing bumper guard sticker...

A retail-style arcade redemption store with tiered shelves of plush toys, gadgets and candy as kids browse.

Wait…I’m in retail??? The Importance of Well-Merchandised Redemption Experience

When creating a memorable arcade experience within a bowling center, one crucial element often overlooked is the redemption counter or store....

Automated lane conditioning machine applies oil to a glossy bowling lane in an empty center.

10 Frequently Asked Questions About Conditioning Lanes

Before making any adjustments to the conditioner pattern, make sure that your lane machine is cleaning properly. Question: Ball reaction is...

A game technician repairs an open arcade machine on a colorful entertainment center game floor.

What I wish I had known before starting my Entertainment Center

While at a recent conference, I joined a discussion about things that many operators need help with or get wrong about...