Atari Leisure Time Game Center Concept Art (1974-1975)
The
Atari Family Game Center (Also known as the
Atari Leisure Time Game Center(1) and
Atari Game Center(2)), was a set of mall arcades predating the
Pizza Time Theatre concept from April of 1974 to Spring of 1975.
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The arcades would exclusively house Atari arcade games, built with custom cabinets to fit the interior design of the locations. The locations would also offer pinball machines and a variety of board games to play. Patrons could also purchase their own Atari arcades from the store for individual use or for small private organizations.
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Locations
Only 5 stores are currently known to have existed, but it is stated that several were produced.
(0)- San Leandro, CA (E. 14th St. at 155th Ave.)
- San Jose, CA (2200 Eastridge Loop)
- Santa Clara, CA (2151 Laurelwood Road)
- San Jose, CA (925 Blossom Hill Rd)
- Orange, CA (1500 East Village Way)
