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Increasing dwell time is an essential component for many businesses in the entertainment and hospitality industry. Another key is driving more foot traffic. Hosting events can be a solution for both. That’s where Big Buck Hunter comes in. 

Big Buck Hunter is one of the most iconic arcade games, with a passionate fan base of millions of players. Big Buck Hunter Reloaded recently celebrated 20 years of the world’s favorite hunting game and is a great addition to any location – especially bars and restaurants, where business depends on steady traffic. 

If you already have a Big Buck Hunter at your location, let us show you how to maximize its earnings and popularity.

Operators can significantly boost their revenue with a Big Buck Hunter unit by leveraging various strategies tailored to engage players and enhance their gaming experience. Here are some effective approaches:

1. Hosting Tournaments:
   • Create a Competitive Atmosphere: Organize regular in-house tournaments to attract both casual and serious players. This will attract crowds and encourage repeat visits as players practice improving their skills.
   • Offer Attractive Prizes: Providing lucrative prizes, whether in cash, free plays, or merchandise, can incentivize participation and generate buzz around your location.
2. Big Buck World Championship Qualifier Opportunities:
   • Leverage Prestige: By offering players a chance to qualify for the prestigious Big Buck World Championship, you tap into a broader community of enthusiasts who are motivated by the opportunity to compete on a global stage.
   • Promote Exclusivity: Highlight the rarity and prestige of these qualifying events to draw in crowds, boosting both foot traffic and playtime on your BBH units.
3. Running Ads on Your BBH Unit:
   • Monetize Screen Time: Utilize the BBH unit’s screen to run advertisements for in-house promotions or external businesses, creating an additional revenue stream.
   • Promote Your Events: Use the ad space to advertise upcoming tournaments, weekly challenges, and other events, ensuring maximum awareness among your patrons.
4. Content Diversity on Big Buck Hunter Reloaded (BBHR):
   • Appeal to Different Audiences: The variety of content available on BBHR, from traditional hunting to themed content like “Terminator” and “The Walking Dead,” allows you to attract a broader range of players with different interests.
   • Keep Gameplay Fresh: Regularly update your BBHR content offerings to keep the gameplay experience exciting and unpredictable, encouraging players to return for new challenges and experiences.

By implementing these strategies, operators can maximize the revenue potential of their Big Buck Hunter units. Whether through engaging tournaments, exciting qualifier opportunities, or strategic use of the unit’s advertising capabilities, there are numerous ways to ensure that your BBH unit becomes a significant contributor to your business’s bottom line.

Get Your Big Buck Online

Getting your Big Buck Hunter online has more benefits than access to great content and automatic updates. You can also tap into one of the largest arcade fan bases around as an online Operator, and you’ll have access to CoinUp – a user-friendly site that allows you to take control of your games like never before. Online tools, earnings reports, player loyalty insights, fully customizable tournaments, remote game management, and more are just a click away. The Big Buck Hunter and Coinup platforms have allowed locations to host their events for years.

Big Buck Equals Big Earnings

Aside from just the direct earnings from the game, the added benefit of additional traffic and dwell time should boost your profits. According to a study by PathIntelligence, increasing dwell time by just 1 percent leads to an average 1.3 percent increase in sales for locations with food and beverages.

Eagle Distributing offers a Beer Calculator, which makes it easy for you to calculate what just “One More Beer” means to your business on a nightly basis. Each location has different variables, but you can see how events like Big Buck Hunter can help make a regular night special.

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