Namco Ball Madness

Two overhead reservoirs release soft plastic balls simultaneously. Both player chambers flood at once.

Overview

Ball Madness by Bandai Namco Amusements is a two-player redemption game that puts each player inside their own enclosed chamber as a cascade of soft, colorful plastic balls drops from an overhead reservoir at game start. An automatic conveyor belt cycles balls continuously back to the top, so the machine resets between plays without attendant involvement. Designed specifically to fit the majority of family entertainment centers, the cabinet's large-format, full-color enclosure reads from across a venue floor.

Key Features

Two Independent Player Chambers

Each player stands inside a separate enclosed chamber fitted with its own ball input hole and score tracking. Players compete against each other in real time, and the side-by-side layout — with both chambers active simultaneously — is visible at a glance from outside the machine. One player can also toss balls into the opposing chamber as an additional layer of competition.

Overhead Ball Reservoir with Auto Conveyor Refill

Balls are stored at the top of the cabinet and released directly into the chambers at game start. An automatic conveyor belt system continuously collects used balls and transports them back to the overhead reservoir, keeping the supply in circulation without manual restocking. The machine ships with a full complement of soft plastic balls ready for immediate operation.

Ball Containment Design

Each chamber has a raised lip and thick hanging plastic strip curtains across the player opening. The curtains slow outgoing balls and reduce the volume that escapes onto the floor during active play, keeping the play area self-contained.

Multi-Color LED Display

An onboard multi-color LED display mounted at the top of the cabinet shows live game instructions, a countdown timer, current score, tickets won, and credits inserted — all updating in real time. The top-mounted position keeps the display visible to both players and bystanders throughout the game.

Operator-Adjustable Ticket Payout

Ticket award rates are configurable by the operator, allowing the reward-per-ball ratio to be tuned independently at each location to match local prize wall economics. Adjustments are made in the onboard settings without requiring a hardware change or service call.

How It Plays

Each player stands inside their chamber as the overhead reservoir releases a cascade of soft plastic balls directly onto both players at the same moment. The objective is to grab balls as fast as possible and stuff them into the input hole — each ball inserted registers points and advances the ticket count before the timer expires. From outside the machine, bystanders see two players submerged in a moving field of colorful balls while the LED display overhead cycles through live scores and the timer counts down.

Specifications

Why Operators Love It

Self-Cycling Ball System — No Attendant Restocking Between Plays

The automatic conveyor belt returns balls from the play chambers to the overhead reservoir continuously. The machine resets itself after each game — no staff time required to collect or reload balls between plays.

Coin and Card Payment Out of the Box

Ball Madness accepts both coin and card swipe payment as standard. Operators running cashless card systems can connect the machine directly, with no need to retrofit a separate payment peripheral.

Standard 110V Single-Phase Power

The cabinet runs on standard 110V single-phase power — the same outlet type found throughout most FEC and entertainment venue floors. No dedicated circuit, phase conversion, or electrician is required for a typical installation.

Photo-Opportunity Cabinet Scale

At 88 inches wide and 103 inches tall, the full-color cabinet is large enough that Bandai Namco identifies it as a photo opportunity fixture. Venues running social-media-friendly activations have a built-in backdrop without any additional props or installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Ball Madness dispense and recycle the balls during play?

Balls are stored in a reservoir at the top of the cabinet and released directly into both player chambers when a game starts. An automatic conveyor belt collects used balls from the chambers and transports them back to the top reservoir, keeping the supply in continuous circulation without attendant intervention.

What is the assembled footprint of the Ball Madness cabinet?

The assembled cabinet measures 88 inches wide, 66 inches deep, and 103 inches tall — ceiling clearance above 9 feet is required. The unit ships on three pallets, so a receiving area with pallet jack or forklift access is recommended.

Does Ball Madness support cashless payment?

Yes. Ball Madness accepts both coin and card swipe payment as standard, so it integrates with cashless card systems commonly found in family entertainment centers without additional hardware.

What venue type is the Ball Madness designed for?

Bandai Namco designed Ball Madness specifically to fit the majority of family entertainment centers, and the shared two-player format suits venues that serve mixed-age groups. Its 110V single-phase power requirement is compatible with standard venue electrical installations.

Ideal Placement

Ball Madness fits naturally in family entertainment centers, trampoline parks, and indoor play venues where a large-format physical redemption game serves mixed-age groups. Its 88-inch width and 103-inch height require a floor slot that can accommodate the full 66-inch depth and a ceiling clearance above 9 feet. Bowling center arcades and pizzeria game rooms where the play area is visible from dining or seating zones are also strong fits given the cabinet's visual scale and active ball movement.

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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