Intercard Unveils New Hybrid Impulse Plus Reader at Amusement Expo

The latest version of Intercard's payment solution accepts more payment types and boosts revenue for arcade operators.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Intercard, a leading provider of payment solutions for the amusement industry, will showcase its new Impulse Plus reader at the 2026 Amusement Expo International in Las Vegas. The Impulse Plus is a hybrid system that accepts credit cards and game cards, allowing arcade operators to benefit from cashless technology while continuing to use coin-op games. Intercard claims the Impulse Plus can increase revenues by up to 30% through more payment options and upselling capabilities.

Why it matters

As the amusement industry continues to evolve, arcade operators need flexible payment solutions that can accommodate both traditional coin-op games and emerging cashless technologies. The Impulse Plus addresses this need, giving operators a way to cater to credit card-carrying customers while preserving their existing coin-operated infrastructure.

The details

The Impulse Plus reader from Intercard accepts a variety of payment types, including credit cards, in addition to traditional game cards. This hybrid approach allows arcade operators to enjoy the benefits of cashless technology, such as easier reporting and the ability to upsell, while still supporting their existing coin-op games. Intercard claims the Impulse Plus can boost revenues by as much as 30% through these enhanced capabilities.

  • The 2026 Amusement Expo International will take place from March 16-19 in Las Vegas.
  • Intercard will showcase the new Impulse Plus reader at the expo.

The players

Intercard

A leading provider of payment solutions for the amusement industry.

Rob Geiger

The North American sales manager for Intercard.

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What they’re saying

“Operators around the world have shown great interest in our hybrid Impulse readers that accept credit cards as well as game cards. We are looking forward to showing the latest version, the Impulse Plus, to our global family of customers at Amusement Expo in Las Vegas. It allows arcade operators to enjoy the benefits of cashless technology while continuing to use coin-op games.”

— Rob Geiger, North American sales manager (amusementtoday.com)

What’s next

Intercard will be showcasing the Impulse Plus reader at Booth #1821 during the 2026 Amusement Expo International in Las Vegas. Arcade operators interested in learning more about the new payment solution can schedule a demo with Rob Geiger, Intercard's North American sales manager, by emailing him at rgeiger@intercardinc.com.

The takeaway

The Impulse Plus reader from Intercard represents a flexible payment solution that allows arcade operators to bridge the gap between traditional coin-op games and emerging cashless technologies. By accepting a variety of payment types, the Impulse Plus can help boost revenues and streamline operations for amusement businesses looking to modernize their payment systems.