Space Arcade Games

Computer Space Arcade Cabinet

• Description: One of the first arcade games, released in 1971, but the two-player version is from 1973.
• Value: Sold for around $10k to $12k in 2019.
• Pros:
  • Historical significance as one of the earliest arcade games.
  • High value due to rarity and age.
• Cons:
  • Value depends on condition and functionality, with non-working cabinets fetching less.
  • Cracks in fiberglass may lower the value.

Games at the Airport

• Description: Unique arcade games at various airports.
• Pros:
  • Provides entertainment for travelers during layovers.
  • Variety of games to choose from, including classics like Donkey Kong and Street Fighter.
• Cons:
  • Limited selection at some airports.
  • Concerns about potential violence in airport settings.

Imps and Ghosts Arcade Games

• Description: Ideas for arcade games in the Afterlife setting for ghosts.
• Pros:
  • Engaging gameplay for ghosts to complete tasks and compete against each other.
• Cons:
  • Potential for abuse of game mechanics.
  • Issues with ghosts not finishing their tasks.

Zeuzo and his Glaives

• Description: Story about a player selling his game account for in-game items.
• Pros:
  • Interesting anecdote about game trading and consequences.
  • Illustrates pitfalls of buying and selling game accounts.
• Cons:
  • Negative outcome for the player who purchased the account.
  • Consequences of breaking game rules and selling accounts.

Space Arcade Game Nostalgia

• Description: Reddit users reminiscing about classic space arcade games.
• Pros:
  • Nostalgia for classic arcade games like Galaga, Tempest, and Star Wars.
  • Memories of playing games like Wing Commander and Elite.
• Cons:
  • Some games lacked proper endings, potentially leaving players unsatisfied.
  • Difficulty in some games, needing walkthroughs to complete.

Miscellaneous Space Game Recommendations

• Description: Various space games recommended by users, from Elite to Freespace and more.
• Pros:
  • Diverse range of space games recommended for different interests.
  • Nostalgia for classic titles like Wing Commander.
• Cons:
  • Lack of follow-up or sequels for some beloved games.
  • Challenges in finding similar games to old favorites.