Starting an arcade business in a shopping mall, resort, or tourist attraction is one of the most profitable entertainment investments in 2025. With high foot traffic, strong family demand, and a rising interest in interactive arcade games, a modern Family Entertainment Center (FEC) can generate stable monthly income and fast ROI.
As a global arcade game machine supplier and FEC solution provider, BLEE has helped hundreds of operators plan, design, and install arcade centers, claw machine parks, VR gaming zones, racing simulator arenas, and shooting game sections in malls and resorts across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
This guide shows you how to properly plan your arcade business, choose machines, estimate startup cost, and structure your layout for maximum revenue.
1. Why Malls, Resorts, and Tourist Areas Are Perfect for an Arcade Business
These locations offer several advantages:
✔ High Foot Traffic
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Malls bring steady daily customer flow
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Resorts attract families willing to spend
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Tourist areas generate seasonal peaks and strong impulse spending
✔ Strong Demand for Family Entertainment
Modern arcades featuring:
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Claw machines
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Shooting game machines
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Racing arcade machines
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Redemption & ticket games
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VR simulators
are among the top performers in leisure complexes.
✔ Flexible Space Options
BLEE arcade projects range from:
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50–100㎡ small arcades
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150–300㎡ mall entertainment zones
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500–2,000㎡ full FEC setups
2. Space Planning: How Much Area Do You Need?
Here’s a simple breakdown for arcade layouts:
| Arcade Type | Recommended Area | Machines Included |
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| Mini Mall Arcade (50–120㎡) | 20–35 machines | Claw machines, small shooting games, kiddie rides |
| Medium FEC (150–300㎡) | 35–60 machines | Shooting game machines, racing games, redemption games |
| Large Resort/Tourist FEC (500–2,000㎡) | 80–200+ machines | VR zone, racing simulators, basketball machines, coin pushers, full prize redemption store |
BLEE provides 3D FEC layout design, electrical plans, and machine placement optimization for all project sizes.
3. Best Arcade Machines for Malls, Resorts & Tourist Destinations
To maximize revenue, choose a balanced mix of high-ROI machines:
✔ Claw Machines (Top Performer in Malls)
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Low maintenance
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High impulse-play rate
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Can be themed with plush, electronics, blind boxes
Keywords: claw machine, prize machine, crane game machine, toy vending machine
✔ Shooting Game Machines
Best for teenagers & adults, highly attractive in tourist locations.
Popular options:
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Zombie shooting games
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55–75-inch HD gun games
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Two-player battle shooting games
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VR shooting simulators
✔ Racing Arcade Machines
Perfect for resorts and malls with competitive customers.
Options include:
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Single racing machine (from $700–$1,500)
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Twin racing arcade machines (from $2,800–$3,500)
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4-screen deluxe racing simulators (from $5,300)
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VR racing machines ($8,000+)
✔ VR Games & Interactive Zones
A huge attraction in tourist areas.
Includes:
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VR motorcycles
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VR shooting
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VR 360 chairs
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LED floor interactive games
✔ Redemption & Ticket Games
Essential for keeping families engaged.
Examples:
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Coin pushers
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Basketball machines
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Hammer games
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Ticket redemption games
4. Startup Cost: How Much to Open an Arcade Business in 2025?
Approximate budget ranges:
Small Arcade (50–100㎡)
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Cost: $10,000–$40,000
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15–25 machines
Medium Arcade / Mall FEC (150–300㎡)
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Cost: $50,000–$150,000
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35–60 machines
Large Tourist/Resort FEC (500–2,000㎡)
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Cost: $200,000–$1,000,000+
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Full arcade + VR + prize store
BLEE provides arcade game machines factory-direct pricing, allowing investors to save 20–30% compared to local distributors.
5. ROI: How Much Profit Can an Arcade Make?
Typical revenue per machine (global average):
| Machine Type | Daily Income Range |
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| Claw Machines | $30–$150/day |
| Shooting Games | $25–$120/day |
| Racing Machines | $20–$100/day |
| VR Machines | $40–$200/day |
| Redemption Games | $15–$80/day |
Average ROI period:
👉 6–12 months for malls
👉 4–8 months for tourist areas (higher traffic)
6. Why Work With BLEE for Your Arcade Business?
BLEE offers full one-stop arcade solutions, including:
✔ 1. Project Planning & Investment Consultation
Professional evaluation of foot traffic, location value, and revenue potential.
✔ 2. 2D/3D Arcade Layout & Zone Design
Optimized placement for claw games, shooting games, racing machines, VR areas, redemption zones.
✔ 3. Direct Factory Supply of Arcade Machines
Over 500+ arcade machine models, including all major categories.
✔ 4. On-Site Installation & Remote Technical Support
Global service for malls, resorts, and entertainment parks.
✔ 5. After-Sales, Spare Parts & Long-Term Maintenance Support
7. Ready to Start Your Arcade Business? Contact BLEE
Whether you’re building:
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A mall arcade
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A resort entertainment zone
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A tourist-area amusement center
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Or a full FEC with VR, racing, shooting & claw machines
BLEE can design, supply, and install your entire arcade from start to finish.
👉 Contact BLEE today for a free FEC layout, machine list, and investment proposal.
✨ Let us help you build a profitable arcade business in 2025 and beyond!
