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Bandai Namco

companyactive19 mentionsFirst seen Jan 7, 2016Last seen Apr 2, 2026

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Bandai Namco is a company mentioned in 2 episode(s).

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  • factualhigh

    Bandai Namco's Resident Evil 2: Arcade was scheduled to begin testing in Tokyo at end of March 2026

    Source: Adam Pratt citing official scheduleEndgame – April 2026
  • factualhigh

    Goldstorm Pirates and Looney Tunes Red Zone Rush are the headline titles at AEI 2026

    Source: Replay Magazine articleBandai Namco’s Expanding Kiddie Lineup at AEI 2026
  • factualhigh

    Speed Rider 4DX and Mini World Motion have delivered encouraging initial results in key test locations

    Source: Replay Magazine articleBandai Namco’s Expanding Kiddie Lineup at AEI 2026
  • opinionmedium

    Bandai Namco arcade systems are designed for casual/home market rather than collectors

Recent Mentions (19)

  • Major arcade manufacturer; producing Speed Rider 4DX and Resident Evil 2: Arcade titles

    Endgame – April 2026Apr 2, 2026
  • Major amusement gaming company showcasing expanded lineup at AEI 2026

    Bandai Namco’s Expanding Kiddie Lineup at AEI 2026Mar 10, 2026
  • Video arcade game manufacturer; produced games with custom chips like Dig Dug and Galaxian; subject of board hoarding by collectors for parts.

    Episode 302 - Interview with Brent Griffith 12-31-15Jan 7, 2016
  • Gaming/arcade company; Starrcade does warranty work for Bandai Namco

    Arcade Profile – StarrcadeMar 1, 2026
  • Licensor of Numbskull's products; official IP rights holder for arcade games featured in quarter-scale replicas

    Ms. PAC-MAN Quarter Scale Mini Arcade CabinetApr 29, 2020
  • Official license holder and creator of the original Galaga arcade game; partner on the Numskull product

    Honey I shrunk the Galaga - Numskull Galaga Review w/ Klassic Kim!Oct 18, 2019

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Source: RetroRalph analysisThe Hottest Arcade Games of 2024!
  • factualhigh

    Pac-Man Pinger (air hockey) joins Pac-Man Roller (Skee-Ball) and Pac-Man Baller (Pop-A-Shot) in Bandai Namco's arcade lineup

    Source: Knapp Arcade cross-referenced with prior trademark researchIAAPA Europe Show: Bitronic Spain Super Hoops + New Games from Bandai Namco, Sega & Mr. Arcade EU
  • factualhigh

    Bandai Namco filed trademark for PAC-MAN Roller on September 4 in Europe and August 31 in the United States

    Source: Knapp ArcadeNew Versions of Pac-Man Coming? Arcade Trademark Search International Edition
  • factualhigh

    Bandai Namco filed trademark for PAC-MAN Superfast on August 30 in Europe and Japan, and August 28 in the United States

    Source: Knapp ArcadeNew Versions of Pac-Man Coming? Arcade Trademark Search International Edition
  • factualhigh

    Bandai Namco filed trademark for PAC-MAN Slider on August 25 in the United States

    Source: Knapp ArcadeNew Versions of Pac-Man Coming? Arcade Trademark Search International Edition
  • rumorlow

    Bandai Namco has big things in the works

    Source: Knapp Arcade (via hearsay)New Versions of Pac-Man Coming? Arcade Trademark Search International Edition
  • opinionhigh

    Bowl-O-Rama home version will serve as centerpiece for home game rooms and mancaves

    Source: Official product marketingBandai Namco Brings Back Popular Bowl-O-Rama Game for Home Arcades
  • factualmedium

    Enhanced real-world physics in bowling simulation creates authentic bowling alley experience

    Source: Official product descriptionBandai Namco Brings Back Popular Bowl-O-Rama Game for Home Arcades
  • factualhigh

    Bandai Namco holds distribution rights for all of Asia for Jersey Jack Pinball games

    Source: Jack Guarnieri, JJP founderPinball Industry News: January 2019 Re-cap
  • Publisher of Lost Land Adventure arcade game (2014)

    So Many Arcade Games - all access pass!Jun 16, 2022
  • Arcade game manufacturer showcasing Pac-Man themed arcade cabinets and cocktail tables at expo

    The Hottest Arcade Games of 2024!Mar 30, 2024
  • Game publisher; released Mockstorm in 2013

    This Arcade is a fully-functioning, see-through, arcade machine!May 4, 2022
  • Arcade game manufacturer; creator of Star Wars Battle Pod

    Retro Arcade Games vs. Modern Arcade Games!Apr 28, 2023
  • Publisher of Mario Kart Arcade GP

    Best Modern Arcade Racers!Feb 24, 2023
  • Recently appointed distributor for Chicago Gaming's Pulp Fiction; major amusement equipment supplier to location operators

    EAG INTERNATIONAL EXPOJan 19, 2024
  • Amusement manufacturer showcasing Pac-Man-branded arcade games (Pinger, Roller, Baller) at IAAPA

    IAAPA Europe Show: Bitronic Spain Super Hoops + New Games from Bandai Namco, Sega & Mr. Arcade EUSep 28, 2023
  • Japanese arcade/gaming company filing new Pac-Man related trademarks internationally

    New Versions of Pac-Man Coming? Arcade Trademark Search International EditionSep 8, 2023
  • Recently launched Super Friends coin pusher arcade line; demonstrates DC IP licensing availability in adjacent arcade market

    Why We Don't See More DC Comics Licensed Pinball MachinesJul 24, 2023
  • Game manufacturer/distributor releasing Bowl-O-Rama home version

    Bandai Namco Brings Back Popular Bowl-O-Rama Game for Home ArcadesJun 1, 2023
  • Japanese amusement company partnering with Jersey Jack Pinball; holds distribution rights for all of Asia; testing JJP games at locations since July 2018; will represent JJP at Japan Expo

    Pinball Industry News: January 2019 Re-capFeb 2, 2019
  • Associated with Pac-Man franchise; referenced in context of standard cabinet footprints.

    Lunar Lander Quarter Arcade Review - Did Numskull Stick The Landing?Dec 16, 2025
  • New distributor for Jersey Jack pinball machines in Asia (expanded from Japan)

    Episode 78 – News News News!!!Feb 4, 2019