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Valentine's Day Date — at a Game Shop in Kentucky?!

February 16, 2026 at 11:45 AM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

Happy Valentine's Day from Wilcox Arcade!

#HappyValentinesDay #ValentinesDay #Valentines #Valentine #Gaming #YouTube

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Valentine’s Day Date Idea in Kentucky

February 14, 2026 at 3:31 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

Here's your reminder of what to do for Valentine's Day tomorrow: Play Switch 'N' Shoot at Know-a-Guy in Murray, Kentucky (please and thank you).

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Please allow me to proclaim, without a tinge of irony, something you might find surprising: Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays.All right, perhaps that sentiment seems too saccharine to you...

Valentine's Day Date — at a Game Shop in Kentucky?!

February 13, 2026 at 11:43 AM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

Good news: I just figured out what you'll be doing this Valentine's Day.

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New Candy Available at Know-a-Guy (via Wilcox Arcade)

February 11, 2026 at 1:03 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

Call me the candy man — because I'm packing plenty of it at Know-a-Guy in Murray, Kentucky.

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Full transparency: I’m the kind of business owner who believes that any update, no matter how small it may seem, is worthy of sharing with the public, because…well, I appreciate transparency. So here’...

Wilcox Arcade is 9 Years Old Today

February 9, 2026 at 9:51 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

Today marks the ninth anniversary of Wilcox Arcade. Comment below how you discovered Wilcox Arcade — and what you would like to see in the future.

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We’re not quite at a decade yet…but dang, are we close. That’s right: Today, February 6th, 2026, marks the ninth year Wilcox Arcade has existed — the official starting point being when I reviewed the ...

How to Play Switch ’N’ Shoot

February 6, 2026 at 11:58 AM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

Some people find Switch 'N' Shoot at Know-a-Guy a bit...daunting. If you've ever had trouble playing Switch 'N' Shoot — or you're just aiming to get better — read my comprehensive guide on the Wilcox Arcade blog.

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Switch ’N’ Shoot is an arcade game with only one button — not a number of inputs you see too often.Because the way one would interface with this game is so simple, you may be wondering to yourself, “D...

Why I’m So Passionate About Indie Arcade Games

February 2, 2026 at 10:39 AM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

I say the word "indie" a lot. What does that mean, and why does it matter? Read this Wilcox Arcade blog post to better understand my perspective.

#ArcadeGames #Arcades #Arcade #IndieGames #Indie #VideoGames #Gaming #Gamer #Blog #YouTube #Kentucky

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Here’s a word you’ve heard from me a million times before: indie.I’m a sole proprietor, so you could say what I do with Wilcox Arcade is “indie” in nature. Beyond that surface level appraisal, I’ve al...

Wilcox Arcade is NOT a Retro Business

January 26, 2026 at 10:42 AM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

I aspire to bring you to western Kentucky, Black Emperor...

Colin Dickey @colindickey.com · 29d

Godspeed, buddy

January 22, 2026 at 4:10 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

Y'all already know I love me some Demolish Fist. Like, on another level.

Videogame Beaches 🏳️‍⚧️ @videogamebeach.bsky.social · 27d

LunaPark Lake (Demolish Fist, Arcade, Sammy-Dimps, 2003)

January 22, 2026 at 4:08 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

Let's get one thing straight: Wilcox Arcade is NOT in the business of nostalgia.

#ArcadeGames #Arcades #Arcade #Gaming #Gamer #Blog #Press #Kentucky #KY

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Because this message is so gravely important to me, I will repeat my headline verbatim, without paraphrasing even a single word: Wilcox Arcade is NOT a retro business.Now, I certainly don’t want to co...

The Spectre Files: Deathstalker Coming Soon to Maiden Alley Cinema

January 19, 2026 at 1:34 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

Read this article to learn how The Spectre Files: Deathstalker will find its way from Utah to Kentucky in the coming months.

#ArcadeGames #Arcades #Arcade #VideoGames #Gaming #Gamer #Website #Blog #News #PR #Rare

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The Wilcox Arcade route will soon stretch into McCracken County — this time, at Maiden Alley Cinema, where I’ll place a rare arcade game called The Spectre Files: Deathstalker. Maiden Alley Cinema, fo...

Interactive Horror Flick in Paducah, Kentucky

January 14, 2026 at 7:10 PM

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Wilcox Arcade

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An incredibly rare arcade game is coming to the Wilcox Arcade route — in western Kentucky. Watch this video to learn more.

#ArcadeGames #Arcades #VideoGames #Gaming #Gamer #Kentucky #YouTube

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Interactive Horror Flick in Paducah, Kentucky

January 12, 2026 at 10:02 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

I've always been extremely surprised that people so closely associate my hometown with something that happened in another town.

Haley 🛸 @pankhearst.bsky.social · Jan 9

Dad just randomly shared that he’s in Hopkinsville for work. I think I irritated the rest of the family groupchat with my TED Talk on the Hopkinsville goblins and Edgar Cayce.

January 13, 2026 at 2:00 AM

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PSX Bunlith 🪄 BLM ACAB 🇵🇸

@b0tster.yeag.gay

wahhhh its being set up!!! 🥺

the nightmare kart arcade cabinet being assembled at the magfest indie arcade floor

January 7, 2026 at 10:30 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

An incredibly rare arcade game is coming to the Wilcox Arcade route — in western Kentucky. Watch this video to learn more.

#ArcadeGames #Arcades #VideoGames #Gaming #Gamer #Kentucky #YouTube

youtu.be/_i0lasV5KWE

Get Discounts for Gumballs at Epic Gamers

January 12, 2026 at 10:02 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

In case you needed clarification — yes, you can claim a discount on your actual sale total at Epic Gamers based on what color gumball you receive from the Wilcox Arcade bulk vending machine by the entrance.

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A little more than a month ago, I placed an electronic gumball machine at Epic Gamers in Fulton, Kentucky — but I never envisioned that as the end of the story. You know me: I aim for the coin-operate...

Black Friday Will Be Nuts at Wilcox Arcade

December 8, 2025 at 12:50 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

At Wilcox Arcade, Black Friday week just means THAT much more game time. Peep the details via the Wilcox Arcade YouTube channel.

#ArcadeGames #Arcades #Arcade #VideoGames #Gaming #Gamer #YouTube #Video #Press #News #PR #Kentucky

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Need Sweet Threads This Halloween?

November 23, 2025 at 1:34 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

Believe me: Halloween wouldn't be complete without Wilcox Arcade merchandise. Watch this video to see what's available for the spooky season.

#ArcadeGames #Arcades #VideoGames #Gaming #Gamer #Kentucky #Teepublic #Trending #News

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Halloween is Happenin' at Wilcox Arcade

October 29, 2025 at 10:36 AM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

October has been a busy month for Wilcox Arcade...and what better way is there to recap the deets than a Halloween-themed YouTube video?

#ArcadeGames #Arcades #Gaming #Gamer #Candy #Gumballs #Halloween #TrickOrTreat #Kentucky

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Wilcox Arcade is Coming to Fulton, Kentucky (via Epic Gamers)

October 21, 2025 at 10:58 AM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

This is your reminder that the folks at Epic Gamers have allotted me some space in their Fulton store — and more specifically, which of my coin-operated machines will arrive there first.

#Arcades #Gaming #Gamer #Press #News #PR #Trending #Explore #Kentucky

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The Wilcox Arcade route is growing a little wider — as I prepare to plant my flag in the tiny town of Fulton, Kentucky. More specifically, I’ve been granted the opportunity to place coin-operated mach...

The All-Day Switch ‘N’ Shoot Tournament Starts Tomorrow

September 15, 2025 at 4:32 PM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

This is one last round-up of everything you'll need to know before the Switch 'N' Shoot tournament begins I can't wait to see everyone at Know-a-Guy tomorrow.

#ArcadeGames #Arcades #Arcade #VideoGames #Gaming #Gamer #Website #Blog #MurrayKY #Kentucky

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When we wake up tomorrow, we won’t need to wait any longer: The all-day Switch ‘N’ Shoot tournament will finally begin. Maybe I should provide some context. Any time tomorrow, August 2nd, you can swin...

The All-Day Switch ‘N’ Shoot Tournament Just Got Bigger

August 1, 2025 at 11:19 AM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

I'll give out even more prizes during the all-day Switch 'N' Shoot tournament — happening this Saturday at Know-a-Guy in Murray, Kentucky. Read the post.

#ArcadeGames #Arcades #Arcade #Gaming #Gamer #Blog #Website #Tournament #Contest #MurrayKY #Kentucky

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In the waning days before my all-day Switch ‘N’ Shoot tournament, I’ve found ways to “up the ante” to better incentivize your attendance. Here’s the recap: On Saturday, August 2nd, you can submit any ...

If You're Good at This Game, You'll Win Groovy Kaiju Music

July 29, 2025 at 11:37 AM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

Don't miss your chance to win a Groovy Kaiju CD and/or Wilcox Arcade merch on Saturday, August 2nd. This video will tell you what you need to know before the big day.

#GroovyKaiju #Arcades #VideoGames #Gaming #Gamer #Tournament #Contest #YouTube #Video #Kentucky

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Switch 'N' Shoot: You Can't Get Enough

July 21, 2025 at 11:02 AM

Wilcox Arcade

@wilcoxarcade.bsky.social

My buddies Abbie Michalek and Brock Culp produced a video about playing Switch 'N' Shoot at Know-a-Guy. I'm so grateful for their support — support which makes them the first ever Wilcox Arcade media partners.

#Arcades #Gaming #YouTube #Video #Trending #News

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YouTube video by AbbieMic ツ