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In The Scene: Indie Arcade Wave

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Indie Arcade Wave is diving into the scene to show you how arcades are evolving. Exploring Indie game design, indie arcade games, arcade bars, and music that comes with the arcade. Each week we focus on a new game, artist, developer, arcade, or member of the arcade community. All things indie and indie arcade. All nerds welcome!

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Quarter Drop Arcade Oregon with the owner Coe | Ep 143

May 05, 2024 00:17 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we are exploring Quarter Drop Arcade. This arcade is not yet open but Coe is planning to open the Quarter Drop Arcade in 2025 or 2026. Quarter Drop Arcade will be a retro-focused arcade that will be fun for all ages. Quarter Drop Arcade will be located in or near Cottage Grove Oregon. Coe is in the process of collecting games and building a social media following for Quarter Drop Arcade. He has very informative videos on what it costs to find the games, what games he's lo...

Psychic Space Wars Indie Arcade Game with Creator Steve | Ep 142

May 03, 2024 23:57 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into a new Indie Arcade Game created by a fan of the show. Steve made a new Indie Arcade Game called Psychic Space Wars. This new Indie Arcade Game was shown at Midwest Gaming Classic in Milwaukee. Psychic Space Wars is a unique motion sensor game that is fun to play and has very tight controls. This Indie Arcade Game is a great one to check out. If you want to keep up with Psychic Space Wars be on the lookout for social media pages coming soon. Do you want to see...

Interstellar 35 Tour Arcade Marathon, Galactic Battleground | Ep 141

April 20, 2024 21:05 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into our arcade marathon, visiting 12 arcades in 14 days on our Interstellar 35 Tour. We recently took our game Galactic Battleground on an arcade marathon and demoed the game in 12 arcades in 14 days. This arcade marathon started from our base in Minnesota and went down to Houston Texas. This arcade marathon aimed to show off Galactic Battleground at as many arcades as possible in two weeks. The arcade marathon started at Free Play Dallas from there we went to The...

Food Fight Frenzy By Slackerz-Inc and Retro Arcade Remake | Ep 140

March 30, 2024 21:15 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we are excited to announce Food Fight Frenzy. Food Fight Frenzy is an official Atari license developed by Slackerz-Inc and Retro Arcade Remake. Food Fight Frenzy is a 4-player free for all food fight battle royale. Retro Arcade tasked us with turning the classic Atari game Food Fight from 1983 into Food Fight Frenzy for modern arcade bars. We kept the game as retro and classic as possible and added the player vs player aspect to make the game more exciting. Food Fight Fre...

FlashBack RetroPub arcade OKC with Jose Rodriguez | Ep 139 In The Scene

March 30, 2024 16:49 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into FlashBack RetroPub arcade. Jose Rodriguez, the owner of FlashBack RetroPub arcade in Oklahoma City, joins us. Jose sits down with us and tells us what it took to start up FlashBack RetroPub arcade, what it takes to find a location, and what it took to open up his second location. Jose is a very studious guy when it comes to finding the perfect location for an arcade, if you are looking to open your own arcade you can learn a lot from his strategies. FlashBac...

Arcade 92 Owner Michael, Flower Mound and McKinney Texas | Ep 138

March 08, 2024 02:21 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into Arcade 92 with the Owner Michael. Arcade 92 has been around for a few years in Mckinney Texas and has recently opened a second location in Flower Mound Texas. Arcade 92 is a great arcade with games for everyone. Michael joins us to talk about how he named Arcade 92, some of his earliest gaming memories, how he started Arcade 92, and what he sees for the future of the arcade space in indie arcade games. Arcade 92 has a great mix of classic arcade games, modern...

Electric Bat Arcade with the Owners Rachel and Cale | Ep 137

February 22, 2024 16:08 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive back into Electric Bat Arcade. Electric Bat Arcade is a pinball-focused arcade in Tempe, Arizona. I'm honored to have the owners of Electric Bat Arcade Rachel and Cale with me this week to hear what they are all about. I had Rachel on the show in episode 69 to get the story of how Electric Bat Arcade started. This time around we hear more about what games they have, what the community means to them, What they think about indie games and homebrew pins, as well as wh...

Geeks Mania Madison With Kyle The Owner | Ep 135

February 11, 2024 23:53 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into Geeks Mania Madison. I met Kyle the owner of Geeks Mania Madison at Midwest Gaming Classic in 2018. Geeks Mania Madison had been running for years before that and they had a booth at the show. Kyle tells us about what he has learned since opening Geeks Mania Madison and how the arcade has changed. After meeting with Doc Mack of Galloping Ghosts, Kyle changed how he ran Geeks Mania Madison, which helped the arcade grow. If you are looking for a cool arcade to ...

Free Play Arcade Texas With Corey and Arthur | Ep 136

February 11, 2024 21:53 - 52 minutes - 48 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into the history of Free Play Arcade Texas. We are joined by Corey Hyden the CEO of Free Play Arcade Texas and Arthur Williams the Head of Special Projects at Free Play Arcade Texas. We learn about how Free Play Arcade Texas started with its first location in Richardson, how Corey went from being a corporate litigation attorney to an arcade collector, and so much more about Free Play Arcade Texas. The game selection at Free Play Arcade Texas is unmatched not just...

Perfect Pour Indie Arcade Game From DSM Arcades | Ep 134

January 17, 2024 16:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into another Indie Arcade Game. We have Dan the owner of DSM Arcade with us to talk about his new Indie Arcade Game Perfect Pour. DSM Arcade specializes in making Indie Arcade Games from established indie games like Nidhogg 2 and Switch N Shoot. For his newest and first DSM original Indie Arcade Game Perfect Pour, he teamed up with the developer of Switch N Shoot Matt Glanville. We discussed the idea for this new Indie Arcade Game Perfect Pour and how he created i...

The Story Of Round Two Dallas With The Owner Kendall | Ep 133

January 16, 2024 14:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we check out Round Two Dallas. Kendall joins us to talk about how he started Round Two Dallas and how it worked out to be next to his first business on the block Another Round. Round Two Dallas stands out in Dallas because they have a bit of everything, modern and retro consoles, board games, indie arcade games, and retro arcade cabinets. Kendall gives great advice on running an arcade and dives into what the plans are for Round Two Dallas in the future. Round Two Dallas is...

Lowry Parcade and Indie Arcade Games with Owner Rob Leonard | Ep 132

December 31, 2023 20:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we check out Lowry Parcade. Rob Leonard owns Lowry Parcade in Tampa Florida. Lowry Parcade is a well-known arcade bar in the Tampa area with a great selection of games and tap beers. Rob came on the show to talk about what it was like to start Lowry Parcade, what he loves about running Lowry Parcade, and what indie games he could bring to Lowry Parcade in the future. We also spoke about what it was like being in the arcade documentary Token Taverns and how he was glad Bob w...

IAAPA 2023 with Arcade Heroes | Ep 131

December 30, 2023 02:26 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we speak with Arcade Heroes again. We have Adam the owner of Arcade Heroes arcade news website and Arcade Galactic in Utah. Arcade Heroes is my favorite source for news about what's coming out for new arcade games. Arcade Heroes went to IAAPA 2023 and this is a show that is tough for me to make it out to and is one of the biggest shows of the year for the amusement space. We spoke with Arcade Heroes about what IAAPA is about and how to stand out as a smaller developer. IA...

Make Indie Arcade Games at PRGE 2023 | Ep 130

December 05, 2023 20:40 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MB

How to make indie arcade games. This week we visit our panel at Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2023. Our panel was all about how to Make Indie Arcade Games. We talk about design, development engines, cabinet building, placing the first cabinet, and so much more. if you have ever wondered about how to Make Indie Arcade Games this panel will send you in the right direction. We had Tony Hauber of DeathBall, Rob Howland of Armed and Gelatinous, and myself from Galactic Battleground sharing our tips ...

High Scores Arcade With The Owners Shawn and Meg | Ep 129

December 05, 2023 00:21 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into High Scores Arcade. The Califonia Arcades High Scores Arcade owners join us to tell their stories. High Scores Arcade started in New Jersey in 2010 and has moved across the country to settle in Alameda and Monterey. High Scores Arcade became necessary after Shawn and Meg filled their one-bedroom apartment with 19 arcade games and thought maybe starting an arcade was the move. High Scores Arcade was born and has been in 4 locations, Alameda has been around for 1...

Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2023 with Dylan and Anthony | Ep 126

November 13, 2023 15:18 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

Eh, Yo! This week, I spoke with Dylan and Anthony of Ground Kontrol about their local gathering at Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2023. Dylan and Anthony both volunteered at Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2023 to make the Ground Kontrol booth and the free play arcade. Anthony has been with Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2023 for a while now, coordinating the freeplay arcade. We talk about what Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2023 has to offer. Portland Retro Gaming Expo 2023 is all about gaming culture and ...

Ground Kontrol Arcade Bar in Portland Oregon with Dylan | Ep 125

November 13, 2023 15:18 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we jump into Ground Kontrol. We spoke with Anthony Dandrea a Co-Owner and Dylan the promotion manager. We get a quick history lesson on Ground Kontrol from Anthony, what games Ground Kontrol has, and how Dylan got involved with Ground Kontrol. Have you been to Ground Kontrol in Portland Oregon? Ground Kontrol is one of the oldest retro arcades in the country and has influenced a lot of modern arcade bars. We touch on the growing pinball scene at Ground Kontrol and why Gro...

The Galactix Arcade Astoria Oregon with Jeremy and Marcus | Ep 124

November 13, 2023 15:18 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we sit down with Marcus Liotta and Jeremy Towsey-French to talk about The Galactix Arcade and Taphouse. The Galactix Arcade is a futuristic-looking arcade in Astoria Oregon with killer games and a ton of great ciders. The Galactix Arcade is hidden away in the basement of a brick building but upon opening the door you find a spaceport. The Galactix Arcade was a dream of Marcus, and Jeremy brought the Cider! Jeremy owns a great cidery in Astoria called Fortune & Glory. The Ga...

Token Taverns Documentary with Creator Bob Rose | Ep 122

November 13, 2023 15:17 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

This week we watched the Token Taverns Documentary. I have been waiting for a film about the arcade bar space and Token Taverns Documentary delivers. Bob Rose an arcade enthusiast and filmmaker created Token Taverns Documentary to showcase some of the awesome arcade bars in this country. Token Taverns Documentary tells the story of three arcades in Tampa Bay, Florida from the arcade owner's perspective. From 2019 until 2022, through all of the uncertainty of lockdowns. Token Taverns Documenta...

Game Changers Arcade With Co-Owner Maurice Berry | Ep 119

November 13, 2023 15:16 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into Game Changers Arcade. Game Changers Arcade is a custom-built modular arcade system. Game Changers Arcade is a system that folds up and can be brought anywhere with the convenience of modern systems to play all the new console games. Game Changers Arcade is a small business based in Chicago that is Co-Owned by Maurice Berry. Game Changers Arcade came to be when Maurice wanted to put an arcade cabinet in his basement but couldn't fit a traditional cabinet down th...

Heroes of Gaming Podcast With Vlad | Ep 128

November 12, 2023 19:34 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into the Heroes of Gaming Podcast. This is a show that I enjoy and listen to. Vlad explores the Heroes of Gaming on his show, people like Kyle Herbert, Master Daniel Pesina, Garry Schyman, Mark Turmell, Jeffery P Lee, and so many more. I got to talk to Vlad about why he started Heroes of Gaming Podcast, what the goal behind Heroes of Gaming Podcast is, and what some of his favorite interviews were. We talk about video games from our past and why they still matter to...

Avian Knights: Indie Arcade Developers Luke and Issac | Ep 127

November 06, 2023 16:24 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we meet some new indie arcade developers at Alan-1. Avian Knights is made by new Indie Arcade Developers in Utah. These new Indie Arcade Developers at Alan-1 took a lot of inspiration from classic arcade games like Joust, and it shows. Avian Knights is a crazy indie arcade game that has multiple cabinet designs and game modes to enjoy. Play solo and go for the high score or grab some friends and play up to 8-players at a time. These Indie Arcade Developers even made the game...

Pixel Paradise Arcade with Devon & Maeve | Ep 123

October 08, 2023 16:45 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we explore Pixel Paradise Arcade in Ontario Canada. We have the pleasure of speaking with the owners of Pixel Paradise Arcade Devon and Maeve to hear what it is like running a Canadian arcade. Pixel Paradise Arcade has a large selection of arcade games including a bunch of linked driving games. Pixel Paradise Arcade is the place to go if you want to play multiplayer games with your friends. Pixel Paradise Arcade also has a ton of big Sega games that you can't find anywhere....

Indie arcade game Development and Deathball 2? | Ep 121

September 18, 2023 17:09 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

Tony brings up some of his favorite places for inspiration in game development. Why he decided to develop indie arcade games and what the future of the indie arcade game space needs to continue to grow. He also talks about the idea of Deathball 2, when do you create a new indie arcade game and how long do you continue to update the ones you've made already? If you like what we are doing here at Indie Arcade Wave don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. It means the world to us and will j...

Galloping Ghosts Arcade and Dark Presence With Doc Mack | Ep 120

September 10, 2023 02:29 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into Galloping Ghosts Arcade. We have the owner of Galloping Ghosts Arcade Doc Mack with us this week. Doc has been with Galloping Ghosts Arcade since they opened in 2010. Galloping Ghosts Arcade is the world's largest arcade, holding over 900 games on the floor. Galloping Ghosts Arcade is one of the only arcades in the world where you can play Primal Rage 2, Time Traveler, and so many other rare games in one place. Galloping Ghosts Arcade even has the only NARC in ...

Relocating Space Bar Arcade with Will Hay | Ep 118

July 19, 2023 13:40 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we have our friend Will Hay the Co-owner of Space Bar Arcade. Will is here to talk about what it's like relocating your arcade. Space Bar Arcade is an arcade that has been in the exact location for over 10 years in Boise Idaho. This last year they moved Space Bar Arcade to a new location. What does that look like? What does it take? What was money like? Will let us know how the move of Space Bar Arcade went and what to expect if you want to move your arcade. We have had Wi...

Retrovolt Arcade Calimesa California With Owner Bob | Ep 117

June 15, 2023 16:55 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into Retrovolt Arcade. I love showcasing cool arcades and Retrovolt Arcade is one of those arcades. I have been talking with Bob for a while now and we finally get to dive into his arcade Retrovolt Arcade. Bob loved arcades from a young age growing up in the UK. Retrovolt Arcade came to be when his wife said you have a lot of games why not open an arcade? Bob tells us all about what it was like opening Retrovolt Arcade and what his journey has been like with Retrovo...

Prince Arcade with the Owner Jeremy Fox | Ep 116

May 15, 2023 15:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into Prince Arcade with the owner Jeremy Fox. How did you start Prince Arcade? We dive into the history of Prince Arcade with Jeremy and all of the restorations they do at Prince Arcade. After speaking with Doc and James, I had to hear more about Prince Arcade. We dive more into the business side of how much more you should expect in repairs, the free-play model, and when you should be open depending on your arcade. If you end up in Illinois you should check out Pri...

Vintage Vault Arcade With The Owner James Srnec | Ep 115

May 10, 2023 14:30 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into Vintage Vault Arcade. We had the pleasure of getting to know the owner of Vintage Vault Arcade James Srenc this week. James has a unique story of how he opened Vintage Vault Arcade. James started his addiction just like other collectors, getting a game and playing with friends. He enjoyed it so much that he bought more games with the money he made DJing with some of the largest DJs in the world. As he collected too many games for his house he opened Vintage Vau...

Indie Arcade Game Development Panel at MGC 2023 | Ep 114

May 08, 2023 15:57 - 56 minutes - 52 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into indie arcade game development with our panel at Midwest Gaming Classic 2023. The Galactic Battleground team and Tony the creator of DeathBall talk about Indie arcade game development. How we got started in indie arcade game development, hurdles of Indie arcade game development, repairs and cabinets for indie arcade game development, and more in the space. You will learn about how Galactic Battleground and DeathBall came into existence, and what it takes to get...

House Of The Gundead Arcade With Chris Cruz | Ep 113

April 15, 2023 22:29 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

Eh, Yo! Welcome to another dive into the indie arcade wave. This week we have Chris Cruz to talk about House Of The Gundead Arcade. Chris Cruz is the Creative Director of the Griffin Aerotech team behind House Of The Gundead Arcade. House Of The Gundead Arcade is a game in the Enter The Gungeon game by Dodge Roll and published by Devolver Digital. Chris tells us what it was like to work on House Of The Gundead Arcade, from getting a connection with Devolver Digital, pitching another game, wo...

Super Abari Game Bar Charlotte Arcade with Owner Zach | Ep 112

March 25, 2023 19:39 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Eh, Yo! Super Abari Game Bar is what we dive into this week. Super Abari Game Bar in Charlotte North Carolina is run and owned by Zach Pulliam. This Charlotte arcade is well-known and loved in the community. Super Abari Game Bar does many things to set itself apart from other arcades in the country, like having unique indie arcade games such as Killer Queen, Foiled, Crab Volleyball, and Nidhogg 2. As well as a giant Gameboy that you can play at Super Abari Game Bar. By means of Charlotte ar...

Thunderball South American Indie Game With Nando and Hernan | Ep 111

March 17, 2023 22:05 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Eh, Yo! This week Thunderball is a South American indie game. Thunderball is a South American indie game from Lemon Chili Games. Nando is the developer behind the game with the assistance of Hernan from Videogamo Inc. We have had Hernan on before to talk about South American indie games. The other games we have talked about are NAVE and Dobotone. We talked about what it was like bringing Thunderball from an idea to the streets of Argentina. The South American indie game scene is growing, Nan...

Hive City Classic III & Indie City Classic Recap | Ep 110

March 12, 2023 18:41 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

Eh, Yo! This week, I recap my trip to South Florida for the Hive City Classic. These are the top 3 arcades in South Florida. While attending Hive City Classic and the Indie City Classic at Glitch Bar, I was able to visit two other arcades. These are my top 3 arcades in South Florida. I have had Rick and Eddie on the show before, and their arcades did not disappoint. The top 3 arcades in south Florida, in my opinion, are these. Glitch Bar, Arcade Odyssey, and Flynn's Gaming are for sure my Top...

Arcades Today with Jakejames Lugo | Ep 109

February 28, 2023 19:04 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we talk about arcades today with Jakejames Lugo. A lot of people want to know how arcades are today. We dive into arcades past as Jake remembers it. We talk about what Indie Arcade Games are doing for arcades today. Jake is a creator in the video game space and he is sponsored by Flynn's arcade and more in Margate Florida. Jake talks to us about his history with arcades and what he thinks of arcades today.   If you like what we are doing here at Indie Arcade Wave don't for...

Indie City Classic At The Hive City Classic Glitch Bar | EP 108

February 19, 2023 19:15 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we talk about the Indie City Classic at Glitch Bar Arcade. The Indie City Classic will take place during the Hive City Classic at Glitch Bar Arcade in Fort Lauderdale Florida. The Hive City Classic and Indie City Classic will be running at the same time from February 24th to the 26th. During this time you can play a bunch of Indie Arcade games and compete to be the Indie City Classic champion of each game. The games you can play at the Indie City Classic are Galactic Battle...

Gol-E-Gol South American Indie Game With Videogamo Inc | Ep 107

January 21, 2023 22:32 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

Eh, Yo! This week Gol-E-Gol is a South American indie game. Gol-E-Gol is a South American indie game from Video Gamo Inc. We have had Hernan and Maximo on before to talk about South American indie games. The other games we have talked about are NAVE and Dobotone. We talked about what it was like bringing Gol-E-Gol from Argentina to New York for the No Quarter showcase. The South American indie game scene is growing, Hernan and Maximo tell us about new projects they are seeing and where they ...

The Story Of Galloping Ghosts Arcade With Doc Mack | Ep 106

January 08, 2023 19:07 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into Galloping Ghosts Arcade. We have the owner of Galloping Ghosts Arcade Doc Mack with us this week. Doc has been with Galloping Ghosts Arcade since they opened in 2010. Galloping Ghosts Arcade is the world's largest arcade, holding over 900 games on the floor. Galloping Ghosts Arcade is one of the only arcades in the world you can play Primal Rage 2, Time Traveler, and so many other rare games in one place. Galloping Ghosts Arcade even has the only NARC in the wo...

MAGFest 2023 with Socks and Dac | Ep #105

December 31, 2022 20:14 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into MAGFest. We have Dac the Communications Director of MAGFest and Socks the Gaming Division Head and one of the Indie Arcade Department Heads at MAGFest. We brought these two on to learn more about MAGFest 2023. What is the MAGFest all about and what can you expect when you go. We talk about what MAGFest has to offer and why these two fell in love with MAGFest the first time they ever went. MAGFest 2023 will be held from January 5th-8th of 2023. If you are looki...

Game Changers Arcade With Co-Owner Maurice Berry | Ep 104

December 23, 2022 18:10 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into Game Changers Arcade. Game Changers Arcade is a custom-built modular arcade system. Game Changers Arcade is a system that folds up and can be brought anywhere with the convenience of modern systems to play all the new console games. Game Changers Arcade is a small business based in Chicago that is Co-Owned by Maurice Berry. Game Changers Arcade came to be when Maurice wanted to put an arcade cabinet in his basement but couldn't fit a traditional cabinet down th...

IAAPA 2022 and Exa Arcadia with Arcade Heroes | Ep 103

December 10, 2022 23:47 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

Eh, Yo! This week on In The Scene we dive into IAAPA 2022 and what's new with Exa Arcadia. Adam Pratt of Arcade Heroes come on the show to talk about IAAPA 2022 and what he found there. IAAPA 2022 was held in Orlando this year and is known as the largest show in the arcade and entertainment space. IAAPA 2022 stands for The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions.    Adam will walk us through what he found interesting at this year's IAAPA 2022 and what was new from Raw T...

Throwback: Jai Alai Heroes Come To The Arcade | Ep 102

November 18, 2022 22:54 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we talk Jai Alai. More specifically Throwback: Jai Alai Heroes by Astro Crow Games. Throwback: Jai Alai Heroes was first introduced in episode 46. Brian and Caris took their game Throwback: Jai Alai Heroes from a 4-player game to a 2-player game so that It could go into their prototype cabinet. Throwback: Jai Alai Heroes can be played at Free Play Florida this week and in the near future at Glitch Bar Arcade in Fort Lauderdale Florida.   We dive into how Throwback! Jai Ala...

KungFu Kickball Indie Game With Jonah | Ep 101

November 12, 2022 19:24 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Eh, Yo! KungFu Kickball is a new indie arcade game you need to check out. Kungfu Kickball was made by Jonah who is an indie game developer in New York. Jonah made Kungfu Kickball over the last couple of years and just got it put into an arcade cabinet and joined the line-up at Wonderville Arcade. Kungfu kickball is a 4 player indie game that plays like a cross between smash bros and Rocket League. Kungfu Kickball came to be because Jonah wanted to make a multiplayer game that would be fun to ...

Wonderville NYC Indie Arcade Bar With Co-Owner Mark Kleeb | Ep 100

November 05, 2022 16:17 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MB

Eh, Yo! Welcome to episode 100. This week we dive into an Indie Arcade bar in Brooklyn New York called Wonderville Arcade. Wonderville stands out from the crowd by only having Indie Arcade Games. Mark Kleeb is the guy to go to about building Indie Arcade Games. He teaches a class on how to build cabinets and has been building for over 12 years. Wonderville Indie Arcade has 23 games that are all indie arcade titles made by developers in the New York scene or other small teams from around the w...

Wonderville NYC Indie Arcade Bar With Owner Mark Kleeb | Ep 100

November 05, 2022 16:17 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MB

Eh, Yo! Welcome to episode 100. This week we dive into an Indie Arcade bar in Brooklyn New York called Wonderville Arcade. Wonderville stands out from the crowd by only having Indie Arcade Games. Mark Kleeb is the guy to go to about building Indie Arcade Games. He teaches a class on how to build cabinets and has been building for over 12 years. Wonderville Indie Arcade has 23 games that are all indie arcade titles made by developers in the New York scene or other small teams from around the w...

Terramachi Indie Game From Real Noise Labs With Pat | Ep 99

October 28, 2022 16:02 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into Terramachi: Battle Card Game. Terramachi is an indie game developed by Real Noise Labs. These guys (Pat and Drew) are local game developers that I found at 2D Con in Minneapolis. Terramachi is a card battling monster evolving game in which you build a team and auto-battle your way to victory. Pat came to the show today to discuss what Terramachi is and what players can expect when playing the game.   If you are interested in playing Terramachi join their disco...

Crab Volleyball Indie Arcade Game With Dev Ammar Ahmed | Ep 98

October 22, 2022 00:18 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into a new Indie arcade game called Crab Volleyball. Indie Arcade Games are coming out more and more. This indie arcade game I found a few years ago at queens gone wild at glitch bar in South Florida. I knew Ammar, and he said he wanted me to check out his new indie arcade game. That was the first time I played Crab Volleyball and it is a fantastic indie arcade game.    Ammar has been working on Crab Volleyball and has finally built a dedicated arcade cabinet for i...

Arcade Arena With Matt Ames and Tony Biele | In The Scene Ep 97

September 26, 2022 16:05 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into Arcade Arena. This is a new project in Minnesota. Arcade Arena is an Idea from Matt Ames. Arcade Arena is a multiplayer environment in which you use giant touch screens, motion trackers, and arcade controls to play the games. Arcade Arena comes with multiple games to play that are great for all ages.   Now Arcade Arena isn't like most of the projects that I cover here on Indie Arcade Wave but I think this is a very cool and unique project that could be great f...

What it's like being a coin op, StarPort Arcade With Chris Meyers | Ep 96

September 06, 2022 21:03 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we speak with Christopher Meyers on What it's like being a coin op. Chris is a significant operator on the east coast. His business includes Starport Arcade and Pub in West Virginia as well as arcade games, pinball, jukeboxes, and more in 8 states on the east coast. Chris tells us what it's like being a coin op nowadays and why he loves indie arcade games. Many people want to know what it's like running an arcade but what it's like being a coin op is a question I feel isn't...

Rob's Cross Country Killer Queen Arcade Game Roadtrip | Ep 95

August 28, 2022 17:20 - 28 minutes - 16.4 MB

Eh, Yo! This week we jump into Killer Queen Arcade Game. We speak with Rob Howland co-owner of Three flip studios tells us about his cross-country trip playing Killer Queen Arcade Game as much as he can. Rob had to make a cross-country trip to get his car from Connecticut all the way to Oregon. He stopped at over a dozen arcades on his way to Killer Queen Arcade Game with as many scenes as possible. Rob is one of the developers behind Armed and Gelatinous. Since he moved to Portland he has be...

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