This game is currently situated inside of our EXA ARC-1 game cabinet. We changed the screen orientation back to horizontal, and have also put Jitsu Squad Feat. The Samurai Pizza Cats into the same machine. We still have DoDonPachi True Death EXA Label, we’ve just moved it over to the 4K EXA cab with the giant screen. This game is 3 tokens to play, as it is a modern game with high-end graphics (likely the best graphics out of all the games we currently have).

For those who are curious about what is different or better about this particular version of the game, here’s a quick list:

• 3 Frame input lag response – The fastest, most responsive version of the game in existence!
• Improved graphics with full AA, 60 FPS, and faster load times
• Real arcade controls
• New voices and artwork, the latter produced by TEKKEN artist Junny
• Another Arcade Galactic exclusive, as no one else in Utah has this game!

Besides all that, playing these types of games is always better in the arcade, with your opponent right at your side, instead of against some anon online where network lag reduces the enjoyment of such games.

Omen of Sorrow: For the hardcore players

If you are a part of the “Fighting Game Community” (FGC), then Omen of Sorrow has been designed to reward you. The game comes with a resource game mechanic that rewards offensive and defensive play, or punishes poor players. There is also the unusual inclusion of a Training mode – our only fighter in the arcade with such a mode – that allows you to really test the characters out and get a feel for their movesets and mechanics.

Per the exA website: “Besides the usual special, EX and super moves, players are rewarded for aggressive play by gaining resources to be able to cancel any move into a special move to create devastating combos or activate Blessed mode to have access to this cancel ability for a limited amount of time. While players can escape from the opponent’s oppressive offense by using guard canceling counters, tech recoveries and escapes, they are punished for overly defensive play causing them to fall into a Doomed state which limits their available move set and prevents them from guarding consecutive attacks. Utilize the in-depth Training mode to find the ultimate combo & practice how to escape situations!“

If we find interest, then we will be happy to host some tournaments for this game in the near future. Come in to give this game a play, and bring a friend or two!

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We are truly grateful to PrimeTime Amusements for setting us up with a great deal on this game. We are also getting a new air hockey table from them, but anticipate receiving the pinball machine first. We’ll post a story about the air hockey table once that is closer to shipping. As a note, if you are looking to add some pinball to your collection, we are currently selling our The Mandalorian [Pro] and Star Trek [Premium] machines.

Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye is one of the most deep and rewarding pinball machines ever created. You become a chosen member of the Dragonshield Guild, working to defeat the dragon queen Tiamat, who is hatching a plan to rise again. These events trigger the War of Dragons, with Xanathar, Balinor and Sammaster all fighting for power. Players will experience the D&D’s fantasy world under the glass, fusing pinball with the iconic franchise like never before and you can save your character progress by using the free Stern Insider Connected app on your phone.

The Premium version of the game comes with unique art and some extra goodies that the Pro models of the game don’t have. This includes a fully animatronic Rath The Relentless dragon toy that spits out pinballs, a Rising Dungeon drop scoop that takes the player into the dungeon; a Dragon diverter to “feed the dragon,” and eight pinballs instead of six.

As of this posting, we don’t know exactly when the game will arrive, but it will definitely arrive in the month of July. Stay tuned to our social media channels (Facebook / X / YouTube) for news on its arrival. Download Stern’s Insider Connected app if you haven’t already to be ready to save your character so you can jump right in!

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As mentioned in recent days, we have made some adjustments to the layout of the arcade, putting SpaceWarp 66 back near the front and swapping that space with one of our exA-Arcadia cabinets. Speaking of that, we recently added a brand new game in the form of JITSU SQUAD FEATURING THE SAMURAI PIZZA CATS. This is an exclusive redesign of the existing Jistu Squad console game not only plays quite differently (much more action-packed and faster paced), it also has exclusive content as mentioned in the title with The Samurai Pizza Cats. We are the ONLY arcade in Utah with this game (and all of the other exA games )

Also as a quick note – we are working hard to get some games working which have been broken for a while now. In that effort, we’ve pulled Bubble Bobble 3 from the floor but replaced that with Metal Slug 6 – now working like it should! We’ll get BB3 back out once we can repair the CRT monitor (same thing with Toobin’).

We also are hoping to bring air hockey back to the arcade at some point during the summer, although there are no details to pass along on that quite yet as we haven’t decided which machine we will go with at the moment…but stay tuned!

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Nobody else in Salt Lake has as much PAC-MAN as we do as we’ve got:

–Pac-Man 25th Anniversary (featuring the original PAC-MAN game as well as Ms. Pac-Man)
–Ms. Pac-Man (original cab with Turbo software installed)
–Namco Classic Collection Vol. 2 (Also has the original Pac-Man & the unique Pac-Man Arrangement)
–Pac-Man Battle Royale Tournament Edition (special version of the software that was never widely released)

That’s six different ways to enjoy the game and the best part is that all of them except for Battle Royale are only 25¢ to play – just like they were 45 years ago! Good luck at finding anything else that’s the same price as it was almost half a century ago. Battle Royale is only 50¢ per person, so that won’t break your bank either. It’s also worth checking out the Arrangement game found on Namco Classic Collection Vol. 2, as that is a hidden gem that plays really well, but few people know about it.

Also to mark the day, we did a little bit of re-arranging on our Namco game cabs. Now, all three are snuggled up against each other, and one of our banners was moved. It’s hard to miss all of this classic, dot-eating goodness now:

Namco is also celebrating their mascot character all around the world. Check out this music video to celebrate the 45th anniversary. Thanks to Arcade Galactic, you can still literally insert a coin for something amazing!

We are open every day, M-Th 11am-8pm, Fri: 11a-9pm, Sat. 10a-9pm, and Sundays 12p-6pm. No entry fee and we operate on tokens that are 25¢ per coin.

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Of course, if you’ve been to Arcade Galactic before, or visited a modern arcade over the past few years, then chances are that you’ve come across this game. So what’s new?

Minecraft Cards

In case you are new to this game, then you might be wondering what exactly is different from the home version. If so, then the main feature that this game has is that it vends real, collectible Minecraft cards every time you credit up the game and start! Cards do have different rarity values and you use them to craft your game experience. A card will give you a specific object when you scan it in – either a character skin, piece of armor, special melee weapon, ranged weapon, pet or you can get a HERO card which includes several of those in one card!

Note that if you want to purchase a specific card, you can do so at the front desk! Value depends on rarity.

Series 4 & Pumpkin Pastures – Available Now!

As of 5/6/2025, Minecraft Dungeons Arcade has been updated to Series 4. This adds a new level – Pumpkin Pastures – and bumps the available number of cards up to 143. This level adds MORE creepers to deal with, and brings the Evoker boss back for an intense new battle!

It’s important to note that every level in the arcade version of Minecraft is uniquely modded from the console version, meaning that while they share the same name and look, the layouts and the gameplay is very different from what you might have played at home.

One last thing – we have decided to permanently lower the price to play Minecraft to $1/play (4 tokens). Enjoy playing and collecting for less!

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That includes the entire Valley Fair Mall and us, so yes, we are CLOSED for Easter. We’ll be open back up on Monday however, so if you need to get a fun fix in, don’t be worried!

We also have recently added a new game to the mix by the name of JITSU SQUAD FEAT. SAMURAI PIZZA CATS. This is a brand new beat ’em up from exA-Arcadia, with fantastic graphics and lots of brawling mayhem. Think of the old Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (which we also have) but on steroids. We’ll have more details on this game up soon.

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As a part of celebrating Minecraft, we’ve temporarily lowered the price of the game to only 4 tokens! Remember that you get a card with EVERY play, even continues. We’ll soon have Series 4 cards in stock(once they begin shipping in July 2025), but you can already get a Series 3 HERO card if you’re lucky! Once Series 4 is available, a new level, Pumpkin Pastures, will be added to the game.

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Arcade Galactic Unveils Groundbreaking Stargate Installation, Connecting Utah to Global Arcade Network

Arcade Galactic, the beloved retro and modern gaming haven located at Valley Fair Mall in West Valley City, Utah, proudly announces a monumental leap forward in arcade entertainment. After years of secretive collaboration with top engineers and rumored consultations with undisclosed government agencies, the arcade has successfully installed a fully operational Stargate—yes, the Stargate, as seen in the iconic television series Stargate SG-1. This unprecedented achievement marks Arcade Galactic as the first entertainment venue in the world to bridge physical gaming spaces across the globe through interdimensional travel.

The Stargate, standing an impressive 22 feet in diameter and adorned with authentic glyphs, was unveiled to a select group of press and local dignitaries earlier today. According to Arcade Galactic owner Adam Pratt, the installation represents a “quantum evolution” for the arcade industry. “For over 16 years, we’ve brought cutting-edge and classic gaming to Utah,” Pratt stated. “Now, with the Stargate, we’re not just preserving arcade culture—we’re connecting it across continents in real time. Step through, and you could be playing Dariusburst Another Chronicle in Tokyo or Pac-Man Battle Royale in Miami within seconds.”

The Stargate operates using a proprietary dialing system, which Pratt claims was reverse-engineered from “highly classified schematics” obtained through undisclosed channels. Players can now use Arcade Galactic’s signature tokens to activate the gate, selecting from a network of partnered arcades worldwide. Confirmed connections include Arcade Odyssey in Miami, Florida; GameOn! in Auckland, New Zealand; and a yet-to-be-named venue in Japan rumored to house rare exA-Arcadia systems. Each destination offers exclusive games and experiences, instantly accessible via the Stargate’s wormhole technology.

“We’ve always prided ourselves on offering rarities like The Act and Deathstalker that you can’t find anywhere else,” said Pratt. “Now, our patrons can compete head-to-head with gamers across the planet—or team up for co-op missions—without ever needing to book a flight or travel for 22 hours. This instant travel tech makes for the ultimate multiplayer experience.”

The installation has not been without challenges. Reports of minor seismic activity near Valley Fair Mall during initial tests have been dismissed by Arcade Galactic staff as “residual harmonic vibrations” from the gate’s activation sequence. Additionally, the arcade has implemented strict safety protocols, including a mandatory briefing on “off-world etiquette” and a ban on bringing back alien artifacts. “We’re not saying there’s a risk of Goa’uld invasion,” Pratt added with a wry smile, “but we’re prepared for anything.”

Arcade Galactic invites the public to experience this historic milestone starting today, April 1, 2025, during regular hours (Monday-Friday 11 AM–8 PM, Saturday 10 AM–9 PM, Sunday Noon–6 PM). Entry through the Stargate requires a special 10,000-token “gate pass,” available at the front counter. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early, as demand is expected to skyrocket.

For more information, contact Arcade Galactic at 385-498-4263 or visit arcadegalactic.com. Step through the gate—and into gaming history.

About Arcade Galactic
Founded in 2008, Arcade Galactic is a premier destination for arcade enthusiasts, offering a unique blend of classic coin-op games, modern titles, and rare exclusives. Located at 3601 S Constitution Blvd, Ste G114, West Valley City, UT, the arcade remains committed to delivering affordable, authentic gaming experiences.

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• Arcade Galactic is now on the KLOV Arcade Finder
• Maximum Tune 5DX+ has been repaired and both units are working great
• All four NIRIN units are working after we fixed the two that had been down
• A new prize machine, FANTASTIC PRIZE is up front
• Step ManiaX continues to receive new song updates each month
• We had a Skittles vending machine in here for a little bit, but now it is in the Valley Fair food court
• We are possibly going to have an exA-Arcadia update here soon with a new game
• We are looking at selling a few old games to refresh the arcade with some new items – perhaps there is something of interest for you here?

On the latter point, we haven’t been able to update the game selection much over the past couple of years, but we hope to do so this year. Selling off some games, including those that have been out of commission for a long time, can help us achieve that faster.

Also to keep in mind, we’re still a place with affordable fun – we haven’t raised our prices at all over the past several years, and there are still many games that you can play for only 25¢. Good luck at finding pricing like that anywhere else – even a lot of Nickel arcades are charging more than 5¢ per game for their games, plus entry fees, nowadays.

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We are CLOSED on Thanksgiving, as is the rest of the mall excepting the movie theater.

Here is the calendar of when the mall is open from Black Friday to the weekend after New Years 2025. We will be following the mall’s hours, as we are required.

Thank you for your business!

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