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Remote Claw Games

Taito's Crane Game is Played Online, with Toys Delivered to Winners

— September 12, 2017 — Life-Stages
Even though the majority of claw games are designed for in-person interactions, Taito launched an Online Crane that can be played completely remotely.

The Taito Online Crane may be accessed via an app, where players are challenged to retrieve a toy or other small item. Just like any classic claw game that is operated with some sort of button or joystick system, Taito Online Crane allows consumers to operate a crane arm remotely, using only their smartphone.

Although there is no item that may be instantly awarded to winners, the Taito Online Crane ships prizes securely to be delivered to a player's home. Unlike some amusement parks and entertainment centers that are closed during some days of the year, the app and website for the online game operate year-round and 24 hours a day.
Trend Themes
1. Remote Claw Games - Opportunity for businesses to create and offer remote claw game experiences for customers to play and win prizes from the comfort of their own homes.
2. Mobile Gaming Apps - Potential for new mobile gaming apps that allow users to remotely control claw machines and win prizes delivered to their homes.
3. E-commerce Integration - Integration of online claw games with e-commerce platforms to facilitate secure prize delivery and enhance the overall user experience.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - Entertainment industry can explore the use of remote claw games to engage and entertain customers, and deliver prizes directly to their homes.
2. Mobile Gaming - Mobile gaming industry can develop new remote claw game apps to tap into the growing demand for innovative and immersive gaming experiences.
3. E-commerce - E-commerce industry can leverage the integration of online claw games with their platforms to attract and retain customers, and enhance their product offerings.
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