Apex Elite Custom Arcade Machine
Apex Elite Custom Arcade Machine
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The Bespoke Arcades Apex Elite arcade machine is quite simply the best of the best in terms of all the specifications available. It must be tried to be believed...
After 4 years in the making- Retro Cloud is on its 4th revision and only gets better. We playtest and listen to our clients' own viewpoints to develop a gaming system and in-built library which is comparable to no other. Our Play, Media and Elite versions of Retro Cloud have all the games you will ever need.
The Elite version clocks in at over 35,000 games spanning consoles, handhelds and the computers we all know and love. All the games lists are complete, tested and forever growing thanks to online updates and our tireless developers working to forever improve the experience. We're continually adding new features and welcome comments from our clients to fine-tune our software.
There's only so much we can add and the fun doesn't stop here! Simply add your next generation games via the front loading hard drive slot and our home grown system will sort the list out, add the artwork and you're ready to play in seconds. No know-how necessary! This works for Wii, PS2, PS3 and the awesome Tekno Parrot arcade emulator. This feature among others is rolling out Q1 2022!
Don't forget- thanks to the awesome easy access hard drive bay located at the front of all Media and Elite cabinets, feel free to add your own pre-made Hyperspin or Launchbox setup and have full control of your arcade machine's configuration. All arcade controls can be easily remapped via the easy-to-use-interface and the 4 usb ports allow you to add any gaming peripheral you wish- be it your favourite original joypad for authentic gaming. Or add a brand spanking new Xbox Series X joypad for a great global next generation solution for gaming beyond the confines of the arcade controls.
Thanks to the powerhouse PC running inside- your Elite arcade machine makes a perfect solution for playing Steam games therefore current games on the market are perfectly catered for. Feel free to connect an Elite system via the HDMI out to your 4K HDTV so you can comfortably play via your living room sofa and wireless pads.
Take a look below and see the entirety of a gaming era all available for you to play. Everything is accessible via the easy to use menu, there is no other arcade machine on the market that gives you that fuzzy feeling of having such an awesome library at your fingertips.
Arcade - 2500
Atomiswave - 26
Naomi - 136
Atari 2600 - 590
Atari 5200 - 100
Atari 7800 - 25
Atari Lynx - 80
Intellivision - 122
Vectrex - 44
NES - 1780
SNES - 2180
N64 - 482
GameCube - 1796
Game Boy - 1280
Game Boy Color - 960
Game Boy Advance - 1900
Master System - 390
Megadrive - 885
32X - 53
Mega CD - 507
Saturn - 2142
Dreamcast - 1269
Game Gear - 405
PC Engine - 345
PSP - 290
Neo Geo Pocket Color - 75
Playstation 1- 1380
3DO - 499
Amiga CD32 - 259
Commodore 64 - 4405
ZX Spectrum - 1855
Amstrad - 355
Atari ST - 1265
Amiga - 3160
Scumm-VM - 471
The following systems- just add the games via the front loading hard drive slot, our software will auto configure and you're ready to play! (This feature is launching Q1 2022)
Wii
Playstation 2
Playstation 3
Tekno Parrot
Total - 35,000+
Truly perfect design and great functionality...
A most graceful and elegant cabinet, the Apex is the most coveted arcade machine available. Meticulously redesigned from our original patented 2008 model, the Apex arcade machine attained the accolade as the sole victor of The Gadget Show's Focus group test, attaining 75% of all votes as well as winning T3 magazine's group test. With our dedicated first class delivery service, you will see the meticulous hand-crafted finish which goes into each machine as you unwrap your Bespoke Arcades cabinet.
Simply unwrap it and get gaming
A Bespoke Arcades Apex cabinet is provided with a wealth of arcade games. The list of games spans the golden age of arcade gaming and includes the titles which put the (then) new genre on the map. The most famous titles are there to put a smile on your face and is a perfect starting block for you to build your ideal retro gaming collection.
Why not start off with Eugene Jarvis' Robotron: 2084- this game was widely praised for its intense action and game play. You take the role of an un-named super human character, whose aim is to save the human race (as per usual). A fantastic game which utilises both joysticks in order to allow the player to move in 1 direction while shooting in another.
Why don't we jump back into the heady year of 1983 and drive an armed sports car on the freeways of Bally Midway's Spy Hunter. Shove people off the road, or perhaps you feel like some asteroid dodging? Asteroids and Asteroids Deluxe are supplied with your machines.
Or maybe you feel like playing Capcom's first hallmark game? Then take to the skies in your Super ace place and take down the fleet of an entire nation in 1942. Also included in the game's sequel 1943: The Battle of Midway, where the game mechanic changes somewhat with the arrival of an ever depleting fuel supply. It is still a classic title nonetheless.
Most people have one or two favourite games from their youth. However you can bet those games are included when you turn on the machine. All innovative titles for their time, such as the adventures that are told in Sega's Golden Axe. If you don't feel like slaying Death Adder and his minions, why not embark on a hack and slashing quest to slay a Dragon in Rastan. Classics titles come as standard on this arcade machine.
If you feel like some close quarter combat, then look no further than a Bespoke Arcades machine. All the classics are provided. From Street Fighter 1- the 1987 game which started it all, to the quintessential 1991 title Street Fighter 2 which brought about a boom in arcade releases attempting to build upon the foundations of this top-notch title. They are all here for you to duke it out to your heart's content.
There are times when you want to play the games with your friends above, and there are moments when you want to share your new purchase with the rest of your family- there are plenty of suitable, quality games.
It is said some parents relive their youth via their children, time for them to take a step back into your childhood via the video gaming classics you hold closest to your heart.
It comes with the best games to get you started
But you just don’t wish to admire the Apex from afar- You want to play on it. The Bespoke Arcades Apex Elite cabinet arrives with the best retro games to lift all players in the 1970s, 80s and 90s time-warp as you can see from the titles above.
All the major video game manufacturers' classics are here with thousands more available online via Windows compatible software. With Windows' easy to use graphical user interface running the Apex Elite, you can put the latest games on your arcade cabinet yourself, or alternatively, all titles can be preinstalled and configured via arcade accessories section prior to shipping. See what the benefits of gaming on an Elite system are further on down the page.
The Apex Elite cabinet, like all our other models, Bespoke Arcades goes above and beyond the call of duty to give you what you truly desire.
Any game from any era
All machines are compatible with all emulators available on the internet. With a few simple clicks you can build a formidable collection of your favourite games. No need to dig out your old console and try and tune in an rf signal. Now you can have a well ordered system and not visit cable-hell.
Loud and Proud
The Apex machine also doubles up as a multimedia jukebox. Simply add any format of music or video and enjoy.
You can also add a music streaming system of your choice. Sonos and Apple's Airplay devices are also compatible with Bespoke Arcades Media and Elite systems. Coupled with the great sound provided by the Elite's Bose speakers, you will be hard pushed to find a better and as versatile a multimedia center as an Apex Elite.
Literally all media you would choose to add can be selective via your joystick with out custom user interface. Our arcades are a joy to control. You can also add a music streaming system of your choice. Sonos and Apple's Airplay devices are also compatible with Bespoke Arcades Media and Elite systems.
More fun than a fairground
At Bespoke Arcades, we have a wealth of upgrades depending on what you are after. One of the most popular requests is a pair of these fine light guns. Modeled on Namco's G45, this versatile little number is compatible with virtually all games available and is a must have for all shooting fans.
The light gun, like all Bespoke Arcades peripherals can be fine-tuned to maximise the game playing experience and allow you to play particular titles of yesteryear with absolute authenticity.
If you're a fan of the hyper-sensitive spinner, then we can supply you with a genuine arcade spinner so now you can play Arkanoid as it was meant to be played!
Far beyond the simple one-game arcade machines...
The Apex features an open architecture allowing you to access all elements of the powerful system inside. All Bespoke Arcades Media and Elite arcade machines feature an easy access Blu-Ray Writer and Ultra-Fast USB 3.0 ports. This allows you to add and interface USB connected media. The entire powerhouse inside the Apex Elite is yours to access effortlessly via the discreet ports at the lower half of the front of the machine.
A full arcade media centre at your fingertips...
The Apex Elite is custom built to perform any combination of gaming you desire. But with the year's current hardware inside- you can do so much more. Play a Blu-Ray onto your HDTV, use it as a downloading station- you can treat the arcade machine as your primary computer should the need arise. Yo are also supplied with a Bluetooth palm sized keyboard and mouse- perfect for effortless navigation.
Clean up your older console pads...
Time to venture into the attic and dig out those old controllers. Bespoke Arcades are the only company which offers you compatibility with your favourite generation of controllers. Let us know and we can outfit your arcade machine with the 80's or 90's joypad ports of your choice.
Colours to suit all tastes..
When it comes to the exterior finish of your arcade machine- the only limitation is the lack of imagination. You can give us any colour code, send us any sample or veneer an we will have your Bespoke Arcades machine tailor-made to your exact specification, from scratch- using traditional woodworking methods and laser-guided CNC cutting.
Ultimate Audio Fidelity With Bose
There are no compromises when it comes to an Elite system and the Apex Elite is no different. All audio aspects are controlled by a Bose system directly integrated into your Bose arcade cabinet. Your arcade machine is a more capable sound system than most high-end Hi-Fi's.
More Horsepower than a Dragster
An Elite arcade machine has the muscle to run any game you throw at it. The gaming spec rig inside can run yesterday's classics and today's blockbusters with ease. Coupled with the graphics card below you can run Xbox One quality graphics.
Cutting Edge Graphics
We make sure all Elite arcade machines can play all games with all the settings turned to ultra( or 11 ;) and games are a joy to behold. All emulators you install will be at a smooth frame rate of 60fps and in the highest definition possible. The future is here with an Elite arcade machine.
HDMI In, HDMI Out, HDMI All About...
Why not play your PC games on your High Definition TV? An Elite arcade machine can effortlessly switch between an external screen by simply plugging the HDMI lead into the rear of the arcade machine and instant 1080p gratification!
Feel Like An FPS, Then Plug In a Pad
The last piece of the puzzle is how to play the latest pc games? Simply plug in an Xbox 360 pad and you are instantly ready to go. All current games work natively with this controller and it's as simple as using today's consoles.
Please note- all games are stored online via DMCA approved sites. As soon as you turn on your machine you can effortlessly enter your network's wifi details and a personal licence unique to your machine will automatically be activated.
To adhere to licensing laws any game you play will automatically be deleted once it starts up but you have a handy feature to batch download any systems you like to permanently store titles (once a disclaimer is ticked).
We have no affiliation with any companies mentioned unless otherwise stated. Any logos and trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
- Wide-View Angle 20" HD TFT Monitor
- Gaming System with Access to over 35,000 Retro Games
- 4 x External USB ports for MP3/Digital Camera/Device Access
- Speaker In/Out for Headphones/ Hi-Fi connection
- Easy Front Access Built-In Blu-Ray Writer
- Logitech Wireless Keyboard/Mouse
- Microsoft® Windows 10 Home Edition
- Wireless Internet Card for Downloading/Surfing/Streaming
- Beautiful Design with Black and Chrome Finish (or your choice of others)
- Reinforced Precision-Cut Glass Top
- Happ Black Buttons and Joystick as standard (or choice of other options)
- BA Arcade Illuminated Fan Cooling System
- BA Custom Game Selection Menu
- Excellent 2.1 Woofer Sound System with Adjustable Volume
- Unlimited First Rate Client Support
- Full 12 Months Parts/Labour Warranty (with 1st 3 Months on Site)
- Machine: Stand-Up, Upright, Multigame
- Number of Games: Access to over 35,000 arcade and retro classics
- Games Type: Mixed - Add your own Arcade Games, Console Games + Emulators
- Apex Cabinet Dimensions: Width - 56 cm/22 inches, Height - 165 cm/65 inches, Depth - 64 cm/25 inches, Weight - 80 kg/176 lbs
- Additional Features: Media Jukebox, Windows 10, Multimedia, External USB Ports, Blu-Ray RW Drive, HDMI out
All the Bespoke Arcades products come with a full 12 month warranty, with the first 3 months on site in the unlikely event that a problem develops. Thanks to this, you can rest assured that you will be enjoying your new arcade machine for many years to come.
Every Apex machine is backed by a 12 month back-to-base warranty with parts and labour included. All games are included as free with this system. Any coin mechanism provided is to be used at the customer's discretion.
Games Lists
Supplemental lists
Play Video
Media Video
Elite Video
This section allows you to compare the specifications between Play, Media and Elite PCs. Rest assured every series play the games they are meant to perfectly with no slowdown or lack of performance.
Play Series PC
- Pentium class Dual Core with onbard GPU
- 4 GB Ram
- 120 Gb SSD
Media Series PC
- i3 Quad Core CPU
- 8 GB DDR4 Ram
- 120 GB SSD
- 2 Tb Extra Hard Disk
- Dedicated nVidia GPU
- Front Loading Hot Swappable Hard Drive Caddy
Elite Series PC
- i7 Octa Core CPU
- 16 GB Ram
- 240 GB SSD
- 3 TB Extra Hard Disk
- Dedicated nVidia GTX GPU
- Front Loading Hot Swappable Hard Drive Caddy
- Bose Speakers
Cabinet Finish
All BA arcade machines come hand-finished in black satin as standard although the finish can be upgraded to almost any RAL/paint colour or wood veneer as you would prefer for an additional charge. Your machine can also be hand-finished in a number of specialist finishes such as a quad polish or chameleon finish that really adds a special custom touch.
Set/Custom Graphics
With all of our BA machines, you can also choose to have custom graphics on your cabinet with any finish as preferred. All BA machines can have a range of custom graphics options so you can get your machine exactly as you wish graphics-wise. For our uprights, you can have a custom marquee (top graphic) or for our tables an under-glass graphic, if you have a favourite game or would like a personal message. We can provide full custom side graphics if you have a custom design in mind as well as control panel and front graphics as you so choose.
Arcade Joysticks
For your joysticks, you can choose between our standard classic Suzo Happ bat-top sticks (best all-rounders) or our Sanwa ball-top sticks (best for fighting games). We also have an upgrade to servo sticks which are Sanwa sticks (with bat/ball top or both) but have a motor attached that allows you to change from 4-way to 8-way (or back) at the touch of a button combo. The servos are great if you want to play 4-way games without the risk of hitting the corners (you do get used to all the sticks after a while but some people prefer the choice as they can find it harder to avoid hitting corners and getting slowed down in games like Pac-Man) and are also great all round sticks on 8-way mode. These servos are probably the best sticks in our opinion but you should be happy with any of the 3 so it is up to you if you would like to upgrade. There is also now an option on our Apex/Evo cabinets to have illuminated ball-tops for the Servo sticks to go with the RGB buttons/trackball as shown below.
Arcade Buttons
For your buttons, we usually recommend our standard classic concave arcade buttons (in black, white, red, blue, green, yellow, orange, purple, light grey or others on request) as they feel the best and the same as we were used to playing on back in the day. Here is an image of a sample control panel with all colour options shown. We do sell basic illuminated arcade buttons (in red, white or blue with other colours available on request) as some people prefer them but as they are flat and a bit spongier, in our opinion they just don’t feel as good to play with as the standard buttons. We can source and install pretty much any buttons that you would like best for your cabinet so please don’t hesitate to ask if you have a particular preference. If wanting RGB illuminated, then we have the RGB arcade buttons which are the same shape as the standard arcade buttons but with RGB colour-changing potential. They work with the LED Blinky software that allows you to not only change each buttons colour individually (or together), but also to set each (or all) in each individual game amongst other things. They are quite expensive (as they require a lot of extra work) and are not for everyone so whilst we are happy to advise, it is up to you as to which buttons you would prefer to have on your cabinet.
Arcade Trackball
A trackball is great if you want to play some games (Missile Command, Centipede/Millipede, Golden Tee, Marble Madness, etc) in the way they were played originally. Here is a list of games that play with a trackball for your reference. For our Synergy X, Evo and Nu-Gen models you can have an integrated trackball and for our Apex or Synergy you can have a trackball controller which can be plugged in via the USB ports as well as used on any compatible device to play all the best trackball games. If going for the RGB arcade buttons then you can also have an RGB trackball which does look good as a package but again may not be to your taste!
Arcade Spinner
If you’re a fan of breakout games such as Arkanoid, Tempest or 720 or you know that your favourite game ran via a spinner then we can add one to your control panel so you can have the authentic feel that you remember. Here is a full list of games that play natively with a spinner for your reference.
Arcade Light Guns
If you’re partial to a good light gun game then we can provide either one or a pair of arcade light guns which can be added to your system. This includes full installation and set-up so all you have to do is plug them in and prepare to take aim. We also have holsters available to install on the side/front of your cabinet as you prefer. If not interested immediately then we can usually install the sensor on your cabinet for no extra cost and you can add the guns at a later date. Light guns are available for our Apex, Evo and Nu-Gen cabinets and here is a full list of compatible games.
Speaker Upgrade
All BA Play/Media machines can be upgraded to include BOSE sound to enhance gaming and the jukebox functionality. This option is included as standard on our Elite models.
iPhone Dock
you can choose to have an ipod/iphone dock installed in the front of the machine or upgrade any element of the PC inside the cabinet.
Next-Gen Console Compatibility
With our Evo/Nu-Gen machines, you already have the option to plug in any HDMI compatible device (such as console, etc) to play on the screen on your cabinet. If you also wanted to be able to play the arcade-style console games (mainly fighting games like SFV, SFVI, MK11, etc) on your Evo cabinets arcade joysticks and buttons then you would consider our console controls compatibility option. This is designed mainly for fighting game fans who wish to play the newest console-based fighting games so many not be relevant to you. All machines can be configured to be compatible with the latest consoles such as PS4/PS5 and XBOX ONE/Series X. Once configured, you can run your next-gen console via the screen and controls on your arcade cabinet – an unrivalled feature that allows you to combine the retro with the more modern if this takes your fancy.
Classic Console Pads
We can provide original console pads and USB adapters so that you can enjoy all your favourite older console games in the way that you used to on top of all your favourite arcade games. We can supply console pads and adapters for most of the older consoles so please don’t hesitate to ask when placing your order. We can source retro original pads (NES, Megadrive, N64, etc) with USB adapters if you wanted to play any of the consoles with the original pads and don’t have any available. This is a cool option but not necessary to enjoy your machine but more as a purist memory of playing the games when you were younger!
Modern Wireless Console Pads
Another option that would be worth considering is the options we offer for pads. Some of the later consoles games on your Media/Elite will not transfer that well to the arcade controls so we usually recommend that you choose a pair of generic pads to go with your order unless you already have some that you would like to use on your system. If you don’t, we offer wired or wireless Logitech pads or wireless XBOX ONE pads so do let us know if you would like to include any. In terms of pads,
Karaoke Option
A great option to try to appease your other half if he/she likes this sort of thing! For our karaoke option, we supply you with two microphones and some great Karaoke software so you can also practice your singing on your machine if so desired. The software we use called UltraStar Deluxe and is a karaoke game in that you score points much like on the SingStar game. A fun addition that may help please some more resistant members of your family although in return you will have to endure their singing! ;)
Wireless Driving Wheel
Following much testing, the wireless driving wheel option is the best solution we have found for driving games without having a full wheel installed or purchasing a separate racer cabinet. The wireless driving wheel works like a Wii remote in that it judges your actions and is perfect for games such as Mario Kart. It also works well on the more traditional arcade drivers so is well worth considering if you are a fan of driving games.
Arcade Seating
We can suggest or supply a range of bar stools or pod stools to complement your arcade cabinet so please don’t hesitate to ask if you would like to get some stools for added comfort when playing on your new arcade machine.
Delivery is usually within 2-3 weeks from order confirmation although this can often be sped up or extended to accommodate your plans so please don’t hesitate to ask.
With pallet delivery, we advise you to have at least 2 able-bodied people at the delivery point to unpack and position the cabinet at your location.
Overseas or 2-man delivery options are available for an extra charge so please get in touch for a quote if required.
















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