LAI Games has brought three new arcade-exclusive attractions to market, covering motorcycle racing, aerial combat and coin-pusher entertainment. Here is what each cabinet offers Australian arcade operators and players.
Asphalt Moto Blitz DX
The fourth arcade instalment in the Asphalt racing series is Asphalt Moto Blitz DX, following Asphalt 9 Legends Arcade in Premium, DX and VR editions.
Originally released in Asia in September by developer Wahlap, the game appears to retain most of that version’s content, with translation being the main apparent change. Players sit on a realistic motorcycle controller and select from Tournament, Classic, Curfew or 1-on-1 modes.
The machine features 14 licensed superbikes from manufacturers including Ducati, Honda, KTM and Yamaha. Five courses take riders through locations around the world, while the swivel bike and three-axis motion base add physical movement to the race.
Asphalt Moto Blitz DX is supplied as a twin-unit cabinet. Distributor indications place the price in the region of $28,000–$30,000, although the final figure may be lower and varies between distributors. Operators comparing this with other racing arcade experiences should also account for its twin-unit format.
Air Strike
Air Strike is an aerial combat attraction from Ace Amusement that can operate as either a redemption game or an amusement-only machine. Like the motorcycle title, it is sold in a twin configuration.
A yoke controller steers the aircraft, while a swivelling seat provides the motion element. Each station uses a confirmed 40-inch monitor. The main objective is to destroy enemies and obstacles, but players must also reach the finish line before the countdown expires, giving the experience a racing-style time challenge.
After one play at IAAPA, the experience seemed as though it would benefit from a method of controlling speed. The on-site visuals also appeared stronger than some promotional videos, whose footage showed an unusually choppy frame rate; the game itself did not feel laggy during the observed play.
The swivelling seat adds extra energy to the attraction. Single, linkable cabinets would be an appealing future option for both Air Strike and Asphalt Moto Blitz DX, which are currently presented as twin-unit games.
Distributor pricing is reported at approximately $15,000–$17,000, with the possibility of a lower price depending on the supplier. Operators planning a dedicated arcade machine lineup will need to consider the space required for the linked format.
Dragon’s Bane
The third release is Dragon’s Bane, a coin-pusher videmption game from Wahlap. It has three player positions, each with a button used to launch coins towards a loot-bag target that moves from side to side near the rear of the playfield.
The target has an opening, allowing a successful coin to drop onto the pusher platform below and activate an on-screen sequence. Players then use the button in mini-games to collect gems and pursue larger ticket rewards. Marbles are also pushed through the playfield, and tickets are awarded when coins or marbles fall over the edge.
Of the three titles, this was the one played for the shortest time. Pricing is in the region of $23,000–$25,000, depending on the distributor. LAI Games also has another coin-pusher attraction in the pipeline: Playmore’s Cosmic Tower is scheduled to begin shipping in February.
Three different arcade formats
These releases give operators three distinct options: a motion-based motorcycle racer, a twin-seat aerial shooter with a timed finish, and a three-player ticket-focused coin pusher. For more arcade industry coverage, visit the RETROCADE Arcade Blog, or explore the arcade machine buying guide before planning a venue or home setup.
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