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GRS BUILD-A-CADE | 1:6 scale arcade cabinet kit for use with Raspberry Pi™

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GRS BUILD-A-CADE The GRS BUILD-A-CADE is easy to assemble and configure. Using your own Raspberry Pi™ 3 or...

Cabinet Kit: GRS BUILD-A-CADE - Cabinet Kit

  • GRS BUILD-A-CADE - Cabinet Kit
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GRS BUILD-A-CADE

The GRS BUILD-A-CADE is easy to assemble and configure. Using your own Raspberry Pi™ 3 or 4, power supply, and games, you’ll build a working 1:6 scale arcade machine capable of playing many of your favorite arcade classics (not included). You’ll learn how to install and configure RetroPie™ to get the most out of your BUILD-A-CADE.

The included Joystick control panel has 3 buttons; 2 start and 1 action. Additional control panels are available for more gameplay options. Collect the 5-Button Joystick, Trackball, and Spinner control panels, each with 2 start and 3 action buttons, and the 3-Button Dual Joystick panel with 2 start and 1 action button.

BUILD-A-CADE CP

(Joystick with 3 buttons)

For system navigation, we’ve included a joystick and 2 buttons on the rear of the cabinet. This adds Enter and Esc keys and also allows for navigating menus when the Trackball or Spinner panels are installed.

BAC

 (Cabinet rear view)

The coin door includes 2 buttons for inserting credits and also conceals a hidden headphone jack. 

coin door

(Hidden headphone jack and coin buttons)


For an authentic arcade experience, we also made sure to include an illuminated marquee.

marquee

Our 4.3-inch vertical IPS screen is great for both vertical and horizontal games. Hook up to any HDMI display for big screen gameplay (video only). Use your USB or wireless game controllers to play from the comfort of your favorite gaming seat.

Wherever you play your BUILD-A-CADE or however you play it, remember, Game On!

GRS BUILD-A-CADE - Cabinet Kit Includes: 

  • Easy to assemble parts
  • 4.3-inch vertical IPS screen for vertical and horizontal games
  • Control panel with joystick and 3 buttons
  • Coin door with 2 buttons and a headphone jack
  • Illuminated marquee
  • HDMI video output
  • 2-USB ports
  • Stereo speakers
  • Rechargeable battery
  • Vinyl artwork
  • 32GB microSD card with OS installer
  • "The Adventures of Robby Roto!" arcade game

Required but NOT included: Raspberry Pi™ and Raspberry Pi™ 4 power adapter. 

We provide step-by-step instructions for building the cabinet and creating a RetroPie™ installation that will take full advantage of the features that the GRS BUILD-A-CADE has to offer.

BUILD-A-CADE explosion

We also offer additional control panels for more gameplay options. The control panel line-up includes:

a) Joystick with 3 buttons (included with the cabinet kit)

CP A


Optional Control Panels(Separate purchases on different product pages):

b) Dual joystick with 3 buttons(Order here)

Features:

  1. Play Your Favourite 2 Stick Climbing, Tank and Shooting Games
  2. Metal Steel Joystick Shafts
  3. High-Quality PVC Control Panel Overlay

What is included?

  • Dual Joystick CP x 1
  • User Manual x 1
  • PVC Control Panel Overlay x 1

dual stick

c) Joystick with 5 buttons (Order here)

Features:

  1. 2 Buttons for Player 1 & 2 Start, and 3 Action Buttons
  2. Metal Steel Joystick Shafts
  3. High-Quality PVC Control Panel Overlay

What is included?

  • 5 Button Joystick CP x 1
  • User Manual x 1
  • PVC Control Panel Overlay x 1

GRS BAC CP C

d) Spinner with 5 buttons and GRS mini steering wheel (Order here)

Features:

  1. 2 Buttons for Player 1 & 2 Start, and 3 Action Buttons
  2. Free Spinning High-Resolution Spinner
  3. Authentic GRS Hall Effect Technology
  4. Aluminium Dial Knob
  5. High-Quality PVC Control Panel Overlay

What is included?

  • Spinner CP x 1
  • Steering Wheel x 1
  • User Manual x 1
  • Trackball/Spinner Cable x 1
  • 1.5mm Hex Wrench x 1
  • PVC Control Panel Overlay x 1

BUILD-A-CADE CP D SPINNER

GRS steering wheel

GRS spinner

e) Trackball with 5 buttons (Order here)

Features:

  1. 2 Buttons for Player 1 & 2 Start, and 3 Action Buttons
  2. Optical Technology for Trackball
  3. Metallic Trackball
  4. High-Quality PVC Control Panel Overlay

What is included?

  • Trackball CP x 1
  • User Manual x 1
  • Trackball/Spinner Cable x 1
  • PVC Control Panel Overlay x 1

BUILD-A-CADE CP E TRACKBALL

 GRS trackball

f) 6 Button Control Panel (Order here)

Features:

  1. Play Your Favourite 6 buttons fighting games and more
  2. High-performance micro switch
  3. Metal Joystick Shaft
  4. High-Quality PVC Control Panel Overlay

What is included?

  • 6 Button CP x 1
  • User Manual x 1
  • USB Cable x 1
  • PVC Control Panel Overlay x 1

More Authentic Artwork:

If your taste in arcade art differs from what we've included, Szabo's Arcades is offering custom artwork on their website, www.szabosarcades.com


STEM AUTHENTICATED:



Videos & Gameplay Footage:

How to Assemble the GRS BUILD-A-CADE?
How to install the software?









 

Designed by

arcade workshop


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SEE WHAT OTHER GAMERS LIKE YOU ARE DOING WITH THEIR BUILD-A-CADE 

The "Official" GRS Build-A-Cade Users Group


RetroPie is a trademark of Dr. Florian Müller

Raspberry Pi is a trademark of Raspberry Pi Ltd

Cabinet Kit

GRS BUILD-A-CADE - Cabinet Kit

Customer Reviews

Based on 61 reviews
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Bill S
Excelsior!

I am a newbie that was thought I was going to be over my head trying to get into retro gaming. This product helped me overcome any doubts. It is simple enough for newbies like me, but I can also see that the system offers so much more that I can’t wait to explore. I ran into a few snags with my build, mostly due by watching how to build videos on YouTube that installed a Pi. I choose to get the viper as this is going to be used in the FU. I received quick and helpful help via email from this site. I can’t say thank you loud enough for this product and for their support.

J
Jeff T
Must have for anyone who loves retro arcade games!

I purchased 1 about a month ago, my wife who isn’t much of a gamer, saw it and said it was one of the coolest things she saw and told me I should buy some more (can you say Soulmate!). So naturally I did what my wife said and bought 3 more! I am waiting for the arcade decals I ordered before putting them together. The decals are on a shipping delay due to poor weather. I bought a cabinet for the 4 different control panels(I ordered the 4 pack). When I have them built and up and running, I will share some pics! I can’t wait to have the other put together! My advice buy several and start reminiscing!

S
Shawn A.
A Home Run!

I just realized that I forgot to leave a review. The BAC is absolutely amazing! Not only is it a breeze to put together, but it's a lot of fun. I had mine up and running in about an hour including applying my graphics. It's so cool that the kit comes as a blank canvas for giving it your own theme. And my theme was my favorite game which is Dragon's Lair and with the help of the GRS BAC Facebook commuity, I had Dragon's Lair up and running flawlessly. I highly recommend this kit to anyone looking to build their own mini arcade machine. I also highly recommend getting the control panel set with the panel pod as they make it super easy for playing games that require controls such as a spinner or a trackball etc...

D
Daryl Patrick
Love these mini arcades

I’ve picked up a few of these build a cades for my boys for Christmas and they love them

M
Michael Boroden
GRS build-a-cade

This is my 4th cabinet. Love them. I intend to order more.

Customer Reviews

Based on 61 reviews
90%
(55)
5%
(3)
5%
(3)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
B
Bill S
Excelsior!

I am a newbie that was thought I was going to be over my head trying to get into retro gaming. This product helped me overcome any doubts. It is simple enough for newbies like me, but I can also see that the system offers so much more that I can’t wait to explore. I ran into a few snags with my build, mostly due by watching how to build videos on YouTube that installed a Pi. I choose to get the viper as this is going to be used in the FU. I received quick and helpful help via email from this site. I can’t say thank you loud enough for this product and for their support.

J
Jeff T
Must have for anyone who loves retro arcade games!

I purchased 1 about a month ago, my wife who isn’t much of a gamer, saw it and said it was one of the coolest things she saw and told me I should buy some more (can you say Soulmate!). So naturally I did what my wife said and bought 3 more! I am waiting for the arcade decals I ordered before putting them together. The decals are on a shipping delay due to poor weather. I bought a cabinet for the 4 different control panels(I ordered the 4 pack). When I have them built and up and running, I will share some pics! I can’t wait to have the other put together! My advice buy several and start reminiscing!

S
Shawn A.
A Home Run!

I just realized that I forgot to leave a review. The BAC is absolutely amazing! Not only is it a breeze to put together, but it's a lot of fun. I had mine up and running in about an hour including applying my graphics. It's so cool that the kit comes as a blank canvas for giving it your own theme. And my theme was my favorite game which is Dragon's Lair and with the help of the GRS BAC Facebook commuity, I had Dragon's Lair up and running flawlessly. I highly recommend this kit to anyone looking to build their own mini arcade machine. I also highly recommend getting the control panel set with the panel pod as they make it super easy for playing games that require controls such as a spinner or a trackball etc...

D
Daryl Patrick
Love these mini arcades

I’ve picked up a few of these build a cades for my boys for Christmas and they love them

M
Michael Boroden
GRS build-a-cade

This is my 4th cabinet. Love them. I intend to order more.

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GRS BUILD-A-CADE | 1:6 scale arcade cabinet kit for use with Raspberry Pi™

$99.99