Renting arcade games for a wedding: everything you need to know

A wedding often brings together guests of very different ages, backgrounds and personalities. Some have known each other all their lives, others are meeting for the first time. In this context, arcade games have a valuable advantage: they break the ice immediately.

An arcade, pinball or basketball machine naturally attracts curious onlookers. People watch, cheer, challenge and replay.

Wedding arcade game rentals include :

• keep guests occupied during cocktails, the vin d’honneur or waiting times;
• create an original event without imposing an activity on everyone;
• offer an experience suitable for children, adults and grandparents ;
• encourage exchanges between guests ;
• bring a touch of retro, fun and elegance to your event.

The choice of machines depends on the desired ambience, the space available and the profile of your guests. For a well-balanced event, it’s best to vary the types of games.

Pinball: retro elegance and gaming pleasure

Pinball is a sure bet for weddings. At once decorative, iconic and intergenerational, it attracts both enthusiasts and guests who simply want to try out a game.

Renting a pinball machine for a wedding is particularly suitable if you want a visual, nostalgic entertainment that’s easy to integrate into your decor.

The rental arcade terminal: a classic that brings people together

The arcade machine for rent is ideal for recreating the atmosphere of game rooms and childhood memories. It speaks to several generations and quickly invites guests to challenge themselves to a game.

It’s the perfect solution for weddings with a retro gaming touch, but also to liven up a relaxation area during the evening. An arcade terminal brings rhythm, color and a real playful dimension to the event.

The basketball terminal: friendly competition guaranteed

Simple, dynamic and very accessible, the basketball terminal works particularly well at weddings. It can be used to organize small challenges between friends, families or even witnesses.

This type of game quickly creates enthusiasm, especially when a leaderboard or mini-tournament is set up. It’s a great way to energize the evening without disrupting the flow of the event.

Air field hockey: fast, fun and efficient

Air field hockey is a classic in event entertainment. The games are short, intense and always spectacular. Two players compete, while the others watch, cheer and wait their turn.

Its strength lies in its simplicity: everyone immediately understands the principle. For wedding game rentals, it’s a machine that works very well in reception areas, party rooms or lounge areas.

Power play: the challenge that attracts guests

The force tester is a very popular attraction at private events. It naturally attracts participants and creates an atmosphere of benevolent challenge.

At a wedding, this type of game works very well during the vin d’honneur or at the beginning of the evening. It allows guests to challenge each other, laugh together and create spontaneous memories.

Games of skill: precision, concentration and conviviality

Skill games are the perfect way to vary the fun. Throwing games, targets, precision machines or visual challenges: they’re easy to understand and fun to watch.

They can also be used to create a less physical, but just as convivial, event. For a wedding, they’re the perfect complement to an arcade, pinball machine or basketball machine.

The number of machines depends mainly on the number of guests and the space available. In general, we recommend one machine for 30 to 50 people.

For a wedding of around 100 guests, two or three well-chosen games are generally enough to create a nice dynamic without overloading the space. The aim is not to turn the reception into a complete arcade, but to add original, fluid and enjoyable animation.

Ideally, you should combine several types of games to avoid queues and satisfy different guest profiles.

The surface area required varies according to the machines chosen. On average, you need between 3 and 5 m² per set, including circulation space around the machine.

It’s important that guests can approach, watch and play without getting in the way. Games can be set up in different areas: near the cocktail area, in a lounge area, near the dance floor or in a separate room dedicated to entertainment.

At Skillshot, we’ll advise you beforehand on which machines are best suited to your venue, number of guests and desired ambience.

Renting arcade games for weddings should be easy for the bride and groom. That’s why Skillshot offers a turnkey service.

Our team will deliver, install and commission the machines on site. We coordinate the intervention with your venue’s schedule and make sure the games are ready before guests arrive.

So you don’t have to manage the technical logistics. You simply benefit from an installed, functional and ready-to-use animation.

Most machines operate on a standard 220V mains supply. It is usually sufficient to provide a few sockets close to the play area.

When preparing your request, we check with you the technical requirements for the machines selected. This avoids unpleasant surprises on the day of the wedding, and ensures a smooth installation.

Wedding game rentals are a great way to add an original touch to your reception without losing elegance. Arcade games create a relaxed atmosphere, encourage interaction and offer guests an experience to remember.

Whether it’s a pinball machine, an arcade machine for hire, an air field hockey machine, a basketball machine or a game of skill, each machine brings its own world to the table and contributes to creating a convivial atmosphere.

With Skillshot, you benefit from professional support, personalized advice and a complete service to integrate games seamlessly into your event.

Renting arcade games for a wedding is an accessible, flexible and intergenerational form of entertainment. It’s a great way to surprise guests, liven up downtime, create moments of sharing and give your reception a unique identity.

Are you planning a wedding and looking for an original way to entertain your guests? Contact Skillshot to receive a personalized quote and find the ideal combination of games for your event.