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arcade game

American  

noun

  • arcade games
    plural
  1. a game or type of game available in arcades.


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Etymology

Origin of arcade game

First recorded in 1975–80

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Disney has previously shared that this latest storyline will allow for additional levels of interactivity in the ride, which is already something of a full-size, walk-in arcade game.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 2, 2025

We walked past a basketball Pop-a-Shot and a Chili’s-branded BurgerTime arcade game in an employee hangout zone overlooking the neighborhood’s artificial lake.

From Slate Aug. 11, 2025

Most resemble the aliens from the Space Invaders arcade game.

From Seattle Times Mar. 4, 2024

TAMPA, Florida — In military circles, it’s described as a real-life version of the arcade game “Whac-a-Mole,” played for the highest of stakes.

From Washington Times May 20, 2023

“Mastering an arcade game shouldn't take that long.”

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

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