Arenas with arcade games in the concourse area offer an exciting blend of entertainment, combining the thrill of live sports with the nostalgia of classic arcade fun. From basketball to Bubble Hockey, fans can immerse themselves in the action of the game while taking breaks to enjoy arcade games. These gaming zones create vibrant atmospheres, catering to fans of all ages and interests, and make the arena experience even more memorable and engaging.
One example of this is the Play Boston arcade, conveniently located just a stone’s throw away from TD Garden. It shares the same concourse entrance, making it an ideal pre- or post-game destination for sports fans. TD Garden is home to the Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics, plus countless other events throughout the year. With its diverse range of arcade games, from ICE’s redemption games Treasure Quest and Whack-N-Win to our competitive sports games Super Chexx and NBA GameTime, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Dan Coppola, Vice President, has this to say regarding ICE games being in other professional sports venues “we have seen the Cincinnati Reds put in a small game room, while the Denver Nuggets and San Antonio Spurs each have our basketball game in their vestibule areas, themed to their teams. Meanwhile, the Montreal Canadiens have Super Chexx at the Bell Centre. Before the game or even during a break in the action, the arcade games offer fans an added game day experience.
“With ICE’s licensed games with the NHL-on-NHL Air FX and Super Chexx, along with our affiliation with the NBA, the synergy is incredible. Sports entertainment complexes are becoming destinations. The sporting event is the draw, yet professional teams are looking at other creative ways to keep the fans engaged while there” Coppola said.
