Arcade Paradise

Arcade Paradise

August 11, 2022

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Welcome to Arcade Paradise, the 90’s retro arcade game and light-management sim combo! From cleaning toilets and picking up gum, to doing the laundry; the road to Arcade Paradise isn’t easy, but the reward will be worth the grind! Take on the role of Ashley and manage the day-to-day tasks …

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Critic Reviews (35)

A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Aug 2022
60.0 /100

"I wish that Arcade Paradise VR tightened up the campaign a lot more because its slow burn simply doesn&s;t work as well in VR."

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Alex Beaty Checkpoint Gaming Aug 2022
60.0 /100

Graphics

48.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

58.0

"If you&s;re after a simulation game that&s;s a bit different than the usual genre mainstays, then chuck Arcade Paradise on the spin cycle. But be warned, despite packing in 35+ arcade games, it&s;s not going to give you as much …"

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Andrew Camac WayTooManyGames Aug 2022
70.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

50.0

"Arcade Paradise is a fantastic attempt at producing a simulation slash compilation title, but unfortunately has a few failings which stop it from being a World Warrior. The lack of punishment should you choose to neglect the Laundromat gives the …"

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Austin Ernst Six One Indie Aug 2022
80.0 /100

"Arcade Paradise is fun for management sim players, arcade cabinet lovers, or even new players.The sim management gameplay is simple and light, the cabinets are all fun with natural progression, and the 90s nostalgia, while only effective for some, is …"

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Bill Stiteler Pure Nintendo Aug 2022
90.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

70.0

"Arcade Paradise-a mashup business sim / retro arcade throwback-is one of those indie gems you look forward to telling other people about. If you&s;re a fan of the &s;80s laser and chrome aesthetic, put on your puffy jacket and download …"

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Chris Harding DualShockers Aug 2022
85.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

75.0

"Arcade Paradise lives up to its name by essentially being a modern plug-n-play TV compilation (remember those?) wrapped in a competent and rewarding business sim dressed up in the most garish of 90s fashion, complete with dial-up internet, Solitaire on …"

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Chris Scullion VGC Aug 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

69.0

"While it takes a while to get going, Arcade Paradise is an outstanding celebration of the &s;90s arcade scene with a generous helping of fully playable retro love letters."

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Christian Donlan Eurogamer Aug 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

70.0

"What a thing. Arcade Paradise made me think of Outrun and GTA and Mr Driller, and also my own working life in my teens as a dishwasher and a double-glazing salesperson, sure. But it also made me think of those …"

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Chris White God is a Geek Aug 2022
90.0 /100

"Arcade Paradise not only looks cool, but the running of your business is fun and enjoyable, and the arcade games are wonderfully designed."

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David Martinez Hobby Consolas Aug 2022
71.0 /100

"‎Arcade Paradise has a very interesting development, which goes straight to the heart of recreational lovers. It does not stand out as a management game or as a collection of retro mini-games, but the combination of both developments is very …"

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Dustin Chadwell Gaming Age Aug 2022
91.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

58.0

"I really, really dug my time spent with Arcade Paradise, and thought the sheer variety of arcade games was pretty impressive, as was the actual amount of upgrades and story content available."

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Emanuele Feronato The Games Machine Aug 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

55.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

35.0

"I had forgotten that feeling of joy mixed with curiosity related to the unexpected arrival of a new cabinet in the arcade. Arcade Paradise made me relive this. I really liked a lot of the video games, while others, despite …"

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Fabio Canonico Everyeye.it Aug 2022
75.0 /100

"Arcade Paradise is practically a matryoshka, because within a superstructure of management inspiration it inserts many different experiences, both on the playful and purely artistic front."

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70.0 /100

"Arcade Paradise is a fantastic management sim for those who love the genre. It may be asking a lot of players to prioritize other people’s laundry over games upfront, but the payoff is a literal heaven for those who have …"

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James Luff LadiesGamers.com Aug 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

65.0

"Arcade Paradise was quite a nice surprise for me. Trying one of these simulators can often feel like a roll of the dice. Not only that these types of games feel very marmite to gamers, some will love them some …"

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Jason Rodriguez PC Invasion Aug 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

60.0

"Arcade Paradise VR lets you run your own business while enjoying classic games of the yesteryears, complete with comfort options to alleviate most hassles when playing VR titles for prolonged periods."

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Jordan Campbell Completexbox Aug 2022
85.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

60.0

"Arcade Paradise was a complete surprise to me and an experience that literally consumed me for hours on end, and I’m still not done yet. I found the blend of running a laundromat whilst keeping tabs on my arcade through …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Aug 2022
81.0 /100

Graphics

72.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

71.0

"If you have nostalgia for the classic arcades of the 80s and early 90s the chance to run one of your own is tempting..."

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Justin Oneil ThisGenGaming Aug 2022
80.0 /100

"Arcade Paradise is an awesome management sim that shows a lot of love to the era of arcades. I really enjoyed balancing running both businesses and trying out all the different arcade games even if it got a bit repetitive …"

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Keza MacDonald Guardian Aug 2022
60.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

45.0

"This unusual game has you managing your dad&s;s launderette while running a secret arcade out the back."

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Kim Snaith GameSpew Aug 2022
90.0 /100

"Arcade Paradise is something rather special. Its mixture of playful management sim and arcade gaming works incredibly well, and it’s all so nicely presented that you’ll easily forgive its few flaws. Whether you get swept up in keeping your laundrette …"

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Krist Duro Duuro Magazine Aug 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

40.0

"Arcade Paradise VR is a compelling title that successfully merges business simulation with the excitement of arcade gaming. Despite minor technical issues and a limited number of VR-adapted games, the overall package is highly enjoyable and one that I can …"

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Lowell Bell Nintendo Life Aug 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

75.0

"We wholly recommend Arcade Paradise if you enjoy either simulation-style games or spent the &s;90s with a pocketful of quarters down at the local arcade. The narrative centred on a lazy young adult proving to their father they can run …"

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Matheus Senna de Oliveira GameBlast Aug 2022
90.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

30.0

"With an unprecedented and, above all, very interesting proposal, Arcade Paradise is an adventure designed for all video game fans. Transforming the family laundry room into a veritable collection of video game machines is an exciting and addictive task. The …"

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Maurício Katayama GameBlast Aug 2022
90.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

89.0

Story

73.0

"Arcade Paradise is an amazing arcade management simulator that lets you not only manage, but also play a wide range of machines. Despite its somewhat repetitive routine at first, the thrill of building your dream arcade little by little and …"

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Richard Pett Games Freezer Aug 2022
95.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

95.0

"The LaundCade Is Now OPEN!"

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Rossko Keniston FingerGuns Aug 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

30.0

"Arcade Paradise is a cracking laundry / arcade simulator that rewards you for your patience and dedication to the cause. Once the arcade opens up you’ll have an absolute blast finding your new favourite game in a huge selection of …"

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Sammy Barker Push Square Aug 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

75.0

"If you&s;re nostalgic for the 90s and genuinely enjoy minigame compilations, Arcade Paradise is utterly essential. The title&s;s tongue-in-cheek tycoon gameplay and simulator window dressing serve as the backdrop for dozens upon dozens of video game parodies, spanning a GTA-style …"

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Shane Walsh MKAU Gaming Aug 2022
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

60.0

"There is a big collection of arcade units to acquire in the game, ranging from games that look similar to GTA but play like PAC Man, to a Frogger-style game or something like Candy Crush. Playing the games is fun …"

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Stephan Adamus COGconnected Aug 2022
78.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

70.0

"Despite the latter half of this review being mostly criticism, Arcade Paradise, at its core, is a very good management game, with tons of very well-parodied arcade games to play. The mix of genres works incredibly well. I really wish …"

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Steve Boxer VGC Aug 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

50.0

Story

20.0

"A clever management sim that pays homage to both the arcades of the 1990s and the exquisite drudgery of teenage jobs."

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Tom Quirk Checkpoint Gaming Aug 2022
65.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

40.0

"Arcana of Paradise – The Tower is a decent addition to any roguelike deckbuilder fan&s;s library. With its real-time gameplay adding tension to what is generally a slower, more tactical affair, it&s;s a refreshing twist on the formula. The inventive …"

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William Cennamo Screen Rant Aug 2022
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

62.0

"Overall, Arcade Paradise does exactly what it set out to do, it creates the nostalgic feelings of an old 90s arcade. The aesthetic is well-developed, and each of the 35 arcade games are enjoyable to play on their own. If …"

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Will Silberman Digital Chumps Aug 2022
90.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

88.0

Story

22.0

"If I could go back, even for a moment, to the mid-90s era of coin-operated arcades, I would seek the closest facsimile to Nosebleed Interactive&s;s arcade that is so perfectly constructed within Arcade Paradise VR. Until a time machine becomes …"

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Zoey Handley Destructoid Aug 2022
65.0 /100

"Slightly above average or simply inoffensive. Fans of the genre should enjoy them a bit, but a fair few will be left unfulfilled."

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