Why I'm done collecting Arcade1UP cabinets!!!

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[@Jasonkev]

they got greedy!

[@CombatandCollecting]

Too damn greedy!!!

[@ethannewman1905]

All points are valid! I have 19 cabs and wanted the arcade at home as it’s been my dream as a child. But now they are milking people like me that have supported them extensively. Collecting was fun now it’s not.

[@CombatandCollecting]

As cabinets approach $1,000 they should have dramatically improved quality and build. I’m not rich, I don’t have $1,000 to throw away on particle board and $10 of software.

[@type2red]

@@CombatandCollecting Well said. it’s like they are the ikea of rom emulation furniture 🪑 🕹.

[@greenranger9428]

Time to donate them to Boys and Girls Club

[@B_HarTz]

@@type2red shit even ikea stepped up their furniture and have better quality then before lol arcade1up is like the Ross or tj max lol sure you got it on sale , but will fall apart after 2 use lol

[@B_HarTz]

Dude said he has 19cabs lol umm they milked you up to this point and what's a few extra hundreds on a new cab now? Lol funny cause whether you buy it or not, Someone else will and their pretty much selling out even @ the $700 price ... I mean I own 2 cabs myself and spent $500 total, and I don't need to own 19 for childhood memory, just started my son to enjoy for his new memories .

[@FloatingCityComics]

You got a legit LOL out of me at that 1980 Fiero line.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Happy to make you laugh! 💪🏼

[@chrisg8820]

$400 with a light up marquee is the sweet spot, anything higher than that for these is crazy! I have 5 but I might be done because of the new pricing and I’m running out of room anyways. They don’t get played a ton but they look cool in my game room lit up when I’m shooting pool 😎

[@CombatandCollecting]

They do look damn cool. Hopefully they can make some positive changes.

[@flightofthebumblebee9529]

You mean shoot heroin not pool

[@show-me-retro]

Love the "power wheels" analogy

[@CombatandCollecting]

Toy replica’s shouldn’t cost nearly 1/3 of a real commercial unit. Thanks for watching.

[@robdavis4777]

To be honest I just like the way they look. I turn them on when playing call of duty on PlayStation. I have 4 of them and I’m done.

[@CombatandCollecting]

They do look good grouped together.

[@chrisg8820]

Exactly, like I just posted. I love the way they look when we are hanging out in the game room shooting pool and having a couple drinks.

[@citrusmixer1313]

@@CombatandCollecting The new Tron Arcade1Up in particular, it would be a cool thing to look at when I'm in my man cave. But $700 is a lot for a piece of art for the man cave. 🤣🤣

[@grgmj1980]

I just lost all respect for arcade 1up! I’m not paying $800 for a mini cab

[@CombatandCollecting]

Hopefully they can figure it out soon. I like the product, just not the price at 1/3 a commercial unit.

[@braxton4593]

I had 20 A1ups at 1 point n time and they have completely gotten away from there initial concept of affordability…it’s ikea furniture with a $10 game…ultimately this company will go under and I can’t wait for karma to come back to them…I think that’s why they have jacked their prices up so much because they see the impending doom that their eventually going to run out of game titles💪…kids nowadays have no desire to play these…80s and 90s babies are their customer base and there shitting on us left and right

[@CombatandCollecting]

Word!

[@OperantSound]

How much for the super pacman and the golden axe? I know you'll need the space for the full size stuff.

[@CombatandCollecting]

I’ll keep Pac until I can get a full sized cab.

[@akoww1000]

I wanted T2,but for 800 and it only has one game :/ That's a huge no. Along with Simpsons only has two games :/ they could have added any of the other 4 player games they had to it. And T2, there are a ton of shooting games that would have worked well with the t2 cab, Like Operation wolf :/

[@CombatandCollecting]

Yeah… don’t know how you can justify only one game.

[@fkgoogle666]

If anybody’s looking to purchase just one arcade machine, I recommend the arcade legends ultimate, $700 shipped to your door with 300 games and you could just plug-in USB or HDMI any games you want. 24” screen too.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Listen to this man! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@TheJoejoez]

I came to the same conclusion after a few years, agree with every point. Some additional ones for me... I don't think I ever really ever got over the 17" low quality lcds... and the height...I'm 6'4" ... both were just always off. I also have real arcades near me I can go to, so playing on those, then coming and playing my A1up at home felt pathetic. Also these are depreciating daily, real arcades will hold their value and probably appreciate in value. I didn't go as deep as you, but got to 3 and was about to go deeper, then just decided to cut my losses and sell them all.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Just got Dragons Lair and to be honest I regret it. It’s a product designed to fit in a box and way overpriced.

[@TheJoejoez]

@@CombatandCollecting looks cool but how much will you actually play that one. Honestly I just need a few really good games of the real deal. Ms pac, Galaga, donkey Kong, street fighter 2, MK 2.. for as much as I play that’s plenty.

[@19kfox]

I feel ya man. They have really pissed off the community and their core customer base. 🦊🥃

[@CombatandCollecting]

Honestly I’ve felt this way for a while these absurd price hikes just settle it.

[@MASKEDMAN712]

I’m glad I was able to get the cabinets I actually wanted for while it was under $500.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Absolutely, and you know what... if I can get one under that price point I will definitely bring one home.

[@twindrivein]

Best Arcade1up review ever. Finally someone that isn't a phoney joke fanboy of that company. Honest review. Love it.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thank you, and thanks for watching! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@braxton4593]

Lmao Retro Ralph,Cooltoy,Pdubs,Glen are all on 1ups payroll🤣

[@thomaskay779]

I played galaxian in 1980 and now thanks to arcade 1up I play galaxian in 2022, I do not need a huge unit , Arcade 1up is king

[@CombatandCollecting]

Glad you are happy with your purchase! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@mikeexelby]

I know this review is only a half a year old but honestly, any one who pays full price is a sucker. Friend of mine bought Mortal Kombat II direct from 1up and it was like some stupid $600 bucks. I got it on Wayfair on Black Friday price and a promo code thru Honey for $333 with the riser. You have to look around, the deals are out there. This will be my 3rd cabinet and while they are nice units, my biggest fear is something breaking and not having parts for it.

[@CombatandCollecting]

If you can get it at the right price it’s all good.

[@Bcilloz]

I paid $250 for the MK Legacy so I don’t feel all that bad about it. I do agree that they are way overpriced….it prolly cost them about $75 to make one of these…I say $300 to $400 tops is good enough.

[@FloatingCityComics]

How much were the pinball machines?

[@CombatandCollecting]

6-8K

[@joeeagley2789]

I died when you said rocking more than your 85 fiero 🤣

[@CombatandCollecting]

Lol thanks for watching!

[@chrisg8820]

My mom had a red Fiero back in the day lol, I remember cruising around listening to 80s music it that thing

[@CombatandCollecting]

@@chrisg8820 Speakers in the headrest!

[@TheDeathWillCome2012]

I hear you, I don’t like the new prices ether. I like Arcade1Up but it’s getting ridiculous $800! They should start thinking about selling replacement parts, these will break with in time, days or weeks. Luckily I haven’t had any problems yet

[@CombatandCollecting]

Glad you haven't had any problems yet. But if you do on delivery do the opposite of what the big sticker on the screen says and return it back to the store. A1UP part replacement is beyond frustrating.

[@dddtrump]

Hey what pinballs are those?? Arcade1ups have always been overpriced. You need to buy them on clearance from Wal-mart. For 199? they are worth it for sure.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Both are by Stern Pinball. Avengers Infinity Quest and Jurassic Park.

[@MegaFinalRound]

Yes. 199 is the “Sweet Price”

[@user-hw3ej6ht6y]

No cab should be more than $500... Not enough games...

[@CombatandCollecting]

There needs to be at least 5 games at this point for basic stick and buttons games.

[@3rdFloorArcade]

I was gonna buy the X-men cab too but once I saw that price tag I was out on that one. If it was $500 I’d pull the trigger. Dude I need that Modelo UFC sign brother! 🔥🔥

[@CombatandCollecting]

$500 would be a fair price too, Yeah I’m really disappointed in this new direction and frustrated by the old problems that haven’t been resolved.

[@3rdFloorArcade]

@@CombatandCollecting did they get back to you on the Big Buck World parts you need?

[@CombatandCollecting]

It just went out today. Which led to this video. My NBA Jam is still unresolved and my Tempest is still unresolved.

[@3rdFloorArcade]

@@CombatandCollecting ugh sorry to hear brother. They need to step their game up with customer service and should have replacement parts for every cab readily available.

[@CombatandCollecting]

It’s all good. It’s just at $700-$800 I’m not interested with the quality of the cabinets and customer service I’ve experienced. Will I ever buy another cabinet? Probably, I’m just losing a lot of enthusiasm for this company.

[@uo9zzzyxwvutsrqp0nmkjihgfe43]

Yeah i thought their whole idea was to make arcades affordable now theyre just upping the prices

[@CombatandCollecting]

True point, not very affordable.

[@MrClockw3rk]

If anyone is looking for something more substantial, I build wall mounted cabinets at Umbrella Arcades. They aren’t cheap, but they will last forever, and they run everything you can imagine.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Nice!

[@raspados7703]

Nice!

[@RollerCoasteraddict]

Hey Fight Cave my Big Buck Hunter Pro just went down as well ... IDK wth is wrong with it, I turn it on and it shows the loading screen then after that NOTHING! ... Just a blank lit LCD, I contacted Arcade1up and apparently they have NO replacement PCB available ... Utter BS! Seriously a $600 Cabinet reduced to a giant paperweight!

[@CombatandCollecting]

Sorry to hear that. After this video my Tempest took a dump on me and I didn’t even bother going through the hoops with Arcade1up. I’ve sold all but one cabinet and it’s currently on the market for sell.

[@thurm101]

I am a 1 cab guy. I just wanted Ms Pacman

[@CombatandCollecting]

💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@markbridgeman7678]

" Have you seen a grown man playing Outrun" and then that picture of the guy in tiny car. That quote and pic has made me cry with laughter 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@CombatandCollecting]

🤣🤣🤣

[@The_Bad_Guy.]

Well thanks now I feel terrible about myself haha. Your points hit too close to home. You're totally right man. I was so excited about the X-Men cabinet because it was one of my favorites as a kid. But when I saw 800 dollars I about threw up. I got lucky and got one from target when they were listed at 599 and free shipping for about an hour.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Feel good brother you got what you wanted at a price you were comfortable with. Nothing wrong with that. 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@btsninja5861]

Same man I stop buying after 15 cabinet once it hit 600

[@CombatandCollecting]

Hopefully they right this ship, a lot of fans are pissed.

[@melissali1571]

I just got a BRAND NEW Midway Legacy cabinet MK series. I got lucky I got it for $300. This thing is smaller than it looks on videos lmao. These are for kids, even with the riser. Normal sized adults will not able to enjoy the experience... I don't like to rub arms while playing. I got it because it was a cheap way to decorate the gaming room, but if I could go back, I would 100% spend $800 on an empty full sized shell and diy the rest. The worse of all, it seems like people are paying 700 + for these after tax... It is not worth it... If you are planing on putting a pc inside, and stuff, do not buy this one. If you have young kids, between 9 and 13, yeah, this will suit them. Just don't feed them too much because if they gain enough weight, they won't enjoy the experience neither. Also the included

[@CombatandCollecting]

Great deal 💪🏼

[@daviddeming1916]

Arcade1up=Power Wheels is Hilarious!! Great comparison!! Stern pins are badass!!

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thank you for watching!

[@Bcilloz]

Wanted the X-Men but it’s too expensive…definitely need to drop the price on 4 player cabs down to $400.

[@CombatandCollecting]

💯💯💯

[@maxg6321]

800 is too much but the logic if "why pay 800 when I could get a better one for 3400" makes no sense

[@CombatandCollecting]

The logic is why pay close to a thousand dollar for cheap particle board. I’d rather save up and purchase a commercial quality multi-Cade that will last longer. and look awesome. Nobody thinks an Arcade1up collector has a real arcade. I however do.

[@maxg6321]

@@CombatandCollecting Yes so that logic should've applied from the start. Why did you purchase 9 toys to begin with ?

[@CombatandCollecting]

Could it be that at $400 it was a set of different expectations?

[@maxg6321]

@@CombatandCollecting sure. So at 400 a toy version of an arcade is cool, but at 800 its not. Simple.

[@puertoriconnect4611]

A lot of valid points. They’re way too pricey, their customer service is unreliable, and there’s not enough games to on most cabinets to justify the space and money they take up.

[@CombatandCollecting]

💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@TheRealJPhillips]

I've never saw the appeal of Arcade1up cabinets in the 1st place. I did like the Final Fight tho but, i actually had it in my hand for maybe 5 minutes thinking about it and put it back on the shelf. I got a i5 emulation PC and a 32"in TV on the wall with a tank stick. I'm good.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Final Fight was a great cab. Yeah definitely a lot of better options out there.

[@MegaFinalRound]

People love having an “arcade room” in their house lol

[@LeoNegrete84]

Reasons I bought a 1 up instead of a actual arcade.... 1 up. / actual size 1)price300 to 500$/ $1000 if broken to 5000 2) height 3to 4 ft/ 5 to 6.5ft 3)weight under 150lbs./ 500 lbs + 4) 3 to 4 games/ either 1 or a shot load of titles you don't really care for and a handful of good 5) did I mention the price........its not a tank like the actual machines but it can be assembled and taken down easily .....its perfect for the price

[@LeoNegrete84]

I can mod if I want more games....if its too shakey I can mount it .......what else......was your arguement....mod mod mod.....idk what else we could argue that that wouldn't cure except for size and quality and unless you own a bar or Cafe I doubt you need it to withstand extreme gameplay......idk to each his own ......don't worry, be happy

[@CombatandCollecting]

@@LeoNegrete84 mod mod mod it’s still just sawdust with shiny vinyl graphics and that’s ok because it’s a kids toy. I myself am happier not to pay $700+ for sawdust and $19.99 worth of software.

[@braxton4593]

Your high af if you think $800 is a good price point for ANY of these

[@dangarthemighty0980]

I stopped buying them after the two that I bought and I ended up modding them both with better parts.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Sound move.

[@jasenwm]

I think is absolutely ridiculous to have a 17'' screen for a shooter. Big buck hunter is unplayable at that size

[@CombatandCollecting]

Too small and screen is too low.

[@SoulforSale]

What does Arcade1up have to say? Crickets chirping

[@CombatandCollecting]

Posting memes on wood prices lol

[@SoulforSale]

@@CombatandCollecting LoL!

[@godzillaking1594]

They don't care, already have your money.

[@CombatandCollecting]

True. I already have my bosses money too. Strangely I keep showing up for work however.

[@mobilemacservice3093]

We have collected 7 arcade1up machines since 2020. We paid full price for only 2 the cocktail table PacMan and Tron. All the others were discounted prices from $150-$350. Now we are not huge gamers here and the games are only turned on once or twice a week.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Had pretty much the same experience. When they worked.

[@captainthruster9484]

Lol X-Men is 800 bucks! I could get a full size one for 3400. That is the stupidest thing I've ever heard somebody say, nice job. There's a big difference between 800 and 3400

[@CombatandCollecting]

Not for me 😉

[@wilsonsingleton1841]

Excellent video and spot on my friend! Those Stern pinballs are awesome!

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thank you for watching!

[@tristama_youtube]

huge agree with the price point. The whole point of these products were to be cheap but affordable products for families and retro game enthusiasts. At the very least the games are getting more advanced and we're getting more features like online play and leaderboards, but still, its nuts. But the whole "they're just like toys" ... yeah? Thats kind of the point, they arent the big authentic originals, they're smaller, affordable replicas that are there to play and have fun. Yeah "no ones gonna think you have an actual arcade", thats not always the point. When i see my family come over and the kids are all playing these games and having the time of their lives, i dont care that its not authentic, im just happy to share these experiences with them.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thanks for watching and the take 💪🏼

[@tristama_youtube]

@@CombatandCollecting no problem homie

[@dinky19810]

Arcade 1down. Because it constantly need mods. Cheap screen, speakers, buttons, joystick, no HDMI. It's sad.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Yup.

[@andrewcrockett3044]

My sister was born in 1993, she doesnt understand the word "arcade" unless talking about Dave and Busters. You are right about the limited time they have to sell to people who born from 1973 to 1985

[@CombatandCollecting]

Not too many big titles left in my opinion.

[@isaias630]

Bro your Jurassic Park pinball is 🔥 WOW!!!!

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thank you brother, I do enjoy having it!

[@RetroRalph]

Great video; you make a lot of great points; thanks for the shout out by the way. I think 1up got a lot of people back into the hobby (so that's good) as well as a lot of newcomers. They haven't really evolved much, and now they're asking prices well beyond what I believe their product is worth. Unless the price increase matched the quality like you said in your video but as we know, that's just not the case. I'm going to start to suggest to people they either look at DIY solutions, Original Machines (if they have the skill set to repair them), or other Multigame solutions like a Atgames or iiRcade. At the end of the day, tastemakers, LLC specializes in toys, not video games or engineering. If anything, the other companies like iiRcade and AtGames have the advantage because they know what it takes to support technology products other than toys. I think the kink in the armor is that 1up is not a tech company and they're trying to learn to be one while scaling their business simultaneously, and the weakness is showing.

[@CombatandCollecting]

I appreciate A1UP for awakening this hobby for me and trying to improve their product albeit at a turtles pace. It just comes down to value, unless you have unlimited resources or are just a plain fool it matters whether or not you can recoup some of the money put into a hobby. I’m lucky to get $200-$300 for some of the cabinets I’ve sold with a bunch of tasteful upgrades and mods on them. Parts is a huge problem, there’s a huge orange sticker on the monitor telling you not to return the item to the store if there is an issue, but…. If you understand their customer service record you understand you are better off taking that item back for a replacement.

[@VeganRashad]

If stern dropped the price; they would make a killing!

[@CombatandCollecting]

I heard they were going up another $300… but they are adding more features like WiFi and Bluetooth supposedly.

[@philiple8890]

Great video!!! Tell it like it is!!!! A lot of people feel the way you do, . . When Arcade1up first came out, it was such a draw for the peeps that grew up during the arcade era and wanted to relive that nostalgia for a decent price to finally build our own home arcade that we always dreamed of. But why continue to purchase more of these when most of them keep recycling themselves with the same games. Like how many Pac-Man cabinets can they keep coming out with, and you’re right?- these cabinets that are starting out at $600-$800?? Ridiculous. Bad quality on a lot of these, especially the Legacy cabinets(I know Legacy cabs came out with fair prices, but raised side panels to make it a terrible 2 player experience, is just awful.) . . Thank you so much for recording this video and expressing your thoughts on how a lot of us feel about Arcade1up. Continue to enjoy your pinball machines!!!! :-)

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thank you brother, not really happy to put out such a negative video. It’s the parts issue that bothers me the most. Regardless, happy gaming my friend.

[@Nevy21]

Imagine the sick ass setup you could build with 800

[@CombatandCollecting]

Yep!

[@griftgfx]

If I spent that much money on pinball machines I'd have no other choice but to love them too.

[@CombatandCollecting]

I must really love them because I added two more and looking for my 5th! 😍😍😍

[@griftgfx]

@@CombatandCollecting They're awesome machines! If that's in your arcade budget I never would have touched arade1up to begin with. Just get real cabs.

[@CombatandCollecting]

@@griftgfx I do like the idea of a smaller cab with multiple games, but as prices approach $1k I want much better quality and customer service.

[@brownsamurai3070]

IDK bro, you're comparing Stern, and American company that's been doing things right for over 90 years, with a fly by night company who's product are made by actual slave labor, and pretty much represents everything wrong with today's society in a nutshell. I don't mean any disrespect by saying that, just saying that it's a matter of perspective when you buy items like these. Like the old saying, if it looks too good to be true, it probably is. But I thank you for making this video. Totally stifled my desire to purchase one of these machines.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Slave labor!!!! I wonder…. 🧐🧐🧐

[@TheReal_FishFins]

I wish getting into pinball was a BIT cheaper in Canada.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Look for used ones on the secondary market you can save thousands

[@seppak2112]

Some points valid. But complaining you don’t play those machines and you play pinball has nothin to do with 1up the company

[@CombatandCollecting]

I’d rather spend my money on a machine that will be heavily used by myself, family, and friends instead of decorative pieces… especially at the new absurd prices. Thanks for watching.

[@Lennyg845]

Their sweet spot was $299

[@CombatandCollecting]

$399 with all the bells and whistles was my sweet spot.

[@SoulforSale]

The Legacy cabs were $299- LAST MONTH

[@CombatandCollecting]

Not gonna lie, might do a last hurrah and pick up a legacy cab or two.

[@stillMeNZa]

I agree with Smash T.V and Narc

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thanks for watching

[@thevincentgonzalesplan]

This is basically the same issue that modern day consoles (Playstation/Xbox/Nintendo "whatevers") have - and have had - for many years now, which is releasing product way too early simply because there is high demand. That means they are released with the knowledge (within the corps.) that the product is really NOT ready. I always tell fam and friends when the newest video game console is getting hyped for release to WAIT until they fix all the bugs that come with a rushed release. In some ways, it is the Consumers' fault for upping the demand, the "I NEED THIS NOW" chant. It forces the brands to put Something out in order to appease the thirst. The Rule: BE Patient. Whatever you wanted NOW, will probably be out later at a better price, with better options and with less bugs.

[@CombatandCollecting]

💯

[@blessedchild3142]

SO AGREE WITH YOU.!!!!

[@CombatandCollecting]

💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@Pagaugezero]

Perfectly Put. Could not have said it better myself

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thanks for watching!

[@sethlacy5029]

I agree the prices are stupid high now and I think you are right, they are feeling the pinch so they are jacking up the prices.

[@CombatandCollecting]

I moved on, I enjoy my arcade much more without them and so do my friends and family.

[@ThomasGrillo]

Glad you're able to afford real pinball tables. I know how much those cost, but you ARE investing in service, not just a machine. It's sad to see Arcade1up going down hill, like this. I've noticed the older machines are holding up much better than the newer ones. I've had to throttle back on my A1up collecting, because of the prices, and the fails I'm seeing from the other collectors, and users. It's just gotten way too expensive. I'm waiting on two more units, and then I'm done. If anything else comes into the home arcade, it's going to be a full sized multicade upright, and a full sized digital pinball. I'm on disability, so actual pinball is just a fantacy, that will never be realized, because I wasted all my money on Arcade1up's half inch particle board toys. Oh, here's another reason you shouldn't be interested: For that god awful price hike, you're getting the old NP monitors, now. The ones that have almost no contrast, are grayed out, and washed out. NOT the nice BOE monitors any more. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Yeah, I hope they move towards creating products that are worth the new asking prices. For now it’s buyer beware.

[@ThomasGrillo]

@@CombatandCollecting Indeed. Perhaps the "Pro-line", or XL series will prove to be worth the investment.

[@viciousvictortee1298]

Im will to bet they are looking at the price of wood... Perfect! Will use more Plastic! Looks at the price of oil per barrel. Perfect! 800 Bucks!

[@jasenwm]

I have original arcade machines and a bunch of arcade1ups. Original machines usually need maintenance, are huge, take up alot of space, only have one game and cost 1,000 or more minimum. I do agree the prices for arcade1up shouldn't be more then $600 imo. But they're smaller, take up less space, less expensive then a real machine, have more then one game generally and are less expensive. So you really can't compare.

[@CombatandCollecting]

You can, man shi* vs kid shi* but you are right the smaller size and multiple games do give it some advantages, but if you follow my rhyme and reason my feelings on Arcade1up is based on price hikes, crappy customer service, and now would include the recycling of previously released games.

[@Lonchanney1]

Well done mate I concur.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@TampaTec]

I bought 1up arcade I gave it away but Those pinball machines 😍 Jurassic park, avengers infinity are awesome 👍

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thanks, and thank you for watching! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@latinfantom]

I have premium versions of both of those pins and they are great. Be careful.... They multiply lol.

[@cMARVEL360]

So..... Uhhhh .... When are going to be talking about the maintenance aspect..... And how often..... 🤣

[@TampaTec]

@@cMARVEL360 I have a pinball machine The getaway from 1991 over 30 years ago and still works like new little maintenance. Williams Pinball machines and Stern pins been around for decades because they are built to last. 1up is built like toys and end up in the trash sadly.

[@cMARVEL360]

@@TampaTec Sorry dude it is what it is. Anyone who does Research would know maintenance is KEY To keeping your Pinball machine running. You Purposely misunderstood what I was getting at for a Belittlement which is understandable. I have had my MVCA1UP the longest since Launch of 2020.... I have IL Sticks and Happ buttons and do my own wiring. I know A1up is labeled as a Toy, and is built in an economical way for the company but I also know through experience that every individual is different with how they take care of their things. Your reality is that what you love is cool and locked in time. Awesome stuff. Many people like myself prefer these Online Enabled Cabs, especially the many first time buyers who bit in to the company with online machines and prefer to either upgrade to an Online Version or jump ship to another platform that gives them Arcade Gaming and Online. So you can keep your Multi Thousand dollar machine, and make sure you are waxing your balls, and your field, not to mention fix the parts that are slammed by the ball consistently... Also, don't forgot to swap your balls after every what? 1000 plays? 100 play? You can tell I know a bit about maintence... Should I go and refresh my knowledge to make your point all the more stupid and obviously Half a Truth...?

[@philipdefibaugh5683]

Great observation, enjoyed the video. I love their Countercades (I thouroughly enjoy and play them all the time) but their Centipede Partycade came with an unusable trackball, a waste of nearly 300 bucks. Arcade 1Up's version of Space Invaders is a JOKE. Here's a question how can a tiny My Arcade toy Space Invaders has the Pepper's Ghost effect as done in the arcade version as well as a lighted marquee be done on a tiny unit while both versions of the Arcade 1Up's Space Invaders doesn't have this feature? Both the Countercade and 4 ft cab looks flat. My Arcades version cost 40 some buck while the Arcade 1Up versions are hundreds. I find myself playing these small My Arcade games more than I do the Countercades. I do agree Arcade 1Ups are power wheels.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Once you get something of quality you realize it. I understand not having the space for a full sized unit, but there has to be a value to what I’m buying.

[@realdealwill]

where did you get the pinball machines

[@CombatandCollecting]

Flip n out pinball is a great place to pick some up.

[@dragongamer2670]

I use to own Pinball machines sadly they break. Good Luck repairing them for less money when the CRT or pinball parts break. Sometimes it can cost up to $200 per part or more. I own machines so don't tell me I am wrong. Sorry kinda why I collect Arcade1up's now. Also yeah most good Pinball machines will cost up to easily 3K - 8K - 12K my dude.

[@CombatandCollecting]

It’s a problem I’m happy to have. There is nothing exclusive or special about Arcade1up ownership, and they get stale quickly. I play my pinball machines non-stop and the collection will be growing.

[@dragongamer2670]

@@CombatandCollecting Well if you play them non stop they will break far easily. Also are you seriously telling me my favorite video games "Will get Stale" LOL that would be like me telling you "The Pinball machine games you love will get Stale." It is all about the games dude. No one cares for Fan Boys. This Ain't it! Also no I am not really a Fan Boy of Arcade1up. But I find it easier to deal with not having to lift 300-600 Lb systems around the house. If you can get 20+ real machines in the home more power to you. Wish you Good Luck!

[@jasenwm]

@@CombatandCollecting also pins will always increase in value over time.

[@mylastright]

They got you good

[@CombatandCollecting]

Real Good!

[@byanyothername-1]

I agree with you but why do you have so many of them then?

[@CombatandCollecting]

Only have one now…

[@michaelklotz6846]

Logic... $100 direct material $10 game imports Lets charge $700. Guess most people haven’t heard of suncoast arcade too bad. Arcade1up can’t wrap their mind around 3,000 games on 1 machine.

[@marcusnance7210]

I'm with you!! They lost they Dam minds!! I'm at 19 cabs purchased about 30 total thinking 🤔 what ah waste!!

[@CombatandCollecting]

If you got them at a decent price I don’t think it’s a waste but at $700-$800… it’s a joke.

[@mdchann]

Great video and I understand your frustrations. The machines do have a problem with being rocked around, this is especially noticeable when playing fighting games. It's a nightmare when a buddy is playing too rough with the joysticks. I like the cabinets that I have though. Honestly, it's the closest to having a legit game room, and I don't mind them because their size is convenient for me. I do hate how arcade1up is constantly recycling the game list they already released. They had a specific Marvel Super Heroes cabinet with Sanwa joystick/buttons (which I own) and they haven't returned with high quality buttons/joysticks since, but then they have the nerve to re-add Marvel Super Heroes (instead of a different game) to the Marvel Vs Capcom cabinet with crappier buttons. SIGH! Plus, the Legacy cabinets have uncomfortable control panels that you have rest your hands on.... And I agree that they didn't do themselves favors with raising the prices. other than that, I don't personally know anybody else who owns these, so that feels kind of cool... lol The only thing Arcade1up haven't cashed out on are the gun games like House of the Dead, Virtua Cop, Lethal Enforcers, etc.. Big Buck received a lot of complaints about the cheap, low-quality guns, so I doubt they will step into gun games territory again lol

[@CombatandCollecting]

I do like the size however, I wish someone would try a 4/5 scale. 3/4 is a bit too small. I use to own a Wrestlefest 4-Player and they do take up a lot of room for only having one game. At the end of the day it just comes down to value. At $700-$800 it's just not there for this gamer.

[@mdchann]

@@CombatandCollecting Have you checked out the Neo Geo MVSX? The company making them, Unico, is going to start making them with better buttons and joysticks, plus a bigger stand. Also, it will be made in a way you can add games to it, or at least that's what I'm hearing.... Plus, the price will remain the same. Arcade1up needs to start doing this too! They need to stop playing games... (that's our part lol)

[@williss1192]

@@mdchann Man I did research on what you said and wow. More games and cheaper prices! I’m impressed. If only it was a big cabinet but if you can get over the size it’s still something pretty awesome. Looks like it’ll be cramped when playing 2players? Not sure

[@cpace123]

I still like them for what I paid $50 - $399. But that's it. I like my tempest, but I agree the graphics is washed out. Lucky I have my own large format printer to replace it will a higher quality sticker. And I do wish I would have gotten the SW

[@CombatandCollecting]

I agree with you $400-$600 is reasonable according to the product offering. I think Arcade1UP is setting themselves up for failure, with higher prices comes higher expectations.

[@magneto25]

I’d pay a $1000 for pro size Star Wars trilogy

[@killaken2000]

3:00 I don't have any arcade1up cabs but you bring up an excellent point. IMHO the idea of these is to recreate the arcade experience from childhood now that people who grew up with those are a little older and have more disposable income than when they were 10 years old. And while there were a bunch of games that I played in the arcades there were only a select few that I remember or ever wanted to own. So all told I probably have fond memories of maybe 20 games at the very maximum. And as price continues to increase my list of games that I'm willing to buy gets shorter. Let's be real, we know that the A1U aren't the same as original arcade machines but for $400 people are willing to make compromises but at 800+ maybe some people just decide to build a mame cab instead. Depending on how many A1Us some people have already bought they might have been able to build a pretty nice mame cab if they had gone that route first.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Exactly, I was willing to overlook some things at $400 but as these cabs approach 1K its just not a great value especially since they eventually becomes man cave decorations.

[@markb3113]

This is so funny - You are so right!:-)

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thanks for watching.

[@EQOAnostalgia]

Very insightful. I got a Xtensions Jr cab from Recroom Masters before they closed up shop, i got it back in the spring, i'm glad i did that and decided to go the extra mile because man... those things are JUNK lol. My main issue was the controls. How are they going to make these with trash controls for years? I kinda blame the modding community for keeping this company afloat WAAAAY longer than it should have been. I'm sure they'll be out of biz within a year or two at this rate. UNLESS they change their pricing or offer quality equipment. Too small, too cheap, too expensive. Kids toys.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Hopefully they start listening

[@TheBigb1973]

All it takes is 1 year for everyone to STOP buying these. Supply and demand will cripple them. It's our fault the prices are up, we mod, the shit out of them and post the results online. Your 100% right about parts wtf lol if it dies we are screwed lol

[@CombatandCollecting]

I hope they improve their game. Or, someone else steps up to replace them. Thanks for watching.

[@Sky.Lukewalker]

looks like too late. They already took you to the cleaners, buddy!

[@CombatandCollecting]

You got that right! Lol I have gotten some good prices on the secondary market though. Just got to be patient.

[@BrannanClark3027]

Your spot on bro I made up my mind up X-men and killer instinct are my last 2

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thank you brother!

[@fafafriendly]

Spot on.👍🏼 Prices are ridiculous.

[@CombatandCollecting]

💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@scottmcminn851]

I got like 15 now I'm down to 4 ... 800 way too damn much

[@CombatandCollecting]

💯

[@IceDragonKustoms]

I've been looking to mod my only one, the Midway Legacy but unfortunally, most of the modders charge a lot to ship to Puerto Rico. I think I might end up doing it myself, although I'm not a techie man.

[@monsterface71]

Forget those modders man. It's easy to do. Check out ETA Prime channel.

[@type2red]

Thanks for posting this video i have been considering buying my very first arcade1up but i’m on the fence about spending 400 plus for it. Those pinball machines look incredible i hope to own at least one high quality unit some day.

[@CombatandCollecting]

They are a ton of fun, thanks for watching.

[@drewnaventure]

Very true

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thanks for watching!

[@chrisattiliis3705]

What are the brand of those pinball machines??

[@CombatandCollecting]

Stern Pinball

[@Honmura17]

Good rant! I'm with you,arcade 1up is basically washed!

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching!

[@CombatandCollecting]

Yeah… they need to call an audible quick! Thanks for watching!

[@arcadewill7011]

Great video, thanks. Love your Pinballs wow! Good balanced mix of gaming. Nice Arcade also.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thanks for watching!

[@krikon575]

Totally agree on the price point but lets face it, all arcades are toys whether its a1up or full size

[@CombatandCollecting]

The difference between men and boys are the price of their toys lol

[@scottsoltani3203]

I bought X-men 4player cab it’s on sale at Walmart for 674.99. I love that game, would like to get a simpsons, and a Pac-Man, but I just don’t have room. You’re right the prices are too high, and they should make them sturdier, and offer parts quickly.

[@CombatandCollecting]

X-men is an awesome cab

[@philipnapier3382]

I got rid of my 1ups. They really are over priced for what they give u. My monitors kept going out and the controls and buttons are complete trash.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Word. Put your money into something better.

[@SuperHydroThunder]

I hear your frustrations, I really do. And I understand that for You, price isn't the issue. But You have to understand that it makes a BIG difference. Stern "affordable" home versions are literally 10x the price of an A1up; you should expect 10x (or say, at least 5x) the customer service and quality. You say it isn't about the money, but that's where you're wrong. It is absolutely about the money. there was a Lexus dealer an hour from my home town - they would drive to a co-worker's car while she worked, change her oil, and have the car ready for her when her workday was done. BECAUSE HER CAR WAS SO OVERPRICED SHE PRE-PAID FOR THAT SERVICE. They didn't do it out of great customer service or kindness, that isn't how businesses run. You pay $400 for a cab and want the same service level as on a $4500 machine, you're just not looking at it right. You've got nearly $10k worth of pinball machines sitting there, next to what, a couple thou worth of A1ups? And just to be clear, I'm not saying it's ok for A1ups to be built poorly or to fall apart - the company's going to eat it big time if they start making complete junk, even at $400, much less at $700. But getting that mad about a part for a plastic or cardboard sign that goes on top of your NBA cab...that's weak sauce man, and you know it.

[@CombatandCollecting]

It is weak sauce, and I could easily look past it at $500, but as prices increase. My level of expectations will only multiply. In the end Arcade1up can keep their Particle board and components that have more value in their shipping costs than it’s actual production value. I’ll put my money in other offerings.

[@andrewcrockett3044]

You can build a cabinet customized for $1400 or so with 50000 games

[@CombatandCollecting]

Yep!

[@willrussell01]

Are you sure some of the higher prices aren’t from scalpers? Some of them like Star Wars are out of stock everywhere

[@CombatandCollecting]

Nope!

[@Undar8ed03]

I'm glad I didn't fall for the hype. Picked up a non-working Artic Thunder cab for $100. Swapped in a spare pc psu and boom, working ever since. Hard to justify what they ask for some of those "cabs".

[@CombatandCollecting]

Yeah even at $400 they might be a little overpriced.

[@chrismeservey]

They are super pricey now. I had 6 but I really didn’t have the space so I sold them and got most of my money back. I bought 5 of the countercades and I absolutely love them. No assembly. Don’t take up a lot of space. Great screens. Kohls had a sale and I had Kohls cash as well. It was like $100 a game. That’s a price I don’t feel too guilty paying.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Thanks for watching! Just comes down to value, hopefully they will increase the value in their offerings.

[@zweihander7465]

It's called inflation.

[@CombatandCollecting]

Someone did a Google search Y'all!

[@vporta3151]

I just bought the tmnt turtles in time cabinet. It was 650. I didn’t mind paying that, because it’s the only one I truly wanted. It’s perfect with the light up deck and marquee. My kids and I enjoy it. I don’t understand collecting so many. I feel after a year I would just say “what a waste of money” and wish I didn’t spend 300 plus on 5 plus arcade1up. I think a lot of those arcades you’ll play for a hand full of times and just let it collect dust. My kids are at an age where they constantly want to play it because it’s new and I play it for it’s nostalgic and something my friends and I can relate to.

[@danleary123]

Got the same cab had the same thoughts so modded it with extra buttons and a rasbery pi with over 6000 games and now I use it so much.. Even just having every metal slug game is enough on its own 😂

[@CombatandCollecting]

Nice, glad you are enjoying yours.