MiniBeast Retro Bartop Arcade Machine (10,000 Games)
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- 19″ IPS display + tempered glass
- Correct arcade picture ratio – no image stretching
- Patched 10,000 game board – smoother than factory
- Genuine arcade components throughout
- Upgraded amp + stereo speakers
- Full vinyl wrap – all surfaces
- Optional coin mechanism
$969.00 $1,299.00
“The fastest patched board available. Genuine arcade components. Tempered glass. Full vinyl wrap on every surface. This is what a bartop arcade machine should be.”
Premium Bartop Arcade Machine
Built to Commercial Standards.
The MiniBeast is a full two-player bartop arcade machine built to arcade standards, not consumer electronics standards. Genuine arcade-grade joysticks, leaf-switch buttons, a patched 10,000-game board, and a 19″ IPS screen under tempered glass. Everything is modular, serviceable, and built to the same specification whichever design you choose.
It arrives ready to play: plug it in, switch it on. Two players out of the box, four with USB gamepads, and at around 26kg it’s light enough to move between rooms but solid enough to earn a permanent spot.
Authentic Aspect Ratio
19″ IPS Screen.
Every game in its proper shape. The 19″ IPS display delivers rich colour and consistent viewing angles at 60Hz, with a correct picture ratio, the shape virtually every arcade and retro console title in the library was designed for. Games fill the screen correctly. No stretching.
The panel is protected by tempered glass, not acrylic. Acrylic scratches, hazes, and degrades over time. Tempered glass doesn’t.
Arcade-Grade Controls
& Joysticks.
Full-size leaf-switch buttons throughout: better feel, better response, and individually replaceable. One switch fails, replace the switch, nothing else.
Arcade-grade joysticks compatible with the full Sanwa ecosystem. Restrictor plates, bat tops, ball tops and shaft extensions all interchange without modification. The control panel curves outward, so your hands rest on it instead of hanging off the front edge.
Upgraded Alpha+ Retro Game Board
(Patched & Tested).
As a guide, the MiniBeast Bartop is capable of playing the consoles and games listed below. Which consoles and games are included can vary over time.
Every MiniBeast ships with the Alpha+ board (Alpha 3D Max+, Rockchip RK3566), patched in-house. Factory boards ship as-is; ours are not. Games run smoother, load faster, and more titles support save states. The library covers 10,000 titles across arcade classics and console platforms including PS1, N64, Dreamcast, PSP and Sega Genesis.
See it in action.
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Same Great Machine Inside.
The artwork is full vinyl wrap, the same quality finish across all designs. The marquee uses colour-matched powder-coated aluminium edging and is removable if you want to swap artwork later.
Ready to Play on Arrival.
What owners say.
Customer Reviews
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I received the electroarcade minibeast and cabinet as a birthday present from my wife. It is solid, well built and really reminds me of the arcades i remember as a teenager. The joystick and buttons are quality. The games menu is well designed and all games work as expected. The LED lights are a nice touch and the working coin slot is a great touch. The twin usb slots for two extra controllers are useful (4 players) or for the light guns. The kids (11,13 & 14) really enjoy the arcade experience the minibeast delivers - it’s a great addition to the garage. I love the arcade machine as it reminds me of simpler times and good fun.
Good Vale for money love it would recommend this product 👌.Paul also was a big help he also got my parcel delivered to my door step free of charge 😀 thank you paul
Fantastic service
Having looked around at MANY different arcade cabinets for years, I finally found one that fits the bill. The Minibeast Bartop is a very well made unit that oozes quality from the arcade joysticks and buttons to the massive, beautiful display and the wonderful livery. Having used MAME and the like for longer than I can remember, I can tell you it’s a completely different experience running it on real, arcade hardware. Service and support have been excellent too, with Paul quick to respond to my queries, and shipping was amazingly fast. Am still working my way through adding extra games to it, with mixed success, but the ability to do so is excellent. Cranking up some 70s/80s tunes and turning this on leads to a wonderful trip down memory lane. The feel, the sights and the sounds of a misspent youth will all come flooding back. You can even chuck down some 20c pieces to add to the realism. So if you’re looking around for an arcade cabinet for your den, rumpus room, love dungeon, doomsday shelter or man cave, you can’t go wrong with the Minibeast Bartop. Highly recommended!
I've been looking for an arcade machine for some time now. I decided to buy from ElectroArcade because their knowledge and passion was clearly on display throughout their website. I was not disappointed, the service from Paul was exceptional and the machine is mint! A couple of things I'd like to mention since I've had it. Firstly, the follow up service from Paul was great, I had a small issue with the screen misaligned which Paul talked me through fixing (literally, just press a button in the back of the screen). Secondly, 10,000 games on a Pandora's Box in an arcade machine is too much, finding games, even with the search function, is cumbersome and all the handheld games aren't really suited for purpose. To overcome this, I stumbled across a team called Pandory. They have created software ($15usd) with tutorials to help you easily back up software and add games via USB. I now have 330 arcade games from the 90's (inc. NBA Jam TE) and I can't get the kids off of it!
How it compares.
MiniBeast Bartop
Frequently Asked Questions.
Does the MiniBeast bartop play the same games as a medium to full size upright?
Yes and sometimes even better! Up-to a 3k price point, arcade machines usually run a fixed gameboard with varied performance and 60 to 10,000 games. The hardware inside determines what you can play, not the cabinet size. Whether you are running a MiniBeast on a desk or a full-size upright, you are working with similar internals and similar experience.
How difficult is the MiniBeast to set up?
It arrives ready to play. Plug it in, switch it on. If you are adding the stand, it bolts together without any specialist tools or technical knowledge.
Do you ship across Australia?
Yes. Electro Arcade ships nationally. Enter your complete address during checkout to receive an accurate quote.
Do you offer Click and Collect?
Yes, reach out to us and we’ll work with you for collection from our Clayton, Vic warehouse. Feel free to place your order and should you chose to collect we’ll refund the shipping component.
What can the MiniBeast Bartop play?
As a guide, the MiniBeast Bartop is capable of playing consoles up to PSP. Which consoles and games are included can vary with each setup and games card.
What's in the box?
Every MiniBeast Bartop comes with: MiniBeast Bartop, Power Cable and Spare Button Pack.
Can I really move it by myself?
At 26kg, most people can manage short distances solo. For stairs or longer moves, two people makes it straightforward. It fits in the back of a standard SUV or hatchback without disassembly.
Is the bartop stable on the stand during heavy gameplay?
Yes. The anchor bolts and raised side rails lock the bartop and stand into a single rigid structure. It does not rock or shift during play. Of course please use with caution and ensure its placed in a safe and stable location.
What is the difference between the LED marquee and the acrylic topper?
The 3D LED marquee and underbody cycling LED strips are included as standard on every MiniBeast. The 3D printed acrylic topper is an optional add-on that sits above the marquee and significantly amplifies the visual presence of the machine – worth considering if the setup is going into a prominent spot in your home.
How does the MiniBeast compare in size to a budget arcade machine like Arcade1UP?
The MiniBeast is noticeably larger and heavier and uses thicker panels than an Arcade1UP: 26kg versus 17kg, and a bigger footprint overall. The more significant difference is what is inside: 10,000 games versus a max of 10, and an IPS screen with tempered glass versus a 17″ LCD with thin acrylic cover. They occupy different categories entirely.
What screen does the MiniBeast Bartop have?
The MiniBeast Bartop has a 19″ screen: IPS, tempered glass, 5:4 1280×1024 60Hz panel, 720p output, correct arcade picture ratio.
What controls does it have?
It has Sanwa-compatible quality arcade joysticks and 6 leaf-switch buttons + coin and start/pause per player. 2 players are built in, and it expands to 4 with USB gamepads.
What chipset does it use?
It runs on the Rockchip RK3566 (Pandora Alpha 3D Max+) (Quad-core Cortex-A55 up to 2.0GHz), with Mali-G52 graphics.
What operating system does it run?
The MiniBeast Bartop runs Linux with RetroArch.
How big and heavy is it?
It measures 56 x 49 x 65 cm and weighs 26kg.
How much storage does it have?
Storage: 128GB MicroSD. RAM: 1GB DDR4.
What does the 4-player setup actually involve?
Plug USB gamepads into the rear ports. By default these will be P3 & P4. That is the entire process. No configuration, no additional hardware purchase beyond the controllers.
What if I want to upgrade my machine down the track?
The MiniBeast is built for exactly that. Sanwa-compatible joysticks and leaf-style buttons are modular and widely available, and the USB ports support gamepad expansion. You are not locked into the configuration you start with.
Can I use headphones?
Yes, by turning off the amplifier and connecting your wired headphones to the gameboard jack at the rear of the machine.
Can I connect it to my TV?
Yes. The gameboard has HDMI out, located on the back door. To play on a bigger screen, just feed an HDMI cable through to your TV or monitor.
Full specs.
| Brand | MiniBeast |
|---|---|
| Model | MiniBeast Bartop |
| Operating System | Linux with RetroArch |
| Material | Laminated 18" MDF with vinyl printed wrap/steel brackets/elements, Tempered glass screen cover, lockable rear door - Optional side coin mechanism |
| Colours | Black various designs/ vinyl prints |
| Audio | Independent 20w upgraded amplifier and stereo speakers |
| Plays up to | PSP |
| Games included | 10,000 |
| Lighting | LED marquee, plus underbody RGB LEDs cycling through the RGB range |
| Display Size | 19″ |
|---|---|
| Technology | IPS, tempered glass |
| Resolution/ Ratio | 5:4 1280×1024 60Hz panel, 720p output, correct arcade picture ratio |
| CPU Brand | Rockchip |
|---|---|
| CPU Model | RK3566 (Pandora Alpha 3D Max+) |
| CPU Spec | Quad-core Cortex-A55 up to 2.0GHz |
| GPU Brand | ARM |
|---|---|
| GPU Model | Mali-G52 |
| USB | 2x USB ports for game-pad |
|---|---|
| Audio Out | Independent 20w upgraded amplifier and stereo speakers |
| HDMI | Yes |
| Controls | Sanwa-compatible joysticks; 6 leaf-switch buttons, coin and start/pause per player |
| Players (built in) | 2 |
| Players (max) | 4 |
| Joysticks | Sanwa-compatible quality arcade joysticks |
| Buttons | 6 leaf-switch buttons + coin and start/pause per player |
| Technology | Mains power via detachable 3 prong PC lead |
|---|
| RAM (Memory) | 1GB DDR4 |
|---|---|
| Storage Capacity | 128GB MicroSD |
| Product Dimensions | 56 x 49 x 65 cm |
|---|---|
| Product Weight | 26kg |
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