frontend fun

I have finally decided on what frontend or interface I want the machine to have. I found one that is currently being developed and looks awesome. It is called Hyperspin and here is the thread on the BYOAC forums that explain what its all about. Alternatively, you can go directly to Hyperspin's website at http://hyperspin-fe.com. I have signed up as a beta tester for the front end, and all that I am at liberty to say right now is WOW! :)

Side Art update

I just got news that Eric has completed some serious detail on the Space Duel sideart project. Check out the progress at Rotheblog.

Side Art project

A while ago, I was contacted by Zorg(Eric), a member on the BYOAC forums. He asked if I was interested in scanning the side art of my Space Duel Cabinet. I gladly agreed, because the side art on Space Duel is really fantastic, and is unavailable anywhere online. So I carefully tipped my cabinet on its side, and used a regular flatbed scanner to scan 8.5"x11" sections until I had the entire artwork scanned. Eric wanted the scans so he could vectorize the artwork so the artwork would be preserved and also so full-sized reproductions could be made.

I just got an update from Eric on his progress that he has made since I sent him the scans a couple of months ago. Here is what he has done so far:
Looking good, huh? Feel free to check out his website at: http://vectorzorg.free.fr/vecto/ He has vectorized the artwork from several classic arcade games. Also, this project was featured over at Rotheblog, a classic arcade gaming blog, as well.

I will post updates on the side art project as I get them. The art on one side of my cab is damaged, so I may order a reproduction after this is all completed to replace the damaged art.

Marquee Finalized

Just a little update... I finished my marquee design. Now I just have to finish the control panel overlay, and I can get my graphics printed. I think that I am going to use mamemarquees.com to do my printing. I have heard that they do a fantastic job, go check them out!

Well, without further ado...