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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The budget-friendly Bowlero summer pass that lets you bowl all season long for a low price - with FREE games daily
Excessive heat and poor air quality can make it tough to spend too much time outside during summer, but thanks to Bowlero you don't have to spend the coming months parked in front of the TV. The entertainment complex has an amazing deal lined up with its 2025 Summer Season Pass, offering two free bowling games each day and free shoe rentals with the Basic Pass. There's no better way to beat the heat this summer! Bowlero 2025 Summer Season Pass Love bowling? Then you will be all over this amazing deal! Bowlero's 2025 Summer Season Pass includes two free bowling games each day and free shoe rentals with your purchase of the Basic option. Upgrade to Premium and get 15 percent off your food and non-alcoholic beverage purchases, plus a $5 Arcade Reload. From $44.99 Shop Upgrade to the Premium Pass to receive all of the above plus a few extra perks, like a $5 Arcade Reload and 15 percent off your food and non-alcoholic beverage purchases. And with both passes, you'll have a day and time when you can use it at any participating location. There is no better way to make the most of those days that are just a little too hot for your comfort. Bowlero makes every moment a blast in a vibrant, retro-inspired space. The neon lights throughout deliver an instantly nostalgic vibe that is irresistible, whether you're there for some competitive fun or hosting a party. If you've ever stepped inside Bowlero, you know all about that eclectic, edgy spirit. It's fun for people of all ages. And it's so much better than any ordinary bowling alley thanks to this electrifying atmosphere. Comfy lounge seating ensures you've always got a place to kick back and relax, whether you're watching your teammates bowl or grabbing a bite to eat. The arcades are filled with games, channeling an old-school vibe that will take you straight back when you were a kid. What could be better? What's great is that you don't have to leave the premises at any point — you can totally make a day of it at Bowlero. Dig into starters like pretzels and mozzarella bites, share some nachos and wings, or dig into a pizza or sandwich. (And yes, there's dessert, too.) Grown-ups can get in on the fun as well, with options like premium beer and craft cocktails worthy of the gram all on the menu. There are some gorgeous new craft lemonades on the menu, too, in mouth-watering flavors like passion fruit, dragon fruit, and cotton candy. Refreshing, fruity, and pretty? No one can resist, especially for 15 percent off with the Premium Pass! Both options are excellent deals. The Basic Pass is $44.99, while the Premium Pass comes in at $59.98. They're each valid until September 1, 2025, giving you weeks of fun, food, music, and activities all season. Don't wait: The Bowlero Summer Pass is an amazing deal — and it's good through September 1, 2025, so you'll have weeks of fun at the venue You can take advantage of the perks every day of the week, too. The passes are valid Sunday through Friday from open to close, and on Saturdays from open to 4pm. Visitors report that they're thrilled to have the option of purchasing a Bowlero season pass, offering rave reviews for the offering. 'We absolutely love the Summer Season Pass!' exclaimed one customer. 'My kids and I plan on bowling almost every day this summer! It's the perfect family outing without breaking the bank.' 'My friends and I just bought the pass and are so excited,' raved another. 'Bowling became our go-to hangout spot recently, and the two games per day are just right for us to enjoy some friendly competition all summer.' Why wait? Hit the Bowlero website now and pick up the Basic Pass or Premium Pass today. It's the perfect way to get set for a fun and memorable summer!
Wall Street Journal
10-06-2025
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
Dave & Buster's Profit Drops on Lower Revenue
Dave & Buster's notched a smaller profit in its spring quarter as revenue from arcade games and its other entertainment offerings declined. The arcade-restaurant operator had a profit of $21.7 million, or 62 cents a share, for the quarter ended May 6, compared with $41.4 million, or 99 cents a share, in the same period a year earlier.
Forbes
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Namco-Backed AI-Powered Light Gun Brings ‘Time Crisis' To Modern TVs
The G'AIM'E light gun could finally be the gateway back to classic shooters that so many people have ... More craved. One of the great casualties of modern technology was the demise of the light gun, which demanded classic CRTs to work properly. Sure, the Wii came tantalizingly close to replicating the experience with The House of the Dead: Overkill and Link's Crossbow Training, but it wasn't the same. Luckily, the powerhouse behind the gun-based arcade revolution — Bandai Namco — has backed a new light gun that promises to bring the experience to modern TVs, with in-built games including Time Crisis, Point Blank, and Steel Gunner… so long as it meets its soon-to-be announced Kickstarter target. The G'AIM'E gun, created in partnership with Namco by established Japanese electronics firm Tassei Denki, claims to have solved the conundrum with a plug-and-play setup that contains proprietary technology, replacing traditional infrared sensors with a high-resolution camera and AI for more responsive gameplay. What's more, the G'AIM'E promises to eliminate manual recalibration by automatically adjusting the experience to movement and angle, ensuring performance remains consistent regardless of your setup. Those backing the entry-level gun will receive a custom-licensed version of Time Crisis, recreated from the original arcade ROM. Point Blank, Steel Gunner, and Steel Gunner 2 will be available in expanded packages, which also include additional bonuses such as foot pedals and keychains. FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder On the face of it, the G'AIM'E gun looks great, if not a bit on the cheap side. The gun is only available in blue outside of Japan, which gets a black option – potentially to avoid replica gun restrictions in other countries. The unit supports multiplayer modes with two gun connectors, essential for Point Blank. The one major thing it lacks is a recoil slider — a staple of the GunCon and a few of its rivals. That said, I don't think I've seen a working recoil in an arcade in about ten years, so maybe it's just one less thing to inevitably break. The Japanese bundles will likely be replicated for other markets, albeit with a blue gun, not a ... More black one. There's no information as to whether more games can be loaded at a later date — you'd hope the Bandai Namco partnership might lead to the inclusion of series like The House of the Dead, Virtua Cop, Crisis Zone, and even the other Point Blank and Time Crisis titles. However, presuming the Kickstarter succeeds (which, let's face it, there's basically no chance it will — pending its cost, or course), it's probably only a matter of time before someone mods the unit so people can play other classics of the era: Die Hard Trilogy, Resident Evil Survivor, Area 51 and, if we're lucky, the delightfully baffling Puffy: P.S. I Love You. Given that this is Tassei Denki's first-ever original product — and presuming it's successful — one can only hope the company will lean on its existing partnerships to create something for consoles, reviving niche genres in the same way CRKD is with its Les Paul-inspired Rock Band guitars. The G'AIM'E Plug & Play Time Crisis Gun System for Modern TVs will go live on Kickstarter at 12 noon EST on June 24. Pricing isn't available just yet, but given it's already touting ¥4,000 ($28) discounts for early-bird backers, chances are it'll be on or over the $100 mark for an entry-level kit.
CTV News
05-06-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Apple Creek Golf Course blends green fees and arcade games
Coming out of the pandemic, Apple Creek sought new ways to attract business, prompting them to add over 60 arcade games. There's more than just one kind of game at Apple Creek Golf Course in Rocky View County. Apple Creek isn't just about pars, birdies and bogeys. It's also about high scores, being on target and sinking as many baskets as you can. Coming out of the pandemic, Apple Creek had to find a way to draw in customers. That led to the purchase of over 60 arcade games that now occupy two floors of their clubhouse. Apple Creek golf director and head professional Tyrel Babkirk said they're changed regularly to keep them fresh and they've proven to be a big hit with patrons. Gaming room at Apple Creek Golf Course Apple Creek Golf Course in Rocky View County has installed over 60 games in the clubhouse. (Glenn Campbell, CTV Calgary) 'As everybody knows, COVID affected people in many different ways and that was an opportunity for our ownership to pivot and think outside the box,' Babkirk said. 'I tell you there's been no looking back and it's been a great experience to have energy and kids around the facility.' Two ways to play The sign along the road says it all. 'Two ways to play' Apple Creek golf and arcade. On this day, Roy Honeychurch and his buddies were all about the golf. 'Well we're here for the golf today,' he said. Apple Creek Golf Course Apple Creek Golf Course in Rocky View County (Glenn Campbell, CTV Calgary) 'The arcade looks pretty good and we'll try that one day, but on a day like this it's definitely outdoor golfing.' The fact you have a choice makes this golf course so unique. Babkirk says sometimes you just have to think outside the box. 'I've been in the golf industry for 25 plus years and I never once thought hat I'd be a part of something like this,' he said. 'We've got more in store (too), so stay tuned to what Apple Creek is up to.' 'Well it's going to involve a putter but it won't be on our greens. It will be maybe on a different part of the facility.' Roy Honeychurch, June 5, 2025 Apple Creek's golf course has been improved as well as its clubhouse games room. (Glenn Campbell, CTV Calgary) Course improvements As for the golf course, Apple Creek was well known for having a lot of fescue around its greens, making it difficult. But that's all been cut back making the course much more playable. Babkirk encourages golfers or gamers to come and check it out. 'This is free of urban influence,' he said. It's a great place to look around and enjoy the country and spend time with friends. And who knows? Your high score or low score could be right here at Apple Creek.'
News.com.au
04-06-2025
- Business
- News.com.au
Balwyn North arcade hits market after 50 years
A family-owned retail arcade in one of Melbourne's wealthiest suburbs is up for sale for the first time since 1975. The red-brick Balwyn North Village Arcade at 70 Doncaster Rd has been in the same family for two generations. It's home to Lemongrass Chicken and a decades-old Saki restaurant, both local favourites that have served the community for more than 30 years. Colliers' retail investments services director Tim McIntosh said the strip's old-school charm and compact tenancies had fostered loyalty. from tenants and landlords alike. 'It's been in continuous operation for 50 years and hasn't changed hands once,' Mr McIntosh said. 'This is one of those once-in-a-generation chances that you simply don't see in Balwyn North.' Originally a smaller building, the arcade was transformed in the 1980s with a second storey added during a major renovation. But it retained its classic suburban village feel, with red brick paving, intimate shopfronts and a prime location near the route 48 tram, elite schools and the Eastern Freeway. The property has a 20-metre frontage to Doncaster Rd and visibility to more than 26,000 passing vehicles a day. The two-storey building spans 1365sq m of lettable area on an 888sq m block, and includes a mix of retail, service and hospitality tenants. According to PropTrack, Balwyn North's median house price has climbed more than 33 per cent over the past five years, from just over $2.1m to $2.8m. The demand for high-end family homes and local amenity has continued to surge. Mr McIntosh said the arcade gave a convenience meets character dynamic. 'We're seeing strong early interest from high-net-worth locals, owner-occupiers and value-add investors,' he said. 'This is the kind of investment that appeals to intergenerational buyers who understand the long-term value in location, tenancy and secure income.' Expressions of interest close at 2pm on June 18.
