The original arcade Dragon’s Lair, Marquis and control panel, had that texture fuzzy look, so their sticking to originality on this cab.

I owned an original dragons lair arcade machine in the past and it looks like they did a good job with the artwork that is grainy. If I recall that was how it looked on my machine. Can’t wait to build mine. It just came in.

As others have said, the grainy/blotchy look to the marquee is accurate, and I’m REALLY glad they kept with the original look.

I would love to see them do a Zaxxon, Qbert and dedicated Missile Command and Crystal Castles...

One of the most advanced games in the arcade back there in 84. I remember I lived in California I went to Ron arcade. I played defender missile command, asteroids frog miss Packman every game you could imagine but Dragons lair was hard and it was so advanced it blew our mindhow it could possibly even work

Good choices with Dragon’s Lair and TRON. I like cabinet remakes that use proprietary controls or displays. Star Wars is another example or anything with a spinner or trackball. Spy Hunter would be great addition.

I woiuld like to see a Tapper/Timber cabinet, but only if they can get the Budweiser license. Robotron/Smash TV/Total Carnage cab as well. Q*bert would be great, but, with the unique control configuration, it would be tough to pair it with another game.

It would be totally awesome if Arcade1up released a Robocop arcade cabinet. I'm going to pre-order the Time Crisis arcade cabinet as soon as it becomes available.

Nice review, Erik! Love seeing them being assembled as it gives people an idea of what to expect. I heard all kinds of crap about the Tron cab before I purchased it, but had no issues with that one whatsoever haha, but its good to have a heads up. Nice cab! Thx for a great video

Does look incredible and I loved Dragons Lair back when I was a teenager! But not sure I’d play it often enough to justify buying it. I’d love to have the Arcade 1Up Star Wars cabinet but for some reason it’s not for sale in the UK. Thanks for the review.

This is why I throw arcade parties at my school! No alcohol, just apple juice, pizza and my ten Arcade1ups! Good ol 80’s times (Soon to be 11 after ordering DL due to your review!)

Great review Erik, it was very precise. The value of any Arcade 1up it will depend how important the theme is for you. This cab, just like Tron that you enjoy so much (and had high expectations), it's worth the value in my opinion. I paid much more for OutRun and i'm not regretted, I still play almost every day, i love it. This cab in particular is for truly fans of this trilogy and its great, very good emulated, no sound issues and it is beautiful. You will enjoy for sure.👍 I would like very much if they produce an Arcade 1Up with the theme 1942. With all the 6 titles: 1941, 1942, 1943, 1943 Kay, 1944 and 19XX. It wouldn't be very difficult to do since none of these Capcom's games would have problems with any kind of licenses. Spy Hunter... another great title to consider.

Great review.good call on spy hunter. I wish they would do robotron, bezerk , mousetrap and zookeeper to name a few.

Good video, I subscribed. Being a DL fanatic for over 30 years I must say 1up did a damn good job on this cab despite some minor issues. So glad they went the original rom that matches the original cab. I just need to install my light kit for the coin doors. Black caps for the screw holes really helped as well.

Best review I’ve seen so far of this machine :) thanks for including dimensions.

I liked Berzerk, Scramble and Red Alert. Don't know if they made those cabinets yet.

Great review, thanks . I always know your honest and don’t sugar coat things . As for a new machine I would like to see a Tapper dedicated cabinet. Add timber in with it .

AU1 has now made 3 of my top 6 must haves and made them well (Star Wars, Tron and Dragon's Lair). My other three must haves are Spy Hunter and Afterburner and Vindicators. I doubt they would make Vindicators unless a lot of people petitioned for it, but I have to believe that Spy Hunter and Afterburner are on the horizon.

I think the Micro SD card slot is used for extra memory and that extra USB port maybe use for a sun drive so you can use it for extra memory on that as well

It's probably a premium dollar cabinet primarily because it was a premium tech game forty years ago. The tech today, however, doesn't contribute to its cost. (I had a CD-ROM of it in the 90s with a Pentium processor, for crying out loud.)

Tron and Dragon's Lair look amazing. I'd love to see Spy Hunter, next

I'd like to see a Bucky O'hare cabinet.

It can just run the attract mode only and I would geek out. Seeing this for the first time in the arcade... yeah mind blown. Then the reality of playing it - was incredibly hard and quarter munching. Loved the Rapids and the Whirlpools though. Ah....

I wish the speakers looked more accurate (square instead of rounded)

The original arcade cabinet also has the narrator in one speaker and the music and other sounds in the other speaker.

One of the games I really liked in the arcade other than Tron and Dragon’s Lair was the original Mario Bros. I was able to play with a friend cooperatively instead of player vs player and if one of us lost our last life the other person could earn a spare for you. Another one that might be interesting to get, though seeing the graphics online were apparently not the best, is Crossbow mostly for the innovative idea. Not sure how they would do the crossbow itself but it would be pretty neat.

Loved the honest review. I have to wait till mid September for my Cab as I live down under in Oz. I sucked at playing back in the day too and was mostly a watcher on the cab. I would love to see a Daytona or Sega Rally cab or even Wonder Boy or Pengo.

The artwork isn't "grainy". It "pixelated"..

Beating the knight level in Dragon's Lair when I was like 9 years old at my local pizza shop I felt like I'd scored a touchdown in the NFL. Was the original co-op where your friend asked you to step in and you'd better beat the level

Oh, Daddy. Excellent review, Erik. I still can’t believe that this game was based on me. By the way, your channel is vastly underrated.

I would love to see them do an Atari Battlezone cabinet, but they would probably have to do it without the viewfinder. It's too bad that Sea Wolf was a Midway game, because it would be a great paring if the view finder was added.

Great review Erik. I especially appreciate seeing the panels before assembly. It's a beautiful looking cabinet and, as a child of the 80s, I've always had a soft spot for Dragon's Lair, although I've never actually enjoyed playing them (I suck big time!). Hope you get your speaker panel sorted, although I bet you can hardly notice it now that it's assembled and in your arcade. Nice that you have both this and Tron! :-)

I was a Showbiz Pizza kid too. I really wanted to buy this cabinet, mostly for display, but because I’ve had so many problems with my Tron arcade machine I’m waiting for the price to plummet. Speaking of Tron you really need to work on your scores! As far as another cabinet I want I think the only ones I’m holding out for might be a Daytona USA and a Sega Star Wars trilogy from the 90s.

This brings back memories. I also remember Cobra Command, Thayer’s Quest, and my personal favorite M.A.C.H 3

Definitely the coolest review for this machine on KZfaq.

I can't believe this game is almost 40 years old now. Holy shit, I'm old af, this GAME is over the hill.....

Dude do you have a tour of your game room? It looks really bad ass. That straight up looks like an old school arcade. Dragons lair is one cabinet I don't own. Just never played the game as a kid. Probably because it came out the year I was born haha. But I'm sure people were blown away by it back in 83. I have a video up of my room if you're interested. I like hearing feedback from the community.

One of the best versions of dragons lair,is on the Phillips compact disc interactive player,as well as time warp and space ace.

Has anyone been able to get through DL2 yet? I can beat DL1 on one life without issue. But some inputs in DL2 seem to require absurdly precise timing and/or fail constantly even when I'm sure I made the right move at the right time. Level 3 has a few- grabbing the Ace of Spades above the Jabberwock, then using the Sword as the next move seem particularly unforgiving. Level 4 has a bunch. The three sword inputs after grabbing the first golden apple, and then the moves of jumping down, then L/R after grabbing the real apple, and essentially every single input after lightning hits the chain feels like you have to be so exact with the input timing or you fail. Even a fraction of a second too soon or too late and you fail. Level 5 feels normal. Level 6 is a nightmare and I haven't been able to finish it yet because of several absurdly strict input timing windows towards the end. Once you're dangling from the bat, it's sword/sword/up followed by a L/R that I seem to fail 75% of the time regardless of my timing. Then it's sword (which is forgiving), then down, L/R, R/L and these three inputs feel like you have to be frame perfect to succeed. I've played to this point dozens of times and only gotten past these three a few times, only to fail in one of the next inputs which also feel unfair as far as timing goes. I've made it onto the time machine ONCE, which simply requires a few sword inputs, but somehow failed. Several hours later I'm still unable to complete this level. Is it like this for everyone?

I'd buy Q*bert in a heartbeat if it had a knocker! I'd love it if they'd include Congo Bongo, another favorite of mine. They both use a diagonal 4-way joystick. Congo Bongo has a fire button and Q*bert does not. Also Congo Bongo is Sega vs Gottilieb, so I know it won't happen, just a wish. Wacko and Mappy both had unique cabs and I'd buy those too.

I grew up in Longbranch New Jersey back in the 80s and I remember the first day that this game came to our local HUGE Arcade, people were gathered around it all day, well this and ms Pacman 👍🏽❤️

That panel looks like it has a protective film on it. Pretty sure you can just peel that off.

I'm definitely buying this cabinet. I can finally afford it lol. Great review, thank you sir👍🤙

"Missile Command ". is one to go for !

Spy Hunter next. Wouldn't mind Ikari Warriors. Somebody else pointed it out, but OG cabs had grain on marquee.

Awesome review! This cabinet looks fantastic!

I really want arcade 1up to make a Q*bert cabinet

Spy Hunter would be fantasic!! Love that game.

Well its official. I’m now a arcade been pulled into the Arcade1up addiction. Probably much later than most. Ordered a Dragons Lair, Tron, Joust, and Tempest today. Paid dearly for them from Walmart. For 12 years I’ve established an electromechanical arcade. Currently have 10 games pinball, rifle arcades, submarine, projection missile and driving games. Bought two 4500 game Pandora Boxes and changed all the controls out to Sanwa. Even with the restrictors. Could not get that arcade feel when playing PAC, etc. So I built a 60 in 1 in a Space Invaders and it was spot on from cab I found in the trash. That does not give me the other games I love. What’s killing me at the moment is not being able to buy Star Wars. I really do not want to pay 900.00. Fingers crossed soon they will re-release Star Wars this year and would agree…Spy Hunter would be amazing. Pole Position would also be another driver I would be willing to pay for. Appreciate this review it was extremely helpful for this EM, Golden Age Video Gamer that now has the titles he could only dream of having when I was young. PS: I suck really bad at Dragons Lair but plan on spending some time in the family arcade learning to play.

If I had a wish list for Arcade 1up, it would have to be Atari's "I,Robot". They could pack some other titles in, but the cab would have to be I,Robot

Are they ever going to make an all-Williams games Arcade 1up that includes Robotron, playable with 2 joysticks?? I'd buy that in a heartbeat. Also love to have a game with a rotating joystick or paddle with compatible games like TNK III, Heavy Barrel etc. Mainly, I just want an arcade machine that actually allows you to PLAY the games, unlike the early Rampage 1up that has an unplayable Defender, and unplayable Gauntlet as well, since the program crashes a few levels in.

My local arcade has this game, though I am not a fan of it personally, I think fans of the game will love this. This cab looks really nice. Well done arcade 1up.

There is hockey version of NBA Jam. Forget what is called, but I would like that cabinet.

Great review! Eventually will add to my collection. Spy hunter would be cool. Would like to see an Ikari Warriors / Victory Road cab.

Thanks for you review. Awaiting mine in Canada someday! I would like a Punch out, Donkey Kong, Robotron, Qbert, Wrestlefest, Star Wars Trilogy, Sunset riders, Capcom beat em ups (D&D), Gauntlet 1-2-Legends, 2 on 2 Open ice hockey, Carn Evil cabinets… to name a few!

fyi. The draw bridge scene was never in the arcade cab. The creators removed it before the arcade cabs shipped because they thought it was too hard for an opening scene. It only shows up in some home versions/dvd etc. The Gargoyle scene was a another one that was removed but shows up in some home versions and the 25th Anniversarry. So an opening scene of ropes or collapsing wall is indeed arcade authentic.

Thanks for the video on this classic animated movie game, Dragon's Lair. Looks really cool, enjoy!

man...I keep telling myself I don't want to get another cab (13 so far) but this is too damn close to the arcade...I had an original DL many years ago so this brings back some strong memories. This would look great next to my tron arcade1up.

Great review! Glad you’re getting your dream cabinets👏My dream cabinet is Lethal Enforcers 1 & 2

I wish they'd come out with a 1982 Sega Star Trek.

Brings back memories. Spy Hunter was a great one for sure, so that's one to get.

Great review, thanks for sharing. Great nostalgia for this cab. I'd love to see a Paperboy and Marble Madness but doubtful it'll happen

The grain is 100% intentional. I own an original "Space Ace" machine, and it is the same way. I'm very impressed with how they recreated the grainy images. It's more of a part of the look than we realize, and probably would have been easier just to not recreate it.

I would LOVE to see a Bubble Bobble Cabinet. Maybe include Bubble Bobble 1 & 2 and Bust A Move (I doubt we'd see anything beyond 1 & 2 due to emulation issues), but if they released one I would preorder it the second they announced it

Would love to see Sega Turbo, this also had an alpha numerical display for the scoring like dragons lair

I’d LOVE to see a Street Fighter III cabinet with all 3 versions of that game plus Red Earth.

Hey Erik, I give you a few hints, I beat Dragon’s Lair multiple times, beat in the arcades in 83, on the pool room, the side your sword hanging on, is your first move, on the checkerboard with Knight on it, first move is opposite, of what side your sword hanging on, in your video you almost got to the knight, last move was right, but you have to hit right while your in midair before you land, or you die, good luck. 👍🏻

Cool review! I don’t have any 1up boxes. I have a couple of full size multicades, and a commercial version of Big Buck Hunter ( that I waaaaay overspent on. Ha ha!) I also collect the Replicade Mini Arcade boxes. 1/6th scale that fit with Hot Toys 12 inch figures. Fully functional and pretty amazing.

PAC man JR, which incorporated a pinball machine.

Very nice video. Thanks for posting and have a nice day too.

I have an original(non working) DL cabinet and the marquis is grainy as well so this is accurate.

Good review video! Don't think I wouldn't be willing to spend $650 on it, but to each its own! Spy Hunter sounds pretty good... Would be interesting to see Pole Position as well.

Great looking cabinet. Having recently seen and played the arcade original I can say that the A1Up version looks noticeably better. The CRTs in the original cabs are pretty worn out nowadays. Same goes for Star Wars. I’ve played a couple of different cabs recently and the color vector monitors were both in rough shape making the game almost unplayable. However unlike Star Wars I just can’t justify the expense for the A1Up Dragon’s Lair cab.

dragons lair and freedom fighter are two animated arcade games i wish i had unlimited access to. i used to collect a large number of quarters and wasted them all on freedom fighter, but never went anywhere in the game because of the difficulty level. you died instantly and go through quarters like it was nothing. i always wanted to see where the story went, and that’s what compelled me compared to other video games. it was based on some japanese anime. it was different than all the others in arcade places.

I won $500 at funspot in Laconia new Hampshire in 1983 being the only one that could complete the game that weekend

I WANT Star Castle! Fan of VECTOR games as well.

Spy Hunter would be AWESOME!

Only gripe I have is that the sound does not match the action in DL. Particularly in the dragons lair final boss, when Daphne speaks her mouth does not match the audio.

Just preorder this in the UK.. Would also like to see Battlezone.

With Space Ace the easier the level the fewer the boards in the game so you have to play Space Ace level to play all the way through every sequence.

No game made me rage quit more than this one as a kid. I loved the graphics and gameplay but it was always a short lived experience for me because of how hard it was. I remember banging my fists against the screen I'd get so mad lol. I could never justify this at $650 but I totally get the FOMO people have for it. The X-Men cab was my must have. I now play DL and Space Ace via CoinOPS Retro Arcade on my PC and enjoy it. I'd loved to see Arcade1Up come out with a Revolution X or Lethal Enforcers cab but it will never happen. Great review as always Erik!

Awesome 👍🏽 once I get settled I’m getting this one and golden tee 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

I just traded an original Spy Hunter and Cheyenne (plus some cash) on a Foxbody mustang. They were just too big and bulky..especially compared to my 1Up cabinets. I have high hopes 1up will make a Spy Hunter...not so sure about Cheyenne though. Anyway, I just got my Dragons Lair assembled, and LOVE IT!

Yes, SpyHunter or Elevator Action next 1Up !

Who else wants to see Battlezone with the original visor & 2 sticks?

I was never into this game but the cabinet came out great.

I wish Dark Souls would incorporate some of these animated death scene's .

The joystick is firmer in the arcade, than the Arcade 1up for movement, plus you have to hit Player 1 twice to get a credit, to simulate putting in 50 cents, you have to do the same, on the New Wave Toys 1/6 scale, love that machine, look exactly like the real arcade machine.

Just got mine today. Absolutely beautiful cab!

This one I think def worth the money (vs the Tron cab, but I do understand why you nought that )😀 With the extra displays and more modern graphics I'm surprised it's $50 cheaper than the Tron though!

i prefer the art on my older iircade dragons lair. but i do wish i had a marquee...

That would be pretty sick to own but for me those games are much more enjoyable playing them with the new age engine Singe 2.

Tron, Star Wars, and now Dragon's Lair are 3 of the best from Arcade1Up

Origal marquee is grainy so this looks just like the original

I know this is old but my question to you is will you be keeping you iiRcade or will you try to reskin or something? I have the DL iiRcade and being a DL fan want this one not that its on sale but don't really want 2 dragons lairs in my arcade.

Where did you get the FLYNNS arcade sign from? Thats beautiful, and I worked on Tron:Legacy, Trons always been a huge part of my life and why I work in the movies now! DL looks great, its on sale this week where I live, I think I'll snag it.

I would of liked to see it more Tron size.

Spy Hunter would be amazing!!!!

Just got mine today! Thanks FedEx for a free Saturday delivery. Anyone know what is different on these “Private Reserve Edition” cabinets?

For the next game I would vote for a Multi-Williams cabinet (Robotron, Defender, Stargate). I would also love cabinets that have unique control schemes, such as Blasteroids or Sega Star Trek