Top 5 Must-Have Arcade Machines for a High-End Entertainment Center

Which arcade machines make the most money? Check out our top 5 picks, including claw machines, VR simulators, and sport games, to maximize your venue's revenue.

Top 5 Must-Have Arcade Machines to Maximize Your Venue's Revenue

Setting up an arcade or Family Entertainment Center (FEC) is a lot like building an investment portfolio. You need the perfect mix of steady money-makers and massive crowd-pullers. If you choose the wrong machines, you'll easily end up with empty, "dead" corners in your store.

Based on global operator data and our years of manufacturing experience, here are the top 5 must-have arcade game categories you absolutely need to boost your profits.



1. Gift & Claw Machines (The Steady Money-Makers)

• Why you need them: Paired with trendy and popular prizes, these machines attract everyone—couples, kids, and adults. They have a stunning, eye-catching design that easily triggers impulse spending.

• Pro Tip: Put them right at the entrance of your store! When you line them up, their bright LED lights create a buzzing atmosphere. Plus, the excitement and cheering when someone wins a prize is the absolute best free advertising for your shop.





2. Simulator Arcade Machines (The Ultimate Immersive Experience)

• Why you need them: Car racing machines, motorcycle simulators, horseback riding, skiing, and shooting arcade games offer a thrilling, immersive experience that players just can't get on their phones or home consoles.

• Pro Tip: Link 2 to 4 racing machines together! Multiplayer competitions are incredibly fun and will significantly boost how much groups of friends spend at your venue.





3. Sport Game Machines (The Atmosphere Boosters)

• Why you need them: Air hockey tables, arcade basketball machines, and punch/boxing machines bring serious physical energy and excitement to your venue. They create that loud, classic "arcade vibe" that naturally draws people walking by into your store.





4. VR Game Machines (The Premium Crowd-Pullers)

• Why you need them: Virtual Reality (VR) is the future of out-of-home entertainment. VR simulators can charge a higher price per play and easily attract tech lovers, teenagers, and anyone looking for a cutting-edge thrill.



5. Kids Arcade Machines (The Heart of Family Crowds)

• Why you need them: It's simple: if you keep the kids entertained, the parents will stay longer and spend more money. Colorful kiddie rides, water-shooting games, and mini whack-a-mole machines are absolute must-haves for bringing in weekend family crowds.



Source From the Experts: Your One-Stop Manufacturer

Putting together the perfect mix of machines isn't always easy, but you don't have to figure it out alone. At Onesman Amusement, we supply every category of high-ROI (Return on Investment) amusement equipment.

From creative venue planning and 3D layout designs to direct-factory manufacturing and global shipping, we provide a complete one-stop service.



Not sure which machines fit your floor plan? Just send us your venue layout, and our professional team will instantly customize the perfect equipment list for you! Contact us today.