Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by Alan-1! On this week's episode of Sound Off, we track competitive socializing’s growing pains, from single-attraction brand traps to the staffing and education needed to earn repeat visits. Then we zoom out to supply shocks, rebrands, soft numbers, and the hype gaps that erode trust and margins. • single-game venue ceiling and brand rigidity • staff-led guest education as growth lever • China tech restrictions and chip supply exposure • Topgolf softness a...
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Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by Alan-1! On this week's episode of Sound Off, we track competitive socializing’s growing pains, from single-attraction brand traps to the staffing and education needed to earn repeat visits. Then we zoom out to supply shocks, rebrands, soft numbers, and the hype gaps that erode trust and margins. • single-game venue ceiling and brand rigidity • staff-led guest education as growth lever • China tech restrictions and chip supply exposure • Topgolf softness a...
The Stinger Report #1250 - European Entertainment Bizarre - Part 2
LBX Collective
19 minutes
4 weeks ago
The Stinger Report #1250 - European Entertainment Bizarre - Part 2
In this second part, the IAAPA Expo Europe 2025 highlighted key trends shaping the entertainment industry, notably the rapid growth of immersive XR technologies like projection mapping and body tracking, with active entertainment platforms expanding across FECs, hotels, and venues. The show underscored the gamification of racing, socializing, and active play, alongside innovations in social darts, mini-golf, and AR-based experiences. Notably, the sector is witnessing significant M&A activ...
LBX Collective
Sponsored by Intercard! Sponsored by Alan-1! On this week's episode of Sound Off, we track competitive socializing’s growing pains, from single-attraction brand traps to the staffing and education needed to earn repeat visits. Then we zoom out to supply shocks, rebrands, soft numbers, and the hype gaps that erode trust and margins. • single-game venue ceiling and brand rigidity • staff-led guest education as growth lever • China tech restrictions and chip supply exposure • Topgolf softness a...
