(give aways) Activision will be giving us games and Swag to give out at the show of thier most popular family games.
(booth) Fairy Tail Anime with tons of hard to find stuff for your collections!
(booth) Arcadeology is a Houston based company that materialized from a father and son’s passion for arcade collecting. Over the last 15 years, Chief Arcadeologist Aaron Sanders and team have built and restored countless machines. Arcadeology specializes in one-off scratch machine builds and commissioned restorations. Come by the Arcadeology booth to see our work and to play the new and exciting Skycurser game! Please also enjoy our games throughout the show floor! Contact us via email at arcadeology@gmail.com and follow us on Twitter for all of our arcade shenanigans @Arcadeology
(playing live 10/20/17) Atarimatt is rad. Biography: I make cool songs by reprogramming multiple Synthcarts. Band Interests: dreamcicles, new underwear, mowing the lawn, stupid shit, happy mayonnaise.
(give aways) Bedrock City Comic Co. is the ultimate comic book shop. Recognized nationally by collectors and peers alike and named Houston’s best comic book store ten years in a row by the Houston Press. Bedrock City has a variety and volume of comic book and pop culture inventory second to none!!
(Booth) Blushyies: Mission, Provide the best anime/gaming merchandise for the cheapest price to our amazing customers!
(booth) Chris Munro has been a staple at the Houston show for collectors and people looking for that odd something, he always brings a Big ole’ table o’ stacked with pinball & arcade parts that you might need to finish that project or something cool to put on your wall!
(give aways)Coin Taker LEDs: QUALITY PINBALL LED BULBS, games parts and Mods AT AFFORDABLE PRICES and the best support in the world!
ColorDMD Demo games to play and see! ColorDMD is an LCD display designed to replace the traditional orange dot matrix displays (DMDs) used in pinball machines. Round dots are drawn to the LCD to emulate the original dots. Because it’s an LCD, any color dot is possible. By adding in proprietary algorithms and hardware we are able to create a multicolor display to enhance older games designed originally with only one color.
(booth) Michelle and John Costa of Pearland, Texas own and operate Drop-A-Coin Repair which specializes in restoring pinball machines, arcade games and jukeboxes. Their motto: “We don’t fix the problem, we repair the machine”. Pinball, arcades, jukeboxes, signs, and more decorate their entire home. John jokes, “You can always identify a crazy collector by how many machines he/she has in their kitchen”. Costa kitchen: 4 pinballs, 1 jukebox, 10 signs, and a wall of pinball playfields – “crazy collectors,” borderline. The Costa family has been a staple at the H.A.A.G. show contributing in showcasing some of their fantastic machines – games the public rarely gets to see, much less, ever gets to play. Collecting is only part of the equation through our company Drop-A-Coin Repair we have brought hundreds of machines (pinball, jukeboxes etc.) back to life ensuring enjoyment for future generations of gamers. John and Michelle conclude that the easiest way to propagate this hobby is by sharing their individual experiences whether through repair tips, stories of great finds, or just all around high score bragging rights. “We are a community and the Costa family is proud to be a part of it”.
(booth) Danny’s collectables specializes in a wide variety of vintage toys and collectibles from the 1930’s and up. Stepping into our booth is like taking a step backward in time, evoking memories of childhood and home. An emphasis is made on American collectibles, featuring both American-made items and those items made for the American market. In addition to the large inventory of vintage toys, we also carry many other historical and pop culture items. You will find hundreds of vintage items for sale including Character Collectibles, Non Sports Trading Cards, Sports Memorabilia, Model Kits, Autographs, Advertising, Vintage Posters, Comic Books, Childrens Books, Paper Collectibles, Coca Cola, Mid-Century Household, Military, Fishing Tackle, Artwork. The list just goes on! You never know what you will find amidst our treasures!
(Big Smoke Sponser) Executive Approach is a Management Consulting company providing tailored business solutions for our clients. We are one of the world’s leading management consulting firms. We work with top executives and investors to help them make better plans, decisions, and deliver sustainable successes they desire. For over 25 years our teams’ passion for achieving better results for our clients have resulted in global revenue growth, increased market share, and improved profits. Our results go beyond financial, technical & marketing as they are distinctly tailored, pragmatic, holistic, and enduring through time.
(booth) Felt Good Co. Is a really cool company selling cool stuff and was formed in 2015, by some really cool people.
(booth) Texas State Technical College is a state funded Tech College where hands on experience provides students with Cert II or Associates Applied Science degrees in Fort Bend County
(Give-aways / Game Demo) GAME OVER VIDEOGAMES is an independent chain of classic & used videogame stores in Texas with a huge selection of more than 10,000 games, systems and accessories for Atari 2600, Intellivision, NES, SNES, Genesis, Dreamcast, Playstation, Saturn, 3DO, Turbografx-16 and many more! Plus, we have the largest selection of video game related items as well such as books, tshirts, keychains, candy, stickers, etc. We pay cash or store credit for all trade ins. Buy, sell, and trade YOUR favorite classic video games at Game Over Videogames. For store locations or to shop online, please visit us online at www.gameovervideogames.com
(Booth) Gerardo’a comics has the coolest comic books you can find from graded and slabed to the nicest issues that you can open up and enjoy.
“…The Legion is an all-volunteer organization formed for the express purpose of bringing together costume enthusiasts under a collective identity within which to operate. The Legion seeks to promote interest in Star Wars through the building and wearing of quality costumes, and to facilitate the use of these costumes for Star Wars-related events as well as contributions to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work…”
(booth) Custom T-Shirt Sales We specialize in the impossible. Our t-shirts focus on the nostalgia genre, Sci-fi, Comic Book, Parody, Anime, You-name-it. And we are very excited to show off some of our new video-game inspired designs! TMNT, Pac-man, Super Mario, DBZ and many more!!! Always Remember, “If you can think it, We can Ink it!!!”
– Give aways and prizes Jersey Jack Pinball, Inc. was founded to design and manufacture full featured mechanical action commercial arcade pinball machines. Games that will be played and enjoyed for generations to come. We are committed to exclusively building full-sized, full featured commercial arcade pinball machines and we are the only current manufacturer of Pinball Machines in the United States with that Mission.
(booth) Joystix Classic Games and Pinballs has been serving Houston and surrouding areas since 1987. Our first machine was a stuffed animal crane and a two car garage served as our workshop. After years of continual growth, we know have one of the largest showrooms in the country. We carry most major manufacturers products in the amusement industry. We always maintain close to 250 classic and new arcade games, pinball machines, jukeboxes, air hockey, dart machines, photo booths and much more in our showroom. Joystix takes pride in being the only retailer in Texas that not only provides in house service but also accepts trade-ins toward new equipment. We have a vast networking system and can locate almost any game you desire. Our customer service is second to none and you can always reach me the owner, Charlie, instead of any answering machine after 5:01p.m. If you are looking for a particular game or an awesome place for your party, Joystix has the experience and integrity to satisfy your needs.
He will be at the show with a ton of parts and can fix your boards at the show! I travel all over the US repairing and delivering games. I carry a large inventory of parts for pinball machines from the 1980’s through today’s new Stern pinball machines. If you’re interested in having a game serviced, please contact me directly at borygard@gmail.com
Lone Star Pinball Association- Pinball Parts and memorabilia for the People! NOTE: We do in-home repairs so please call before coming to the shop!
(booth) “Magic Twists is a family owned business focused on quality entertainment and decor. Based in the Houston area, we provide balloon art for a wide variety of events. Our services are available for private parties, anniversaries, corporate events, company picnics, grand openings, public events, and fundraisers. Most events are booked 3-4 weeks in advance. www.MagicTwists.com / 632.704.0209 “
– Give aways and prizes Marco Specialties, Inc. was founded in 1985 with one mission: provide pinball machine owners one source for Everything Pinball. Online since 1999, Marco has since grown to offer over 30,000 individual parts for thousands of games to customers around the world. With thousands of rare parts, large inventories of common parts, next-day fulfillment, and unmatched customer service, Marco continues to raise the bar for the pinball industry. Customers return to Marco again and again thanks to the industry’s largest database of pinball parts carefully matched to individual games.
(Booth Friday Night only) Caricatures By Matt Robinson!
(tourney, Give aways, Prizes) In Marvel’s upcoming film THOR: RAGNAROK, Thor is forced to fight the Hulk in an epic contest of champions! Compete in our Thor vs. Hulk themed Joust Pinball tournament for your chance to win passes to see THOR: RAGNAROK at a special IMAX 3D Advance Screening in Houston! The first 100 attendees will receive an exclusive THOR: RAGNAROK movie prize at the door! © 2017 Marvel Studios THOR: RAGNAROK hits theatres nationwide on November 3! Website: Marvel.com/Thor Facebook: /Thor Twitter: @ThorOfficial Instagram: @ThorMovie Hashtag: #ThorRagnarok
(Demo) Mortal Kombat Custom Low Rider Bike!
(booth) Will be at the show with machines will do a seminar It’s a game changer The P3 is a pinball platform. It supports hundreds of completely different game apps, each providing a unique gaming experience and offering something for everybody, kids and adults alike! Many of these games will be written by us. Others can be written by you! When combined with different upper playfield shot layouts, the possibilities are truly endless. Our first suite of games will take you to imaginery worlds you’ve never seen before and through interactions you never dreamed were possible. Unknown adventures lie ahead! Journey through outer space, encountering new worlds, making new friends, and battling new enemies. Each world presents new challenges, scenery, and interactions, as does the seemingly empty space around it.
(give aways) The Player One Story When six great companies join forces to create a new player in the industry, it changes the game. At the heart of what we do is selling, distributing, operating and servicing new and used amusement equipment for large commercial enterprises, self-operating businesses and residential locations. With over 31,400 pieces of equipment operating in over 3,450 locations and growing, we’re the one player that can deliver a winning solution for any size business, anywhere in North America.
(booth) We sell all sorts of toys–vintage, anime, popular franchise, new and loose, from many fandoms! Our stock is eclectic and always changing. Look for the Plushie Pants Man!
{booth} “Ravenshire Hobby is a small online family business, based in Spring, Texas, that focuses on providing figures, apparel, manga, comics, and other merchandise based on popular anime and video games. All of our items are officially licensed to ensure that you receive quality products. We also produce original videos, reviews, and podcasts on our site for everyone to enjoy!”
– Give aways and prizes Stern Pinball, Inc. (“SPI”) designs and manufactures arcade-quality pinball gameslocated just outside Chicago, Illinois. The company traces its lineage to Philadelphia in the 1930’s when Sam Stern got into the business of operating pinball games. These new games were all the rage in bars and restaurants, and game operators were making a very good living. Sam became so successful as an operator that he soon became a game distributor as well. Through the first decade of the new millennium, SPI has continued to carry the pinball banner and promote the game throughout the world. The company has released many popular games, including Pirates of the Caribbean, Indiana Jones, Shrek, Batman, Spiderman, the Simpsons Pinball Party and many more. Its games continue to be enjoyed by both pinball enthusiasts and casual players around the world.
(booth) Booth, Texas own Titan Pinball brings only the best in pinball lights, rubbers, and accessories. They will have tons of stuff for sale at the show so get your shopping list ready!.
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The Rebel Legion is an international Star Wars costuming organization created by, of and for people interested in creating costumes from the Star Wars mythos. Research, create, build and improve your costumes in a place where costumers with similar passions share skills, tips and ideas. Jedi, Rebel Pilots, Troopers, Princesses and even Wookiees…. we’ve got them all….and we’re always looking for more. We are the good guys!
(booth) Respawn Gaming was founded in the SETX area back in 2012. As we have grown, we have changed and redefined our brand to support what it means to be a true dedicated game store. Our selection is wide in range, offering a selection that benefits both the household gamer and the tough collectors. Visit us today and join our membership for FREE.
(booth) Houston based independent game developer known as Ultra Dolphin Revolution. They are here to debut our first game, Shadow Archer, that’s exclusively for the Wii U. they are also planning on having a table top arcade cabinet to showcase the game, and holding a small contest for the game! We’re selling retro video game merchandise, and video game related fan art
Email me at machine@arcadecenter.com with what you are bringing. Load-in instructions Load-in for Exhibitors and people bringing games is as follows 12pm until 12am Thursday 9am until 12pm Friday Your game needs to be there (even if you sell it) until the end of the show. the Vendor Section will be locked up at 10pm each night Load out is Either End of Show Saturday Night (Depending on how may people are left we will stay open until 2am) or you can load out on Sunday starting about 9am until 5pm. You can bring games to sell, but they must be on free play and everyone must be able to play them Games must stay until load out times unless there is an emergency