About Mark Jackson - Founder & Arcade Advisor
Mark is the founder of Arcade Direct and has over 16 years experience helping to advise customers and share his knowledge in the retro arcade market.
Posts written by Mark Jackson
Creating the Ultimate Kids Party
Is your child having a birthday soon and you want to make sure the day is special as possible? Well, there is only one thing you can do; throw a big party and have a great time! You can invite all of their friends and celebrate their big day in style. Of course, every kid’s birthday […]
Which are the best Arcade Games to hire in the UK?
Do you love playing video games and want to find out more about the best ones to hire? Well, you have come to the right place. It does not matter how many modern games come out, there are some classic games that never get old. They still have fantastic storylines and offer challenges that will […]
The Best Gamer Gifts in the UK
Are you trying to choose a birthday present or Christmas gift for a gamer? If you are not into gaming, it can be difficult to know what to buy them. This is especially true if it seems like they have all of the modern and popular games. Following our last article on the ultimate […]
New Home Project? Don’t Forget the Games Room!
You are finally designing your new dream home. The living room is all planned and know what the kitchen looks like. You have even chosen the furniture for all of your bedrooms. But there is one room left and you are unsure what to use it for. Well, let us help you with this one; […]
Arcade Machines on the Market – Why We Pride on Selling Originals
Buy Original Arcade Games in the UK Are you thinking about purchasing an arcade machine? Having an arcade machine in your home or business is a fantastic idea. Modern offices are like Google and Facebook HQ’s have set the way for employee wellbeing and downtime. It’s proven to improve productivity, as well as being a […]
Promote Your Brand with a Custom Arcade Machine
If you have been rolling with the same marketing techniques for a while, the likeliness is you have fallen behind on the newest trends. Things move fast in this world of new technology and creativity, so ask yourself, is it time to change your marketing strategy? Having a marketing campaign is the key to attracting […]
Using Arcade Machines to Tie in With Your Themed Event
Photo Above: Top Shop had a spooky arcade in store to promote their new ‘Stranger Things’ range Even Top Shop has been in on the action. They released a Stranger Things clothing range and wanted to create a fun spot for customers to become excited about the new releases. This includes an arcade with the […]
How Multiplayer Games Have Evolved
In today’s technological world, a lot of games are taken for granted. With the high-quality graphics and the realistic game scenarios, the technology we have today is far more advanced than we realise. This has taken a lot of years to develop. In particular, a lot of people take multiplayer games for granted. Now can play […]
The History of Arcade Controls
One of the main developments with arcade machines over the years has been the graphics. Nowadays, you can enjoy sharp and colourful graphics that are almost realistic. But, this is not the only thing that has changed over the years. In fact, there has been a big development with arcade controls since arcade machines were […]
Can I Get a Games Machine for My Home?
Do you love playing games and have a soft spot for retro arcade games? Well, you are not alone! Some of the classics from the 1980s and 1990s are making a return since everybody loves the thrill and fun these fantastic old school games brought to their childhood. But, the great thing is that you […]
