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Retro Arcade Machine Hire

Event entertainment hire — fun your guests will actually use

Space Required ~2m × 2m playing area
Power 1 × standard 13A socket (where required)
Setup time 15–30 minutes
Equipment Size Varies — see product details

Delivery, setup, and collection included
Public liability insurance included
PAT-tested annually
Indoor or sheltered outdoor use
Self-play — no operator required

How It Works
Why Guests Love It
Delivery & Setup

We deliver the equipment fully tested and ready to play. Setup takes 15–45 minutes depending on the item. Self-play games run themselves — guests use them freely throughout the event with no operator needed. Staffed services (DJ, karaoke) come with a friendly operator who handles requests and the music flow.

Active entertainment gets guests off their seats and interacting. Works brilliantly as an alternative or complement to a photo booth — popular with kids, teens, and competitive adults. Great for corporate team-building, weddings, birthdays and brand activations.

We handle everything from delivery to collection.

Setup takes approximately 15–45 minutes (item-dependent)
We arrive 1–2 hours before your event
Power socket required (varies by item)
Indoor or sheltered outdoor / level surface
We cover Surrey, London, Kent and beyond

Our Happy Photo Booth Clients Say It Best!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️May '26

I can honestly say I’ve had nothing but the best customer experience with this company! Surrey FaceBooth have catered to my needs and preferences when I have hired their booths, they have many options all are fantastic👏 also the website is super easy to use. I recommend them 100% I’d like to personally say thank you to Jamie for his service / communication he made sure all the memories from the night was captured. I wouldn’t use any other Photo Booth company!

Thank you surreyfacebooth 💜

Jasmine Parsons
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️May '26

Absolutely brilliant from start to finished organised and professional, the kit was all Good quality and a massive hit with the teens

N Shepherd
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️May '26

Thank you for enhancing our experience at our events.

Anupama Narware
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️May '26

Booked this for my wedding and it was great, worth every penny! Definitely book this!

LJ
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️May '26

Jamie was absolutely amazing supporting me with my student charity event. Everyone loved the photos and It was a highlight to our event. Thank you so much!

Tilly Welford

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Specifications

Space Required: ~2m × 2m playing area
Power: 1 × standard 13A socket (where required)
Setup time: 15–30 minutes
Equipment Size: Varies — see product details
Suitability: Indoor / level surface
Guest Capacity: 20–200 guests

What's Included

Delivery, setup, and collection included
Public liability insurance included
PAT-tested annually
Indoor or sheltered outdoor use
Self-play — no operator required
Optional staffed package available

Everything you need for a stress-free experience. Just tell us where and when.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What classic games does the arcade machine include?

Hundreds of titles loaded onto the cabinet. Most-played: Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Space Invaders, Galaga, Street Fighter II, Mortal Kombat, Outrun, Tetris, Bubble Bobble, Mario Bros. The full catalogue spans the 80s and 90s arcade golden era plus a curated selection of 16-bit console titles.

How big is the arcade cabinet?

Standard upright cabinet, around 0.8m wide × 0.6m deep × 1.7m tall. Fits through standard doorways and into most venue corners. The screen sits at adult eye-level; kids reach the controls fine.

Does the arcade machine accept coins, or is it free play?

Free play throughout the hire — no coins or tokens. The control panel has a "credit" button that adds plays whenever pressed. Guests don't need pockets full of change to play through the night.

Is the retro arcade machine kid-friendly?

Yes — the title list is curated to skip violent fighters when booked for children's events (mortal-kombat-style titles only included on adult events by request). For school events and family parties we lock the catalogue to age-appropriate titles.

Does the arcade machine need power or WiFi?

Power: yes, a standard 13A socket. WiFi: no — every game runs from local storage, so it works offline anywhere in the venue. We test all titles at setup before doors open.

Can two guests play at once?

Yes — the cabinet has a 2-player control panel for head-to-head titles (Street Fighter, Bubble Bobble, Mario Bros). Single-player titles (Pac-Man, Donkey Kong) alternate between players turn-by-turn.

Retro Arcade Machine Hire – Classic Gaming Fun for Any Event

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Hundreds of Classic Games

Includes retro favourites like Space Invaders, Donkey Kong, Mortal Kombat, and more.

Compact & Self-Contained

Fits easily into most event spaces – just plug in and play.

Perfect for All Events

A unique entertainment option for weddings, birthdays, corporate events, gaming nights and themed parties.

Why Hire a Retro Arcade Machine?

A Retro Arcade Machine is more than just a game – it’s an interactive attraction that sparks conversation, laughter, and friendly competition. It’s a fantastic ice-breaker at events, bringing people together with a shared sense of nostalgia and fun. Whether you’re looking to entertain guests during the quieter moments of a wedding or add something quirky to a corporate party, an arcade machine offers screen-based fun without the need for staff or supervision. Our machines are compact, stylish, and easy to operate – we deliver, set up, and collect, so all you have to do is switch it on and enjoy. Want even more throwback vibes? Pair it with our Retro Photo Booth or Candy Floss Machine for the ultimate vintage-themed celebration.

Main Features

300+ Classic GamesIncludes Pac-Man, Space Invaders, Street Fighter, Tetris, Mario, and many more fan favourites.
Dual Player SetupPlay head-to-head or take turns with friends — great for friendly competition and group fun.
Eye-Catching LED DesignEach unit glows with colour-changing LEDs, creating a real retro arcade vibe that looks great day or night.
Compact Freestanding UnitsSlimline design fits easily into any venue setup. Just plug in and play — no fuss.
Large HD ScreensCrisp visuals on large displays make every game look sharp and vibrant.
Plug-and-Play SimplicityQuick setup and easy controls make it perfect for guests of all ages.

Based in Surrey, covering the whole of the UK

Surrey FaceBooth is a family-run team of photo-booth specialists operating from Esher (KT8). We started out covering Surrey weddings and birthdays — and now travel the length of the country for corporate events, brand activations and milestone parties.

We deliver, set up, run, and pack down ourselves — no third-party operators. Public-liability insurance is included on every booking, and every booth is PAT-tested annually.

Regular event areas: Surrey, London, Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, the M25 corridor, and the NEC / ICC for corporate bookings. Other locations on request — just ask.

10+years running
500+events covered
UK-widedelivery on request
5★average rating

Events We Cover

From weddings and birthdays to corporate events and festivals — we cover the lot.

Get in Touch

Planning a great event is stressful enough without worrying about the entertainment. We handle delivery, setup, the lot — you tell us what you need, we make it happen.

Step 1
Get a free quote

Fill in our quick quote form and we'll send you tailored pricing for your event.
Step 2
Book your date

Confirm your booking with our friendly team — no pressure, no obligation.
Step 3
Enjoy your event

Sit back and relax while we handle delivery, setup and staffing. You're a guest at your own event.

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