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Your arcade idea deserves a careful hand.

We work with founders and small teams to shape, build, and finish original arcade titles — without rushing the parts that matter.

Talk to us about your project

What we do

A studio that moves at your pace.

Arcade games carry a particular kind of joy — the click of a joystick, the satisfying thump of a button, a loop that pulls you back for one more go. Getting that feel right takes time and attention, not a rushed sprint.

Coinslot exists for teams who want a thoughtful collaborator, not a production line. Whether you have a rough sketch or a near-finished build, we find the right point of entry and help from there.

Why it works

What shapes our approach.

Focused scope

Each engagement has a clear start and a clear end. No open-ended retainers, no scope that quietly grows. You know what you're getting before we begin.

Honest feedback

We tell you when something isn't quite working and why. That kind of honesty saves time and keeps the game on track without turning every note into a debate.

Arcade-first thinking

We understand the specific feel of arcade play — tight input response, clear feedback loops, and the pull of a well-designed challenge. These aren't afterthoughts for us.

The process

Three straightforward stages.

Share your idea

We start with a short call or written exchange — no formal brief needed. Tell us where you are with the project and what feels unresolved.

We agree on scope

Together we pick the service that fits — concept, build, or polish — and confirm what's included. No surprises, no hidden work.

We work and deliver

You receive the agreed deliverables — a brief, a build, or a tidy handoff — and you own everything produced. You can continue from there at your own pace.

Our footing

Numbers that reflect our work honestly.

Projects completed

Core services offered

Years in arcade dev

100%

Deliverables owned by client

Services

Three ways to work together.

Each service is a complete engagement. Pick the one that matches where your project stands right now.

Stage 1

Arcade Concept Session

Shape your core loop, controls, and feel through a short series of working calls and a one-page design brief. Good for those with a spark but uncertain of the next step.

$290 Explore →

Stage 2

Cabinet Build Package

Bring a single arcade title from prototype to a playable build with core mechanic implementation, input mapping, and one round of playtesting feedback included.

$640 Explore →

Stage 3

Marquee Polish & Handoff

A careful finishing pass for near-complete games: light bug review, on-screen text cleanup, and a tidy handoff document so your team can pick things up smoothly.

$450 Explore →

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Ready when you are

No pitch needed. Just tell us about the game.

We're a small team and we're careful about how many projects we take on. Reach out and we'll let you know honestly if we're a good fit.

Get in touch

Contact

Say hello.

Drop us a note with a little about your project — where it stands, what you're unsure about, or just a quick intro. We'll reply within a couple of days.