The Asteroids Recharged arcade game is based upon the home console title of the same name. However, many changes are being made to the arcade version, many of which will be implemented during the test period. YOU can also help shape the game that it will become, by coming in and giving it a play, then sharing your feedback.

If you’ve never heard of Asteroids, then you might be younger. That’s ok! Asteroids is the best selling arcade title ever produced by Atari. Released at the very end of 1979, it became a cultural gaming icon in the 1980s.

The Asteroids Recharged Cabinet

The cabinet we have is the 3-player version, which comes with a 55″ monitor. The game uses the same control layout as the original Asteroids (Left/Right rotate; Hyperspace; Thrust; Fire), but with LED lit buttons. The game also features wind & rumble effects and there’s a pinball knocker that hits the cabinet when certain events take place.

How Long Is It Going To Be At Arcade Galactic?

Asteroids Recharged will be in the testing phase from now until June. We encourage repeat play as well, since the game will see software updates that changes up how the game works. It would be very helpful to hear feedback on whether or not those changes are good or bad.

It is also worth noting that this game was built right here in Utah by a local company, Alan-1. They are made up of retro gaming enthusiasts, who truly enjoy gaming as it existed in the 1980s. They have more on the docket for arcade gaming, so be sure to stay tuned!

Where can I find you guys?

Arcade Galactic is located inside of the Valley Fair Shopping Center on the north end of the mall. We are fairly close to where Ulta and JCPenny are located. You will usually hear us before you see us. To find the mall, it is located in the heart of West Valley City, right across from City Hall on 3500 S. and 2700 W. You can also reach it via I-215 at the 3500 S. West exit.

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We also have some exciting developments going into April. While this is usually a slow month for our business, we will have at least three new games showing up during the month.

DODONPACHI TRUE DEATH EXA LABEL

If you’re a fan of game developer CAVE and their sensational shoot ’em ups, then you will be pleased to know that we will be the first and only location in Utah with the recent remaster of CAVE’s most praised shmup ever. This “directors cut” version includes remastered visuals and sound, TATE support, super low input lag, and new game modes, including the new EXA Mode which actively adapts the difficulty to how you are playing. This will be setup with a vertical screen on our new EXA ARC-1 cabinet.

Asteroids Recharged & Avian Knights Location Test

We are going to be a test location for the upcoming Asteroids: Recharged and Avian Knights games by Alan-1 Inc. Alan-1 is a Utah-based game maker who is building their games right here in Utah – not China.

Avian Knights is a modern take on Williams’ classic Joust. You control a flying knight on a quest to defeat others in an arena. This features new weapons that you can pick up and wield, along with in-game music to elevate it from the classic Joust experience.

Asteroids: Recharged is the official return of Atari and Asteroids to the arcade scene. 1-2 players are thrown into a danger zone where asteroids and UFOs threaten you from every angle. This new version features updated visual, 2-player simultaneous play, new power-ups and more. Both games also feature online leaderboards where you can make a free account, track your best scores, and make new friends.

Happy Easter everyone!

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