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If you’ve ever wanted your own arcade but don’t have the real estate, small scale replica machines are an option. And what better way to start your collection than with a Quarter Arcade Space Invaders miniature cab?
Have to say though, I love the IDEA of having a 'proper' (albeit I suspect very emulated) arcade machine, though I think the novelty would wear off, and I simply don't have the space! Whilst we will do everything we can to meet the delivery times above, there may be factors outside of our control and we cannot guarantee delivery within this time frame.
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On freeing the cab from its box, a wave of nostalgia washed over me. It looked the part, with the original – and still gorgeous – cabinet artwork beautifully recreated. The dinky controls were present and correct, alongside instructions rendered in tiny text I was happy to discover I could read. (Take that, optician!) That was all nice. This would look great on a shelf. But everything changed when I turned the Quarter Arcade on. Realistic replica – everything from the artwork, shape, wooden shell, buttons, and more are precise replicas sees the 45th anniversary of Space Invaders, the seminal arcade game that sent video gaming mainstream. To celebrate this, Numskull Designs has announced two new quarter scale cabinets, carrying Space Invaders and Space Invaders Part II. Bigger than the replicas you’ll find in a local branch of Game, these cabinets are highly detailed replicas.
Official Taito Space Invaders stool – designed, engineered and scaled to fit in perfectly with your Quarter Arcade cabinets I don’t think we could ever build an arcade without Space Invadersas part of the range. It was the machine that started the gaming revolution. Official Bandai Namco Entertainment product – 1/4 scale playable replica of the original 1980s Dig Dug arcade cabinet Space Invaders Quarter Arcade is available from Numskull. A unit was provided for review. But I’d have bought one if it hadn’t been. Five invaders out of five rating. Etc. Adrian Field, executive director of FOR Cardiff, the organisation behind the award-winning City of Arcades campaign said:
I’m passionate about the continued growth of the Castle Quarter – trading at Castle Arcade for the past 40 years, I’ve witnessed its hospitality-driven transformation. Portable and displayable – rechargeable internal battery lets you take it on the go, or display at home in attract mode.
Every Quarter Arcade is about capturing a piece of gaming history. We are as true to the original machines as possible. Many people think we came up with the name and made machines to fit, but that’s not the case. Our goal was to make machines that played as well as full-size ones, but that were small enough to fit in your home and let you build a collection. Official Taito product – ¼ scale playable replica of the original 1980s Bubble Bobble arcade cabinet. Matt:Growing up in the 1980s, I spent considerable time in arcades. It was about more than the games – it was the whole atmosphere those giant machines created. Their flashing lights, incredible bright artwork and symphonies of sounds all fought for my attention – and coins. Stephen Barker, co-founder of premium destinations Coffee Barker, Rum & Fizz, Barker Tea house and Gin & Juice, is supporting the development team. He said:Quote PLEASE NOTE: This is a 1/4 scale replica arcade cabinet, NOT a full size cabinet. Measures: 16.9 inches tall by 8.26 inches deep by 6.29 inches wide The Victorian and Edwardian shopping arcades and their independent businesses offer a unique leisure experience for residents and visitors. It’s exciting to see that offer being enhanced with this new development. We look forward to seeing what new business opportunities the Castle Quarter Courtyard will bring to our city, as it seeks to grow and develop after this difficult year.” Official Taito products – ¼ scale playable replicas of the original Space Invaders& Space Invaders Part II arcade cabinets – We are absolutely supportive of this development and completely aligned with the landlord’s amazing vision and sensitive and cultured approach. This project represents a tremendous opportunity for Cardiff to step up to the next level with depth and refinement, for the people of Wales and all who visit our capital city,” he said. The main reason is the original cabinet uses the Pepper’s ghost effecttechnique. The game is reflected from a screen at the bottom on to a mirror, making the invaders look like they’re floating in front of a giant glowing moon.
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