California Extreme 2025 Arcade Show Returning July 19-20

    Arcade game and pinball fans, save the date; the Classic Arcade Games Show California Extreme will return to the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara from July 19-20.

    California Extreme will feature hundreds of video game titles, all of which are set to free play.

    According to their website, California Extreme was created with a desire to share fun coin-op titles that are in the hands of private collectors. The team behind the event is on a mission is to “spread the word that pinball machines were once plentiful, and that videogames were not synonymous with “martial arts” and violence.”

    Wondering what will be available to play at California Extreme 2025? 

    A list of games from 2024 California Extreme exhibitors shows hundreds of titles, ranging from rhythm games like Beatmania IIDX and Crackin’ DJ, to SEGA classics like Cyber Troopers: Virtual On and Out Run to even rare picks like Panic Park and a prototype of Magic The Gathering: Armageddon.

    See it for yourself with the California Extreme video from Retro Hack Shack:

    California Extreme Arcade Paradise

    Note that when it comes to California Extreme 2025 tournaments, both pinball and video arcade tournament details will be announced closer to the show dates.

    While pre-registration will be announced at a later date, all those interested in learning more can can check out the official website.

    Hope to see you there!

    Source: Official Website