The gaming industry has been constantly changing going from the days from the packed arcade days to the gaming PCs and consoles of today. Gamers lately have been reminiscing about the arcade days and thanks to MyArcade you are able to get that feeling without significant space or cost. MyArcade addresses this demand by offering tabletop to pocket sized arcade cabinets of some 90s games. These arcade cabinets provide a practical and playful alternative to full size cabinets.
At the Toy Fair, the variety of cabinets on display was very impressive and contained the various cabinet sizes and games. Most of the cabinets contain one game each from the 80s and 90s, including Street fighter II, Sonic the Hedgehog, Pac-Man and many more. MyArcade has kept the arcade feel by keeping the same button layout and the joystick.
Walking past this I was immediately drawn to the tabletop arcade cabinet for Street Fighter II: Championship Edition and the striking cabinet it was in, so I had to stop. The nostalgia I felt playing these arcade cabinets evoked the feeling of the old arcades. While some of the smaller ones presented a slight challenge, the overall feel and enjoyment were significant. Beyond gaming, they serve as versatile collector’s items, perfect for display or dedicated play, offering a quick and convenient way to access classic games. The cabinets felt very sturdy and able to withstand gaming sessions.
The look and feel of the cabinets are great not just for gamers who want the arcade feel back but its also great for collectors. The price and size allow you to have your own mini arcade without needing to take a loan out or needing a dedicated room. Most of these cabinets range from $34.99 to $44.99, the Space Invaders and the casino player cabinets will run you $59.99 while the Street Fighter II: Championship Edition will cost $69.99. I am looking forward to see more from this company.
