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‘Innovation’ is a Loaded Word: The 2024 IAAPA Special – Podcast Episode 67
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Episode Description
In this week’s episode of the Memory Makers Podcast, Russ Van Natta and Danny Gruening are coming to you straight from the bustling IAAPA show floor! 🚀 This episode dives into the buzzword innovation—what it really means and how small adjustments can create game-changing solutions. Highlights include the evolution of pinball into redemption-based play with Pinball XP, new space-efficient Lucky Putt Social Games, and creative laser tag innovations that enhance gameplay. Tune in for insights on blending technology, creativity, and customer experience into unforgettable attractions.
Key Takeaways
- Innovation vs. Evolution: True innovation doesn’t always require a groundbreaking idea; sometimes it’s about evolving existing products to solve problems and improve the customer experience.
- Pinball’s Redemption Revolution: Pinball XP transforms the classic game by integrating redemption-based play, making it more appealing to younger audiences and enhancing its value in modern FECs.
- Smarter Use of Space with Lucky Putt Social Games: This new iteration of Lucky Putt allows for more holes in smaller spaces, introducing diverse gameplay like shuffleboard-inspired mechanics to keep attractions fresh and exciting.
- Laser Tag Reinvented: From LED-lit maze clusters to interactive props, innovations in laser tag are redefining how players engage with the environment for more immersive and memorable gameplay.
