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Why Arcades Punished Stalling: The Hidden Design Logic Behind Classic Coin-Op Difficulty

A deep dive into how arcade developers used difficulty spikes, time-pressure systems, and anti-stalling mechanics to keep the action flowing—and the coin slot spinning. Featuring examples from Sunset Riders, Contra, Guerrilla War, X-Men, Sengoku, and more.