Bob's Space Racers Gear It Up

RGB gears spin in a vertical column. The ball drops onto the bottom gear. One button press times everything.

Overview

The Bob's Space Racers Gear It Up is a ticket redemption arcade game built around a multi-level gear mechanism — a ball is dispensed onto a spinning gear, and the player times a single button press to advance it upward through progressively harder stages. Available as a single-player unit or stacked as a two-player cabinet, it ships with progressive game speeds, three difficulty levels, and a top-level Bonus Spin with a progressive ticket payout. The cabinet's steampunk industrial artwork and full RGB gear lighting are visible from across the floor.

Key Features

Multi-Level Gear Mechanism

A physical ball is dispensed at the bottom gear and advances upward through a series of gear stages. Each gear has labeled pockets — "Up" pockets advance the ball to the next level, while "Miss" pockets end the ball's progress at that stage. As the ball climbs, successive gears carry fewer "Up" pockets and more "Miss" pockets, so the timing window narrows with every advance. The vertical ball path is the primary visible action on the cabinet face throughout play.

Three Progressive Difficulty Levels

The three gear stages are color-coded: yellow (easy), orange (medium), and red (jackpot). Game speed increases with each stage — the escalation is mechanically produced by the gear assembly itself and visible in the spinning mechanism rather than just indicated on screen. Each successive button press demands tighter timing than the one before it.

Bonus Spin with Progressive Ticket Payout

A player who navigates the ball to the top level reaches the Bonus Spin — a physical marquee spinner mounted at the top of the cabinet that determines the ticket award. The payout is progressive: the ticket value accumulates across plays rather than paying a fixed amount per game. The spinner's rotation and landing position are readable by bystanders from several feet away during the award moment.

Single or Stacked Two-Player Configuration

The Gear It Up ships as a single-player unit or can be stacked as a two-player cabinet, placing both units into one vertical column at 98.5 inches tall. The stacked configuration doubles play capacity within the same 60 x 46 inch floor footprint as the single unit.

Operator-Adjustable Settings Menu

The operator menu allows field adjustment of gear speed, jackpot value, and game audits. Bob's Space Racers provides a full operator's manual alongside tech-tip documents covering card reader installation, common connection faults, error codes, gear adjustment procedures, and marquee spinner adjustment — manufacturer-authored reference material for routine field tasks.

How It Plays

The player presses the button to release the ball from its stopper onto the bottom gear, timing the press against the gear's rotation to land in an "Up" pocket and advance upward. Each successive gear spins faster with fewer "Up" pockets, so the timing window tightens at every stage across a 10-second round. A player who reaches the top triggers the physical Bonus Spin on the marquee spinner — the wheel's rotation and landing are visible from across the aisle.

Specifications

Why Operators Love It

Two Players, One Floor Slot

The stacked two-player configuration runs both units within the same 60 x 46 inch floor footprint. Operators adding capacity do not need to claim a second machine slot — the second unit stacks vertically onto the first, keeping aisle clearance and row spacing intact.

Standard Outlet Installation

At 1.5 amps on 110V domestic power, the Gear It Up draws 165 watts — within the load of a standard single-phase outlet. No dedicated circuit or special wiring is required for installation.

Steel Chassis and Sealed Motor Construction

The cabinet is built on a steel chassis with a sealed motor assembly. The sealed motor reduces exposure to debris and spilled liquids that would otherwise reach an open motor in a high-traffic environment.

Dual-Voltage Export Availability

An export configuration is available at 220V ±10V, 50/60 Hz for operators placing units outside the domestic market. Both configurations draw 165 watts, so power consumption is consistent across deployments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Bob's Space Racers Gear It Up be set up as a two-player machine?

Yes. The Gear It Up is available as a single-player unit or as a stacked two-player cabinet. The stacked version places both units vertically into one column at 98.5 inches tall while keeping the same 60 x 46 inch floor footprint as the single unit.

How does the ticket payout work on the Gear It Up?

A player who navigates the ball to the top gear level reaches the Bonus Spin — a physical marquee spinner that determines the ticket award. The payout is progressive, meaning the ticket value accumulates across plays rather than paying a fixed amount each game.

What are the power requirements for the Bob's Space Racers Gear It Up?

The domestic version runs on 110V ±10V at 1.5 amps, 165 watts, 60 Hz — a standard single-phase outlet. An export configuration is also available at 220V ±10V, 0.75 amps, 165 watts, 50/60 Hz.

What service documentation ships with the Gear It Up?

Bob's Space Racers provides a full operator's manual along with tech-tip documents covering card reader installation, common connection faults, an error codes list, gear adjustment procedures, and marquee spinner adjustment. These are manufacturer-authored reference materials available directly from Bob's Space Racers.

Ideal Placement

The Gear It Up fits naturally in family entertainment centers, bowling center arcades, trampoline parks, and pizzeria game rooms where ticket redemption is the primary format. Its 46-inch width matches standard arcade row spacing, and the 98.5-inch height of the stacked two-player configuration suits venues with standard ceiling clearance that want simultaneous play in a single floor slot. The 32-inch cabinet depth also fits tighter row configurations common in smaller venue footprints.

Shipping & Setup

We offer flexible freight delivery options, including curbside and lift-gate services. Shipping costs and timing are calculated at checkout based on your location and requirements.

Warranty & Support

Your purchase includes a standard manufacturer warranty and access to technical support to ensure long-term performance and uptime.