Killer Instinct Arcade1Up Review! - Official Exclusive here First!
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- Опубликовано: 4 фев 2025
- Today's video is the 1st Review of the upcoming Killer Instinct 3/4 scale arcade machine by Arcade1up. This is a in depth review of the new machine so it's a long video because I want to cover as much as I can. This video we are only talking about the main machine and going through all the things except for the online features. The online features will be in a upcoming video in a few weeks because we haven't had the chance to test them yet. I wanted to split up the offline and online videos so I could spend more time talking about how close this is to the original Killer Instinct Arcade machine from back in 1994 because at that time it didn't have online features. So, I hope you enjoy this in depth review of the Arcade1up Killer Instinct from Taste Makers LLC. Thanks for watching Twisted Gaming TV.
Is there good? Yes there is! Is there bad? Yes there is! We will talk about it and explain it.
This is the first Exclusive hands on review. Enjoy!
This has been by far the best review for this and I appreciate it immensely. I want one so bad. I only played the original once back when it was new. Never played KI 2, only played the home console versions of them. Thanks for showing a positive light on arcade 1ups work. It looks like they earned it.
This is actually the only Official Review of KI Arcade1up.
It is very clear that the review was well thought out, honest, and detailed. You didn’t rush this, and gave us a ton of great information.
Probably the most important review of any cabinet from A1up so far. We appreciate the time and effort that went into this, thank you.
I appreciate that I made it where it was needed to be explained so people could make their own decisions. 👊🏻
Note: I’m out of town right now so for any comments I’ll respond when I can.
Thanks for the review ! My mind was made up months ago but after watching this , I definitely feel comfortable with my decision. It's a beautiful cab and I look forward to seeing how the online play is . Thanks again 💯
Welcome
Take a shot every time he says 'you know"
We would all be too drunk by then 😂
For $700, you'd think they would actually use high quality Sanwa sticks (or similar) and springs so people didn't have to replace them.
It is what it is 🤷🏼♂️
Yep, I dont get it. They didnit with limited ed marvel vs xmen cab.
It’s mostly licensing cost
Now they guna make a pro version and i bet they going to price it at $1,300-$1,600....they want to push as much money as they can....
Dude, you're living the life. Family, arcades you can play until boredom. Walk away and comeback and relive it over and over again.
Truth
Nice work Chris! I appreciate all the detail you went into this review. 👍🏼
You’re welcome. I’ll go live in a few days to answer any other questions and talk a little more about it.
Great review, loved how you went over everything pros and cons, comparing with original cabinet…this is a true honest review anyone wanting this cabinet needs to see.
Thank you for this video, Great Job!
You’re welcome.
Great Review brotha 👏.. So glad it passed the Twisted Test..!!! Great to see u again and hear ur voice..!!
Thanks man!
I can guarantee you I was the previous owner of that Mortal Kombat II banner you got hanging. I’m happy to see it’s a nice home now and I love your honest detailed review of the cab. Good stuff, brother! I guess nobody talks about where they got their merchandise from..
How can people talk where they got their stuff from when we have buy so much? 😂
This is the first and the only detailed review on this cab you will ever see lads. A bloody honest review there won't be another like this. You didn't disappoint lad well done. I challenge any youtuber to top this proper review. Ultimate combo!
Yessir 👊🏻 “Never Fake, Always Awake” - Twisted Gaming
Amazing job bro....you were absolutely the best person to review this early!! Im buying it now!! U rock!!! 👊
Glad to see you back on here & still going!! Keep going (it’s important!! For aspiring RUclipsrs) quick question, what game do think is worth investing in? A rare game that could resell for a high amount in a short span of time?
Thanks for the review Chris! Great work!
I pre-ordered this when you went live on UAG’s stream and glad I did. You my boy blue!
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I think the Arcade 1up version looks pretty darn good actually for what it is. I’m going to buy it now. Impressed. I’m definitely going to change out the buttons and sticks with Happs. Thanks for the detailed review.
Agreed. You’re welcome.
ULTRAAAAAAA REVIEWWWWW!!! R-R-R-R-REVIEW BREAKER!!!! MASSSTER REVIEW!!!
Thanks man
Thanks for the review man!!!! Makes me feel confident of my purchase! You honesty is much appreciated! Keep doing what your doing!!!
You’re welcome.
Great review. I pre-ordered day 1 and was a little worried about some of the things you addressed. Now, I think I'm excited :)
Awesome
Great review! Chris you made an awesome job in this review. Honest as we expected. You delivered for the arcade nostalgic fans that we are. Thank you for the tips to upgrade the Controls and Speakers.
More videos to come on this. Thanks for watching.
NICE REVIEW from someone who can really compare A1up with an original arcade machine, great info !
Yessir 👊🏻
Killer review thx for putting this together. I like the option to plug in speakers and do some basic mods. Can't wait to get on the leaderboards.
Yessir thanks for watching 👊🏻
I own 7 Arcade1up cabs this one just like big blue i ordered the moment pre-orders went live. Thanks for the great review. I do wish you put a link for the speakers in the description but I'll find them. Look forward to more content
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Thanks for the review. Basically what I expected as far as the cabinet quality. You buy enough of these things and you know going into it that you’ll upgrade controls at the very least. Glad that the emulation is so precise. Having KI running properly is worth it alone.
Yeah it runs great on the emulation.
Wow my man this review was dope. I'm definitely satisfied with my purchase. I look forward to losing to each person in the comments that purchased KI.
Thanks for taking the time out and posting your review as soon as possible. I'm a big Ki fan too🤤
You’re welcome.
Thanks for the review. Very informative. I will keep my pre-order. Again...BIG thanks to you!
Welcome
Appreciate the content and in-depth review! Looking forward to playing KI on this cab!
You’re welcome
Holy shit man-- as soon as I heard that music- I almost jizzed in my pants!!🤣🤣🤣
so glad I preordered this… I already ordered an entire klipsch 2.1 speaker and sub system for this and the OG dark blue happ controls…
Thanks you for reviewing this… even more excited than I was before… 👍😃
Nice glad you enjoyed it.
@8-Bit Vinyl Can you send a link or post one on your channel about the speakers. I already ordered the sticks and buttons but now want some kick ass sound ready for it.
Man I can't wait for this cabinet. Great review on the cabinet....I was getting it anyway. Again I am glad you got it to do an honest review on this cabinet since you have the original.
I’m glad you enjoyed it. Honestly is the best policy. 👊🏻
@@TwistedGamingTV yes it is.
Really detailed, great job man, God bless!
Thank you
Good job Chris. Glad you got to do this. Interesting comparison work, we knew the result but it's good to see it documented 1:1
Just put in my order for one thank you for your help with your review!!
Welcome
Thanks for the review and I can’t wait until mine arrives!
So exited about this. KI was my favorite game growing up, I left so many quarters playing this as a kid..however taking out the "Ultra 64" of the original intro is kind of a bummer for me. That announcement always give the chills and a part of me will always wait for it before playing. Great video tho thanks!
That intro is owned by Nintendo since its U64 so they just can’t do it.
Great job on the review brother, I really enjoyed this. Enjoy your weekend 👍
Thanks man you enjoy yours too!
Great review sir. Loved how you went into detail about the pros and cons of the cabinet
Thanks for watching. 👊🏻
I’m glad you finally got it and got to put up this review. I know you’ve been talking about it for awhile. Thanks for the non biased “ no bs” review. I literally have zero interest in arcade1up or original arcades games. But I like to listen to you talk about them. Good review very helpful for people who are interested. Good job Chris. Keep doing what you’re doing man.👍🏽
Thanks 👊🏻
So if you don’t put the usb on the monitor how is the sound from the game coming though? Really hope this gets answered. I’d love to to see in depth how you did that.
I can change controls and get a new marquee.
3.5mm Jack wire on speakers. USB is just powering it but have it externally hooked up.
"Available for your home in 1995." Well 27 years later, they finally did that!
Lmao yeah
Thank you so much for this review. It looks great for what it is. That said, every second of this review confirmed that I made the right choice in fabricating my own reproduction Killer Instinct cab. It was worth the time and every single penny considering the trade offs from this machine and the added costs for necessary upgrades.
Nice and you’re welcome
what rom are you using the mame? im buying this cab simply for the new rom , online etc.. make sense?
@@johnjay7445 online is the selling point.
Awesome to see an honest review by someone as knowledgeable on this game as yourself. Thanks for taking time to do this for the rest of us.
You’re welcome.
Good review, Chris! About what we expected... change the controls, fix the audio, and then you'll have a playable $700 cab (lol).
Wow! That's a hell of a review. You forgot to examine both machine samples under the microscope? LOL! 😂🤣 Cheers buddy!
Next video? 🤷🏼♂️😂
It should also be noted that if people just want a legal way to play the arcade versions of KI and KI2, both of them are available if you buy the season packs of Killer Instinct on Xbox One and they also include online play if they can't afford the increased price of this Arcade 1up. It's the same port by Code Mystics as that is being used in this arcade machine.
Most people already know their on Xbox.
At the price, there's no reason why someone should have to replace the controlers and buttons right out of the box. There's zero excuse for that. It looks like a nice cab and the emulation works perfectly. I'll pick it up after the price drops. (Big blue is already discounted $100). Patience.
It is what it is.
Very happy that they made new logos for the intro and didn't just cut them out completely. Not having the (Ultra 64 tag line) is ok and keeps that special to the original arcade.
Yeah I was on them about that they need some kind of intro happy for what they did.
Great review. I appreaciate the detailed comparison between the Original version and Arcade 1up version.
I love your classic Arcade 1up KI I' will look into controller modded for sure Thanks for sharing this video info and great comparison with both arcades
Welcome 👊🏻
Are you upgrading the controls/buttons? If so, let us know if it improves your ability to pull off the big combos, or you're still only successful 1 outta 3 or 4 tries. Do you have a link to the upgraded controls and installing them?
Waiting on them to come in.
Great super thorough review man!
Thank you
Goosebumps everywhere as soon as the intro comes on. Nothing beats the original cabinet, even the audio is better. Just curious how much is the original cabinet, I see around 5K online. But take my $$$ regardless lol
BTW, great review mates 😎
Thanks for watching. The original KI starts around $2,000+ all depends on condition and location. Texas is more expensive because we have a mass arcade collector following out here so prices are higher compared to other areas. They’re rare so you can just put any price on it and it may sell or may not.
OMG!! i must own this!! Love KI since 1994!! I do own a KI2 PCB, but this I have to have!
Nice
Great review Twisted. I appreciate the time and effort you put into doing it.
No problem took 2 days to get everything in order and 8 hours of editing 😂
@@TwistedGamingTV good video brother
Bro I really appreciate what you've done for us your review was thorough and feels honest I rocks with you bro and I hope you continue to do other reviews of items that relate to us in the Twisted community.
Thanks. Realest Review you’ll get. 👊🏻
Great job Chris! Great to see you!!!
Thanks
Boss that is awesome. One suggestion to make the power plugs nicer I'd cut a whole in the back and place a surge protector inside so everything can be plugged in. That way only one cord has to come out the back of the unit. Overall thank your for this review along with the upgrade tips. Brings back memories of the arcade and hearing the killer instinct game screaming from across the room lol.
Thanks and yeah I was planning on doing that just was didn’t do it before the video lol.
New b question here… I had to have this and ordered this. How did you hook up the $20 speakers to the cabinet, to ge the sound? I see you’re getting power on a separate cord.
Just hook the speakers into a usb block and plug it in.
I still want a Killer Instinct Arcade1up. Awesome Video man
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Thanks for the thorough review. It's especially curious how A1U didn't pay closer attention to the sound aspect; hearing the game booming in an arcade was part of its draw. Were you able to somehow mount those USB speakers in the same place as the stock speakers?
I just mounted them inside the cab.
The marquee, speakers and controls are all obvious cost cutting measures by the company.
@@xcom6466 yeah but easy and cheap to change out and make it how you like it.
@@TwistedGamingTV it didn't sound muffled at all doing that?
Great fucking review man. Really glad to hear the emulation is spot on. Really looking forward to this.
Thanks man 👊🏻
It's nothing like the Original but it's cool for what it's worth. If I get it I will have to upgrade the controls. Nice Video ! @TwistedGamingTV
Shawn!!!!!! Thanks brother for watching!
@@TwistedGamingTV No problem Brother ! 👊🏽
Hey Twisted Chris. Thank you for the review. I'm patiently waiting for New Wave Toys to make Mortal Kombat and Killer Instinct Replicades. When they finally do I'll let you know! I know your a huge fan of both those franchises! Heck they made Street Fighter 2 and Dragon's Lair( both I purchased). Have a good weekend!
Welcome man
Damn you are the smoothest reviewer to date, thanks alot dude. I still was deciding on whipping out $700+ for just 2 games basically...still deciding but now I know I would have to definitely switch out the sticks and Buttons for sure like my other Cabs. Great review my dude 😎
You’re welcome. I’m going live this Friday at 7pm central time talking about it.
Unrelated to the 1 up i have a question, is the hard drive on your dedicated ki still good or did you have ti go sd card conversion (reason I asked i did service for 10 years and ki had that Toshiba laptop drive alot i encountered failed)
Still running on the original hard drive.
@@TwistedGamingTV that is great alot of them even with the fans if left in attract 24/7 the Toshiba drive would throw red dots on inspect screen.
Amazing review, thanks so much totally subscribed. I decided to cancel my preorder and wait on the pro version. Hopefully they address most of what you mentioned.
Sick home arcade BTW, love your cabs…
Thanks for watching 👊🏻
Thankyou for your honest review.
Love your in depth analysis I now know exactly what I'm getting.
Subscribed 👍
Welcome
Great review my man. 1up should be happy they sent it to ya for review. If it was trash you would have iveserated it. You prob have sold this cab to tons of people on the fence. We all know you don't shill and give no fucks. Hats off man. Great review
I appreciate that and you’re right I don’t care if anyone buys it or not. Make your own decision from my point of view.
Twisted Gaming what up...long time no talk...I have sold all my A1UPS but I just need help with 1 thing...where can I find an entire replacement joystick for the original TMNT A1UP...(original wiring)
Have you checked on eBay?
@@TwistedGamingTV ya I was just seeing if there was an actual company that sold them
@@braxton4593 to be honest I would Google and see if any company pops up.
@@TwistedGamingTV right on bro...you been doing ok... Haven't been keeping up with the gaming industry as of late
@@braxton4593 I’ve been doing the best I can I guess.
Dang, that original intro is KILLER!
Hahahaha
Thank you for the review twisted gaming….was expecting having to change the controls but not the speakers?!
Speakers are ok until you crank the sound all the way up.
it's not the speakers that are the problem. it's the audio output from the pcb. some say it's because of the recent audio split to the control deck headphone jack. it's also been said that the headphone jack produces better audio. you can also plug usb speakers into the pcb, but you'll have to get power elsewhere if they need power.
I experienced an issue where the game often crashes. I'm not sure if it has something to do with the Wifi being connected. Does it happen on yours too?
I haven’t that problem yet.
Got the 1up unit today, I'm right with you on going from the arcade to the 1up button setup, it's not bad but do you have a Link to the control setup switch out? I feel the joystick is a little short, so looking for a setup close to original.
Thank you very much!
Here’s where you buy all the joysticks and buttons. www.arcaderenovations.com/suzo-happ-arcade-parts.html
Awesome thank you so much!
What's the best button g- force, the give 3 options 20g, 50, 75g...what did you find best with the fast action button pressure
@@RPG-GT mine I got are 75g cherry switches
What controls would you buy?Will any happ kit work?How would you fix the marquee?What are the dimensions of the marquee?
I used to play this on the original and no emulator has ever did it any justice..I can’t wait till KI control panel attachment mod kit for cab are released as well…I’m so excited to receive this..thank you for your review 🙏🏽
I’m getting HAPP put in mine. I have a guy sending me a marquee for this. Not sure if the dimensions of the marquee I’ll need to measure.
You are the man Chris. Great job on this review!
You’re welcome.
Great review thank you 👊🏼
Welcome
I pre-ordered my can't wait!
Are there any joysticks and buttons that pretty plug and play without having to drill?
I’m not sure I haven’t researched it yet but I’m putting HAPP in mine.
Thank you very much for this review!! I was waiting to pull the trigger on this, but Arcade1Up just announced the KI PRO SERIES Edition that has a whole bunch of new upgrades. What are your thoughts on what they upgraded hardware wise?
I would go with pro if you want one looks way better!
Really appreciate this review man! I have a pre-order but I'm still on the fence. I'm wondering if you have played the code mystic versions on Xbox one. I'm really interested in getting a dedicated cab to play on original hardware and kinda think putting 700$ towards that would make more sense?
Yeah I have KI on Xbox one.
Good stuff sir.I was debating on this cab but after your review all my doubt's have been put to rest.might do the audio revamp like you did but other then that it will be a great addition to my MK cab that I already own.🙌🙂💯✅
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Sweet review I love KI and have mine pre-ordered can you put a link for the speakers in the review! Thanks for doing this.
I hope this review helps you out if you’re on the fence of buying one. Watch the review and make your own personal decision if you want to buy it. I’m not here to tell you to buy it or not. I’ll go live in a few days to talk more about it and to answer questions. -Twisted
Speakers and buttons/stick I can swap them on in 40mins. Those aren't big deal to me. Selling point for everyone should be that arcade1up/code mystics NAILED THE GAMEPLAY!!!!!! Everything else can get modded. Already pre paid for this. Thanks for the review dude. Excited
@@mugenvagabond2996 welcome.
Very thorough review Chris! Speakers and sticks I can live with (and expected). I may swap out sticks on mine like I did for SF legacy though. Great to see the emulation is perfect - speed it ran at was my biggest concern but looks like A1up/ code mystics did an awesome job! Can’t wait to get mine and will see you on the online lobbies and take a beating from you 😭
Yeah when it finally releases I should be use to it by then. 👊🏻
99 lives will probably make a bigger control deck
@@jollygreen9377 if there’s money to be made I’m sure they will. 😂
@@TwistedGamingTV Yep lol
Thanks for the review Chris, I already have all the parts to upgrade controls and sound here as I knew those were going to be L’s from 1up, and you just validated that decision. Hopefully ArcadeGameFactory can get the improved Marquee out fast and I can have a pretty solid replica in my man cave! Great review, looking forward to more content revolving around this! -Brian Buck
Yes more content next week.
2 Questions.
1: What are the last bonus games, Battletoads 8-bit and 16 bit. are they the NES and Genesis versions?
2: How is the Input latency compared to original arcade?
Yes 8bit and 16bit just not sure what system they came from. I’ll go over the input latency in the next video. Was trying to cram everything I could in this video and not make 2 hours long lol
Arcade 1up has really stepped up their game, no pun intended. Their recent cabs are looking more and more like the real thing. Back in 2018, they were so generic. Every generation, they rolled out new features and it has paid off.
True they have came a long way from first Gen. I think they’ll get better in time.
Great review brother 💪🏾 I'm surprised that they were able to emulate KI as well as they did. Code Mystics are truly masters at their craft.
I agree pretty amazing to say the least.
its an emulation of the arcade roms? with added online function? worth buying just for that new rom right?
@@johnjay7445 yes it’s the emulation of the arcade.
@@johnjay7445 runs good too
Awesome review Chris. I can't wait to have mine at my retro wall cade.
Awesome!
What speakers would you recommend and controls to replace the stock 1up? Also the website to purchase?
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Great review. Gave a lot of insight thank you.
Welcome
also the other issue with ultra combos on the arcade 1up and you see this with Mame arcades as well is the timing. Since we aren't playing on the original hardware which had a certain latency our reactions are used to the original timings on the original machine compared to the A1U machines since its not the original timing latency.
Hey thank you so much for this awesome review, i want one just for the game
Thanks glad you enjoyed.
John D says its the same speakers they been using. And we needed to plug in the audio jack all the way in...... So my thought is when they added that headphone jack to the deck it messed up the speaker volume
I approve the emulation of Orchids tatas.
She has some nice ones
I love the sound she makes lol
Great review, quick question when you have a moment, what did they use for the restrictor gate on the arcade1up ki cab? Thanks.
I’ll have to check when I get back home Sunday.
Awesome review. I would love to get this eventually, and marvel vs. capcom 2.
Yup everyone wants that MVC2
It looks pretty cool, I’m probably going to get one!!!!!!!
Great arcade room. I got mk 1,2 & ultimate, wwf wrestlefest, wwf wrestlemania, ki & ki2, marvel vs capcom 2, shinobi, and contra
Thanks chris… def happ controls and good sub stereo system but honestly no shocker there.. plan to do that anyways. The cramped control deck I’m more worried about…probably might redo the whole deck with arcade 1 up gen 1-2 deck for more room
I hear ya. I just wanted to make the review real and honest so if anyone buys it they already know what they need to do.