ExplorOcean – Balboa Arcade (Was Balboa Fun Zone- Game Arcade)
Newport Beach, CA
From collectors
Located in the heart of the historic Balboa Fun Zone, ExplorOcean is focused on connecting families to that mystery and inspiration of the sea - and you don't even have to get wet to enjoy it!. The Maker Lab is a place where kids are given, tools, space, and time to create a masterpiece!
Machine 2 is near change machines at the Northeast entrance (the back of the building).Designs are:
1) A Dolphin,
2) A Shark,
3) An old hippie with surfboard
4) A scenic one depicting Palm Trees, boat and buildings.
Retired Penny and Gaming Token:
Retired 1 Design: 1) 'Balboa Fun Zone Newport Beach, CA', Merry-Go-Round,' 'Bumper Cars' Carousel horse, Farris Wheel and Sea Otter.
Retired Arcade Token: 1) Bay Arcade Balboa, CA', ship in middle/ Rear- 'Family Entertainment, No Cash Value',
3/23/2023 - Machine is pressing okay on copper. The scenic design with the ferris wheel is always short, cutting off the right border dots. The rest are good. Also, there are no tokens. All arcade machines now use quarters. RandyK
Machines and designs
| Machine | Designs | Coin type |
|---|---|---|
| Machine 2 | 4 | Penny |
| Retired Arcade Token | ? | Token |
| Retired 1 | ? | Penny |
3 photos from collectors
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