Blast From the Past: Score Your Own Sonic the Hedgehog Mini Arcade Cabinet!
Sonic the Hedgehog has long been Sega’s iconic mascot, a true legend from their console manufacturing days (1983-2001). Sega itself was a pioneer in the arcade world, but surprisingly, the original Sonic game never received its own dedicated arcade cabinet – until now!
Sega is teaming up with My Arcade to release an adorable yet fully functional Sonic the Hedgehog Joystick Player mini cabinet. This tiny treasure comes pre-loaded with both the original Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic the Hedgehog 2, complete with playable controls. It’s compact enough to proudly display on any shelf or desk. This fantastic collectible is set to launch on November 1st, and you can pre-order yours for $60.
This mini-arcade marvel boasts a vibrant 3.5-inch full-color display, a responsive joystick, and three buttons, all wrapped in artwork inspired by the classic Sonic cabinet. Measuring just 4 inches wide and 6.8 inches tall, it’s the perfect size for retro gaming on the go or as a charming display piece. Power it up with four AA batteries or a USB-C connection, and enjoy the built-in speaker or plug in your headset via the 3.5mm audio jack for a more immersive experience.
Expand Your Retro Arcade Collection
If you’re looking to build a miniature arcade empire, My Arcade offers several other compact cabinets with similar vivid screens and physical dimensions:
- Galaga and Galaxian: $50 (originally $60)
- Galaga and Galaxian (Red Joystick): $46.20 (originally $60)
- Ms. Pac-Man: $50 (originally $60)
- Pac-Man: $50 (originally $60)
- Sonic The Hedgehog: $60 | Releases November 1
- Space Invaders: $50 (originally $60)
- Street Fighter 2: Champion Edition: $60
Beyond My Arcade: Explore Arcade1Up Machines
For those craving something a bit larger, Arcade1Up has fantastic options. The $168 Arcade1Up Class of ’81 Countercade features a 7-inch vertically oriented LCD screen, full-size arcade controls, and comes packed with classics like Ms. Pac-Man, Galaga, and Dig Dug. It runs on four AA batteries or a USB-C connection, making it ideal for desktop retro fun, beautifully adorned with period-accurate artwork.
Launching on November 12th is the $260 Evercade Alpha Taito Bartop Arcade. This miniature cabinet sports an 8-inch display and 10 preloaded games, with the added bonus of expanding its library through Evercade cartridge collections. As the third in the Evercade Alpha series (following Mega Man and Street Fighter editions), expect this one to fly off the shelves!
If you’re ready for a full-size experience without breaking the bank, Arcade1Up also offers budget-friendly standing arcade cabinets for $334 each. These machines are themed around beloved titles such as Mortal Kombat 2, Ms. Pac-Man, and Pac-Man. Each cabinet includes 13 preloaded games, a crisp 15.6-inch IPS display, dual stereo speakers, Wi-Fi support for leaderboards and multiplayer, and excellent controls. For a more adult-friendly height, you can grab a universal Arcade1Up Riser for $59. Assembly is required, but Arcade1Up’s clear instructions make it part of the fun!
Arcade1Up Machines
- Arcade1Up: Mortal Kombat 2 Special Edition Arcade Machine: $334
- Arcade1Up: Ms. Pac-Man Special Edition Arcade Machine: $334
- Arcade1Up: Pac-Man Special Edition Arcade Machine: $334
- Arcade1Up Riser: $59
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