This pimped-out fightstick by Christopher Jones is freaking gorgeous.
From the artist:
Some simple photo manipulation led to this beauty, bought a pink joystick from a friend, needed some new art. I immediately thought of the cherry blossoms in my favorite game Okami. Put a few pictures together, blended the colors, the spirit of Queen Himiko floating in the background and there you have it.
I want twelve!
What will likely be Cave’s final release for Xbox 360 will launch on May 30 according to the famous shoot ‘em up developer. The arcade version of the bullet hell game was released last year. This is presumably the final game in the DoDonPachi series, which started with DonPachi back in 1995, and is the followup to the very awesome DoDonPachi: DaiFukKatsu. The Japanese version will likely be region-locked, but Rising Star Games have been localizing recent Cave shooters like DaiFukKatsu and Akai Katana.
Check it: More Cave posts from Albotas
Buy: Dodonpachi Resurrection: Deluxe Edition (Region Free)
Instructables user hoogen tricked out his Ikea Ramvik coffee into a super sweet arcade machine using a 60-in-1 iCade Classic Multigame JAMMA board. If Don Draper had an arcade coffee table, this would be it.
Check out a video of the buttery smooth arcade stick drawer in action below.
Take a close look at the Sega Rally arcade cabinet pictured up top. Those aren’t the game’s graphics on the screen. It’s a live feed from a camera mounted onto an RC car that it controlled by the arcade. There’s even an option to switch between 1st and 3rd person views!
The cabinet is hooked up to an Arduino and I’m sure there’s all sorts of sciency stuff involved that I won’t ever understand, but it’s all pretty dang fresh.
The whole project was developed for the SAPO Codebits VI conference in Portugal.
Check out some footage of the Sega Rally Championship RC Cars Project below.
(Source: thearcademan.net)
Sega’s mech-based arcade game, Border Break, is getting an iOS version at some point according to Andriasang.com. You know when you know something probably sucks but you really want it anyway? That’s me and Border Break. I don’t know how Sega’s going to translate this game onto the iPad, but hopefully it works out. I’m not buying an iPad just for this, but I’ll definitely pick it up if I ever do get an iPad, just to fulfill my curiosity.
Note: The footage above is from the arcade version of Border Break, not the iOS version.
I always love bootleg-ass arcade machines, but this Dungeons & Dragons: Shadow Over Mystara cabinet complete with cardboard marquee spotted by motherloveduck is just amazing.
(Source: alltimebestfriend)
MvC Origins heads to PSN on September 25th for $14.99 and XBLA on September 26th for 1200 MSP.
This is a compilation consisting of two great fighting games from the 90’s: Marvel Super Heroes and Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes. Each game has the option to switch between original and updated HD graphics, smooth-as-butter online play using GGPO-netcode, replay saving, and challenge modes that unlock content like artwork, movies, and characters. An essential for any true fighting game fan.
Buy: Marvel VS Capcom: The Complete Works
Peep it: 25 Pieces Of Downright Fierce Street Fighter Graffiti
These promotional posters were designed by Michael Arney for the Rusty Quarters Retro Arcade & Museum located in Minneapolis, MN.
And for those of you who say arcades are dead, we urge you to read “The Surprising, Stealth Rebirth of the American Arcade” over on Ars Technica. That article combined with the opening of a new arcade at my local mall give me great hope for the future.
Call me old-fashioned, but other than the Vic Viper from Gradius, the ship from Galaga is probably the all-time coolest looking aircraft in the history of video games.
This 3D street art installation was spotted by Chilly SavageMelon. Not sure if it’s actually made of metal, but if so, I totally want one.
Check out the DAILY GRAFFITI ARCHIVES for more geektastic street art!
At first it’s just a regular ol’ sophisticated looking shelf that you’d see in a rich dude’s study in a James Bond flick while dudes smock cigars and swig Scotch. But at the simple press of a remote control button, BLAM! That business opens wide open to reveal not just any ordinary Wac-a-Mole machine, but one with moles customized to look like your friends, family, co-workers, or anyone you just wanna’ back with a giant foamy mallet to let off some steam.
Yours now for just $35,000 from Hammacher Schlemmer.
(via Gizmodo)
The North American version of Cave’s most recent 360 port will be available on May 16, courtesy of Rising Star Games and Aksys. Akai Katana is Cave’s only horizontal shooter other than Progear no Arashi. At $40, it’s a steal. But now I’ve got a dilemma. There’s no way I’m paying the $75+ for the original Japanese release. But on June 14, the “Cave the Best” budget version is being released for the same price. Do I pay $40 for an American version or do I pay $40 (plus shipping) for the Japanese budget version? Where’s my Magic 8 Ball?
Cave’s latest shooter hit arcades on Friday and if you’re wondering what it looks like, check out the above video. The big question for me is if this will get a 360 port. On one hand, I doubt it because there is usually a three-year gap between a Cave arcade release and a console port. So this may get ported to a next-gen console. On the other hand, Cave have heavily supported the 360. And if the 360 can handle Dai-Fukkatsu without a problem, it should be able to propertly represent Saidaiohjou.
![Lizard Lick Can Lick My Buttock(s)
I’ve ordered from arcade parts e-tailer (I hate that word), Lizard Lick Amusements, many times. It seemed like there was always an unreasonable waiting period between the time I ordered and the time I got my buttons, sticks, balltops, and what have you. But that excruciating wait was quickly forgotten once I snapped those buttons into my arcade stick.
This time, though, it’s been a little too long. I placed in order in January for two buttons. Just two buttons. And I still haven’t gotten my package. Nor have I gotten an email in response to my multiple requests for an update.
Turns out, a lot of people are in the same boat as me. Lizard Lick have seemingly been sitting with their LS-32s up their ass for months, yet keeping all the money they’ve charged for unfulfilled orders. I think that’s what cops and lawyers call “theft”. Their site currently has a message on their home page saying in part, “Lizard Lick is currently closed to new orders while we catch up!!”
I’ll be waiting for those two buttons, but in the meantime, I thought I’d share a few alternatives to Lizard Lick with our stick-wielding readers. Video Games New York has a decent selection and is currently giving free shipping to any Sanwa or Seimitsu order over $20. Focus Attack have a great selection and will be who I go with from now on.
Will Lizard Lick customers ever get their orders - or at least get their money back? Who knows. But at least we can actually find alternatives. Back in the day (ie: before Street Fighter IV showed up) it was a pain to find good providers of buttons and sticks. Now we’ve got sticks customized like never before. In fact, if you’ve got a cool custom arcade stick, send us some photos [email link is on the sidebar, no n00dz plz unless you’re a girl].](http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m1iys55lvp1qbg80vo1_1280.jpg)
I’ve ordered from arcade parts e-tailer (I hate that word), Lizard Lick Amusements, many times. It seemed like there was always an unreasonable waiting period between the time I ordered and the time I got my buttons, sticks, balltops, and what have you. But that excruciating wait was quickly forgotten once I snapped those buttons into my arcade stick.
This time, though, it’s been a little too long. I placed in order in January for two buttons. Just two buttons. And I still haven’t gotten my package. Nor have I gotten an email in response to my multiple requests for an update.
Turns out, a lot of people are in the same boat as me. Lizard Lick have seemingly been sitting with their LS-32s up their ass for months, yet keeping all the money they’ve charged for unfulfilled orders. I think that’s what cops and lawyers call “theft”. Their site currently has a message on their home page saying in part, “Lizard Lick is currently closed to new orders while we catch up!!”
I’ll be waiting for those two buttons, but in the meantime, I thought I’d share a few alternatives to Lizard Lick with our stick-wielding readers. Video Games New York has a decent selection and is currently giving free shipping to any Sanwa or Seimitsu order over $20. Focus Attack have a great selection and will be who I go with from now on.
Will Lizard Lick customers ever get their orders - or at least get their money back? Who knows. But at least we can actually find alternatives. Back in the day (ie: before Street Fighter IV showed up) it was a pain to find good providers of buttons and sticks. Now we’ve got sticks customized like never before. In fact, if you’ve got a cool custom arcade stick, send us some photos [email link is on the sidebar, no n00dz plz unless you’re a girl].
A Little Bit on the Neo-Geo Side: Up for grabs on eBay is an oh-so-close-to-complete collection of the 149-game Neo-Geo MVS library. The lot includes every game except for Mr. Do and comes with shockboxes (homemade MVS cartridge holders and art inserts) as well as mainboards and even some posters. You’ll have to bring your own cab though.
