LBX Collective

84:18

Sound Off #139 - IAAPA Expo London debrief, Meta...

LBX Collective ·

2026/10/06

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! Sponsored by Perkiverse! On this week's show we argue about whether original retro arcade cabinets still belong on today’s barcade floors, or if the industry needs a modern platform that protects the feel without the constant repairs. Then we zoom out into the money and tech forces reshaping location-based entertainment, from public company stumbles to IAAPA Expo Europe’s most interesting products. • finite supply of classic arcade machin...

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86:07

The LBX Show #95 - Dart'em Up on Putting Fans First,...

LBX Collective ·

2026/10/04

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! Sponsored by Perkiverse! On this week's show we chase one question from three angles: what actually makes guests talk about your venue after they leave. We move from attraction buying and trade show diligence to a real-world “Fans First” makeover that turns a Nerf battle into a live, shareable experience. • IAAPA Expo attendance as a nonnegotiable industry advantage • Record IAAPA Expo Europe buyer numbers and what that signals for c...

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69:15

Sound Off #138 - Gatekeepers, Fruit Claw Machines,...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/29

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! Sponsored by Perkiverse! On this week's show we pull back the curtain on how industry gatekeepers shape access, credibility, and information flow across location-based entertainment, and why that line can blur from basic protection into market control. We then pivot into the trends we cannot ignore, from economic pressure and brand stumbles to the next wave of immersive tech, IP, and large-scale VR experiences. • Drawing the line between ...

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15:12

Entertainment Social Arena #24 - Immersive Digital...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/29

Significant trends in social entertainment should be noted, including the integration of amusement into Sportstainment brands like Topgolf, which is expanding arcade offerings across North America to boost dwell time and secondary revenue streams. New concepts such as Liverpool’s ‘Game Show Olympics’ and Junkyard Social Club exemplify the shift toward multi-activity, nostalgic, and immersive experiences targeting broad audiences and corporate clients. Meanwhile, the closure of Gravity Arcade...

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83:06

The LBX Show #94 - Zero Latency's Tim Ruse,...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/27

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! Sponsored by Perkiverse! On this week's show we kick off season five by tracking the shift toward programmable entertainment platforms where content, identity, and upgrades create repeat visits without constant rebuilds. We also dig into the state of location-based VR with Zero Latency CEO Tim Ruse, then round out the week with openings, closures, and leadership moves shaping the attractions industry. • Intercard trade show schedule and wh...

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15:40

Entertainment Social Arena #23 - Capital Investment...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/24

The rapidly expanding competitive socializing sector is experiencing significant growth, driven by new investments and innovative formats across London and beyond. Key developments include London's “Silicon Valley” of social entertainment, with venues like Swingers, NQ64 Arcade Bar, and Boom Battle Bar diversifying offerings with AR, karaoke, escape rooms, and social gaming. In Manchester, Bandai Namco's £75m redevelopment of the Trafford Centre reflects the sector's reinvestment, while imme...

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106:09

Sound Off #137 - Superlekka's gamble, Namco's...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/22

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! On this week's show we challenge the lazy idea that arcade revenue appears the moment you drop machines on a floor and instead argue for designing the mix around real guest play dynamics. We also track the market forces reshaping location-based entertainment, from video game industry contractions and IP deals to rebrands, executive shakeups, and the next wave of VR and competitive socializing concepts. • treating retro, classic, and modern...

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19:18

The Stinger Report #1282 - Growing the Immersive...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/22

Emerging trends reveal a strategic shift in entertainment investment towards immersive, transmedia, and phygital venues, integrating advanced projection, micro-LED, and SAR technology to enhance audience engagement. Major players like Bandai Namco and SEGA are expanding their IP across multi-platform experiences, including immersive arcades and retail stores. The industry is also witnessing the rise of “In Venue Experience” (IVE), blending live performances, interactive environments, and soc...

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81:24

The LBX Show #93 - IP Licensing risks, GTI Asia China...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/20

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! On this week's show we track what’s booming and what’s breaking across location-based entertainment, from a surge of new venue openings to closures that reveal the harsh realities of franchising, leasing, and stale concepts. We also review the latest arcade releases and GTI Asia show-floor trends that could shape what players see next in North America. • Preview of Season Five contributors and format tweaks • Tease of a new experienc...

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90:54

The LBX Show #92 - Rerun: Annual Predictions Episode...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/13

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! On this week's show we revisit the Annual Predictions episode while BW is away in Bled, Slovenia racing at World Masters regatta. On this re-run, we grade last year’s location-based entertainment predictions with brutal honesty, then map the signals that matter for operators across competitive socializing, arcades, VR, and IP-driven experiences. We close by laying out a practical 2026 playbook and a new round of predictions you can hold us...

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13:29

The Stinger Report #1281 - New Phase in XR Investment...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/08

Leading investors should note the evolving XR amusement landscape, marked by major restructurings, closures, and emerging trends. The Dutch VR operator The Park shifts focus to cultural experiences amid management changes, while high-profile VR adventures like Felix & Paul’s Interstellar ARC and Space Explorers face abrupt closures due to poor audience turnout and high costs, raising concerns about market viability. Conversely, social VR platforms like MirraArena expand rapidly across Ch...

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76:52

Sound Off #136 - Little Lions Arcade Arena, FEG...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/08

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! On this week's show we get blunt about what is squeezing location-based entertainment right now: subscription licensing, staffing needs, and the widening gap between what tech promises and what venues can reliably earn. We also break down the week’s biggest headlines, from an IP theme park announcement that unravels fast to hands-on notes from a new immersive venue in London. • subscription pricing pressure in free-roam VR and LBE operatio...

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35:29

The LBX Show #91 - Pixel World debut, legacy bowling...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/06

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! On this week's show we keep it light and practical with quick updates from the LBX world, including a teaser for a new rewards platform built for experience-based venues and what’s coming in Season Five. Then Kevin Williams joins us for Open And Shut to break down the latest location-based entertainment openings, closures, and the signals behind them. • Season Five suggestion box with new recurring contributors and segment ideas • Co...

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12:54

The Stinger Report #1280 - New Phase in XR Investment...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/01

Leading investors should note that the LBE VR sector remains highly profitable amid shifting hardware dynamics, with new Asian partnerships and innovative platforms like DPVR gaining traction. Market consolidation at key players like PICO and strategic collaborations, such as LAI Games with WAHLAP, highlight evolving technology offerings. A recent comprehensive survey by Zero Latency reveals increasing consumer interest in social, longer-duration, premium VR experiences driven by AI search tr...

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67:59

Sound Off #135 - Kiddleton hits Walmarts, Netflix...

LBX Collective ·

2026/09/01

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! On this week's show we break down why big location-based entertainment ideas can vanish fast, and why the industry needs more honest post-mortems to turn failures into better venues. We also track major business and tech shifts, from IP-driven merch and projection-mapped attractions to XR pricing pressure and AI booking tools. • F1 Box shutting down and why transparency matters for learning • What operational details often get missed in simulato...

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62:25

The LBX Show #90 - The Hot Mess Express, GameVolt's...

LBX Collective ·

2026/08/30

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! On this week's show we track the week’s biggest LBE moves, from cashless tech and trade show stops to a new rewards platform teaser and a community-driven wellness event idea operators can copy. We also debate a Titanic-themed kids slide on the new Hot Mess Express segment, then zoom out on openings, closures, arcade releases, and a no-fluff group sales process that turns outreach into bookings. • Intercard’s 2026 event lineup and why trad...

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20:18

The Stinger Report #1279 - Amusement Transmedia Play

LBX Collective ·

2026/08/25

Interest in the rising influence of transmedia in entertainment, exemplified by the integration of arcade IP, movie tie-ins, and merchandise, notably in gaming, toys, and theme parks. The resurgence of retro gaming and arcade crossovers, supported by major licenses like Street Fighter and Sonic, underline a strategic shift towards nostalgic IP-driven growth. Meanwhile, innovations like “Everyday Prizes” in crane gaming and privacy concerns surrounding AI smart glasses highlight evolving cons...

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81:46

Sound Off #134 - Felix & Paul shutters, the LBE Boom...

LBX Collective ·

2026/08/25

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! On this week's show we look at the flood of new openings and ask whether the location-based entertainment boom can last. We connect price pressure, overbuilt concepts, and recent closures to one core idea: the market is not sustainable at this pace, but it can be survivable if we stick to fundamentals. • Why rapid rollouts create saturation risk and waste • Japan theme park ticket price hikes as an inflation bellwether • Saudi ...

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90:11

The LBX Show #89 - Chris King Guest Gab, Mission Room...

LBX Collective ·

2026/08/23

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! On this week's show we catch up on what’s changing across family entertainment and location-based entertainment, from cashless tech and loyalty experiments to a grounded look at what actually drives repeat visits. Chris King from Monster Mini Golf shares how culture-first franchising and local connection can scale without losing the human touch. • Intercard’s upcoming show schedule and why cashless payments keep accelerating • A new ...

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108:19

Sound Off #133 - AI Slop Invasion in LBE, Zero...

LBX Collective ·

2026/08/18

Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by PartyPing! On this week's show we challenge the idea that buying new machines automatically upgrades a venue, then get specific about how placement, spectator flow, and screen control shape revenue and repeat visits. We also trace the latest moves across sportstainment, competitive socializing, VR and XR, and end with a blunt warning about AI hype, sloppy branding, and hallucinated research. • floor layout choices that prioritize guest flow over power outl...

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