# My Arcade Empire — 80s tycoon idle game > 80s arcade tycoon idle tap game with business building and character upgrades. (iPhone/iPad app by Concrete Software, Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-arcade-empire/id1504116399 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Concrete Software, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/290886370) - Category: Games, Casual - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.70/5 from 871 App Store ratings · 176 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 172 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2021-10-25 - Data updated: 2026-08-23 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-arcade-empire/id1504116399/reviews.md ## What is My Arcade Empire? It’s a blast to the past in this gnarly arcade idle tap game! Build your own arcade empire to earn money and become the most bodacious arcade tycoon of the 80's! Corey and the gang need your help to create a totally tubular arcade! Tap to build arcade games, gain customers, and unlock fun characters! Collect character cards and level them up with pizza and tokens! It’s fun, it’s easy, it’s a free idle arcade tycoon game! GAME FEATURES BUILD BUSINESSES AND MAKE MONEY Tap and build your arcade businesses and get rich quick with the quirky residents of Ridgemont! Explore the arcade games and surf the tasty waves in New Wave, rock and roll with Axe Caliber, or deliver some tasty pizza pie in Pizza Time! Tap and play games to become an arcade idle tycoon millionaire! FREE IDLE TAP ARCADE ADVENTURES Tap and build arcade machines into money-making idle arcades! Automate businesses so you can even make cash while you’re not playing. Upgrade characters and businesses by collecting cards to help you rake in more cash, pizza, and tokens! Become the best idle tycoon master! KEY FEATURES: • Make idle cash and money online or offline • Collect fun character cards and automate arcade games • Expand your arcade empire • Casual, easy gameplay • Beautiful 2D and 3D graphics • Weekly events and prizes ## Key features - Build and manage arcade businesses - Earn money offline or online - Collect and upgrade character cards - Automate arcade games for idle income - Expand your arcade empire - Participate in weekly events ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Mini-Game Pack | $1.99 | one-time | | Tycoon Pack | $19.99 | one-time | | Arcade Pack | $4.99 | one-time | | Executive Pack | $9.99 | one-time | | The Jam Pack | $4.99 | one-time | | Dope Deal | $1.99 | one-time | | Best Deal!!! | $4.99 | one-time | | Best Deal!!! | $4.99 | one-time | | Best Deal!!! | $4.99 | one-time | | Best Deal!!! | $4.99 | one-time | | Best Deal!!! | $4.99 | one-time | | Best Deal!!! | $4.99 | one-time | | Best Deal!!! | $4.99 | one-time | | Best Deal!!! | $4.99 | one-time | | Best Deal!!! | $4.99 | one-time | | Robot Leech | $2.99 | one-time | | Robot Leech | $0.99 | one-time | | Lucky Duck! | $1.99 | one-time | | Best Deal!!! | $4.99 | one-time | | Best Deal!!! | $4.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of My Arcade Empire? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Best idle game - 👍 Entertaining story and characters - 🕹️ Fun 80s arcade theme - 🕹️ Enjoyable gameplay loop **Cons** - 🔍 Lack of new content after Episode 25 - 🔍 Repetitive events - 💰 Aggressive monetization through ads - 🐛 Buggy ad system **Commonly reported bugs** - Game crashes and freezes - Ads not loading properly - Purchasing issues **Most requested features** - More episodes and levels - Option to disable ads for a fee - Improved event design and rewards ## Recent user reviews (10 of 176) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-arcade-empire/id1504116399/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Best *2026-01-03, version 1.41.2* Simply the BEST idle game imo ### 5/5 — Good game but *2025-07-12, version 1.41.2* I’m rate 5 stars because there a D Word can you remove the d word? ### 5/5 — A go to! *2025-06-16, version 1.41.2* This idle game is one of the best! No main game is very consecutive when it comes to how much time is needed to beat it, progressively increasing obviously. While the events ARE very much possible to %100 complete-with the true time dedication of course. Definitely worth the download if you’re into or are trying to get into idle games. ### 1/5 — Purchasing System Broken *2025-04-04, version 1.41.2* Tried to purchase “jalapeños” for the current event and was charged but not given what I paid for. Got some glitchy error message. Deleted game and reinstalled but still no “jalapeños” Looks like this game is truly at the end of its life cycle if it’s just blatantly ripping people off now. Won’t make the same mistake twice. Deleting it for good and won’t be bothering with anything this developer publishes ever again. ### 1/5 — Rip off *2025-02-18, version 1.41.2* If you make in- game purchases, you will never get them. I’ve spent almost $50 over the last six months on in-game purchase resources and don’t receive any of them. This game is getting scammy. ### 4/5 — More levels? *2024-11-10, version 1.41.2* This games really good stories great and funny I’ve completed the story it’s just repeating the same Events which is becoming a little boring I’ve played for a long time would love some new levels and events ### 3/5 — Buggy *2024-08-25, version 1.41.2* Short duration events (1 to 4 days) with leaderboards are fun, but the ad dependency to remain competitive is ridiculous, particularly since the ad service is buggy and locks up the game for hours at a clip. No, it’s not my phone… as my brother has the same issues on his phone; no, it’s not the network, because I’m on the other side of the country from him. It’s the crappy game. Do better. Game seems to be abandoned… ### 4/5 — Great game but.. *2024-02-12, version 1.41.2* There are too many ads. Offer an paid option to disable ads at a reasonable price and you’d have a customer for life. ### 5/5 — Games, games, games! *2024-01-18, version 1.41.2* The character Leech is awesome 😂 This game is super fun. The banter between characters is very entertaining. The art, sounds, gameplay are on point. You can tell the developers had fun making this one. ### 5/5 — Good *2024-01-12, version 1.41.2* So fast now I’m already at episode 3 Make it faster ## Frequently asked questions about My Arcade Empire ### What is My Arcade Empire? My Arcade Empire is an idle tap game where you build and manage your own 1980s arcade business. You'll tap to build arcade games, attract customers, and upgrade characters to earn money and become the ultimate arcade tycoon. ### What are the key features of My Arcade Empire? Key features include building and managing arcade businesses, earning idle cash online or offline, collecting and upgrading fun character cards, automating arcade games, expanding your empire, and participating in weekly events with prizes. The gameplay is casual and easy. ### Is My Arcade Empire free to play? Yes, My Arcade Empire is a free idle arcade tycoon game. However, it does offer in-app purchases and contains ads, which are common monetization models for this type of game. ### Can I play My Arcade Empire offline? Yes, you can make idle cash and money online or offline in My Arcade Empire. This allows you to continue earning even when you're not actively playing the game. ### Who is the target audience for My Arcade Empire? This game is designed for players who enjoy casual, easy-to-learn gameplay and the simulation of building and managing a business. Fans of idle games, tycoon games, and those with an interest in 1980s nostalgia will find it particularly appealing. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.41.2 — 2023-01-30 My Arcade Empire 1.41.2 brings a totally awesome update out to you: - We've brought in the cleaning crew to clean the gum off the bottom of the tables and sweep the bugs up from behind the machines. Got a sweet idea? Email us at support@concretesoftware.com. ### 1.41.1 — 2022-12-16 My Arcade Empire 1.41.1 brings a totally awesome update out to you: - We've brought in the cleaning crew to clean the gum off the bottom of the tables and sweep the bugs up from behind the machines. Got a sweet idea? Email us at support@concretesoftware.com. ### 1.41.0 — 2022-12-12 My Arcade Empire 1.41.0 brings a totally awesome update out to you: - Check out the brand new upgraded version of The Claw! Gain enough pizza to feed the whole arcade! - We've brought in the cleaning crew to clean the gum off the bottom of the tables and sweep the bugs up from behind the machines. Got a sweet idea? Email us at support@concretesoftware.com. ### 1.40.0 — 2022-11-28 My Arcade Empire 1.40.0 brings an out of this world update out to you: - We've brought in the cleaning crew to clean the gum off the bottom of the tables and sweep the bugs up from behind the machines. Got a sweet idea? Email us at support@concretesoftware.com. ### 1.39.0 — 2022-11-14 My Arcade Empire 1.39.0 brings an out of this world update out to you: - What's that in the sky? A bird? A plane? AN ASTEROID?! Can the team save the arcade from that chaos that is to come? Find out in the brand new episodes now! - We've brought in the cleaning crew to clean the gum off the bottom of the tables and sweep the bugs up from behind the machines. Got a sweet idea? 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-23.*