This X-Men arcade machine has me hyped for the cartoon’s revival
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I’m already a sucker for old Saturday Morning cartoons, but a new X-Men arcade machine is on the way that has me ridiculously excited for the revival. Better still, the retro cabinet also has one of my favoriteSegaSaturn fighters built in, alongside a few other classics that pay a perfect homage to the comic book caper.
X-Men Arcade1up machine |$499 at AmazonFeaturing eight built-in games, authentic arcade controls, and modern features like multiplayer support, this homage to coin-ops pays tribute to both the ’90s TV show and the a legacy of fighting games.
Buy it if:✅ You want an authentic arcade experience✅ You love fighting games✅ You’re an X-Men fan
Don’t buy it if:❌You’ve not got room at home❌ You’d rather use an original console
For starters, the X-Men ‘97 Arcade1Up cabinet pairs its light up marquee and two-player joystick setup with a 17-inch BOE display, and while it retains that 4:3 aspect ratio from back in the day, it should hold up against moderngaming monitors. Unlike most original machines, it also has eight different X-Men fighting games built in. Here’s the complete list:
X-Men ‘97 Arcade1Up machine games:
I’m personally pretty hyped for X-Men vs Street Fighter, as it’s the reason I still have my Sega Saturn waiting in the wings for whenever I need to see Cyclops get a talking to from Cammy. However, having played all the fighters on this list, I can confirm that they all slap, and thanks to online multiplayer features, you can duel other players with the cabinet and climb your way up a leader board. Or, in my case, reveal just how much you suck at old 2D fighters.
Arcade1up says the X-Men ‘97 machine will be available April 25, meaning it should line up with the new show’s Disney+ release. As mentioned above, the setup is going to set you back $499, which is a pretty penny to pay for a nostalgia burst, but one that I’d argue is worth it if you’d rather have an arcade cabinet in your home where something adult and boring like a fireplace should be.
That said, if you’re not really into yellow spandex and ‘90s cartoon shenanigans, you could always grab one of the company’s other cabinets. I’ve included a few favorites that are currently available below, just in case you’re eager to get one in your game room ASAP.
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