Exploring New York City’s Indie Gaming Scene

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The TopMob Roadshow is where gaming culture meets on-the-go reporting from New York City! Host Noah Waterman travels to arcades, shops, schools, and other exciting locations to share the stories of people who are passionate about video games – just like you. Get ready to discover the heart and soul of the gaming world!

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The TopMob Roadshow goes to OS NYC (Trailer) | Premiering January 31, Noon EST

Noah Waterman and the TopMob Roadshow are heading to OS NYC, New York’s biggest gaming lounge, and it’s a celebration of community! We chatted with the team there about how they make it work with increasing rent costs, the long history of gaming in Chinatown, and other interesting topics.

You’ve Never Played These Games – Inside NYC’s Indie Game Arcade

Wonderville is like an arcade, but instead of the usual games, you’ll find a collection of unique and creative indie titles – and you won’t need a pocketful of quarters! Located in Brooklyn, New York, it’s a space that combines an art gallery, music venue, and arcade to showcase the best of the independent gaming world, appealing to both seasoned gamers and newcomers. Join Noah Waterman as he explores the history and impact of Wonderville on the gaming and underground music scenes, and witnesses a surprisingly fun skateboarding rhythm game you have to see to believe!

Break into a Career in Gaming at City College of New York

Dreaming of a career in video games but don’t know where to start? It can seem impossible, but City College of New York is working to make it easier. In this episode of The TopMob Roadshow, Noah visits CCNY to explore their innovative four-year Game Design program – the only public college in the area to offer one. Led by Nicholas Fortugno and his team, the program focuses on making game development education affordable and accessible, helping the next generation of creators launch their careers and overcome barriers in the industry.

Touring New York’s Retro Gaming Heaven

Noah starts things off with a visit to Video Games New York, a legendary retro game shop in New York City. This independent store has been a go-to for games, consoles, and accessories for over two decades, but it offers so much more! They have a museum showcasing incredibly rare items, like a signed PlayStation 3 from Hideo Kojima. Plus, they publish indie games and vinyl records, and even rent out classic gaming equipment for events. Join Noah as he goes behind the scenes to discover the secrets behind this store’s lasting success!

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2026-01-29 20:43