Posts by ArcadeHero
Help Save Our Arcade!
Adam, owner of Arcade Galactic here. As many of you know, we have not been the only arcade entertainment option in the Valley Fair area since the end of 2019. While we thought that we could manage to compete with our niche, turns out most people don’t want affordable prices and some retro mixed with…
Read MoreNow On Test: GIGA SHOT
We are happy to reveal a new addition to the arcade by the name of GIGA SHOT. Made by JET Games USA, this arcade exclusive piece is a 1-4 player virtual shooting gallery game that uses realistic shotgun controllers for blasting your enemies. GIGA SHOT features a huge 86″ screen and the guns are powered…
Read MoreHappy 4th of July & USA 250!
Today marks the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence. We’re proud to be Americans and to provide a very American way to have fun. Video Games and flipper pinball machines are original American inventions. The modern pinball machine comes from developments of companies like Gottlieb, Williams, Bally, & Stern. Video arcade games got…
Read More18 Years In Business
On June 8th, 2026, we marked our 18th year in business. Thank you for helping a small, family-owned arcade business make it this far! Fun fact: we share an anniversary with two incredible ’80s movie releases: Ghostbusters & Gremlins. Too bad there isn’t a Gremlins pinball. We originally opened as The Game Grid Arcade, and…
Read MoreMemorial Day 2026 – Yes We Are Open!
If you’re in the West Valley City/Salt Lake City area for the Memorial Day weekend, and you’re looking for something a little different for your entertainment needs, then stop by the Northern end of Valley Fair Mall and check out Arcade Galactic. No entry fee and tokens are only 4 for $1. No game costs…
Read MoreSpring Updates: Pinball Updates, Game Fixes & More
While the site here has not been updated in a few months, we’ve still been busy, so let’s get caught up on things. First off, we have remained steady in our pricing. Unlike our competitors, we haven’t raised prices on anything, and in addition to no entry fee, we have several games that are only…
Read MoreDecember Holiday Hours 2025
Greetings everyone – Thanksgiving is now behind us and both Christmas and the New Year are coming, so let’s take a look at the Holiday Hours for Valley Fair Mall. It’s mainly that the mall closes an hour later on most days, giving you a chance to shop when times are more convenient. Note that…
Read MoreLaunch Party 10/25/25 – Dungeons & Dragons Pinball
We also have some additional D&D prizes to give away: See you there, adventurers!
Read MoreBegin Your Quest With Dungeons & Dragons: The Eye Of The Tyrant
We are excited to announce that Stern Pinball’s DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: THE EYE OF THE TYRANT [Premium Edition] is finally here and ready for you to begin your quest! This original pinball design includes a unique story that was developed just for this game. You select your character, then level them up by defeating enemies,…
Read MoreAnnouncement: Earn A Real Arcade Game Patch
Getting a high score or completing a game is a nice feat, but perhaps you want more to show off your gaming prowess. At Arcade Galactic, we’ve always taken photos (for those who want it) of those who get the #1 score on a game that we’ve recorded; now, you can also win a REAL,…
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