Vintage PLAY METER Magazine 1984 Arcade and similar items

This is a vintage issue of PLAY METER magazine, dated September 15, 1984. Published twice monthly for the coin-op entertainment industry, this issue features "Steve Ritchie's 'Devastator'" as its cover story. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the arcade and pinball world of the mid-1980s, covering industry trends, new game developments, and market insights relevant to arcade operators and enthusiasts. The magazine includes various articles such as "Diversified Companies Try Manufacturing," "The Pay Telephone Market," "High Tech/High Bull," "Operator Alternatives," and "Game Design Today." It also contains detailed poll information for arcade locations, street locations, conversions, videos, laser discs, and pinballs, providing ratings and insights into popular games of the era like Punch Out!, Spy Hunter, and Tapper. This publication is a valuable resource for understanding the history and business of vintage arcade gaming and coin-operated entertainment. Verified Specifications: Brand: PLAY METER Item Type: Magazine Era/Style: Vintage 1980s Arcade Gaming Material: Paper Specifications: Volume 10, Number 17; Published Twice Monthly Date: September 15, 1984 Theme: Coin-Op Entertainment Industry, Arcade Gaming, Pinball Features: VBPA Member Business Publications Audit Included Components: One (1) PLAY METER magazine, dated September 15, 1984, as pictured. Country of Origin: USA Game Title Mentioned: Devastator