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An abandoned ship held a treasure for 30 years: 50 arcade machines

Hidden away on a rusting, forgotten ship in Wales lay a gamer’s dream: 50 vintage arcade machines, untouched for decades. These relics of a bygone gaming ... Continue Reading →

Others had suffered significant damage due to water leaks caused by thefts of copper window frames, which had left the ship exposed to rain. Moazzezi and his team worked tirelessly to bring these machines back to life, one by one, ensuring they could once again light up screens and fill rooms with the familiar sounds of retro gaming. For the retro gaming community, the rescue of these arcade machines is a triumph—a reminder of the importance of preserving history, even when it comes in the form of pixelated screens and joystick controls.

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