• Arcade Revival Ultimate Arcade Kit with everything in the Complete Kit plus full cabinet wrap kit, matching marquee, premium 3M vinyl and full-size printed side panel template.
  • Arcade Revival Emulator Starter Kit for BYO PC, Raspberry Pi or Mini PC, load your own games, two-player support and custom colour options
  • Build your own full-size arcade machine at home with the Arcade Revival DIY starter kit, showing cabinet dimensions and recommended 24-inch monitor setup
  • Arcade Revival cabinet surrounded by popular emulator options including MAME, Pandora Saga DX2, RetroPie, Batocera, Raspberry Pi, and LaunchBox. Text below reads: Install emulators for the most authentic arcade experience — from beginner plug-and-play to full custom setups.
  • Essential emulator arcade starter kit showing included components for a DIY arcade machine build including joystick controls, wiring, cooling fans and build guide
  • Emulator arcade starter kit components including USB encoders, joystick controls, buttons, wiring, cooling fans, T-moulding and step-by-step DIY arcade machine build guide
  • Complete emulator arcade build kit with premium upgrades including LED marquee, speakers, C14 power switch, coin mechanism and cabinet lock for a DIY arcade machine
  • DIY arcade machine build process showing plan, build, and customise stages from cabinet panels to a finished arcade machine using the Arcade Revival guide.
  • Three DIY arcade machines built by customers using the Arcade Revival build guide, showcasing different retro arcade cabinet designs.
  • Showcase of a custom DIY arcade cabinet built and fully wrapped using the Arcade Revival guide, featuring a fully finished retro arcade machine from multiple angles.
  • Infographic showing features of the Arcade Revival DIY arcade machine build guide including step-by-step plans, cutting measurements, parts list, templates, customisation options and instant access.
  • Person using a router to cut MDF arcade cabinet side panel during arcade machine build, part of the Arcade Revival DIY guide.
  • Step-by-step installation of red T-moulding onto a black arcade cabinet side panel, showcasing precision trimming and final fitted edge.
  • Close-up of Arcade Revival control panel featuring vibrant character artwork, joysticks, buttons, red T-moulding, and twin cooling fans installed inside arcade cabinet.
  • Arcade kit power supply with AU, EU and US plugs included, automatically matched to customer’s shipping country
  • Once your cabinet is built, a full wrap is the finishing touch that brings it to life.
  • Finished panels black arcade machine cabinet with red T-moulding, shown from front and back views, built using Arcade Revival plans.
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Arcade Revival Custom Emulator Starter Kit - Load Your Own Games

Arcade Revival Custom Emulator Starter Kit - Load Your Own Games

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Bring Your Build to Life — Your Way

Power up your arcade build with parts designed for total control and customisation.

Use your own PC, laptop, or Raspberry Pi to install the software and load your own games.

Whether you're setting up MAME, Batocera, LaunchBox, or another emulator, (Details and how-to install these are available in the Step-by-Step guide) this Starter Kit gi ves you the flexibility to create an authentic arcade experience from the software up.
No preset menus — just pure DIY freedom.

Infographic showing how to wire a custom emulator starter kit for an arcade cabinet, connecting a PC, laptop, or Raspberry Pi to a monitor, USB encoder, joysticks, buttons, and speakers for a fully customizable gaming experience.

🕹️ DIY Arcade Freedom In A Box

Skip the presets. Our Starter Kit delivers everything you need to build and customise your arcade — your games, your way.
Unbox, wire, load, and relive the classics — no limits.

DIY emulator arcade machine starter kit with USB encoders, buttons, joysticks, wiring, cooling fans, T-moulding and build guide
TAP FOR Full Kit Details (ESSENTIAL KIT)
  • 2 x Arcade Joysticks (you choose colours and style post purchase)
  • 16 x Arcade Push Buttons (6 Player 1, 6 Player 2 & 4 Main — 2 players - choose type/ colours post purchase)
  • 16 x Micro switches - (connects your buttons to the wiring harness)
  • 20 X Button Wiring Harnesses - (connect buttons to the encoder unit)
  • 2 x USB Encoders – (link your joysticks and buttons to your Pi or PC)
  • 2 x USB Cables – (clean, reliable connection to your emulator)
  • Twin Thermo Fan Kit (keep your cabinet cool)
  • 200W Arcade Amplifier (with AU plug + RCA cables)
  • 50cm VGA Cable (for clean monitor connection)
  • 10M of Premium 19mm T-Moulding (choose your colour post purchase)
  • T Moulding Router Bit - (cuts the perfect size slot to match our T-Moulding)
  • Bonus: Free pack of cable hooks for clean wire management

Arcade kit power supply with AU, EU and US plugs included, automatically matched to customer’s shipping country

Every Kit includes our official Arcade Revival Starter Kit Instruction Booklet

Arcade Revival Starter Kit Instruction Booklet shown on tablet screen with blue retro background, highlighting free bonus included with the Build Guide Emulator Starter Kit download.

🎥 This is the machine you’ll build with the parts in your kit

Watch the tour of this completed machine and see exactly what you'll create with our Arcade Revival Guide & Starter Kits.


Real Builds From Our Customers

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🕹️Load Your Own Games

Take full control of your arcade experience by loading your own legally acquired game files. From classic arcade titles to retro consoles, this kit gives you the flexibility to customise your library for the most authentic, nostalgia-packed build possible.

Supports a wide range of arcade and console game formats — perfect for creating a personalised game lineup.

Need help installing?
We’ll show you exactly how to set everything up — including how to install the emulator, configure your buttons, and load your own games onto your system.

Infographic showing Arcade Revival Starter Kit connected to a PC, laptop, or Raspberry Pi, then to an arcade machine
Connect your way — Build your arcade with a PC, laptop, or Raspberry Pi. Total flexibility, zero limits.

Build. Customise. Relive.

This kit is for the tinkerers, the modders, and the dreamers who want full control over their arcade's software. Combine it with your Arcade Revival Step-by-Step Guide, and you’ve got everything you need to bring the magic back, exactly how you remember it.

Whether it’s for your game room, your kids, or just your inner child, this kit helps you build your own retro revival, one button at a time.

Infographic showing Arcade Revival Starter Kit connected to a PC, laptop, or Raspberry Pi, then to an arcade machine

Your Build, Your Way — What's the Difference?

Comparison chart showing the differences between the pre-loaded Pandora DX2 starter kit and the custom emulator starter kit, highlighting features like plug-and-play setup, 9800 preloaded games, DIY customization, game library flexibility, and hardware requirements.
Not sure which setup is right for you? Compare the plug-and-play convenience of our Pre-loaded games kit with the full flexibility of the Custom Emulator kit — and find your perfect arcade build.

How Long Does Shipping Take?

Items are dispatched within 24hrs through Australia Post and take 2-10 days or 1-4 days using our express option.

Overseas orders take roughly 5 - 20 days depending on your location.

(Any Pre-Order purchases take approximately 2 - 3 weeks)

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Choose Your Arcade Experience

Compare our Starter Kit options side by side.

OPTION 1

Essential Build Kit

$359

Everything you need to get started to build and play.

Essential Build Kit

MAKE IT YOURS 🕹️

After purchase, choose your button style & colours, T-moulding & more via our Preferences Form.

BEST FOR

Core components for builders who want to finish the rest themselves.

✓ Digital Build Guide
✓ Build System: Pre-loaded or Emulator
✓ Buttons & Joysticks
✓ Wiring & Harnesses
✓ T-Moulding + Router Bit
✓ Cooling Fans + Amplifier kit
✓ RCA Leads + VGA & All A/C Adapters
✓ Wiring Diagrams & Starter Kit Booklet
✓ Video Tutorials + Build Support
YOU'LL PROVIDE

MDF, 24-inch monitor, basic tools and a cabinet finish.

TYPICAL TOTAL BUILD COST $700–$900
Choose Essential
MOST POPULAR

OPTION 2

Complete Arcade Kit

$459

The full hardware package for an easier, more complete build.

Complete Arcade Kit

MAKE IT YOURS 🕹️

After purchase, choose your button style & colours, T-moulding and marquee via our Preferences Form.

BEST FOR

All the hardware you need in one convenient package.

✓ EVERYTHING IN ESSENTIAL, PLUS:
✓ Marquee LED Light Bar
✓ Full Range Speakers & Trims
✓ Coin Acceptor Kit
✓ Power Switch + Cable + Lock & Key
✓ Your Choice Of Backlit Marquee!
YOU'LL PROVIDE

MDF, 24-inch monitor, basic tools and a cabinet finish.

SAVE $221! $720 COMBINED VALUE
TYPICAL TOTAL BUILD COST $800–$1,000
Choose Complete
BEST VALUE

OPTION 3

Ultimate Arcade Kit

$759

The complete build package, including a full cabinet wrap + matching marquee.

Ultimate Arcade Kit

MAKE IT YOURS 🕹️

After purchase, choose your buttons, T-moulding and full wrap design via our Preferences Form.

BEST FOR

From raw MDF to a fully finished & wrapped arcade machine.

✓ EVERYTHING IN COMPLETE, PLUS:
✓ Full Cabinet Wrap Kit
✓ Wrap includes side artwork, control panel, bezel, kick panel, front strip and matching marquee
✓ Professionally Printed Premium 3M vinyl ready to apply + instructions
✓ Full-Size Printed Side Panel Template
YOU'LL PROVIDE

MDF, 24-inch monitor and basic tools.

OVER $1,000 VALUE! $1,035 COMBINED VALUE • SAVE $236
TYPICAL TOTAL BUILD COST $1,100–$1,350
Choose Ultimate
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