Crane Games, Claw Machines, and UFO Catchers

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About Crane Games, Claw Machines, And UFO Catchers

This is the ultimate guide to the claw - a deceptively simple game that has in recent years, become a truly worldwide phenomenon.Beginning with a history of the game that stretches much further back than you might expect, we learn how early crane games were huge hits with generations of the past, how they were later vilified and made illegal, and how they bounced back once again to become the popular arcade amusements that we know and love today. The story brings us completely up to date, so that we can look at the crane craze that is spreading like wildfire today. UFO catchers and teddy cranes have already taken Asia by storm, and are now set to cast their metallic grasp across the rest of the world. Looking at some of the most bizarre incarnations that could only be found in places like China and Japan, we learn the reasons behind this unexpected cultural explosion, and what it tells us about the 21st century society as a whole.Gear heads will appreciate a chapter that reveals the inner workings of this addictive machine, while players of every level will learn some new tips and tricks for the ‘How to Win’ chapter. Every conceivable tactic and strategy has been included here, plus a whole lot more that you probably never even imagined existed. From martial-arts inspired power-moves to social engineering life-hacks and Jedi mind-tricks, there is something in here for everyone. If you still cannot win after reading this, then you probably need to give up on gaming completely.The second part of this revealing book focuses more on the business side of the claw and why it has become such a popular money making opportunity among young entrepreneurs. If you have ever been to an arcade and dreamed about setting up your own collection of claw machines, then this is the book for you. Beginning with those all important profit margins, it covers every possible aspect of running a successful claw machine business. It investigates the differ