Young Girl's Ingenious Claw Machine Method Goes Viral
A young girl has become an internet sensation after a video surfaced showing her unique and highly effective method for beating frustrating claw machine arcade games. The footage, which has been widely shared on social media, demonstrates a technique that appears to guarantee a win, bypassing the typical mechanics that often leave players empty-handed after inserting pound coin after pound coin.
The Viral Hack: How She 'Cracked the Code'
In the now-viral video, shared by the Instagram account @asianhappyhour, the child is seen taking a remarkably calm and calculated approach. After inserting her money, she does not target a toy in the centre of the machine. Instead, she positions the claw over a plushie located directly behind the prize drop box.
The crucial part of her method comes next. As the claw lifts the toy and moves it horizontally towards the drop box, the girl physically yanks the entire machine towards her. This forceful movement ensures that when the claw inevitably releases its grip—a common source of player frustration—the toy falls not back into the pile, but straight down into the winner's chute.
The Instagram post captioned the video with 'She cracked the code,' while the user joked they were 'going to try this next time.'
Public Reaction and Serious Warnings
The online reaction to the hack has been a mixture of amusement and admiration. One commenter praised the girl's determination, writing, 'When the machine cheats, so does the player.' Another philosophically noted, 'Unfortunately, the arcade made us do this. Honest work won't reward you.'
However, amidst the humour, serious warnings have emerged. One individual commented that they had attempted a similar manoeuvre and 'almost got arrested.' The commenter alleged that many arcade games are fitted with alarms that trigger if the machine is moved or shaken in a certain way, immediately alerting staff to potential tampering.
The Legal Way to Improve Your Odds
For those seeking to win without risking confrontation, a claw machine expert named Erik has shared a legitimate technique on TikTok. He claims his method will have you 'winning almost every single time.'
His secret involves swinging the claw by moving the joystick before it descends. 'Swinging the joystick can manoeuvre the claw into a more favourable grab position,' he explained. Furthermore, he advises against targeting the head of a plush toy. Instead, he recommends the 'Diaper Grab' method, which involves grabbing the prize by its body. This forces the claw to close and balance the prize more effectively, significantly increasing the chances of a successful retrieval.
While the young girl's hack is undoubtedly clever, it's always best to play by the rules at your local arcade to avoid landing yourself in hot water.
