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Arcade Games for Exhibition Stands

Attract More Visitors With Arcade Games for Exhibition Stands

Make your exhibition stand impossible to ignore with Arcade Games for Exhibition Stands. In busy halls full of competitors, you need something that stops visitors in their tracks — and nothing pulls a crowd faster than an interactive arcade game.

Whether you’re exhibiting at ExCeL London, Olympia London, NEC Birmingham, Manchester Central, SEC Glasgow or any major UK exhibition venue, arcade games instantly create movement, noise, fun and conversation. They transform passive walk-bys into active engagement and give your team the perfect opening to generate leads.


Why Arcade Games Work So Well at Exhibitions

Exhibition halls are crowded, competitive and busy — and arcade games give you an immediate advantage:

✔ Increase footfall
✔ Make visitors stop and participate
✔ Create natural conversation starters
✔ Boost dwell time on your stand
✔ Support competitions & giveaways
✔ Deliver shareable social media content
✔ Help brands stand out visually
✔ Attract people from across the hall

A stand with interactive games always outperforms a stand without them.


Top Arcade Games for Exhibition Stands

Reaction & Speed Games

Perfect for competitive challenges and quick interactions:

  • Catch It reaction game

  • Batak-style reaction wall

  • LED reaction games

  • Speed-based challenges

Ideal for lead generation and time-based prizes.

Retro Arcade Machines

Compact, nostalgic and instantly recognisable:

  • Street Fighter

  • Pac-Man

  • Space Invaders

  • Donkey Kong

  • Multi-game cabinets

Perfect for stands needing a quieter but highly interactive feature.

Basketball & Sports Games

High-energy and crowd-pulling:

  • Electronic basketball shootout

  • Mini basketball arcades

  • Football penalty shootout games

Eye-catching and great for competitions.

Prize & Giveaway Games

Designed for sales teams and promotional brands:

  • Branded claw/prize machines

  • Prize capsule (gashapon) machines

  • Digital prize wheels

Excellent for driving data capture.


Branded Arcade Games for Maximum Stand Impact

We can fully brand your exhibition games with:

  • Company logos

  • Campaign artwork

  • Product promotions

  • QR codes

  • Call-to-action panels

  • Custom plinths

  • Branded floor vinyls

  • Digital leaderboards

Branding turns the game into a centrepiece of your exhibition strategy.


Designed for Exhibition Environments

All games are chosen to suit exhibition halls:

  • Compact footprints

  • Quiet or adjustable sound

  • Fast setup

  • Professional presentation

  • Easy access through lifts & loading bays

  • Durable for multi-day use

We handle all logistics, access and timed delivery slots.


Available for All Major UK Venues

We supply arcade games for exhibition stands at:

  • ExCeL London

  • Olympia London

  • NEC Birmingham

  • Business Design Centre

  • Manchester Central

  • SEC Glasgow

  • Telford International Centre

  • Coventry Building Society Arena

  • Harrogate Convention Centre

And every other UK expo venue.


What’s Included With Your Hire

  • Delivery to your exhibition venue

  • Professional installation

  • Unlimited free-play setup

  • Safety testing

  • Compact cable management

  • End-of-show collection

  • Optional branding & prize solutions

Your stand team can focus on networking while we handle everything else.


Add Arcade Games to Your Exhibition Stand

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Arcade Games for Exhibition Stands — attract more visitors, boost engagement, and stand out at any expo.

FAQs – Arcade Games for Exhibition Stands

Do you deliver arcade games to all UK exhibition venues?

Yes — we supply arcade games to all major UK exhibition centres, including ExCeL London, Olympia London, NEC Birmingham, Manchester Central, SEC Glasgow, BDC Islington and many more.


Which arcade games work best for exhibition stands?

Top-performing exhibition stand games include:

  • Catch It reaction game

  • Batak-style reaction wall

  • Retro arcade machines

  • Basketball arcade machines

  • Prize claws & gashapon machines

  • Tabletop reaction games

  • LED speed games

These attract visitors quickly and suit compact stand layouts.


Do arcade games fit into small shell scheme stands?

Yes. We offer many compact options perfect for 2m, 3m and 4m shell schemes, including:

  • Bartop arcade machines

  • Tabletop reaction games

  • Mini basketball units

  • Prize capsule machines

  • Compact retro cabinets

We can recommend the best fit for your stand size.


Can the games be branded for our exhibition?

Absolutely. We can add:

  • Full vinyl wraps

  • Logo panels

  • Branded plinths

  • Leaderboards

  • Floor vinyls

  • QR codes for data capture

Branding helps integrate the game into your exhibition design.


Do arcade games help with lead generation?

Yes — games are proven to:

  • Increase stand footfall

  • Extend dwell time

  • Create natural conversation openers

  • Encourage visitors to share details for competitions

  • Produce social media content

They are one of the strongest tools for driving engagement.


How much space do I need for an arcade game?

It varies by machine:

  • Retro arcade cabinet: 70–80cm width

  • Basketball machine: 2m × 3m

  • Reaction wall: 2m × 2m

  • Bartop arcade: table space only

  • Prize claw: approx. 70cm × 85cm

Send us your floor plan & we’ll recommend the ideal setup.


Are the games noisy?

All arcade games have adjustable volume, and we can reduce sound levels to suit quieter exhibition aisles or professional business shows.


Do you handle delivery to timed loading bays?

Yes — we work with exhibition organisers and are used to loading bay schedules, tight access windows, early builds and late-night breakdowns.


Do the games run on free-play?

Yes. Every arcade game is set to unlimited free-play for the duration of the show — no coins or tokens needed.


Can I hire multiple arcade games for a large stand?

Yes — many clients hire 2–10 games depending on stand size, including:

  • Reaction game + basketball combo

  • Claw machine + retro arcade pair

  • Multi-game zones for experiential stands

We can design a full engagement package.


Is installation included?

Yes — delivery, installation, testing and end-of-show collection are all included. We also provide cable management suitable for exhibition environments.


Can the games be used for competitions?

Absolutely. Many exhibitors run:

  • Highest-score challenges

  • Timed competitions

  • Prize giveaways

  • Daily leaderboards

  • Social media based contests

We can help you plan competition formats.


Do you offer multi-day exhibition hire?

Yes — we supply for:

  • 1-day shows

  • 2–4 day exhibitions

  • Week-long exhibitions

  • Multi-city roadshows

Discounts available for extended hire.


How do I book arcade games for my exhibition stand?

Contact Boutique Party Hire with your show dates, venue, stand number and preferred games. We’ll confirm availability and handle everything from logistics to branding.