If you have ever played arcade games, you have most likely tried to win a stuffed animal or other toy out of a crane machine. You navigate the claw around until it is directly above the toy you want, then hit the button. It lowers, grabs your toy, only to drop it as it moves back up. After losing countless times, you probably want to know if there's a trick to winning these crane machines. Keep reading to find out how to master the claw. 

How to Win a Claw Machine

1. Check Out the Prize Pit and Watch the Machine

Before you play, look at how tightly the prizes are packed. Many claw machines are full of stuffed animals, and the tighter they are stuffed in, the harder it will be to win. Not just to get one loose, but it also tells you that other players weren’t able to get one jiggled out. Then, watch the person in front of you play to determine the specific characteristics of the machine. Every crane is different, so study it before you play.

2. Pick Your Target Carefully

Choosing the most desirable target might not get you a prize at all. Instead, find the most accessible item in the machine. Staying realistic about what you can actually win will get you more prizes than going after something that’s unattainable. 

3. Play More Than Once

The first time you play, you are still getting a feel for the claw. You can also use the first try to move your target into a better position or to knock something else out of the way. One strategy is to move the target closer to the chute since the claw will often hold on for a second but not long enough to go all the way to the chute. Take your time getting the claw into position and, once it’s in the perfect spot, drop it and try your luck. 

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