At Best Startup California we track over 300,000 Californian startups and over 1,500,000 people who hold key positions in these companies. We use this directory of startups to highlight top employees, founders and organisations we think deserve more appreciation than they are currently getting.
We’ve ranked the top 31 Amusement Park and Arcade companies in California, United States. The companies, startups and institutions listed in this article are all exceptional companies, well worth a follow. We have included links to their websites, socials and CrunchBase (if you’re interested in their financials).
We selected the organisations listed in this article based on:
- Track record
- Executive leadership
- Market share
- Innovation
- ESG rating
Our Data – We source our data from OSINT (open source intelligence) and public directories such as Crunchbase, SemRush and many more. The data from these sources should be treated with a degree of caution and verified yourself.
Top Amusement Park and Arcade Companies & Startups (California, United States)
Two Bit Circus
Two Bit Circus is an experiential entertainment company helping brands tell their story through immersive, public installations.
Founder(s): Brent Bushnell, Eric Gradman, Nancy Bennett
Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Gaming, Media and Entertainment
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PANIQ ROOM
America’s fastest growing escape room franchise
Founder(s): Akos Gabossy
Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Franchise, Media and Entertainment
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Perceptoscope, A Public Benefit Corporation
Perceptoscope brings immersive storytelling to everyday people through augmented reality “coin-operated” binoculars.
Founder(s): Ben Sax
Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Architecture, Augmented Reality, Museums and Historical Sites, Virtual Reality
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Innovation Station
An awe-inspiring, immersive Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) attraction for visitors of all ages.
Founder(s): Brian Fitzgerald, Trisha Fitzgerald
Location: Valley Springs, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Events, Media and Entertainment, STEM Education
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US Arcades
US Arcades is the only full service arcade company in the adult business.
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Location: Van Nuys, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade
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Presidio Trust
The Presidio of San Francisco is a park and former military base on the northern tip of the San Francisco Peninsula in San Francisco
Founder(s):
Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Government, Internet, Museums and Historical Sites, Natural Resources, Non Profit, Training
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Virtual World Arcade, LLC
Virtual World Arcades bring a variety of virtual reality experiences together for your enjoyment with friends
Founder(s): Jeremy Lam
Location: San Jose, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Gaming, Software, Trade Shows, Virtual Reality
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Super 78 Studios
Super 78 Studios is a media production studio that develops live-action, animated, and graphic content for theme parks around the world.
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Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Industries: Advertising, Amusement Park and Arcade, Animation, Graphic Design, Media and Entertainment
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GamerGreen
Open platform gaming that allows players to earn a single currency in thousands of physical locations. Prizes shipped to their doors.
Founder(s): Philip Marzullo
Location: San Diego, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Gamification, Loyalty Programs
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Mycotoo
Mycotoo develops location based and live entertainment as well as delivers engaging guest experiences for destination resorts.
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Location: Pasadena, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Event Management, Leisure, Media and Entertainment, Recreation, Software
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MR-ProFun
MR-ProFun offers advisory, training, implementation, and operational management of theme parks and attractions in international markets.
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Location: Tustin, California, United States
Industries: Advice, Amusement Park and Arcade, Consulting, Media and Entertainment, Training
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Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier
Pacific Park is a 2-acre amusement park offering 12 thrilling rides, midway games with an over-the-ocean food plaza, and retail stores.
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Location: Santa Monica, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Consulting, Leisure, Tourism, Travel
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Theme Park Insider
Theme Park Insider is a leisure, travel & tourism firm that covers the world’s top theme & amusement parks.
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Location: Pasadena, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Leisure, Tourism, Travel
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Midway Of Fun
Midway Of Fun is an amusement & theme park that owns and operates a carnival business.
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Location: Fair Oaks, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Customer Service, Parks
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South Coast Controls Corporation
South Coast Controls is an engineer-driven company specializing in the engineering and fabrication of high quality control panels.
Founder(s): Harry Ellis Jr.
Location: Anaheim, California, United States
Industries: Aerospace, Amusement Park and Arcade, Food and Beverage, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Oil and Gas, Renewable Energy
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Shadow Mountain Resort & Club
Shadow Mountain Resort & Club offers sports and outdoor activities including golf, swim, and dining as well as conducts tennis tournaments.
Founder(s):
Location: Palm Desert, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Outdoors, Restaurants, Sports
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Santa Cruz Seaside Company
Santa Cruz Seaside Company engages in the amusement and entertainment business.
Founder(s):
Location: Santa Cruz, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Casual Games, Recreation, Restaurants
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Los Virtuality – Virtual Reality Gaming Center
VR arcade and VR rental service. Talk to us about your conference, exhibit, team building, birthday party or personal needs.
Founder(s):
Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Corporate Training, Events, Family, Gaming, Hardware, Media and Entertainment, Rental, Video Games, Virtual Reality
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Daniels Wood Land
Daniels Wood Land, Inc. designs and fabricates innovative experiences for clients all over the world.
Founder(s): John Daniels, Ron Daniels
Location: Paso Robles, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Construction
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SpeedZone Los Angeles
SpeedZone Los Angeles is an entertainment center that offers racing, group events, birthday parties, catering, attractions, and promotions.
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Location: City Of Industry, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Catering, Racing, Recreation
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Wind Rangers
Wind Rangers provides the most state of the art Wind Controllers on the market today for Water Features and Amusement Parks.
Founder(s): Harry Ellis Jr.
Location: Anaheim, California, United States
Industries: Agriculture, Amusement Park and Arcade, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Public Safety, Wind Energy
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Mulligan Family Fun Center
Mulligan Family Fun Center is to always provide a safe, memorable, fun-filled experience to our community.
Founder(s):
Location: Murrieta, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade
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Animal Capture Wildlife Control
Animal Capture Wildlife Control management is often thought of in terms of protecting and caring for wildlife and their habitat.
Founder(s):
Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Environmental Consulting, Service Industry
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Creative Kingdom
Creative Kingdom is specialized in defining the future of themed destinations worldwide.
Founder(s):
Location: Costa Mesa, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Architecture, Leisure, Resorts
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KidMax
KidsMax allows family members to discuss, buy, sell, and exchange goods and services for kids.
Founder(s):
Location: Los Altos Hills, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Child Care, Electronics, Sales, Toys
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Aye-Five
Aye-Five creates designs and concepts for entertainment attractions.
Founder(s):
Location: Union City, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Creative Agency, Industrial Design, Media and Entertainment
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Castle Park
Castle Park is an amusement ride park.
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Location: Riverside, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Golf, Parks
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Galleria At Tyler
Galleria At Tyler is a shopping mall with dining, shopping centers, department stores, entertainment hub, and restaurants.
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Location: Riverside, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Retail, Shopping, Shopping Mall
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Pachinko World
Pachinko is FUN and EXCITING! are out of this world but within your budget! Where America goes to play!
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Location: Huntington Beach, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade
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Siskiyou Golden Fair
Siskiyou Golden Fair is a show that promotes agricultural awareness and education through varied exhibits, contests, and entertainment.
Founder(s):
Location: Yreka, California, United States
Industries: Agriculture, Amusement Park and Arcade, Media and Entertainment
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Lake Jennings
Lake Jennings offers campground reservations for fishing, camping, and hiking.
Founder(s):
Location: Lakeside, California, United States
Industries: Amusement Park and Arcade, Boating, Parks
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