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Branded Arcade Machines

At Game Works Creative, we are proud to be one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of retro arcade machines and custom branded arcade cabinets. Designed for both leisure venues and promotional use, our arcade systems combine the nostalgia of classic 1980s and 1990s gaming with modern reliability and full branding options.

Whether you want a classic upright cabinet, a sit-down cocktail arcade table, or a branded arcade coffee table, we create systems that not only deliver outstanding gameplay but also act as powerful promotional tools.

Our upright retro arcade machines are built in authentic arcade-style cabinets, complete with HD displays, illuminated joysticks and buttons, and custom light-up headers that recreate the atmosphere of the golden age of gaming. Preloaded with thousands of selectable classics, they are a perfect choice for gaming enthusiasts and a proven attraction at exhibitions, brand activations, and corporate events. For businesses and venues, they provide both entertainment and engagement, keeping visitors on your stand or in your space for longer.

For a more compact and stylish option, we also manufacture cocktail arcade machines and arcade coffee tables. These sit-down designs deliver the same retro gaming experience in a space-saving format, making them ideal for bars, offices, breakout spaces, and hospitality areas. With the option to brand panels directly or add custom CNC-cut graphics, cocktail tables can be tailored to reflect your campaign, company logo, or sponsor branding, turning them into interactive marketing assets as well as fun games.

As specialists in branded arcade machines for events, we work closely with companies to design cabinets that reflect their identity. Whether fully wrapped in your brand colours or featuring subtle logo placement, these machines serve as interactive brand ambassadors, attracting attention, encouraging participation, and leaving a lasting impression on audiences.

Every arcade system is also designed with transport and protection in mind. Supplied with road-ready, wheeled flight cases, our machines are easy to move, set up, and store safely, making them a practical choice for event hire companies, exhibition organisers, roadshows, and promotional tours.

Whether you’re looking to buy a retro arcade machine in the UK, invest in a branded arcade cabinet for a trade show, or add a cocktail arcade table to your venue, Game Works Creative offers quality, durability, and full customisation. Our arcade machines are more than just games — they are interactive experiences that bring nostalgia, fun, and brand impact to any setting.

Branded arcade machines
Branded arcade machines

Easily Rebranded

Our arcade machines can be quickly and easily rebranded thanks to our optional branding panels which allow the machine to be completely re-branded with a replacement graphic in just a couple of minutes with the addition of just a few button cap fixings (allen key supplied).

We can supply replacement panels with full template packs and fast turn around thanks to our in house print and graphics department. Full details of replacement branding cost can be found in our arcade pricing here.

Portable arcade machines

Retro Arcade Photo Gallery

A few photos of retro arcade machines we have manufactured, sold and personalised previously for clients.

Trusted By The Biggest Brands

We are proud to have produced retro arcade machines and promotional games on behalf of so many amazing brands, here is just a snapshot of some of the brands we have created games for in the last couple of years.

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Arcade Machines Over The Years

The story of retro arcade machines begins in the early 1970s, when electronic gaming first moved into the public arena. One of the very first commercially successful arcade games was Pong (1972) by Atari — a simple yet addictive table-tennis-style game that set the stage for the arcade revolution.

By the late 1970s, arcades exploded in popularity with the release of Space Invaders (1978). Its groundbreaking design and thrilling gameplay made it one of the most iconic arcade titles ever created, sparking a new wave of coin-operated video games. Soon after, titles like Pac-Man (1980), Donkey Kong (1981), and Galaga (1981) cemented arcade machines as a cultural phenomenon of the 1980s.

A retro arcade machine captures the look, feel, and nostalgia of this golden age. Built in authentic cabinet styles, these machines recreate the classic arcade experience while upgrading with modern HD displays, illuminated joysticks, and multi-game boards.
Most modern arcade machines now include thousands of classic titles in one system, letting players enjoy everything from Pong and Space Invaders to later favourites like Street Fighter II and Mortal Kombat.

At Game Works Creative, we build a variety of retro arcade cabinets for homes, venues, and events:
Upright Arcade Cabinets – The traditional design, perfect for arcades, gaming rooms, offices, and exhibitions.
Cocktail Arcade Tables – Sit-down coffee table-style machines that are stylish, space-saving, and ideal for casual multiplayer gaming.
Branded Arcade Machines – Fully customisable cabinets with your logo, colours, and promotional graphics, designed for exhibitions, trade shows, and experiential marketing campaigns.

From Pong to Pac-Man, these early games were simple to learn but difficult to master. That accessibility remains key to their enduring appeal:
Nostalgia – Adults who grew up in the 70s, 80s, and 90s relive their childhood memories.
Universal fun – Games like Space Invaders are easy for new generations to pick up instantly.
Event engagement – Retro machines attract crowds and spark conversations at trade shows and brand activations.
Custom branding – Modern cabinets double as interactive promotional tools, reinforcing brand identity while entertaining.

Our portable arcade machines are built for today’s needs. Supplied with wheeled flight cases for transport and storage, they’re perfect for event hire companies, exhibitions, and promotional tours. Each cabinet can be fully branded to maximise visual impact and brand recognition.

From the pioneering simplicity of Pong, through the alien battles of Space Invaders, to the enduring popularity of Pac-Man and beyond, arcade machines have shaped modern gaming and entertainment culture. Today, retro arcade machines offer a bridge between past and present — blending nostalgic gameplay with modern design and branding opportunities.

Whether you want a retro arcade cabinet for home use, a cocktail arcade table for a venue, or a branded arcade machine for promotional events, these systems remain one of the most iconic and engaging entertainment solutions available.

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