Every year, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) holds an event called CES. This year, one company that sought to introduce a new product line is Arcade1Up.
Arcade1Up is a home arcade manufacturer that produces officially licensed arcade cabinets, which appeal to a wide range of audiences. At CES 2022, Arcade1Up announced its new, high-end Pro Series arcade machine line.
Throughout 2022, it’s expected that Arcade1Up will release several additional Pro Series arcade cabinets, so keep that in mind when looking for new games to play.
Let’s discuss Arcade1Up’s newest arcade machine line and why its introduction at CES 2022 was so breathtaking.
Additions to Legacy Edition Lineup
Arcade1Up’s arcade machine lineup includes three new additions to its Legacy Edition line.
These are the three new products:
- Midway Legacy Arcade Game Mortal Kombat 30th Anniversary Edition
- Atari Legacy Arcade Game Centipede Edition
- Bandai Legacy Arcade Game PAC-MANIA Edition
These three name brands are pretty well-known, so they may appeal to those looking for nostalgic home arcade games. This may also help them beat out competitors, such as My Arcade, which appeals to a similar customer segment.
The Mortal Kombat arcade cabinet is the first to feature online live play.
Additionally, the Centipede machine is shaped like the game’s original cabinet. The PAC-MANIA Edition cabinet features Wi-Fi-enabled leaderboards. Arcade1Up combines nostalgia with more advanced gaming features, and people love it.
All three arcade machines listed above will also come loaded with 14 games, the most ever included in an Arcade1Up device.
It was announced at CES 2022 that these three additions to the Legacy Edition line would be available this coming spring.
Arcade1Up’s Pro Series Features
In addition to the new arcade machines listed above, the Pro Series features bigger screens, new joysticks and improved speakers.
Here are some of the specific features of the new Pro Series arcade machines:
- Large 19-inch screens
- Suzohapp buttons and joysticks
- Faux-metal T folding
It’s worth noting that the new Suzohapp buttons and joysticks will be a major upgrade, considering they’re commonly used in some of the biggest Western arcade games in the past several decades.
Additionally, this product line will bring Killer Instinct to arcade gamers, which is expected to launch in summer 2022.
Pricing is not yet available for the Pro Series arcade machine line — however, in an interview with CNET, Arcade1Up CEO Scott Bachrach revealed it would be between $1,000-$1,200.
It’s expected that the Pro Series will cater mostly to high-end arcade gamers looking to improve their home game rooms and overall gaming experiences.
Arcade1Up is also investing in the Infinity Game Table, an electronic coffee table that goes for about $650. Originally, the Infinity Game Table debuted at CES 2021.
Arcade1Up: At the Forefront of Home Arcade Gaming
It’ll be interesting to see how Arcade1Up’s new arcade machine line performs and competes in this gaming market. Based on its announcements at CES 2022, the goal is to gain the loyalty of various gamers and appeal to those looking for a nostalgic experience with their arcade games.