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Arcade games
Coverage of Arcade games in the Nexus archive.
- New ‘brain gym’ at Upper East Side assisted living’ keeps seniors’ minds sharp
Residents at The Bristal in the Upper East Side are using technology similar to arcade games to combat cognitive decline. The initiative is part of a new 'brain gym' program designed to keep seniors mentally sharp.
- Skill games decision in Pa. could ban arcade games without legislative regulation
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled skill games unlawful, creating uncertainty for businesses and potentially affecting traditional arcade games at venues like Chuck E. Cheese and Dave & Busters. The decision challenges whether games like Skee-Ball and claw machines qualify as gambling devices, with lawmakers urged to regulate and tax these games to resolve legal ambiguity.