THE ARCADE BLOG
Stories, guides, and histories from the golden age of gaming
The Rise and Fall of the Arcade: 1980-1995
From the golden age of Pac-Man to the dark days when arcades started closing their doors — a deep dive into what went wrong with the industry that defined a generation.
Pac-Man: How One Game Saved an Industry
When Space Invaders threatened to make arcades a passing fad, one yellow circle with an insatiable appetite changed everything about how we think about gaming.
The 10 Rarest Arcade Cabinets in Existence
From limited-edition space stations to unreleased prototypes — these cabinets are worth more than most cars. A collectors guide to the holy grails of arcade gaming.
How to Set Up Your Perfect Retro Gaming Station
CRTs, RGB mods, and the perfect controller — everything you need to build the ultimate retro gaming setup and relive the golden age in your own home.
The History of Konami
From jukeboxes to arcade legends — how Konami went from a small Japanese company to becoming synonymous with some of the greatest games ever made.
Why CRT Monitors Are Making a Comeback
In an age of 4K OLEDs, serious retro gamers are going back to the chunky tubes. Heres why the old technology actually provides the best gaming experience.
The Golden Age of Arcade Gaming
Between 1978 and 1986, arcade gaming went from a novelty to a cultural phenomenon. We explore the games, the players, and the venues that changed entertainment forever.
The NES Revolution: How Nintendo Rescued Gaming
When the video game crash of 1983 seemed to spell the end of gaming, Nintendo stepped in with a tiny gray box that would eventually sell over 60 million units.