The fun stuff!
With the incredible influx of bubble hockey tables available today, it's no wonder why consumers have a hard time picking out the best table or getting the best value for their money. It seems that they all just run together anymore, with each bubble hockey table outdoing the other in some way. We hope to help you make an educated decision on what style of bubble hockey table is right for you.
The look
A seemingly simple aspect of a bubble hockey table, graphics and visual effects actually are often what initially distinguishes one from another. Many tables offer the option of customization, so you can decorate with your favorite team, be it NHL, college, or even your child's little league logo.
The rink itself can also be a fun part of picking out a bubble hockey table, as many have varying graphics, logos, and even may offer banner ads, just like in real NHL games. The bases of bubble hockey tables come in lots of interesting styles and colors too, so you'll have a great time picking out the one that suits your game room perfectly.
Remember, although bubble hockey tables all play the same game, they don't all look alike, so you don't have to be stuck with a generic bubble hockey table. Spice it up and have fun with your decision!
The experience
The electronics of a bubble hockey table are a big selling point as well, as the games often lack them, rather than have them. Not everyone wants to own a high-tech game, although bubble hockey tables with flashy parts, automatic scoring, and loud noises have fast become the popular choice.
If you prefer not to have the fancy flash of recent models, you can always opt for manual scoring, rather than an electronic, digital scoreboard. These scoreboards can be placed overhead in the dome, but do have a tendency to block vision, so there is the option of side scoreboards as well, which rest on one side of the rink and allow for full visibility of the game.
Also, newer models of bubble hockey table have fun "Ooooh" buttons to accompany the boo buttons of original styles. These simulate crowd noises just as the boo button does, however these sonic fans cheer, yell, clap, and chant!
Some tables feature overhead lights and scoring in the dome, but there are still those bubble hockey tables that come without. Again, you have a choice when it comes to your bubble hockey table, and can choose a design with, or without, lots of fun electronic options to suit your specific needs.