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Pocket Arcade Story

Pocket Arcade Story

by Kairosoft Co.,Ltd

41 ratings
70 reviews
🎮 Games
🎬 Entertainment
🎈 Casual
🕹 Simulation
$4.99

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Released
June 29, 2016
Updated
February 27, 2026

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Developer

Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
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About

Build and manage your dream arcade by stocking it with various game machines. Host tournaments, customize your venue with amenities, and attract more customers to become a top-rated gaming paradise.

✓Build and customize arcade
✓Stock with game machines
✓Host fighting game tournaments
✓Fine-tune game machine settings
✓Add food stands and amenities
✓Customize crane game claws
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What users say about Pocket Arcade Story

Reviews of Pocket Arcade Story are mixed: the game is rated 3.2/5 from 41 App Store ratings. What users like most: addictive and fun gameplay, great simulation game. Top complaints: game is too slow-paced, lack of new content/arcade games. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Addictive and fun gameplay
  • 👍Great simulation game
  • 👍No ads or in-app purchases (for some versions)
  • 👍Good return to form for Kairosoft
  • 👍Engaging mini-game fights
  • 👍Relaxing gameplay

Negative things

  • 👎Game is too slow-paced
  • 👎Lack of new content/arcade games
  • 👎Repetitive grinding for progression
  • 👎Confusing to figure out what to do
  • 👎Fighting game is too much of a grind
  • 👎Limited space for placing items
  • 👎Expensive for the app when it crashes
  • 👎Not much to do after initial few games
  • 👎Boring Kairosoft game
  • 👎Runs out of steam quickly
  • 👎Annoying facility arrangement system
  • 👎Tournament fights are fun but repetitive
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What's New in Pocket Arcade Story

1.31

February 27, 2026

Fixed minor issues.

User reviews

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點解唔係加強版

無update 過又唔係加強版點解仲要收錢?
買左先知原來同試玩嘅唔一樣😡
VVvlicious

垃圾

攻擊100被打1000 電腦瘋狂開掛 玩屁呀
已經買貴公司的遊戲好幾個了
以後不會在支持貴公司出產的任何產品
秋秋天Fhis

걍 쓰레기 게임

경영의 의미가 너무 없음
미니게임이여야 하는 대전 격투가 너무 메인으로 와버림.
스트리트 파이터2가 비디오 게임에서 가지는 의미는 알지만, 굳이 그걸 제한된 컨트롤로 재현할 필요가 있을까. 완벽한 실패작.
별별명시팔지우기안되노

Boring

Not much to do in this game as there are rarely any new arcade games to buy after the initial few. What gives?
UEUpdate Enjoyment

Love

This is another incredible game
NNattyBOY1989
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Update deleted save files

Bug

Game crashes frequently

Bug

Cannot download after purchase

Bug

Bug with game machine screen appearing on characters during Texas Hold'em

Bug
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Requested Features

11 requests

Add a golf simulator

Feature

Add a basketball simulator

Feature

Add a dance simulator

Feature

Add a volleyball simulator

Feature

Add a baseball simulator

Feature

Add a bowling simulator

Feature

Allow storing games and objects

Feature

Add progression while app is closed

Feature

Option to speed up time

Feature

Add landscape mode

Feature

Allow naming customers

Feature

FAQ

What is Pocket Arcade Story?

Pocket Arcade Story is an arcade simulation game where players build and manage their own gaming paradise. You can stock it with various game machines, host tournaments, and customize the venue to attract more customers.

What are the key features of this game?

Key features include building and customizing your arcade, stocking it with a variety of game machines, hosting fighting game tournaments, fine-tuning game settings like crane claws, and adding amenities like food stands.

Is this game free to play?

Yes, this game is free to play. The developer also offers both free-to-play and paid games, so you can explore their other titles as well.

What kind of games can I put in my arcade?

You can stock your arcade with a wide range of game machines, including racing games and dance games. You can also add other attractions like photo booths and food stands to enhance the customer experience.

Can I customize the game experience for customers?

Yes, you can fine-tune and tweak your arcade extensively. This includes adjusting the strength of crane game claws and the rate at which coins are won, allowing you to customize the challenge and reward for your customers.