Sega has been up-front about plans to buy video properties in the U.S. and Europe. Enter Midway Games, a designer and maker of software for video-game consoles and PCs. [more information]
Sega Corp. plans to purchase European and U.S. videogame developers to expand their studios outside Japan, the company said this week. [more information]
The British coin-op industry once again displayed its incomparable ability to combine fun with charity fund raising at the recent Coinslot Golf Classic, which was held at the Carden Park course in the north-west of England. [more information]
With increases in teams, stadiums, camera views, replays and graphics, the latest version of Virtua Striker 2002 will be released at the end of October. [more information]
Machineguard – UK are pleased to announce that the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) has granted them status as an Umbrella Body. This means they will be able to access criminal record information, through a new service called Disclosure. [more information]
Happ Controls Europe has now become the sole distributor for Western and Eastern Europe in the Gaming and Gambling sectors for the company "General Touch" a China based seller of touchscreens. [more information]
Stern Pinball is proud to announce the release of their new pinball machine, ROLLERCOASTER TYCOON®. The ROLLERCOASTER TYCOON pinball machine is designed by Pat Lawlor Design. [more information]
As part of an ongoing commitment to its customers, the JVL Corporation have launch their new corporate website. The new streamlined design offers a superior user experience with cutting edge design. [more information]
Virtra Systems has been awarded patent number 6,374,208 by the United States Patent and Trademark Office for the company's Universe Control BoardT which was invented by Bob Ferris, VirTra Systems' president. [more information]
UK machine manufacturer Project Coin has announced its decision to enter the casino sector and has confirmed a production schedule which will see the launch of five dedicated products by October. [more information]
At Mall of America, Twin Galaxies' Video Game Festival Features PS2 and X-Box Contests Sponsored by Midway, Sega and Altus now in its 2nd year at the Mall of America. [more information]
Konami have begun testing their latest game, Winning Eleven, a soccer game featuring a new card reader system with game players developing their team's skills. Also, IGS has released their new game on their motherboard system titled, Demon Front. [more information]
Publisher Midway Games has seen over 50 per cent knocked off its share price in the past few days, following a warning that it will report far lower than expected revenues in its second quarter financials, and consequently, far higher losses than expected. [more information]
Virtua Tennis II GD Rom upgrade kits now in stock. Upgrade your older style Naomi I game boards, such as Zombie Revenge, Virtua Striker 2000, into Virtua Tennis II GD Rom. [more information]
Allen Morris knew time was running out. Mr. Morris, the owner of Augusta's A&M Amusements, got rid of his entire gambling machine inventory Thursday, just in time for the deadline set by the Georgia Supreme Court. [more information]
RealNetworks has launched a new subscription service that delivers video games over the Internet as the digital media leader seeks to diversify to offset slower growth elsewhere. [more information]
„Yes to entertainment, no to illegal gambling" was the motto with which many people took to the streets of Greek Thessaloniki in mid-June to draw attention to the imminent ban of all types of electronic entertainment terminals. [more information]
As the AEE show Singapore fast approaches, LAI is having a private preview of the latest LAI Games Redemption Games, prior to the show the event will be a Cocktail Reception at Timezone Entertainment Center in Signapore. [more information]
The Namco Station at London's County Hall became a television studio for the day when a film crew from Gamer.TV hosted a programme on the world's leading arcade video games. [more information]
We have just received word from the arcade centre to clear the stock of Bowlingo ($24,995usd for 4 lanes) and Hi Striker ($10,995usd). [more information]
We are clearing all our stocks in our warehouse to make room for new shipments. To view the specials, please browse our product section. [more information]
The importance of social responsibility as global gaming market enters biggest boom period. ‘Social responsibility' has become the phrase of the moment for gambling operators throughout the world. [more information]
Gaelco announces the European release of their latest sport video game, "Gaelco Football". A realistic and high action football game with a ball interface that provides multiple possibilities of game play. [more information]
Namco Europe has announced the formation of a new division to supply Namco games and other applications to web based and mobile technology platforms. [more information]
Classic gamers, coming from far away places like Pennsylvania, Alberta Province, Florida, California, Chicago and even Australia, met in New Hampshire to crown the "kings" of classic gaming. [more information]
Sega have decided to do something a little different this year in a bid to raise money for charity this Summer. On July 27th 6 brave souls will endeavour to scale the 3 highest peaks in Britain one after the other! [more information]
Rowe is set to release their latest countertop Touchscreen unit "The Gemstar". Featuring a Jukebox, Internet access & also thanks to Ecast incorporates Version 3.0 of Midway software into the Gemstar unit. [more information]
Namco has announced the Europe-wide launch of Soul Calibur II, the highly anticipated sequel to the record breaking combat video game, Soul Calibur. Featuring a combination of the 18 characters from the popular original and a quartet of new combatants. [more information]
Sammy's 2D fighting game Guilty Gear XX - The Midnight Carnival was released last week. The game features 16 returning Characters and 4 new characters. [more information]
Sega has announced this week their strong policy of stopping the supply, distribution and use of the Naomi style copy cabinets which are found mainly in the Italian market. [more information]
NAMOA, in conjunction with the Australian Vending Association (AVA) is holding a Trade Show "The Amusement and Vending Exhibition" at the Sydney Showground on Friday 1- Saturday 2 November 2002. [more information]
Next year's ATEI and ICE events will take place as originally planned on 21st, 22nd and 23rd of January. The court decided that the agreement between ATE and Earls Courts would take precedence over National Boat Shows Limited's agreement. [more information]
VirTra Systems, has signed a major contract with Racing Visions. VirTra System's simulator technology will be used to facilitate racing 1/4 scale, video enabled, remote controlled cars racing on a scale track. [more information]
A special new football game has been designed for all linked Websector terminals ready for the start of the 17th World Cup in Korea and Japan. [more information]
An american Company based in Pennsylvania, are broadening their scope. Tekbilt with it's touchscreen unit Xbuilt, are active seeking out and cementing partnership deals with companies world wide. [more information]
The UK based company FX Simulation have installed their U2 Mirage simulator into Namco's Wonderpark. The U2 Mirage simulator is a 2 passenger simulator where customers can choose from 6 different rides. [more information]
Please contact us if you have any interest in Virtua Tennis II kits or upgrade kits. Our shipment is expected in the next 4 weeks and will include full kits, GD Rom upgrade kits, or software only. [more information]
Brand new GD Rom upgrade kits including Dimm Board, GD Rom, cables, and choice of software now available. By using your naomi I PCB upgrade to Virtua Golf, Virtua Tennis I / II, Capcom vs SNK II, and many more. [more information]
The ATEI organised European Casino Summit will take place across Thursday 27th and Friday 28th. The ATEI advise delegates to book their rooms at the Hotel Martinez in Cannes asap as allocations are only held until 21st May. [more information]
On Thursday, May 30, 2002, Twin Galaxies will host the Video Game World Championship. The event will gather players at the famous Funspot Family Fun Center in Weirs Beach, NH, to compete for the title of "world's best" classic video gamer. [more information]
California Extreme is running their annual expo from the 6th to the 8th of september. This expo is a celebration of machines from the golden era of amusements, Hundreds of Video, Pinball and Arcade games will be on FREE-PLAY! [more information]
Konami latest DJ simulation game "Beatmania - The Final" will begin it's test phase in selected Arcades/Amusement centres across Japan on May 16th. [more information]
Sega Enterprises and the National Thoroughbred Racing Association have entered into a three-year licensing agreement designating Sega's Derby Owners Club-World Edition, a Thoroughbred breeding, training, and racing simulator, as the NTRA's official, branded interactive video game. [more information]
Stern pinball machines have been converted for disabled people to play. U Can Do, Inc. recently exhibited two converted Stern Pinball SHARKEY'S SHOOTOUT's at the Abilities Expo at the New Jersey Convention Center. [more information]
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