James Wilson
The history of arcade cabinets is a fascinating journey through gaming technology. Early machines were simple wooden boxes with monochrome displays, evolving into the colorful, elaborate cabinets we know today. This post explores the major milestones in arcade cabinet design and how they shaped gaming culture.
From the minimalist design of Pong cabinets to the elaborate artwork of 90s fighting games, each era brought new innovations. Modern retro-inspired cabinets continue this tradition while incorporating contemporary technology, proving that great design never goes out of style.
Great overview! I remember when my local arcade got its first Donkey Kong cabinet – it felt like the future had arrived.
Would love to see a follow-up post about the engineering behind these cabinets. The way they had to optimize for limited hardware was incredible.