shrader Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 3 minutes ago, row_33 said: at a KOA campground in Vermont my cousin and I were able to scrounge out about 100 Canadian quarters that didn't go fully through the return slot on pinball machines and games, that was a great night for an 11 year old I had a similar experience at the old Buffalo while waiting for someone. I did the usual kid thing of hitting the coin return button on a Breakout machine and the quarters came pouring out. We were kings that day, playing the game non-stop. I've always gotten a good laugh when I see people who always test those buttons and check the coin slot on vending machines, even though it paid off big time for me that day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 18 minutes ago, shrader said: I had a similar experience at the old Buffalo while waiting for someone. I did the usual kid thing of hitting the coin return button on a Breakout machine and the quarters came pouring out. We were kings that day, playing the game non-stop. I've always gotten a good laugh when I see people who always test those buttons and check the coin slot on vending machines, even though it paid off big time for me that day. the Canadian quarter was a bit thicker than the US, would wedge with just enough for a fingernail to dig into it the second night they told us no-go on exchanging them... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 Midway 1943. Awesome game (as I can recall it) at a local roller rink growing up, that was always my refuge from elementary/jr high school drama during skate parties in late 80’s very early 90’s lol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Gal Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 Centipede, and only Centipede. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 19 hours ago, Gugny said: Anyone remember Dragon's Lair? I used to be able to finish that game. It was at a local supermarket, of all places. Absolutely. It was the first role-playing "make a choice" arcade game. Also the first game for Sega CD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 2 hours ago, Pete said: Funny I know these two artsy, genius, sisters. About 6 years ago, I was hanging with one-and she told me she would kick my ass at Galaga. I grew up in arcades, and said no way- we need to find a Galaga machine. Well we found one at Cutlers Record shop in New Haven. She kicked my ass! I never saw a Galaga wiz like her! She got over 200,000! During a few week stretch of med school, I played Galaga quite a bit. Actually got to 999,998 and then died. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 19 hours ago, Gugny said: Anyone remember Dragon's Lair? I used to be able to finish that game. It was at a local supermarket, of all places. That game and Donkey Kong Jr., which I loved. I remember that game required a lot of quarters and had a steep learning curve — not to mention some GBID approved graphics. There were a lot of good ones: USA/USSR bubble hockey (LW had the long stick) Pole Position Astroids Tron Burger Time Donkey Kong MC Centipede 12 hours ago, Mark Vader said: Tempest Thats the one I was just trying to remember! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 19 hours ago, Gugny said: Anyone remember Dragon's Lair? I used to be able to finish that game. It was at a local supermarket, of all places. That game and Donkey Kong Jr., which I loved. I was obsessed with Dragon's Lair, and I lost so much money on it. I could never beat that game. Space Ace was a lot of fun too, and more improved since they gave you even more multiple choices in playing as Dexter or Ace. Great animation from Don Bluth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 (edited) 2 hours ago, Royale with Cheese said: No one on here could beat me in Street Fighter II. Vega or Ryu and I will sleep all of you. Someone challenge my statement! $300. check out all t he different editions. 2 hours ago, shrader said: So how long did this hunt for a Galaga machine take? look no further. Edited December 4, 2018 by teef Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 1 minute ago, teef said: $300. check out all t he different edditions. look no further. Ummmmmm.....I think you just found something I'm adding to my Christmas list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 2 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: Ummmmmm.....I think you just found something I'm adding to my Christmas list. they're awesome. they're short, so you can buy a stand with it if need be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 1 minute ago, teef said: they're awesome. they're short, so you can buy a stand with it if need be. Short like Verne Troyer (RIP) short or short like Drew Brees as a QB short? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoBills808 Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 I played that snake game on my old cell phone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 3 hours ago, shrader said: The Mount Washington hotel up in NH has a room that looks almost exactly like that. I would have asked if that's where this was, but I don't think they're a place that has changed names. Nope, the hotel I was at is the western edge of PA, almost on the border with Ohio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 Commodore Pet had the best Pacman game with Pacman repped by the "less than - <" symbol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 27 minutes ago, row_33 said: Commodore Pet had the best Pacman game with Pacman repped by the "less than - <" symbol Speak English please, you're making me jealous! ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdutton Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 Joust. Once played for about 6 hours straight and racked up 8 million points before quitting with 23 extra players in reserve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 1 hour ago, Royale with Cheese said: Short like Verne Troyer (RIP) short or short like Drew Brees as a QB short? somewhere in the middle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 This thread has inspired me. We have this one spot in the house where we need to put something but have no idea what to get. An old arcade game would fit perfectly. I'm sure I can get the wife to go along with this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted December 4, 2018 Share Posted December 4, 2018 1 hour ago, shrader said: This thread has inspired me. We have this one spot in the house where we need to put something but have no idea what to get. An old arcade game would fit perfectly. I'm sure I can get the wife to go along with this one. rehearse your argument until you sure it is 100% foolproof let us know how it goes, we are pulling for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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