From claw machines to rhythm and fighting games and more, arcades are packed with endless excitement. Whether you're goofing around with friends or laser-focused on beating your high score, it's the perfect place to have some fun. These illustrations capture the electric vibe of arcades, whether it’s intense claw machine battles or shadowy scenes with a menacing aura.

Insert coin to start this collection of illustrations featuring arcades.

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Nowadays, it’s far more common to play games on gaming consoles or your computer than at an arcade. Once in a while, however, you might get hit with a wave of nostalgia and find yourself drawn to one, which is especially easy if you’re in Japan. Although the bright lights and various sounds can feel like sensory overload at first, you may soon find yourself distracted by all the enticing claw machine prizes and hilarious photoshopping effects of purikura photo booths. Whether you decide to unleash your inner child with friends or do a solo leveling of your DDR moves, amusement arcades can provide a welcome escape from reality.

When was the last time you visited an amusement arcade?

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What do you think of when you hear the words “claw machines,” “air hockey,” and “redemption games?” That’s right—these are all staples of amusement arcades! Many of us probably have memories of playing at one, whether with friends, family, or a partner. On pixiv, amusement arcades are often used as a popular setting due to the nostalgia they evoke and the relaxed expressions on the characters you might otherwise not see in the original series.

Get ready for some good ol’-fashioned fun today as you join these characters for a trip down memory lane!

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