The Gamer Index

The Gamer Index: The UK Video Gamer Hotspots

March 14th, 2019 by Stuart Kerr - Posted in Arcade Machines

We’ve analysed metrics such as download speeds, data access, number of gaming hours and more to provide you with the UK’s gaming hotspots.

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What Does the Future of Gaming Look Like?

March 6th, 2018 by Stuart Kerr - Tags: , , ,
Posted in Arcade Machines, Simulators

What should we expect to be playing in years to come? If you need any more proof of the advancement of tech over the years, just take a look at the gaming industry. Technological developments in this sector have been staggering – from the early years of black-and-white 2D games like Pong, to complex games […]

Pool Tables For Christmas – A Buyer’s Guide

December 5th, 2017 by Will Jobbins - Posted in Games Room, Liberty Games, Pool Skills, Pool Tables, Snooker Tables, Uncategorized, Xmas

A pool table makes a great Christmas present. For adults, it’s ideal to while away the evenings, host social tournaments and get the family together. For kids, it’s a chance to learn a new game – without screens! Their hand-eye coordination will be sharpened and competitive instincts satisfied. Their friends will all want to come […]

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Is Your Coin Mech Ready for the New Pound Coin?

June 1st, 2017 by Will Jobbins - Posted in Games Room, General, How To, Repairs, Tutorials, Uncategorized

All Change The new pound coin is now in circulation alongside the old one. But are operators of coin-operated machines, such as arcades and pool tables, ready for the change?

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How Does Game-Playing Affect Your Mind & Body?

January 26th, 2017 by Stuart Kerr - Posted in Air Hockey, Arcade Machines, Games Room, Infographics, Pinball, Pool Tables, Table Football

    Ever wondered how your brain really reacts when playing games? International Fun At Work Day does exactly what it says on the tin. It encourages workplaces to do something different, building team relationships and reducing stress levels. We think games tables are ideal for office downtime. As we showed in our recent infographic, […]

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Who invented foosball?

March 21st, 2016 by Will Jobbins - Posted in Table Football

Ask who invented table football, or foosball, and you’re likely to get three different answers. We profile three of the men who have been widely credited with inventing the table football table as we know it today.

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Who Invented Table Tennis and Where Did It Originate?

March 16th, 2016 by Will Jobbins - Posted in Table Tennis

Table tennis probably originated as a high society parlour game in Britain in the late 19th century, and was developed by keen tennis players, unable to play their usual game during the winter months.

Under 21? Design, Code & Win Your Own Arcade Game!

November 10th, 2015 by Stuart Kerr - Posted in Arcade Machines

Liberty Games are offering a prize you won’t find anywhere else. You can win an arcade machine with a game you’ve created installed on it!

Air Hockey Pucks

Air Hockey: How to choose Pucks & Pushers

September 14th, 2015 by Alan Cook - Posted in Air Hockey, Tutorials

Air hockey is a long-standing arcade favourite, and with a huge range of home tables now available, even more people are honing their skills and learning more about what is arguably one of the most exciting and exhilarating table games out there.

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Air Hockey: The Rules

September 7th, 2015 by Jamie Stanford - Posted in Air Hockey, Tutorials

Air hockey is one of those games that everyone sort of knows how to play; but there are real rules, and even air hockey associations so we’ve put together a reference for those looking to bring their air hockey game up to pro-level.