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Apex Elite Custom Arcade Machine

Apex Elite Custom Arcade Machine

£3,995.00

If you need any help choosing your arcade cabinet please feel free to email us at info@bespoke-arcades.co.uk or call us on +44 (0) 207 935 9005 as we will be more than happy to help.

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 2.1 surround 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 front mountable hard drive caddy 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. 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 2.1 surround sound

2.1 surround for arcade

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 2.1 surround sound system directly integrated into your arcade cabinet. Your arcade machine is a more capable sound system than most high-end Hi-Fi's.

More Horsepower than a Dragster

intel core i5

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 Series X quality graphics.

Cutting Edge Graphics

nvida graphics card

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...

hdmi logo

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

xbox pads

The last piece of the puzzle is how to play the latest pc games? Simply plug in an Xbox compatible 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 Hard Drive Caddy
    • 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.

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

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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  • The team at Bespoke Arcade in my opinion are excellent. The service I received was professional, understanding, caring, informative and thorough making me feel that they thoroughly valued me as a client.

    The Machine itself is a quality build, very strong, reliable and very robust and the customised graphics we requested are superbly done.

    Delivery was arranged around my timeframe and I was kept informed on build progress and delivery progress something I really appreciated.

    I had a couple of user issues and when I called both Luke and Phil were very supportive dealing with my issues immediately and thoroughly.

    All in all a thoroughly pleasant experience and a great product with exceptional help and advice from Ben, Phil and Luke.

    Huge thanks to all at Bespoke Arcades.

    Ian Cridland

  • Bought an Evo Elite Arcade machine this Christmas from Phil and the team at Bespoke Arcades.

    Phil did an incredible job with my machine. From visiting their showroom to play test, he was always on hand to help me choose the right machine, additionally going the extra mile to produce the artwork I wanted.

    After receiving the machine he also made himself available through an online teams chat to guide me through any questions I had about using certain games and features.
    If you’re thinking of buying a retro arcade games machine look no further than Bespoke Arcades! You certainly won’t regret it! A top quality product with friendly support!

    Robert Baker

  • We absolutely love our Bespoke Arcade GT-2500 3-sided tabletop arcade machine. The build quality, workmanship and contemporary design make it such a focus feature and the games are incredible for all ages. It’s a hit with all our Family and such a fantastic investment.

    Customer experience from choosing, buying and delivery was 10/10 and the aftercare from Phil and team, along with their passion and honesty sees them at the top of the market when making this kind of investment. Best Xmas / Family / Birthday gift you will buy for the whole Family. Thanks Phil!

    Helen

  • I'd been looking for a retro machine to take me back to my arcade days for some time, but so many of the supposed replicas available were poorly built and simply didn't function authentically. Then I found Bespoke and as soon as I spoke to them, saw the quality of their machines and that they could build whatever I wanted, I was sold. Have had the machine 3 years now, it runs perfectly and I've even made my 14 year old daughter a retro game fan! Today, they've just updated my machine remotely to give me even more functionality!

    Guy Warner

  • I recently received my Evo arcade and it’s absolutely amazing. There were a few minor issues during ordering but these were swiftly dealt. What I have been most impressed with is the level of customer support which has been outstanding. If you are looking to get a multi game arcade machine then this is the company to deal with as you won’t be disappointed.

    Mr Austwick

  • I purchased a Synergy Play machine for the kids, mainly to understand what games I used to play on when I was younger.

    I’ve had the machine for over two years now with no issues!

    It’s a great focal point when we have the family round or a party.
    The build quality is great, the functionality is great and the customer support is beyond good.
    You really can buy with 100% confidence that what you’re getting will be amazing and if you do need support it will be there!

    PS. Great for parties :-)

    Andrew George

  • I love my machine.
    Evo.
    I wanted a light gun machine with the normal retro games too (just to have) but for me playing games like Time Crisis was the biggest want.
    Delighted.

    Its complex and ive run into issues twice but Phil has both times solved it for me. The after care service is very good.

    Highly Recommend this company.
    I live in Ireland (Dublin) and transportation was not expensive.

    whelan84

  • They're a really friendly group of guys at Bespoke Arcades who will talk you through all their various options and let you playtest to your heart's content. When you see the machines you can immediately tell they're beautifully made, much better than any of the competition. Great post-sales support as well. This is obviously a business run by competent and caring people.

    Jim

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  • I bought a machine 5 years ago and Phil helped me to upgrade to windows 10 with a new hard drive swap . Superb service considering the age of the machine

    jamie cunningham

  • Could not be happier with my new arcade machine!! Right from initial conversations on which model to choose, through the ordering process, including having a bespoke Cabinet design, the team went over and above to make the whole process seamless, and the end product is of such high quality and greatly exceeded expectations!! I did a lot of research before choosing bespoke arcades and they are the best in the country, if you’re thinking about buying an arcade machine then bespoke arcades is your only choice. Thanks Phil & team for everything you’ve done

    Mr Chris Ramsden

  • Bespoke Arcades are the best in the business. Had multiple upgrades over the years and customer service is without doubt their top priority. Mainly dealt with Phil and Jack but also met the whole team including founder Ben. All attended to my every need - no task too big or small. Highlight was retrofit of an LCD marquee in my Apex machine which they had never done before. Some teething issues but these were addressed with the greatest care and professionalism. Happy to have been able to donate some of my own marquee designs for use in other Apex cabs. Couldn’t be happier with the end product - my dream arcade! Thanks guys!!

    Muguru

  • I bought GTX stand-up arcade cabinet from Phil and Jack at a recent exhibition. After much consideration I went with Bespoke Arcades due to the passion of the guys who spent a considerable amount of time discussing all the functions and capabilities of their range of systems. I think 6000 games should keep me busy for a while! The range is amazing and even had my favourite game 'crazy climber' from my youth. The system evens allows remote access and they were able to talk me through the joy stick configuration.
    If you are looking for a system, these are the guys to buy from.

    ANDY H

  • Ordered a GT120 which took approximately 6 weeks to arrive as custom built. The machine exceeded our expectations as has 120 classic arcade games and the retro look which is what we were after. The games are all original. Highly recommend. The unit is customised with my favourite football team.

    Alison Queen

  • Phil and his team work tirelessly on my Terminator themed brief, creating a one of a kind machine for me which is truly outstanding! The after sales service has been 2nd to none. Nothing its ever too much trouble for them, and when I have had some technical issues they have always been prompt in logging into my machine to put things right. I cannot recommend Bespoke Arcades highly enough!!! I wouldn't hesitate to use them again and would be very happy to chat to anyone thinking of using them.

    Lee Rebbeck

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  • Had another positive experience with Bespoke Arcades. After sales service was exceptional. Staff (Phil) was very helpful by email and during call out. Turned up on time, was efficient, polite, and went the extra yard above and beyond sorting out original issue. Communication was great and I was very satisfied with every aspect of the service.

    Stephen Rosser

  • I had Phil and the team made the bespoke machine for me 4 years ago, with some ideas which weren’t standard but they spent time and made all of them happened !!! Recently I moved my house and the control panel of the machine stopped working. The support you still can get them, even after 4 years of purchase, is amazing!!! This is the service I am expecting with bespoke purchases and the customer never feels left alone when there is issue. This is someone you can trust.

    Aurora Li

  • 100 percent recommended. Ultra professional company providing brilliant products and service. Built a custom machine for me with 1000s of games and shipped it to Switzerland for a very fair price. Connected remotely and kindly set up some laserdisc games for me for free at my request after purchase. After sales support is exceptional and the quality of the machine is top notch. When my son brings his friends over it’s great to see them being amazed playing some of the games I grew up with as a kid. You can also plug in a controller and play AAA pc games using things like shadow or GeForce Now. Great purchase.

    drjoncampbell

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