The Stinger Report

The Stinger Report

Amusement Factories Summer News
Hot Summer days and the imminent holiday rush has dropped a number of tantalising amusement stories on TSR - discussed is confirmation on the F-Zero memory card position Internationally – Taito's new video on test - what Capcom said about their latest brawler for coin-op - Namco's attempt to float the O.R.B.S concept in a new sector, and the confirmation on the Stinger's recent coverage.

Sammy Still Hungry!
After being alluded at in recent Stingers, well placed sources confirm that Sammy is considering a closer involvement with SNK owner Playmore, and that the ATOMISWAVE could be the new target platform for SNK titles. The Stinger also sheds light on the smouldering SEGA merger considerations look to be restarted, and why Namco was and is off their merger menu due to financial advice.

New Classification for Simulation - Soon!
Having broken the news regarding possible difficulties with the application of the BACTA ADIPS designation over two-seat simulators, the Stinger has been given exclusive details on the scope of the issues involved and some of the ramification for operators. The questions are: 1. has an unfair and possibly loophole in the classification of new motion experiences seen unfair expenditure for manufacturers of certain systems, and 2. Will the ADIPS gathering end up treating motion simulators like theme park rides, with a costly inspection and enforcement regime?

Games Room Design for SEGA AM
New style ‘Game Room' atmosphere attempted for AM facility design from SEGA. The Asian giant complements their considerable AM operation with a new experimental ‘Space for Adults'! The design brings darts and pinball to the AM scene, along with the use of retro games – but have the roots of this design been seen before, and how does the change in AM development reflect SEGA's management power struggle?

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