ICE Gametime Pro Collegiate - Home Basketball with your Favorite College Team

Strobing LEDs sweep front to back across the cabinet. The steel chain net hangs above a real wood floor. Your school's colors run the full length of the machine.

Overview

The ICE Gametime Pro Collegiate is a full-sized home arcade basketball game built around official university graphics, a real hardwood floor surface, and a powder-coated steel chain net and 14-gauge cold-rolled steel side cage rated for heavy use. Five distinct game modes support one to four players, and the removable top arch lets the cabinet clear an 8-foot ceiling without sacrificing the full play height. Available in over 50 officially licensed university team configurations.

Key Features

Real Hardwood Floor with Official Collegiate Graphics

The play surface is an actual wood floor panel finished with officially licensed university graphics. The graphics run the full width of the playfield, displaying team colors and marks in the same visual register as a regulation court. Over 50 universities are available as selectable configurations at time of purchase.

14-Gauge Cold-Rolled Steel Side Cage and Powder-Coated Chain Net

The side enclosure is fabricated from 14-gauge cold-rolled steel, the same gauge used in commercial arcade deployments. The chain net is powder-coated steel, not fabric or nylon — it retains its shape under repeated ball impact and does not stretch or sag over time.

Five Game Modes

The cabinet ships with five selectable game modes, each with a distinct scoring structure: Pro — race the clock, reach 75 to advance to the second round and 100 to reach the final round; Money Ball — standard timed scoring with bonus points awarded for hitting money signs; Pig — elimination format, players who miss three times are removed, last player standing wins; Last Shot — each player gets four shots per game with a three-second countdown, lowest score wins; Time It — a moving line tracks across three colored zones, and points are awarded based on where the line is when the ball is released.

Strobing LED Light System

The cabinet includes a strobing LED system that moves sequentially from the front of the cabinet to the back during play. The sweep is visible from the side and from directly in front, creating a motion effect that tracks with the game in progress.

Removable Top Arch for Low-Ceiling Rooms

The top arch section is designed to be removed for rooms with standard 8-foot (96-inch) ceilings. Cabinet height is also adjustable between 87 inches and 101 inches, giving additional clearance flexibility depending on the installation space.

Ball Compatibility with Hoop Fever and NBA Hoops

The Gametime Pro Collegiate uses the same basketball size as ICE's Hoop Fever and NBA Hoops models. Replacement balls for these platforms are widely stocked, and existing ball inventories from those machines are interchangeable with this unit.

How It Plays

The player steps up to the lane, retrieves balls from the return tray, and shoots toward the elevated hoop within the timed or turn-based structure of the selected mode. In Time It mode, the play mechanic changes from pure speed to timing precision — the player watches a line move across three color-coded zones on the display and releases the ball when the line hits the target zone, with each color worth a different point value. From the side of the room, the strobing LED sweep across the cabinet and the chain net's motion after each make are the two most visible indicators that a game is in progress.

Specifications

Why Buyers Love It

All-Metal Cage Construction Built for Daily Use

The 14-gauge cold-rolled steel side cage and powder-coated steel chain net are the same spec found on commercial arcade deployments. For a home installation that sees regular multi-player use, this construction holds up without the deformation or wear common in lighter-gauge alternatives.

Low-Ceiling Installation Ready

The removable top arch and adjustable height range (87 to 101 inches) address the most common placement obstacle for full-size basketball arcade games in residential spaces — standard 8-foot ceilings. The arch removal takes this unit from needing over 8 feet of clearance to fitting within it.

Interchangeable Balls with Common ICE Platforms

Using the same ball size as Hoop Fever and NBA Hoops means replacement balls are straightforward to source — no proprietary sizing. For households that already own one of those models, ball inventories carry over directly.

Team Selection Across 50+ Universities

The machine is configured at the time of purchase for a specific officially licensed university. The full graphics package — colors, marks, and floor design — reflects that school's licensed identity, not a generic design. Available configurations span Power Five conferences and select mid-majors, covering the majority of major college basketball programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the ICE Gametime Pro Collegiate fit in a room with an 8-foot ceiling?

Yes. The top arch is designed to be removed specifically to accommodate 8-foot (96-inch) ceilings. The cabinet height is also adjustable between 87 and 101 inches, providing additional clearance options depending on your room.

How many players can use the ICE Gametime Pro Collegiate at once?

Up to four players can participate simultaneously. Multi-player support is built into several of the five game modes, including Pig (elimination format) and Time It (turn-based scoring).

What team graphics are available on the ICE Gametime Pro Collegiate?

Over 50 officially licensed university configurations are available, including schools from the SEC, Big Ten, Big 12, ACC, Pac-12, and select independents. Team selection is made at the time of purchase — the graphics, floor design, and marquee all reflect the chosen university's licensed identity.

What basketballs does the ICE Gametime Pro Collegiate use?

The Gametime Pro Collegiate uses the same ball size as ICE's Hoop Fever and NBA Hoops arcade games. This means replacement balls are interchangeable across those platforms and are a standard size within ICE's basketball game lineup.

Ideal Placement

The ICE Gametime Pro Collegiate is sized for dedicated home game rooms, finished basements, and garage entertainment spaces where a full-length basketball lane (99 inches) can be positioned away from walls. The adjustable-height arch makes it compatible with standard residential ceiling heights. College sports bars, sports-themed entertainment rooms, and rec rooms at fraternity houses or alumni facilities are also natural fits given the official university graphics package.

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.

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