They have everything in Tokyo: even bars just for classic gamers. These aren't arcades, they're tiny little bars filled with 8-bit retro memorabilia and themed drinks. Renowned chiptune musician and friend of Game|Life Jason "6955" DeGroot is producing a new video series called Points for 1up, and his first episode takes us to 8-Bit Bar and 16 Shots, both in Shinjuku.
I've never been to 8-Bit, but I'm all about 16 Shots. The best part is, after a few, playing with the Pac-Man wind-up toys on the bar. Or watching the constant reel of old game commercials projected on the wall.
Episode 00 [Points]
Did I see this video (or part of it) on the 1up show or 1up theatre or something?
Did I see this video (or part of it) on the 1up show or 1up theatre or something?
We have a couple classic gaming bars here in the Twin Cities. The Chatterbox with multiple locations has little "lounge areas" with a few cushy chairs a tv and your choice of an Atari, NES or Sega.
so how about giving some addresses for these places so that people who want to check them out can actually do it? i'll probably be in shibuya tonight but who knows about next friday!
If you read the episode guide on the blog you'll find a google map for how to get there.
points-tv.com/?page_id=3
Did I see this video (or part of it) on the 1up show or 1up theatre or something?