[New Mobile Suit] Gundam EXVS2 Installed at Arcade in Akihabara [Pad Awakening]

2018 January 10.
Hot for many reasonsIn front of the Exba crowd, the long-awaitedSeries latest workappeared.

Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Versus 2(commonly known as Exba 2)

I've been playing this series since the beginning,Gundam vs GundamAt this point, I had started to distance myself from playing.
However, this latest game, Ex-VS 2, is a title that makes me want to play it again after a long time.

So this time,Akihabara game center where you can play Exba 2I have visited these places and would like to introduce them to you.

If you want to play Exba 2 in Akihabara, this is the place to go

The basement of SEGA Building 4, a mecca for Exba players

Whenever a new Gundam movie comes out, there's one place you have to go to first.
This is the place where the excitement of the Exba community is overflowing day and night.Sega Akihabara Building No. 4It is.

Throughout the series, Sega Akihabara Building 4 has installed numerous Gundam cabinets.
If you're an Ex-VS fan, this is an arcade you've probably visited at least once.
I visited during the day on a weekday,All cabinet seatsThe spaces were filled up, and you could feel the enthusiasm of the Ex-VS players.

Number of units installed: 54
5 live monitors

Store: Sega Akihabara Building 4
Address: 1-15-9 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Telephone number: 03-3254-8406
Hours: 10: 00 ~ 23: 30

Building 4 is full? Then let's go to Sega Akihabara Building 1.

There are several Sega game centers in Akihabara.
Among them, the stores that have Exba 2 are Building 4 and here,Building No. 1It is.

In addition to the live monitor, Building 1 also installed its ownSpectator monitoris installed.

Number of units installed: 32
2 live monitors

Store: Sega Akihabara Building 1
Address: 1-10-19 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Telephone number: 03-5256-8123
Hours: 10: 00 ~ 23: 30

Tokyo Leisure Land (Akihabara) - Great value for hourly rentals

The next arcade we will introduce isTokyo LeisurelandIt is.
Tokyo Leisureland is also famous as a store where various arcade game events are held.

The recommended way to use Rejaran isHourly rental of the cabinet』.
However, hourly rental of new titles will only be available once operations have settled down, so it will be some time before Ex-V2 is included.

Number of units installed: 24
1 live monitors

Store: Tokyo Leisureland Akihabara
Address: 1-9-5 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Telephone number: 03-5298-1360
Hours: 10: 00 ~ 0: 55

The name has changed to Eternal Amusement Tower

This arcade isFormer ToratawaIt may be easier for many people to understand if you say this.
It has been hosting various events and competitions for a long time, and manyTorata Fan" has been created.

This store is "Event staff' has become a specialty of the group, and they help with live streaming and events.
People who want to hold an event in Exba 2It might be a good idea to consult with them.

Number of units installed: 28
2 live monitors
1 recording stand

Store: Eternal Amusement Tower
Address: MT Building, 4-4-7 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Telephone number: 03-5295-2346
Business hours: Weekdays 10:00-0:00, Fridays and Saturdays 10:00-1:00

Arcades with Exba 2 changeover machines

In the game center,Shift systemThere are stores that have introduced this system.
This system was introduced by stores to encourage more people to play new games, as many people gather around them.
In addition, Preventing conflict between playersIt also has the meaning.

Speaking of hidden gems for Exba 2, Taito Station

"Taito Station"is one of the stores that has installed such a shift table.

All the machines installed are shift machines.
Basically, each player takes turns playing, but if there is no one in line, they can continue playing.
The waiting instructions are posted on a signThat's right.

Number of units installed: 12
2 live monitors

Store: Taito Station
Address: Takazo Building, 4-2-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Telephone number: 03-5289-8445
Business hours: Weekdays 10:00-23:30, Fridays and Saturdays 10:00-0:00

Only Hey can play with the Seimitsu button

Next up is Akihabara's most popular amusement facility,Hey』.

This store also has a rotation system in place for Exba 2,Pole for waiting lineIt's fully equipped.

In addition, The only one Hey is doing independentlyAs an adjustment to the Exba 2 cabinet,All Exba 2 cabinets have had their buttons replaced with Seimitsu buttons" That's it.
Opinions will likely be divided, but if you like Seimitsu buttons, you'll have no choice but to play with Hey.

Number of units installed: 20
3 live monitors

Store: Hey
Address: Hirose Building, 1-10-5 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
Telephone number: 03-5209-2030
Hours: 10: 00 ~ 23: 45

Be mindful of your playing environment

Currently, there are over 150 machines of Ex-V2 in operation in Akihabara, and many people can be seen playing the game every day.

If you are planning to play this game at the arcade,

・The store is bright and spacious
- Buttons and levers are well maintained.
The staff are knowledgeable and provide customer service.

It's a good idea to take these things into consideration when choosing a game center.
Finding a home arcade that you can enjoy for a long time is the key.To enjoy the game for a long timeHere's the trick.

If you're interested in arcade sticks:

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