About Simple Arcades
The art of keeping it simple — and superior.
Simple is our superpower.
Our custom arcade cabinets are built to deliver maximum fun with zero hassle — no add-on packs to buy, no downloads, and no setup headaches. Just smart design, clean craftsmanship, and thousands of classics ready to play in a cabinet built to last.
Designing one is simple. Owning one is simpler. Enjoying one is instant — because a great arcade cabinet shouldn’t be complicated.
It should be Simple.
Our Story
People sometimes assume the “Simple” in Simple Arcades means basic, but for us it means something else entirely. It means we wanted every part of the experience — from customizing your arcade on our site to plugging it in and playing it for the first time to be easy. To be intuitive. To be Simple.
If you're on this site reading this, you're probably just like us. We never forgot what it felt like to walk into an arcade — the glow of the screens, the sound of the buttons, and the excitement of seeing all those games lined up and ready to play. It was unforgettable. But as time went on, arcades faded away. Our love for them never did. As we got older, we wanted to bring that experience home and share it with our kids, our friends, and anyone who still loves the classics.
Since starting in 2016, our small passion project has grown into something bigger — a way to keep that arcade feeling alive and connect generations through play. At Simple Arcades, simple doesn’t mean basic. It means better.
WHY OUR CUSTOM ARCADES ARE BETTER
High-Definition, Easy-to-use menus
Designed for speed, clarity, and style, every part of the interface is built to make finding and launching games fast and frustration-free. Scroll smoothly through your library, enjoy HD visuals and video previews, and load any game almost instantly.
Our menu system goes beyond good looks — it’s packed with thoughtful features that make your arcade truly yours. Filter and sort by genre, create and manage favorites lists, hide or unhide systems you don’t use, test your controls, and even choose your own menu music. Every detail is built for simplicity and performance, so you can spend less time navigating and more time playing.
Our cabinets are handcrafted from cabinet-grade maple plywood — never MDF, melamine, or particle board like many competitors use. Plywood is lighter, sturdier, and resists sagging or edge blowout, keeping panels square and joints tight for years to come.
We don't sacrifice quality for profit. It costs us more, but it lasts you longer.
Each title in your system is chosen because it deserves to be there — no filler, no duplicates, no unplayable bootlegs just to boost numbers.
You’ll find only the best retro arcade, console, and handheld classics from the ’70s through the 2000s — games that feel right on joystick and buttons. Titles that make you smile, remember, and say, “just one more round.”
Our arcades are built to be effortless. Every machine arrives pre-configured with complete game collections and optimized controls right out of the box.
Start, exit, save, or load — all with just a few button presses.
Every Simple Arcades cabinet includes a six-month limited warranty covering materials and workmanship under normal home use. Each machine is hand-built, inspected, and tested before shipping — and if something isn’t right, we make it right.
Quality isn’t just what we build; it’s what we stand behind.
Classic games were designed for CRT screens, not pixel-sharp HD displays. Our systems use custom CRT and handheld LCD shaders that recreate scanlines, phosphor glow, and gentle screen curve — so every sprite looks right and feels authentic on modern hardware.
Simple Arcades machines are designed for today’s gamer. With built-in Wi-Fi, your arcade connects seamlessly to your home network for automatic firmware updates and new game content.
Over-the-air updates keep your system optimized, fresh, and future-ready — no manual installs, no extra cost, no hassle.
Every Simple Arcades machine is handcrafted from start to finish — and now you can watch the process as it happens. Our live Order Status page lets you see exactly where your arcade is in production, from CNC cutting and sanding to wiring, testing, and shipping.
Just enter your order number and zip code to view real-time progress updates for your arcade, accessory, or part.
Reviews
Justin J. - Dyer, IN
“Arrived exactly as described. Got everything working perfectly and the customer service was fantastic. Would highly recommend.”
James M. - Fairbank, IA
“Amazing quality and so many games. My kids love it, and I love that they’re into the classics I grew up with.”
Lindsey C. - Sulphur Bluff, TX
“Very well built, tons of games, and easier to hang on the wall than I expected.”
Joseph H - West Hempstead, NY
“Communication was excellent. The cabinet is well crafted with spectacular sound. This wall-mounted setup will bring our family a lot of joy.”
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