Pick your format
Fun-money or ticket-and-prize — decide the stakes before anything else. A clear format is the difference between a themed night and a confused one.
The right machine mix
One machine per 15 guests, plus a skill game or two. Too few machines and you get queues; too many and the room feels empty.
Drinks, dress and décor
A dress theme and a signature drink do more for the vibe than any amount of decoration. Keep it simple and consistent.
Run the night
A host or attendant keeps the games moving and the ticket bank running. Without one, the night slows down.