Coin Rejects - Classic Arcade Podcast

Classic Arcade Podcast from the Pacific Northwest

Remember those arcade games you played as a kid? They are still out there. Come with us and we will tell you all about what it is like to find, restore, maintain and play these old games. Interested in acquiring games and starting a collection or just hearing some stories and reminiscing about the arcades and games of the past? This is the podcast you've been looking for.

Episode #83 - Non-Vegan Dust Washer

July 03, 2023  /  Brian M.

On this 'game of the episode' episode, we discuss the Atari 1986 skateboarding game 720º. Listen to who got the most frustrated playing the game and the differing opinions between the rejects. Outro music by Metronome the City. Enjoy.

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Instagram, Email or call us at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

720º Challenge Scores

  1. Brian - 51,170

  2. Jordan - 12,750

  3. Brandon - 10,160

  4. Ian - 3,700

720º Challenge Video


Episode #82 - Getting Off

June 05, 2023  /  Brian M.

Would you buy a 4’ stack of marquees at $1 a pop? Will modern large games be collectible and/or affordable in the future? What do we think of modern console games? How about those shitty overpriced Atari PCB replicas? Find out what we really think. Enjoy.

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Instagram, Email or call us at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Episode #79 - Enough is Enough

February 06, 2023  /  Brian M.

In this episode, we finally address the question ‘When is enough enough’ in terms of collecting arcade games. Is there ever an end? We hope not. We also have a full round of game room updates including one reject with an epic pickup story. All this and the game of the episode reveal for next time. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Episode #77 - Clog Off

December 05, 2022  /  Brian M.

It’s an update episode! We field some feedback from our listeners. We talk about what went down at PRGE. We also address the popularity of repro cabinets. And, of course, update you on our game rooms and projects. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Image of a person playing the arcade game Mortal Kombat and they are dressed like the character Liu Kang who they are also playing as in the game.

Liu Kang playing Liu Kang

Image of a Space Duel cabinet with a wooden shelf in the front that holds a Playstation game console.

Space Duel Playstation conversion

Episode #75 - Worshington

October 03, 2022  /  Brian M.

In this episode, we discuss how to safely buy a game on the internet. We hear from our listeners via email and voicemail. And we go over what has been happening in our arcades since last time. Spoiler Alert: Jordan’s been busy. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Episode #74 - The Space Channel

September 05, 2022  /  Brian M.

In this episode, we take on the Midway Manufacturing Co. 1980 classic, Space Encounters. Hear our takes on the game and our strategies on gameplay. Did anyone give this game a Coins Down™? Did anyone have a seizure from the intense strobe light? Listen and find out. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Space Encounters Challenge Scores

  1. Brian - 5,397

  2. Brandon - 5,110

  3. Ian - 4,873

  4. Jordan - 4,865

Space Encounters Challenge Video

Episode #73 - Ship Hits Back

August 01, 2022  /  Brian M.

In this episode, we respond to all of our lovely listener’s feedback. We talk about what games are rites of passage for all collectors. And we fill you in with what has been going on in our own arcades. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Show Links

Photo of a Jurassic Park: The Lost World game being unloaded from a black pickup truck standing on a stack of wooden pallets.

Listener Marc’s pallet unloading technique.

Episode #71 - We're Worried About Dave

May 02, 2022  /  Brian M.

In this episode we get an earful from listeners about our new format, talk about the state of the hobby, talk about upcoming shows and give you our game room updates. We also throw in a healthy dose of shit talk on repro games and Arcade 1ups. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail.

Episode #69 - Satan's Power

March 07, 2022  /  Brian M.

In this mega-update episode, we field some listener feedback. Jordan takes a trip to an arcade, Brandon takes a trip to an arcade, Brian buys the hardware store out of a certain part and Ian gives us the lowdown on the new version of Tubular. This and so much more. Enjoy!

If you would like to connect with us, you can do so via Twitter, Instagram, Email or, call us, at 503-766-2263 and leave us a voicemail. If you would like to support the show, you can do so at ko-fi.com/coinrejects.

Show Links

Jordan’s Roadtrip Photos