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indie game cabinets

this collection doesn’t contain your uncle’s dusty galaga machine. these are indie-built, genre-busting, chaos-harnessing cabinets that you can’t play anywhere else in san francisco.

  • A dimly lit arcade room featuring two vintage-style arcade cabinets. The cabinet on the left has the game title 'Cakefoot' displayed on its screen with a 'Push to Play' button. The cabinet is decorated with various eye illustrations in different colors. The cabinet on the right is labeled 'Tough Love Arena' with colorful graphics of characters playing a game.

    cakefoot

    cakefoot is a brutally cute, single-button dodge-’em-up on rails. you’re a sentient slice of cake, hurtling through 22 hazard-filled levels with one goal: survive.

    hold to move forward, release to drift back, and pray your timing’s better than your decision-making. arcade mode, unlockables, high scores—it’s endlessly replayable and gloriously unforgiving.

    game by ohsqueezy
    cabinet by mark kleeb

  • Retro arcade machines in a dimly lit game room, featuring brightly colored artwork on the sides and screens displaying game over messages. The front machine is titled "Hoverburger."

    hoverburger

    into a whimsical, retro-futuristic diner and take on the challenge of building the galaxy’s most epic burgers in hoverburger. as an intergalactic chef, you’ll juggle flying ingredients, robotic food critics, and time limits to serve up masterpieces to hungry alien patrons. with fast-paced gameplay, vibrant visuals, and a funky soundtrack, hoverburger delivers an arcade experience that’s as addictive as it is delicious.

    players must master quick reflexes to catch, stack, and serve ingredients while navigating a dynamic environment filled with hovering trays, gravity-altering boosts, and the occasional food fight. the game’s charming aesthetic and easy-to-learn, hard-to-master mechanics make it a hit for players of all ages and skill levels.

    cabinet by: indiecade custom designs
    game design by: pixel peppers studio
    game maker: pixel peppers studio

  • People playing arcade game inside a dimly lit room with an arcade cabinet featuring a colorful display and controls. Background includes a few individuals talking and various beverages on a table.

    nidhogg 2

    the dueling classic returns in arcade form with nidhogg 2. this sequel builds on its predecessor’s unique mechanics with colorful new visuals, a wider variety of weapons, and a fast-paced, competitive spirit. players face off in one-on-one battles, using strategy and reflexes to outmaneuver their opponent and reach the end of the map.

    the chaotic yet precise gameplay and the distinctive art style make nidhogg 2 an unforgettable arcade experience, perfect for intense head-to-head matches with friends.

    hardware & electronics: twin joystick controls, 22-inch screen, and rgb lighting effects.
    cabinet by: messhof custom arcade designs
    game design by: messhof
    game maker: messhof

  • particle mace - indie game cabinet

    particle mace

    particle mace is a unique physics-based arcade game where survival is key, and your only weapon is a collection of debris trailing behind your ship. players must skillfully maneuver through treacherous environments, using the mace-like trail to smash enemies while avoiding their attacks. the minimalist aesthetic and dynamic gameplay create a thrilling experience, blending strategy and action in equal measure.

    with multiple ships to unlock and a variety of modes, particle mace is both a test of reflexes and a showcase of creative problem-solving. its chaotic, fast-paced action is perfect for competitive players looking to prove their skills.

    cabinet by: novel arcades design
    game design by: andy wallace
    game maker: andy wallace

  • Retro arcade machine with the game "Slam City Oracles" displayed, set in a dimly lit room with neon lights.

    slam city oracles

    in slam city oracles, players team up to unleash chaotic destruction on the streets of slam city. this cooperative arcade game lets you and a friend bounce, smash, and wreck the environment in a joyful frenzy of high-flying acrobatics and vibrant visuals.

    with its playful aesthetic and endlessly fun physics, slam city oracles delivers a refreshing take on arcade gaming. each level challenges players to coordinate their moves and maximize destruction, creating a riotously good time for all ages.

    hardware & electronics: dual joystick controls, custom sound system, and a colorful 27-inch display.
    cabinet by: bounceworks arcade systems
    game design by: jane friedhoff
    game maker: jane friedhoff

  • Multiplayer arcade table with joysticks and buttons on each side, featuring a digital game display.

    speglar

    welcome to Speglar, the intergalactic bloodsport of bouncing lasers and accidental betrayals. fire a shot, bounce it off a wall, hit your friend instead of your target. it’s fine. they’ll get you back.

    shield if you’re cornered. scream if you’re not.
    play for fun, or spiral into full-blown tactical obsession.
    either way: someone’s going down.

    game by dexter gramfors
    cabinet by gus boehling and mark kleeb

  • An arcade machine displaying the game 'Tough Love Arena', flanked by two other arcade machines.

    tough love arena

    tough love arena is a fast-paced, two-player fighting game that’s as quirky as it is competitive. featuring adorable food-based characters like spaghetti and ice cream, players face off in tactical battles where precise timing and strategic decision-making are crucial.

    with simple yet deep mechanics, tough love arena is accessible to newcomers while offering plenty of depth for seasoned fighting game fans. its charming art style and witty animations make it a crowd-pleaser at any arcade.

    hardware & electronics: twin joystick setup with six-button layouts, 32-inch high-definition screen, and dynamic lighting effects.
    cabinet by: tough built cabinets
    game design by: jared c. tan
    game maker: tough love games

  • trapped in here with me

    the walls are closing in. good.

    trapped In here with me is a lightning-fast, bullet-blasting panic spiral set in a shrinking circle of doom. enemies flood in. space runs out. your only way out? fight like hell and collect gems to push the world back open.

    don’t get boxed in. or do. we’re not here to tell you how to live.

    game by james korin
    UI design by D1337
    music/sfx by jackson roe

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