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Arcade Installations for Shopping Centres

High-Earning Arcade Machines Installed & Managed for Malls, Retail Parks and Shopping Centres UK-Wide

Shopping centres thrive on footfall, dwell time and visitor engagement — and arcade machines are one of the most effective ways to keep customers onsite longer while generating a strong additional revenue stream. Our Arcade Installations for Shopping Centres service provides high-performing machines on a fully managed, zero-cost basis, ideal for atriums, concourses, leisure zones and family areas.

We install, maintain, restock and operate all machines for you. Your mall or retail centre earns a share of the revenue without needing any staff, time or operational involvement.

Perfect for:
Shopping centres • Retail parks • Outlet villages • Mall atriums • Entertainment zones • Family areas • Food courts • Cinema corridors • Leisure hubs


Why Arcade Machines Work Perfectly in Shopping Centres

✔ High Footfall = High Revenue

Arcades thrive in busy public spaces with families, teens and weekend visitors.

✔ Increases Dwell Time in the Centre

The longer visitors stay, the more they spend in your retail units.

✔ Works in All Seasons & All Weather

Shopping centre arcades perform consistently year-round.

✔ Flexible for Any Space Size

Machines can be placed in small unused areas or built into full entertainment zones.

✔ Enhances the Centre’s Family Appeal

Makes your mall more attractive to families and repeat visitors.

✔ No Cost, No Risk, No Staff Required

We handle everything while the centre receives a regular income share.

Shopping centres with even a modest arcade zone can generate thousands per week in passive income.


What Machines We Install in Shopping Centres

We supply and manage a wide range of commercial arcade machines, including:

Prize Cranes (Claw Machines)

Top performers in all malls — high repeat play and strong visual impact.

Gashapon Capsule Machines

Perfect for children and families; ideal for walkways and retail corridors.

Boxing Machines

Consistently high earners for teens and older audiences.

Basketball Arcade Machines

Fast-paced and competitive; great for entertainment areas.

Retro Arcade Machines

Appealing to all ages; ideal for lounge zones or themed areas.

Driving & Racing Simulators

Premium machines that perform exceptionally well in busy centres.

Kids Arcade Games & Rides

Safe, colourful and perfect for family areas.

Air Hockey Tables & Table Games

Great for activity spaces and food courts.

All machines are commercial-grade, durable and designed for extremely high public footfall.


Fully Managed Arcade Installations — What’s Included

✔ Free Supply of Machines

No purchase cost. No leasing cost. No hidden fees.

✔ Free Delivery & Installation

Installed by our trained technicians.

✔ Free Maintenance & Servicing

All repairs, servicing and replacements included.

✔ Full Prize Stocking

For claw machines and capsule machines.

✔ Cashless Payment Options

Nayax card readers, Apple Pay, Google Pay and contactless systems.

✔ Regular Collections & Revenue Reporting

Weekly or fortnightly depending on footfall.

✔ Remote Monitoring

Live performance tracking for reliable uptime and revenue optimisation.

The centre receives a completely hands-off revenue stream with zero operational burden.


Revenue Share Options

We offer flexible commercial agreements:

50/50 Split (Standard)

Most common and ideal for typical malls.

60/40 or Enhanced Splits

For large centres or multi-machine installations.

Custom Commercial Agreements

Available for retail groups, property management companies and multi-site operators.

We work with both independent shopping centres and national portfolios.


Where Arcade Machines Perform Best in Shopping Centres

  • Atrium spaces

  • Family zones

  • Food courts

  • Cinema corridors

  • Near gift shops

  • Leisure areas

  • Entrance foyers

  • Long corridors

  • Outside anchor retailers

  • Walkways with natural footfall

  • Landings near lifts/escalators

Even small unused spaces can generate extremely strong weekly income.


Ideal for Multi-Site Retail Groups

We work with:

  • Centre operators

  • Retail park management companies

  • Property investment firms

  • Leisure groups

  • National chains with multiple mall locations

Scalable installations and national rollout options are available.


Nationwide Shopping Centre Installations

We operate across the entire UK, installing in:
London • Manchester • Birmingham • Glasgow • Edinburgh • Leeds • Liverpool • Nottingham • Sheffield • Newcastle • Cardiff • Bristol • Leicester • Milton Keynes • Southampton • Essex • Kent • Surrey • Scotland • Wales


Add a High-Earning Arcade Zone to Your Shopping Centre

Ready to turn unused floor space into a profitable attraction?

Contact us today for a free revenue projection and installation plan.

Email: info@boutiquepartyhire.co.uk
Phone: 0208 087 3788

Arcade Installations for Shopping Centres – FAQs


1. How does the arcade installation process work for shopping centres?

We handle everything from start to finish.

  • We assess your available space

  • Recommend the best-performing machines

  • Install them for free

  • Maintain, repair and restock as needed

  • Handle all collections and revenue reporting

Your centre simply hosts the machines and receives a share of the profits.


2. Is there any cost to install arcade machines in a shopping centre?

No. Under our revenue share model, installation is completely free.
You pay:

  • No purchase fees

  • No leasing fees

  • No maintenance costs

  • No replenishment costs

  • No service call charges

It’s a zero-risk, zero-cost service.


3. What types of arcade machines work best in shopping centres?

Shopping centres perform extremely well with:

  • Prize cranes / claw machines

  • Gashapon capsule machines

  • Boxing machines

  • Basketball arcade machines

  • Retro arcade cabinets

  • Kids arcades & kiddie rides

  • Racing and driving simulators

  • Air hockey & competitive games

Prize machines and capsule machines are usually the highest earners.


4. How much revenue can arcade machines generate in a shopping centre?

Weekly revenue varies based on footfall and machine type, but typical ranges are:

  • Medium centres: £400–£1,000 per week

  • Large centres: £1,000–£2,500+ per week

  • Premium leisure-focused malls: £2,500–£5,000+ per week

Prize cranes, boxing machines and simulators are usually the biggest performers.


5. What revenue share percentage do you offer?

Our standard model is:

  • 50/50 split

For high-footfall centres or multi-machine installations, we offer:

  • 60/40 venue share

  • Custom commercial agreements for retail groups and management companies.


6. Who handles maintenance and repairs?

We do.
All servicing, repairs, parts and replacements are included.
If a machine ever fails or underperforms, we repair or replace it quickly at no cost to the centre.


7. Do the machines accept card payments?

Yes. Card readers (Nayax), Apple Pay, Google Pay and contactless options can be installed on most machines.
This significantly increases usage as shopping centre visitors rarely carry coins.


8. How often do you visit the centre for collections or servicing?

Depending on footfall and machine type:

  • Weekly or fortnightly collections

  • Monthly service checks

  • On-demand repair callouts

  • Remote monitoring for many machines

Larger centres may have multiple scheduled visits each week.


9. How much space do arcade machines require?

Most machines require minimal space:

  • Prize cranes: 0.6m x 0.6m

  • Boxing machines: 1m x 1.5m

  • Basketball machines: 1m x 2m

  • Retro arcades: 0.8m x 0.8m

  • Capsule machines: extremely compact

We design your layout to maximise footfall and revenue from unused areas.


10. Can machines be placed throughout the shopping centre?

Yes. Common placements include:

  • Atriums

  • Walkways

  • Landings

  • Food courts

  • Cinema corridors

  • Family zones

  • Near anchor stores

  • Entrance foyers

  • Under escalators
    Even small corners can generate significant income.


11. Do you install arcade zones or larger entertainment areas?

Yes. We can install:

  • Single machines

  • Small clusters

  • Full arcade zones

  • Family entertainment areas

  • Multi-machine leisure zones

  • Seasonal pop-up installations

We tailor setups to your location’s available space and visitor demographic.


12. Can machines be swapped or upgraded?

Absolutely. We monitor performance and can:

  • Replace underperforming machines

  • Rotate new machines in

  • Add more machines during busy periods

  • Upgrade cabinets for modern appeal

Shopping centres benefit from regular refreshes.


13. Do you offer installations for shopping centre groups or chains?

Yes. We work with:

  • Multi-centre operators

  • Retail property groups

  • Leisure & hospitality groups

  • Estate management companies
    You can roll out machines across multiple sites with centralised reporting.


14. Do you cover the entire UK?

Yes. We install arcade machines in every region including:
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Leeds, Liverpool, Nottingham, Bristol, Southampton, Derby, Sheffield, and all surrounding areas.


15. How do we get started?

Simply tell us your available space and footfall. We’ll propose machines, provide revenue forecasts and schedule a free installation.