Root Beer Tapper for ColecoVision | Coleco’s Classic Arcade Bartending Action Game

Root Beer Tapper, developed and published by Coleco Industries for the ColecoVision home gaming console, is a lively and fast-paced action game inspired by the classic Midway arcade hit Tapper.

This home adaptation replaces the beer-tapping theme with a family-friendly twist — root beer — while preserving all the addictive gameplay and quick reflex challenges that made the original a timeless arcade favorite.

Players step into the role of a busy bartender tasked with serving endless streams of thirsty customers across multiple bar counters. Each bar lane grows progressively longer and more demanding as new patrons appear, requiring fast service and careful multitasking to keep everyone satisfied. The goal is to pour and slide mugs of root beer down the counter before the impatient customers reach the end.

Timing and coordination are key. Players lose a life if they fail to serve a customer before they reach the counter, if they waste a drink, or if they miss catching a returning mug. To add variety and humor, occasional icons appear on the counter — grabbing one triggers a “cabaret-style” distraction that temporarily keeps some customers entertained, giving players a much-needed breather to regain control.

With its colorful graphics, catchy sound effects, and escalating pace, Root Beer Tapper perfectly captures the spirit of early 1980s arcade action while offering a uniquely ColecoVision experience. It combines simple controls with challenging gameplay, rewarding players who master its balance of speed, precision, and timing.

As one of ColecoVision’s standout arcade adaptations, Root Beer Tapper remains a favorite among retro gaming collectors and fans of classic arcade conversions. Its blend of charm, humor, and frantic bartending action ensures it continues to entertain players decades after its original release.

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