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REPRODUCE THE ARMAGE GAMING EXPERIENCE WITH AN ARCADE PLATFORM FOR EMULATED RETRO GAMES

I f you are a fan of retro games, you probably appreciate the unique gaming experience that only arcade games from the 80s and 90s can offer. But what to do if you don't have the opportunity to go to an arcade or buy an original cabinet?

Arcade dashboard with LED trackball

Arcade dashboard with LED trackball

The answer is simple: use an arcade controller or control panel for your emulated retro games!

An arcade controller is a device designed to emulate the arcade gaming experience, with large colored buttons (concave or convex) and a sturdy joystick suitable for heavy loads. A control panel, on the other hand, is a control panel complete with joystick and buttons also known as a " dashboard ", a more solid structure that can support 2 to 4 players and can be placed on a desk, on a table or installed on a pedestal or on special cabinets for a more authentic gaming experience.

But why should you use an arcade board instead of a modern controller for your emulated retro games? First, these devices allow you to faithfully reproduce the original gaming experience. With a customizable button and joystick layout, you can create the perfect gaming experience for any retro title you want to play.

Using a control panel can make the game even more engaging. Modern emulators allow players to use saves and other features that make gameplay easier, and with the help of a board you can replicate the original experience of the game, increasing immersion.

microswitch

microswitch

In particular, i microswitch present in the buttons of arcade joysticks and control panels, they guarantee unparalleled precision and responsiveness compared to modern controllers. These microswitches are designed to detect even the slightest movements and offer instant response, meaning every move you make will be precise and accurate. This makes the gaming experience even more engaging and satisfying, as every victory will be the result of your skill and precision. Furthermore, the presence of 8-way arcade joystick Equipped with more precise and sensitive microswitches, they provide quick response and greater precision in movements in eight directions. This is especially important in fighting games ( Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Tekken ), where precision in movement and speed of response are essential to win. Additionally, 8-way arcade joysticks can be equipped with a restriction mechanism that limits joystick movement to only the four main directions, making them similar to 4-way arcade joysticks. This means that an 8-way arcade joystick is versatile and can also be used for classic four-way games , ( Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Frogger, Galaga ) but also offers the flexibility to play more modern and complex games.

But perhaps the best reason to use a board is that it offers a more authentic and immersive gaming experience and you will feel like you are truly in an arcade from the 80s or 90s. The gaming experience will be more immersive and engaging, and you will be able to enjoy your favorite retro games to the fullest.

Arcade dashboard with LED trackball. Raspberry pi4 hardware

So, if you are a fan of retro games, a control panel or “dashboard” can offer you an authentic and immersive gaming experience like no other modern device. Take a look at the various models available in our store and choose the right one for you like ours Limited Edition . Our planks are also equipped with LED trackball, The trackball is an input device that has a wide range of applications in arcade games. Unlike a joystick, the trackball uses a rotating ball that can be rotated in any direction to control the character's movement.

This can offer several benefits. First, the trackball is more precise than a joystick for games that require precise and rapid movements, such as shooter or the driving simulations . Additionally, the trackball can be used to control scroll or zoom functions in games such as strategy games or simulation games . There are mythological arcade titles that natively exploit the track among which it is necessary to mention Centipede, Marble Madness, Missile Command, Golden Tee Golf, Crystal Castle and many other games for Amiga or the click-and-point graphic adventures by Lucasarts (Loom, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, Full Throttle, Grim Fandango, Maniac Mansion, Day of the Tentacle, Sam & Max Hit the Road, Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders, The Secret of Monkey Island) .

All you have to do is immerse yourself in the unique experience of the arcades of the vintage years with the best Retrogamestation products!

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