Understanding the game rules
Mastering the rules and mechanics of each arcade game is the first step toward getting high scores. In classic basketball shooting games, each successful shot can accumulate between 2 to 5 points, but in the last 30 seconds, points often double or triple. After understanding these rules, you can focus on these bonus stages to maximize your score. In claw machine games, you can assume that only 1 to 2 grabs out of every ten will reach full strength, so consider this when selecting the item you want to grab.
For games like whack-a-mole, the frequency and speed of the moles appearing vary significantly at different stages. The first 50 seconds are usually the warm-up period, with moles appearing at a slower pace, about 1 every 5 seconds. In the last 10 seconds, the speed increases to 2 moles per second. When you can predict these changes, your hit rate will increase significantly. If you understand and take advantage of these key timing points, your scoring efficiency could improve by 20%-30%.
Mastering timing and rhythm
The core of most arcade games lies in precise timing and rhythm control. In coin-pusher games, if you drop coins too quickly, you may miss the best time to push the coins, resulting in fewer coins being pushed off. My first tip for success is to drop coins when the push plate is about to reach the edge, increasing your success rate by 50% compared to randomly dropping coins. Similarly, in whack-a-mole games, you need to act quickly when a mole appears. Your reaction time should be within 0.5 seconds, allowing you to hit 10 to 15 targets per minute, a figure that matches the published data on whack-a-mole.
In racing games, like the Need for Speed series, the best time to drift is usually at the entrance of a corner. This clumsy move will slow your car down by 30%-40%, but if you time and control the drift correctly, you can reduce your lap time by 5 to 10 seconds. If the race has more than 3 laps, the overall result will improve significantly.
Using small techniques
You can also gain an advantage through some unique small techniques in arcade games that you won’t find in regular casino games. When used correctly, these techniques can make a big difference. Investigations show that around 30% of claw machines allow players to gently shake the claw entrance point, which can improve the chances of success. The positioning of the claw is also important, and it is recommended to adjust the claw close to the prize’s center of gravity, which can increase the success rate by about 20%.
Between January and March 2020, the UK Gambling Commission received a dozen complaints about coin-pusher games. Some players believed that dropping multiple coins (3 to 5 at a time) could increase the pushing force, causing more coins to fall. In certain machines, this method increased the number of coins pushed off by 15%. Similarly, in shooting games like Cadillacs and Dinosaurs, memorizing the fixed patterns of enemy appearances allows players to pre-aim and ensure every shot hits the target, with an accuracy rate of over 90%.
Staying patient and focused
Patience and focus are very important when playing arcade games, especially for players prone to emotional fluctuations. Over 80% of people make mistakes when their emotions run high. In basketball shooting games, if you become anxious after missing a few shots, your shooting accuracy can drop by 30%. We suggest taking 2-3 seconds to breathe and refocus after each miss to stabilize your performance.
