arcade game

noun

: a usually coin-operated game designed for play at an amusement arcade

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Older kids and adults can head to the Play District, where Formula 1 and golf simulators share space with arcade games and a sports bar. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Sep. 2026 The Rush Funplex The Rush Funplex is an indoor entertainment chain with go-karts, bowling, mini-golf, arcade games, bumper cars, rock-climbing wall with a foam pit, laser tag, kiddie cars, private party rooms and a cafe. Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 1 Sep. 2026 The 50,000 square-foot spot, which offered arcade games, bumper cars, go karts, laser tag bowling, an indoor coaster and more, took customers for their final ride on Sunday. Kansas City Star, 31 Aug. 2026 These Pizza Hut classic locations include red roofs, checkered tablecloths, vinyl booths, arcade games and Tiffany-style lamps. Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for arcade game

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First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of arcade game was in 1960

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“Arcade game.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arcade%20game. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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