It’s been some time since I’ve posted. Nearly ten months to be exact. A great deal has occurred in between the previous post and this current one, both on the end of life and the progression towards making the arcade a reality. Interestingly enough, this is technically the first post I’ll have ever made regarding development of the arcade.
In May of last year, I acquired two arcade cabinets that were stationed in Utah. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, getting them over here became difficult and expensive. I had to make the decision to store them in Utah until I felt I was ready to bring them over here.
On June 17th, 2022, after months of blood, sweat, and tears, they finally arrived. Below are what I consider to be my first seeds of the future. The first machine I purchased is below in all of it’s magnificence – Tron, manufactured in 1982 by Midway. It being before me felt like a dream. It was hard to believe that it was in front of me in the condition that it was in. It’s hard to believe it survived all these years.
Along side Tron came another Midway game – Space Invaders Deluxe, which was manufactured in 1980. While it’s a little beat up, it’s age shows the charm and the stories it held throughout its existence.
I can’t deny how emotional I became when I they were now placed in my care. I felt such pride, hope, and joy in having these machines alone, feeling myself on the path I began forging for myself. I can’t help but wonder what new stories these games will get to see once Sword Arc is here. I look forward to seeing that day come.
