A test of skill, hand-eye coordination, and persistence, crane machines are a vital part of any arcade. No crane machine is complete without a tantalizing collection of crane machine prizes that call out to players to dare to win them. Here are the top crane machine prizes that every arcade should start stocking immediately.
Plush Toys for Every Player
Plush toys are one of the best items for crane machines because they are desirable to players of all ages. A&A Global sells a variety of plush toys, as well as licensed plush toys. The two most popular A&A Global plush kits for arcades across the country are the Monster Generic Plush Mix and the Small 100% Generic Plush Kit.
The Monster Generic Plush Mix is the complete collection of 20 plush toys that range from 20 inches to 22 inches tall. Each case contains an assortment of soft, cute animals, including a frog, lion, sloth, cow, bunny, elephant, chicken, unicorn, crocodile, and more. The Monster Generic Plush Mix also includes 2 different colors for most of the animals.
The Small 100% Generic Plush Kit offers a colorful assortment of adorable animals. The assortment varies, but a kit may include a frog, giraffe, koala, hippo, panda, elephant, pig, lion, dog, and more! Each Small 100% Generic Plush is brightly colored in eye-catching shades of orange, pink, green, blue, and yellow.
The Top 5 Jumbo Squishies
Everyone loves the challenge of winning a prize from a crane machine. The best part of winning is carrying a jumbo, impressive prize around the arcade to show off your success. A&A Global’s collection of food-themed jumbo squishies will bring players back for seconds. Squish and Squeeze each one down as much as you can and then watch as the slow-rising foam raises them back into their original form. Once you win one jumbo squishy, you will need to win them all!
Here are the 5 jumbo squishies that players are devouring:
Jumbo Squishy Donuts are satisfying to squeeze and to watch them rise. Not only are they great for fidgeting and stress relief, but they can also be played with in so many ways. Players can throw and catch Jumbo Squishy Donuts, use them as decoration in their rooms, or use them as a pillow.
Jumbo Squishy Donuts are sold individually in a polybag (12 to a case).
A&A Global also has supersized, squishable breakfast options. The Jumbo Squishy Waffle is a popular item for crane machines because it can be challenging and exciting for players to grab. At 11 inches tall, the Jumbo Squishy Waffle is the kind of prize that every player will be hungry to win.
The Jumbo Squishy is made from durable, slow rising foam. After you squeeze it, the Jumbo Squishy Waffle will magically re-inflate to its original size. Like the Jumbo Squishy Donuts, Jumbo Squishy Waffles are sold individually and can be purchased 12 pieces to a case.
The Jumbo Squishy 10.5in Funky Pineapple is a prize that food lovers, teens, and kids will all enjoy. It can be squished, tossed, cuddled, named, and loved. With endless ways to play, the Jumbo Squishy 10.5in Funky Pineapple will be one of the most desirable crane machine prizes.
A&A Global also carries jumbo squishies in many different styles, including a watermelon, a monster, a unicorn, ice cream, strawberry cake, and more. The one-of-a-kind Jumbo Squishy 10.5in Funky Pineapple will ensure that players come back to your arcade for seconds, thirds, and fourths as they try to win the complete collection of jumbo squishies.
If the Mossy Oak® 7.5in Plush looks familiar, that is because Mossy Oak is an iconic outdoors brand that represents family, adventure, camaraderie, and making memories outdoors. Outdoorsy players will love the Mossy Oak® 7.5in Plush because the adorable animals will perfectly match their outdoor camouflage gear. Each case contains 96 adventurous critters, including bears, moose, beavers, rabbits, boars, and deer. Mossy Oak® 7.5in Plush are very appealing because they are licensed toys that will immediately be desirable to existing fans.
Time to put a little bit of the great outdoors inside your crane machines. Consider stocking Mossy Oak® 7.5in Plush in order to offer a wider range of licensed plush crane machine prizes.
Bigger is always better, especially when it comes to crane machine prizes. The Mossy Oak® Jumbo 11in Plush are just like their 7.5-inch counterparts, just bigger. At 11 inches tall, this line of Mossy Oak® licensed plush toys will fit perfectly in larger crane machines and give players a fresh challenge. Each case contains an assortment of 6 different animals and comes with a poster. A&A Global recommends buying several cases of the Mossy Oak® Jumbo 11in Plush because they will fly out of the machines so fast, you never saw it coming.
Inflatable Balls in Every Color
Inflatable balls are a classic prize for crane machines. The key to successful crane machine prizes is providing options. Prizes in a variety of colors, designs, and sizes will keep players interested and determined to win more. That’s why A&A Global sells generic inflatable balls in 3, 5, 6, 7, 10, and 18-inch sizes.
18in Inflatable Rainbow Knobby Vinyl Balls are a guaranteed crowd pleaser! The textured surface on the 18in Inflatable Rainbow Knobby Vinyl Balls makes them easy to catch and throw.
18in Inflatable Rainbow Knobby Vinyl Balls are sold by the case of 48 pieces. They require inflation; once they are pumped full of air, the Inflatable Rainbow Knobby Vinyl Balls will be endless fun for all players.
Inflatable 6in Neon Balls bring a circus-like feel to your arcade. A&A Global carries 6 different designs, such as stars, dots, tie-dye, stripes and more! Each Inflatable 6in Neon Ball is bright and eye-catching, so players will not be able to look away once they start playing. The paint is black light activated, so the Inflatable 6in Neon Balls will glow under black light.
Inflatable 6in Neon Balls are sold in cases of 100, with a random assortment of designs in each case.
Character Inflatable Balls
Never underestimate the love that fans have for their favorite characters. A&A Global recommends that arcades stock character inflatable balls in addition to generic inflatable balls because licensed toys are highly desirable for players of all ages.
Adults and teens will go crazy for the giant DC Comics™ Inflatable 18in Knobby Balls that feature the main members of the Justice League. Younger players will be determined to win one of the PAW Patrol™ 5in Knobby Balls with their favorite character on it.
If the phenomenon of Funko Pops are any indication, fans want nothing more than to collect licensed toys of their favorite characters. The DC Comics™ Inflatable 18in Knobby Balls are perfect for DC fans who prefer the classic comics to the modern live-action remakes. With characters like Batman, Wonder Woman, Superman, and Green Lantern, the DC Comics™ Inflatable 18in Knobby Balls will keep players coming back to win more.
DC Comics™ Inflatable 18in Knobby Balls are sold uninflated with 48 pieces per case. Once you pump them full of air, they are huge! At 18 inches in diameter, the DC Comics™ Inflatable 18in Knobby Balls will be a popular prize.
Whereas the DC Comics™ Inflatable 18in Knobby Balls are desirable to adults and teens, the PAW Patrol™ 5in Knobby Balls will be a crowd favorite among younger players. They fit perfectly into little hands. Each PAW Patrol™ 5in Knobby Ball has small knobs covering the surface, making it easier for children to throw and catch them.
The PAW Patrol™ 5in Knobby Balls features the main characters in PAW Patrol, one on each ball, including: Rubble, Marshall, Skye, Chase, Zuma, Rocky, Tracker, and Everest. Young fans will be determined to win every cute character. Sold uninflated, each case contains 250 PAW Patrol™ 5in Knobby Balls.
Crane Machine Prizes: The Exciting Mystery of Capsule Kits
Capsule kits are a popular item in vending machines because players get a little surprise with every turn of the coin slot. Capsule kits are also an extremely popular crane machine prize. A&A Global carries several different capsule kits, so players will get a new surprise item every time.
Everyone loves candy! These 5-inch capsules are filled with many different types of candy, including Laffy Taffy, Nerds, Slush Puppies, and more. The clear capsules allow players a clue as to the prize that they can win when they finally grab a capsule with the claw.
A&A Global sells 5in Candy Filled Capsule Kit by the case with 72 pre-filled capsules. Capsules have a random selection of different types of allergen-free candy. The 5in Candy Filled Capsule Kits gives you the best bang for your buck and will attract both new and repeat players.
This Capsule Kit comes with one pair of either generic or licensed socks that are one-size-fits-most. Some licensed socks designs include Star Wars and Friends; the generic socks feature designs with bananas, bacon and eggs, rainbow animal prints, and more. Each 5in Sock Filled Capsule is one of the most affordable pairs of socks and the most unique crane machine prize in the world. Purchase your arcade’s first case of 72 capsules today!
Learn More About the Best Crane Machine Prizes for Arcades
A&A Global is the leading retailer for bulk prizes for arcades and game centers. If you have crane machines, you will need the best crane machine prizes to keep players coming back. Shop the catalog of all the different prizes that A&A Global offers, or contact us with any questions you may have.
