Own a Fantasy Claw Arcade Franchise

The total initial investment to open a Fantasy Claw Arcade starts at $292,000 per location, inclusive of the franchise fee. The single-unit franchise fee is $40,000. Multi-unit operators pay $30,000 per unit, with veteran discounts available. The investment cost varies based on location size. We target new units to fall between 1,500-2,000 square feet. Build-out costs are specific to the condition of the existing space as well as your market. You will need a minimum of $100,000 in liquid capital and a net worth of at least $300,000 to qualify.

Financial performance data for our flagship location at Fashion Show Mall in Las Vegas is in Item 19 of our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which we provide to all qualified candidates during the discovery process.

Franchisees pay a royalty of 7% of net sales for single-unit operators and 6% for multi-unit operators. There is an additional 2% marketing fund contribution based on gross sales. These fees cover ongoing operational support, weekly coaching calls at opening that move to bi-weekly once you're up and running, national marketing development, and access to preferred vendor pricing on machines, prizes, and supplies.

Fantasy Claw Arcade provides end-to-end support from the moment you sign through your opening day and beyond. This includes assistance with site selection and lease negotiation, full store design and build-out coordination, machine sourcing, and prize inventory setup. Owner training covers 100-plus hours of hands-on instruction including machine servicing, guest experience protocols, and POS system management. Staff training runs 48 hours. After opening, franchisees receive weekly support calls, moving to bi-weekly once they're up and running, plus quarterly performance reviews.

Our goal is to have you open your first location within six months of signing the Franchise Agreement, depending on lease timelines and local permitting. The franchise team assists with site selection and lease negotiation to accelerate this process. Build-out and machine installation are coordinated by the corporate team to minimize delays.

Fantasy Claw Arcade is purpose-built for high-traffic retail environments, specifically enclosed malls, shopping centers, and tourist-oriented destinations. Current and upcoming locations are in Fashion Show Mall, Area15, and Miracle Mile Shops in Las Vegas, Ala Moana Center and International Market Place in Honolulu, and Easton Town Center in Columbus, Ohio. The brand targets markets that already support family entertainment concepts like Dave & Buster's and Chuck E. Cheese.

Fantasy Claw Arcade is best suited for hands-on operators and experienced multi-unit leaders who are business-minded, operationally focused, and committed to delivering a strong guest experience. You do not need an arcade or entertainment background since the training program is designed to bring new operators up to speed completely. You do need to be financially qualified, operationally serious, and ready to follow an established system.

Fantasy Claw Arcade is a dedicated claw arcade concept, not a general arcade. New franchise locations typically house 50 to 100 machines, with approximately 90% being claw-operated prize redemption machines. The wizard-themed environment, token-based gameplay, and prize mix of trending plush, collectibles, trading cards, and snack brands are designed specifically to drive repeat visits and social media sharing. The branded clear backpacks guests use to carry prizes function as walking billboards.

Yes. Fantasy Claw Arcade is actively awarding franchise agreements across the United States. Select prime territories in major metro markets are available now. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their information early since territory availability is determined on a first-come, first-served basis as franchise agreements are signed.

Submit your contact information using the form on this page. A member of the Fantasy Claw Arcade franchise team will schedule an introductory call to discuss the opportunity and confirm mutual fit. From there you will receive the Franchise Disclosure Document, go through a structured discovery process, and if approved, sign your Franchise Agreement. The process from first contact to signed agreement typically takes 60 to 90 days.