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Arcade Games is a place to learn how two of the most popular arcade games work - pool tables and pinball machines.

How Billiard Tables Work

Featured Article: How Billiard Tables Work

Billiards, also known as pool, is played all over the world. But there's a lot more to it than just putting a ball in a pocket. Find out how pool tables are made, and learn about the games that are played on them. See more »

How Billiard Tables Work

How Billiard Tables Work

Billiards, also known as pool, is played all over the world. But there's a lot more to it than just putting a ball in a pocket. Find out how pool tables are made, and learn about the games that are played on them.

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How does the ball return work on a coin-operated pool table?

How does the ball return work on a coin-operated pool table?

On a coin-operated pool table, if you hit one of the numbered balls into a pocket, the ball goes into a locked storage compartment. If you hit the cue ball into a pocket, the table returns it. How does the pool table tell the difference?

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How Pinball Machines Work

How Pinball Machines Work

The pinball machine is an arcade standard that most enjoy having a game or two on. There are also those who have truly mastered its secrets. Find out about the vagaries and nuances of tilt sensors, replays, matches, combination shots and more.

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How Video Game Testers Work

How Video Game Testers Work

Many people think that being a video game tester is a dream job, but it isn't as easy as you think. Learn more about the responsibilities of a video game tester in this article.

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