Refurbishment

The sight of Big Bobby's Bonus Boss Pavilion was a familiar one. It was hard not to recognize the huge red-and-white big top looming over everything like a big, candy-coloured blob. It was the place for cheap popcorn and stuffed toys, of hurd-gurdy music and the occasional punch-up. But more to the point, it was the place where people - especially Kobbers - came to test their mettle against the toughest of enemies, the strongest foes and the meanest threats. It was a place where boys became men, girls became women and those who were already there got some bragging rights.

So when it suddenly disappeared, people weren't sure what to think. The only clue as to what happened was a hastily-placed signpost, on which the following had been crudely scrawled.

BIG BOBBY'S IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING REFURBISHMENT.

WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE INCONVENIENCE.

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The builders came by night.

Where they came from, none could guess - nor did they want to. It was bad enough to catch a glimpse of them, coming home on a dark night, without trying to rationalize them in the mind. They moved like wraiths, indistinguishable from the shadows cast by the trees and buildings. Their work, oddly enough, was silent, save for the occasional humming of a tool or the clicking of something slotting together. Their methods were indecipherable to the naked eye - no cranes, no heavy machinery, no drills or cement mixers. And they never seemed to run out of materials.

People whispered, as people do. Some said spirits, pulled out of the old times in Kuwahawi's history. Others said aliens, hired from another galaxy. Others crossed themselves as they passed the place and said nothing. No-one could agree on what they looked like - a punch-up started in a bar over the subject. And it was very strange to see the squat, rectangular building slowly rise out of the earth, like a giant mushroom struggling to burst from the leaf litter, even though nobody saw any of the builders near it.

Even when pressed,/ Big Bobby declined to comment.

It was a while before anyone noticed they'd left. And everyone was immensely relieved.

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Those who turned up to the site of the old pavilion, a few days later, received a surprise.

The big top had all but gone. In it's place was something that had crawled out of the 80's on spider's legs, seeking tastier prey in the modern era. What little brick and mortar could be seen past the haze of obnoxious pink, blue and yellow neon looked sterile and factory-fresh, as though a germaphobe had frantically hosed it all down with an industrial pressure hose. A cartoonish replica of the portly ringmaster, reminiscent of a Max Fleischer fever dream, grinned down over the glass double-doors, from which a velvet tongue of a carpet projected hungrily.

And pasted over the doors was a poster.

 Big Bobby's is a name known and trusted throughout the globe. For years, our patented Bonus Boss Pavilion has provided high-octane thrills and challenges for all comers, young and old, normal and gifted. And when the public asks for more, demands more challenge and new ways to bring down the baddest of bosses... we deliver!

 Now, prepare to experience a new dimension in pulse-pounding action with...

BIG BOBBY'S BATTLECADE!!!

Barcade and Pizzeria

Full-immersion technology brings you right into the battle!
Go beyond the battle in a new era of virtual boss-bashing excitement, tailored for maximum thrills for all comers! Using revolutionary full-immersion VR technology that can accomodate up to five players maximum, customers can now experience a wide-open range of scenarios and challenges that were once only dreamed of! From piloting a mighty mecha to daredevil dogfights in space, the BattleCade makes anything and everything possible!

Prizes galore for the toughest boss-killers!

Our classic Threat Ranking system remains untouched, but now factors into the rewards you earn! Every boss you defeat grants you a chance to win a prize at the BattleCade's BattleVault prize booth! The harder the fight, the better your prizes, so take on the toughest enemies to reap the biggest rewards!

Earn enhanced rewards and discounts with BattlePass!
New to the BattleCade is our BattlePass system! For just $9.99 a month, customers can sign up for a Premium BattlePass card that records player data and progress. As you fight, you earn BattlePoints that increase your Battle Ranking and can net you exclusive prizes and rewards, both in-game and in the real world! Even if you don't buy into our premium system, you can still ean rewards by signing up for the Cadet BattlePass at no extra cost! And you can even spend BattlePoints to earn discounts at our sit-in bar and pizzeria, or at the BattleVault to claim the best prizes!

LIMITED TIME OFFER: During the month of May, customers who sign up for the Premium BattlePass will obtain the limited-edition Retro Arwing and Black Megazord skins!

Sit-in bar and pizzeria, open til late!
The BattleCade is no longer just for battles - it's for everyone! Our new sit-in BattleBar keeps the fun going, with our gigantic TitanoView TV screen displaying live television for all to see. And Big Bobby's Pizzeria serves up delicious, authentic Italian-style pizza at a price that won't leave a dent in your wallet! Take the kids out for a fun-filled Saturday afternoon, or bring the mates round for victory drinks after downing a tough boss! And with BattlePass, discounts are always at your fingertips!

Bookings for birthdays, live events and more!
The BattleCade doesn't just satisfy your cravings for furious fights and nail-biting challenges! We're also available for booking special events, such as birthdays, weddings and more! And we also play host to some of the most frenetic and high-profile live eSports events! From frantic five-a-side combat in Friday Night Fight, to intense tactial warfare in Nebula Lords, the BattleCade can do it all! Check out our website for schedules on upcoming events!

Here in the BattleCade, the Battle is Yours(tm)!

PLEASE NOTE: Managment is not responsible for possible health issues caused by use of our full-immersion VR technology. Please consult your physician before using our services.