Meet Mario: Over 40 Years Repairing and Restoring Coin-Operated Amusement Machines

An arcade cabinet in the corner, a glowing pinball machine, or a jukebox humming in the background turns any home into a place where memories are made — high scores are chased, playlists are shared, and friendly rivalries come to life. But when the lights go dark, the flippers fall silent, or the music stops, the fun can come to a sudden halt.

My name is Mario, and for over 40 years, I’ve lived and breathed the world of coin-operated amusement. I’m a second-generation technician, raised in this industry by my father — a man who didn’t just repair machines, but operated, manufactured, sold, and even taught the craft from the 1970s through the turn of the millennium. For me, this wasn’t just a career choice or a hobby — it was a way of life.

Like my father, I’ve worked across many sides of the industry, but my true passion lives where the tools come out and the cabinets open — repairing and restoring these incredible machines so they can keep doing what they do best: bringing people together and creating joy.

If your game room needs a rescue, I’m here to help. Whether you’re looking to add, repair, restore, relocate, or retire a machine, you can call, email, or book an appointment through our online system — whatever’s easiest for you.

And if you’d like to see some of the machines I’ve brought back to life, follow me on social media (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube) and take a look behind the scenes at the work I’m proud to share.

Thank You, and have a Profitable Day!