Barnsley Upper New Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 1LP
Sheffield 1-7 Allen Street, Sheffield, S3 7AW
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Speed of Light

Barnsley · Rhythm game

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Game History

Speed of Light is an arcade skill game developed by LAI Games, The game was recognized for its creative concept when it won the Best of Show Award: Silver Medal in the Redemption Arcade Game category at the 2011 International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo.

Speed of Light is a skill-based game that tests players' reaction time and reflexes through fast, frantic gameplay accompanied by upbeat music and light effects. The game features a distinctive 8-foot high open lattice structure with an eye-catching backlit platform, making it a visually striking. It also supports both one and two player gameplay options, allowing for competitive play. The game has been described as a "crowd-pleaser" with a large player following and remains a top pick for entertainment venues worldwide.

How to Play

Objective

The main goal of Speed of Light is to test and demonstrate your reaction time and reflexes by hitting lit targets as quickly as possible. You must respond to light cues by pressing corresponding buttons or targets in sequence. The ultimate objective is to achieve the highest score possible based on your performance.

Controls

  • Light Targets: Press the illuminated targets that appear on the game structure
  • Player Selection: Choose between single-player or two-player competitive modes

Gameplay

  • Starting the Game: Press the Start Button to begin your reaction challenge.

  • Game Mode Selection: Choose between single-player mode to challenge yourself or two-player mode to compete against another player.

  • Target Recognition: Watch as targets light up in sequence across the game structure.

  • Reaction Gameplay: Press the illuminated targets as quickly as possible after they light up.

  • Speed Challenge: Respond to increasingly fast sequences of light cues that test your reaction time.

  • Scoring System: Earn points based on how quickly you hit each target, with faster reactions earning more points.

  • Progressive Difficulty: Face increasingly challenging sequences as you progress through the game.

  • Game Completion: Complete the final sequence with your total score calculated and tickets dispensed based on your performance.