a beverage dispenser apparatus and method for dispensing a beverage , be it soda , beer or frozen “ slushy ” type is provided with a direct or indirect mounted game type controller for operating and dispensing the beverage . additional features such as game displays , audio and or additional dispensing functions , such as adding flavoring , and vending may be controlled via the game type control . the vending operation may be initiated by money deposits or acceptance of some type card such as a debit , credit or other card .