PETSCII Robots Arcade Cabinet Build

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  • Опубліковано 12 січ 2025

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  • @andydoane
    @andydoane 2 роки тому +779

    Looking forward to the video 25 years from now when the 8-Bit Guy retrobrites this vintage cabinet.

    • @Diego-oq3ih
      @Diego-oq3ih 2 роки тому +59

      A 75 years old David retrobrighting his own cabinet

    • @bhirawamaylana466
      @bhirawamaylana466 2 роки тому +16

      I think that should be his brother GeekPub to do the jobs, after all he the one who built it.

    • @gmcnewlook
      @gmcnewlook 2 роки тому +9

      Nothing to probably retrobrite? (Not sure about the longevity of the vinyl)

    • @cendrizzi
      @cendrizzi 2 роки тому +10

      @@gmcnewlook I think it was a joke :). (but maybe the buttons?)

    • @AristarcoPalacios
      @AristarcoPalacios 2 роки тому +10

      And fellow YTer Adrian Black trying to figure out why the Amiga board is behaving. XD

  • @TheGeekPub
    @TheGeekPub  2 роки тому +328

    UPDATE: The monitor has been repaired and the game is back in service.
    We decided the world needed a PETSCII Robots arcade cabinet. After it all the other releases it just seemed fitting!

    • @Tech_481
      @Tech_481 2 роки тому +2

      @@lovedfriend2020 Ya! I can't find anything on either of their channels

    • @TheVampireKit
      @TheVampireKit 2 роки тому

      ​@@lovedfriend2020 Link to The 8-Bit Guy's plan for the PETSCII Robots arcade (mixed in with other platforms). ua-cam.com/video/XoU3ZAOEaFc/v-deo.html

    • @TheVampireKit
      @TheVampireKit 2 роки тому

      @@Tech_481 Link to The 8-Bit Guy's plan for the PETSCII Robots arcade (mixed in with other platforms). ua-cam.com/video/XoU3ZAOEaFc/v-deo.html

    • @bellshooter
      @bellshooter 2 роки тому +5

      @Michael Arnold He said there would be a link WHEN the unit was back in the arcade!

    • @Tech_481
      @Tech_481 2 роки тому +1

      @@bellshooter I think Michael and I are currently looking for the first video that he mentioned also incorrect he said there will be a link that you can click on and check everyday to see when it'll be back. I'm sure it's probably a homemade website that says unfortunately it's still broken or something!

  • @bubbadmatt8124
    @bubbadmatt8124 2 роки тому +263

    The Murray bros attention to detail when it comes to either their builds or restorations on computers are simply exquisite. Man I wish I could have a cab and a vintage PC done by em. I'd have to get a place with more room tho. 😂

    • @inkblotthecolt
      @inkblotthecolt 2 роки тому +11

      Move over Parker Brothers
      The Murray Brothers are taking over.

    • @patemathic
      @patemathic 2 роки тому +3

      Nothing a few thousand bucks can't fix.

    • @green929392
      @green929392 2 роки тому +5

      paper clip power supply

    • @Technokrat1981
      @Technokrat1981 2 роки тому +6

      This is crazy, I was thinking the whole time watching the video, that they could be brothers... Same type of voice and they also move a little like the same way. Fine to have another channel to subscribe :D

    • @snafuet
      @snafuet 2 роки тому +5

      @@Technokrat1981 yeah, I was too, like "how and why did he copy David's intonation so well?", and then I realised 😂😂

  • @AndersEngerJensen
    @AndersEngerJensen 2 роки тому +320

    Wow! Those decals and graphics turned out way better than I had hoped! Excellent work guys! 🤩🤓😁

    • @CraigRodmellMusic
      @CraigRodmellMusic 2 роки тому +15

      Looks like you have many talents, Anders!

    • @Pracedru
      @Pracedru 2 роки тому +7

      Yeah great work Anders.

    • @johanlaurasia
      @johanlaurasia 2 роки тому +6

      Great job Anders!

    • @Colaholiker
      @Colaholiker 2 роки тому +6

      I was surprised, knowing your name for cool retro music so far, I was not aware that you are also skilled when it comes to graphics design. Great job!

    • @nyccollin
      @nyccollin 2 роки тому +4

      I’m just glad to see this guy support a small UA-camr by helping with the cabinet. I think this 8 bit guy could really be huge one day.

  • @CraigRodmellMusic
    @CraigRodmellMusic 2 роки тому +106

    One thing that is to be said for the Murray brothers: they show when things go wrong as well as when they go right. I look forward to seeing how the screen issue will be solved.

    • @TheGeekPub
      @TheGeekPub  2 роки тому +48

      Absolutely. This is real life, not the Kardashians!! 🤪

    • @CraigRodmellMusic
      @CraigRodmellMusic 2 роки тому +9

      @@TheGeekPub Thank God!

  • @killswitch2685
    @killswitch2685 Рік тому +10

    I love how both brothers can work together to get projects done. The two powerhouses of retro youtube :)

  • @jgunnink3
    @jgunnink3 2 роки тому +21

    This is amazing. David's brother is as good a carpenter as he is a computer programmer. What are the odds so much talent would be in one family?

    • @nrdesign1991
      @nrdesign1991 2 роки тому +7

      And he sounds exactly like his brother, just a bit deeper :D

  • @commanderlabs
    @commanderlabs 2 роки тому +58

    This has got to be one of the coolest things I have ever seen. Our team actually discussed building an arcade machine for one of our own games and this video has definitely reinvigorated that desire. The world needs more cabinets like these.

  • @mprebbz
    @mprebbz 19 днів тому

    The meticulous level of detail in your craftsmanship and upholding pride and quality in your work is truly a pleasure to watch. Thank you both for what you do!

  • @lucasmatos6201
    @lucasmatos6201 2 роки тому +13

    As some people say "There are many forms of art"
    Excellent work you did in that cabinet

  • @Nebbed
    @Nebbed 2 роки тому +22

    This must have been surreal for David/The 8-Bit Guy to have an arcade cabinet based on his game being built and put in place at an arcade. Awesome work you guys, and congrats! :D

    • @DanTDMJace
      @DanTDMJace 2 роки тому +1

      It was his idea, geekpub is his brother, and he talked to the arcade owner. Probably less surreal, but yes, surreal.

  • @nyccollin
    @nyccollin 2 роки тому +4

    It’s really nice to see this guy support a smaller UA-camr and help so much with the cabinet. I bet this 8 bit guy could be really popular one day.

  • @RyanSmith-hi2nv
    @RyanSmith-hi2nv 2 роки тому +18

    Looks absolutely amazing! I appreciate that you guys share things even when they go wrong. Hope it's up and running soon!

  • @S3gf4ult__
    @S3gf4ult__ 2 роки тому +11

    Both you and your brother have some awesome content. I am a programmer, geek, and a woodworker. This is quality stuff :)

  • @willallen7757
    @willallen7757 2 роки тому +7

    I've been doing carpentry of one form or another since 1987. You make it look very easy, I love how you hit the highpoints, there is a lot of good info compressed in this.

  • @OCDRex11
    @OCDRex11 5 місяців тому +1

    This was one of the coolest videos I have ever seen on YouYube, period. What a heckuva build! Great craftsmanship. MDF is such a rewarding media when building. It's like making sawdust out of sawdust, lol.

  • @AristarcoPalacios
    @AristarcoPalacios 2 роки тому +2

    I found myself smiling with a stupid smile when the finished unit was installed in the arcade. As if I was part of it all. This has been so awesome!! What an accomplishment for you, guys! So, so awesome!

  • @Dsun4456
    @Dsun4456 2 роки тому +9

    A code based save system might be a cool feature to implement (if possible) on the arcade machine in the future.

  • @kaitlyn__L
    @kaitlyn__L 2 роки тому +23

    That pneumatic nailgun really made me appreciate just how much hammering carpenters used to have to do until recently. Even sped-up, it’s clearly much simpler, easier, and more reliable. I used to think blacksmithing had to involve the most hammering pre-industrial revolution, but now I’m not so sure!

    • @willallen7757
      @willallen7757 2 роки тому +2

      Amen, driving nails requires lots of muscle memory and the proper hammer. It's amazing how hard it is to drive a nail with the wrong hammer.

    • @cameronwebster6866
      @cameronwebster6866 2 роки тому

      @@willallen7757 even just a different hammer of the right type can throw you off.

  • @droknron
    @droknron 2 роки тому +6

    What a beautiful cabinet. You and your brother are so talented, it's really nice to see you work together on something with him making the game and you making the cabinet. I look forward to more such collaborations :)

  • @firemyst9064
    @firemyst9064 Рік тому +1

    This is super detailed and tons of work. I'm glad you made this video to give me a solid snapshot of what entails making a custom cabinet vs buying one.

  • @andyshap
    @andyshap 2 роки тому +1

    So funny! I saw the thumbnail pop up on my feed and thought, "Sure, I'll watch some guy build a cabinet for David's game.". As I'm watching (and I see David in the vid), I'm thinking, "This guy sounds EXACTLY like David. Does everyone who lives near this area talk like this?". DUH! I finally made the connection. Loved the vid. Subscribed.

  • @TheVampireKit
    @TheVampireKit 2 роки тому +4

    Genius duplication of the 2nd side of the cabinet. Bummer on the CRT frying after installation. Great video. Beautiful work on it all.

  • @dwaynezilla
    @dwaynezilla 2 роки тому +15

    Damn, that cabinet looks fantastic! The cleanness of the build really takes it to the top level, and the overall look of it would more than fit in with cabinets back in the day! Well, put them to shame but it wouldn't look like it was from the future at least, hahah.

  • @The-truth-is-valuable.
    @The-truth-is-valuable. Рік тому

    By far, one of, if not thé neatest, of these Arcade Game builds, I have seen, on UA-cam.

  • @vagabondinglife
    @vagabondinglife 6 місяців тому

    I find the craftsmanship and attention to detail in these builds inspiring. It motivates me in my non-arcade projects. Thank you!

  • @P5ychoFox
    @P5ychoFox 2 роки тому +2

    That cabinet is a work of art. Hammering in that t-moulding looks so satisfying.

  • @Abaddon231
    @Abaddon231 6 місяців тому

    As a carpenter, and an electronics geek I truly love this content.

  • @marcelk.4371
    @marcelk.4371 7 місяців тому

    Wow, really great work and craftsmanship. I also love the cablework. Really a really nice and clean machine. Outside and on the inside!

  • @chancellor2755
    @chancellor2755 2 роки тому +1

    You can use a latex/water based primer with the All Surface Enamel oil you have, I worked at Sherwin Williams for over 10 years, Just about any of the "ProBlock" latex based primers will work and seal the MDF. You could also use XIM or All Surface Enamel water based.

    • @TheGeekPub
      @TheGeekPub  2 роки тому +1

      1) Never use Latex on arcades. 2) Latex outgases and causes vinyl to bubble. 3) ProBlock is terrible for arcades because vinly refuses to stick to it. 4) Go to rule 1

    • @chancellor2755
      @chancellor2755 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheGeekPub My point was, you claimed there was no oil based primer so the MDF was soaking up the ASE oil. You can prime with latex and topcoat with the All Surface Enamel Oil. That way the surface is sealed and the ASE coats better. If the top coat is All Surface Enamel Satin Oil like you have now I see no reason it should be any different for the vinyl to stick, ProBlock comes in several varieties including oil if you must, and also a bonding primer like XIM.

  • @steve_main
    @steve_main 2 роки тому +2

    Guys this is amazing. Imagine as a kid you knew you were going to do this. Childhood dreams come true!

  • @madnar9
    @madnar9 2 роки тому +1

    It’s funny - Petsci Robots in a cabinet has a very ‘Gauntlet’ vibe. Love it, wonderful build.

    • @TheGeekPub
      @TheGeekPub  2 роки тому

      I think you're confusing it with something else. Gauntlet looks nothing like this: www.videoamusement.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Gauntlet-II-Arcade-Game-from-Atari-80s-Event-Party-Rental.jpg

  • @drewcam
    @drewcam 2 роки тому +2

    You do amazing builds. I love to watch them. You build things the right way, and it shows in the finished product. Great video!

  • @WH1T3_No1SE
    @WH1T3_No1SE 2 роки тому

    It is refreshing to see a video of woodworking nowadays that isn't just a cnc router doing most of the work.

  • @Starchface
    @Starchface 2 роки тому

    Immaculate design and construction. The end product is top shelf. Well done everybody.

  • @international806yachting
    @international806yachting 2 роки тому +1

    My best friend and I just built our first Video Arcade machines (MAME) together. It was a great experience and we have learned a lot. I really like your cabinet, too. Well done! I am really tempted to steal one or two ideas for my next Video Arcade Machine cabinet, if I may. Thank you so much for sharing. You also have a new subscriber.

  • @roscohaines8508
    @roscohaines8508 2 місяці тому

    Wow , you guy's are so skilled and smart. Nice job.

  • @damouze
    @damouze 2 роки тому +1

    So cool to see an Amiga at the heart of this cabinet!

  • @PatonMacD
    @PatonMacD 9 місяців тому

    Mike... you do such amazing work. So glad you are doing this! And David's work is amazing as well. You guys are the Retro Dynamic Duo! LOL

  • @soberacidtrip
    @soberacidtrip 2 роки тому +1

    You are a complete and utter perfectionist. Incredible result.

  • @mortensteen
    @mortensteen 2 роки тому

    I will never not be completely awestruck by your ingenuity, skills, attention to detail and patience. What an absolute stellar job, Mike!

  • @herverouge2364
    @herverouge2364 2 роки тому

    You make me think of Alain, My old french friend, I love you guys!

  • @59withqsb12
    @59withqsb12 2 роки тому +2

    I've never been to America, but I'd come to play PETSCII Robots in an arcade. Awesome work, Murrays! Can't wait to see the next one. Best regards from the UK.

  • @abelfilho1834
    @abelfilho1834 2 роки тому +7

    Amazing job! You guys are brilliant. Greetings from Brazil.

  • @retrodevdroid3670
    @retrodevdroid3670 2 роки тому +1

    So glad I watched till the end.

  • @bbuggediffy
    @bbuggediffy 11 місяців тому

    This is really great craftmanship. Well done

  • @Recordology
    @Recordology 2 роки тому

    Amazing craftsmanship. And equally amazing how you and your brother have the exact same vocal timbre and patterns.

  • @prestonostra
    @prestonostra 2 роки тому +1

    An amazing epic project; from programming the game to construction of the cabinet. From scratch. 👏 Bravo

  • @RobSchofield
    @RobSchofield 2 роки тому +1

    A clever cabinet design, expertly assembled. Great video!

  • @DailyCorvid
    @DailyCorvid Рік тому

    This arcade machine is really something!
    Congratulations to you both.
    The stuff you two are coming out with - this content is superb I really enjoy watching :)

  • @Arcadehollywood
    @Arcadehollywood Рік тому

    Really enjoyed this episode!! I just stumbled onto this channel! As somebody that collects, restores and documents the arcade game / pinball experience it's so great to see other channels take this stuff on! Sweet!!!!

  • @MegaAndroyd
    @MegaAndroyd 2 роки тому +1

    When you added the CRT bezel, it immediately reminded me of the movie Explorers and their homemade spaceship with it's CRT bezel as a window.

    • @TheGeekPub
      @TheGeekPub  2 роки тому

      I totally forgot about that. I guess I need to rewatch that movie.

  • @TheAcadianGuy
    @TheAcadianGuy 2 роки тому

    Thank you for showing us how to recreate an old arcade cabinet. Your skills are amazing!

  • @ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST
    @ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST 2 роки тому +4

    I'm not into vintage gaming or arcade machines, but I can't avoid getting excited at stuff like this. The craftsmanship and all the knowledge behind it is very satisfying to me. Makes me feel warm inside. 😌

  • @deleted_redacted
    @deleted_redacted 2 роки тому

    It turned out GREAT! So clean and professional, very well done! Congrats.

  • @ironmage1
    @ironmage1 9 місяців тому

    Now this is craftsmanship! Well done!

  • @sm98710
    @sm98710 2 роки тому

    Ah those Petscii flybacks, they get you every time!
    Enjoyed this episode and developed a great appreciation for your skill and talents.

  • @ianbasore
    @ianbasore 2 роки тому

    I love that you used an Amiga 500! Very cool!

  • @W4TRI_Ronny
    @W4TRI_Ronny 2 роки тому +4

    Not since I stood in line to play Dragons Lair have I seen a cooler machine! Great work!

  • @accessfm
    @accessfm 2 роки тому

    Love that you have a new video up.... it's been 5 months since your last!
    Great to see you back.

  • @Axonteer
    @Axonteer 2 роки тому +2

    My dad was a carpenter and i think he would have approved the wuality in this. Yes he was more the roof or winter garden builder and less the furniture man but he always said, go slow and do it once, rushing the job will only have you come back fixing it up later.
    I wish he was still around, so many cool things could have been built. Anyway , really like the craftsmanship eventhough im less of an arcade player and more just a pc gamer 🥰

  • @alvaroff81
    @alvaroff81 2 роки тому +2

    Amazing work, I´m impressed by the attention to detail that you and your brother display on every single project, keep it up!

  • @Cino2424
    @Cino2424 2 роки тому +4

    awesome work. i followed the whole process of developing the game. and now you made rhe right hardware

  • @wanderandargo
    @wanderandargo 2 роки тому

    That marquee looks amazing lit up under the acrylic!

  • @curiousottman
    @curiousottman 2 роки тому

    Absolutely incredible. This cabinet is a work of art.

  • @cromulence
    @cromulence 2 роки тому

    That cabinet is absolutely beautiful. What an amazing build!

  • @kimkimpa5150
    @kimkimpa5150 2 роки тому

    I love that I can hear that you're brothers just on your voice :)

  • @Digitalsurfer265
    @Digitalsurfer265 2 місяці тому

    This is super cool! I could see the cabinet making be a lot easier with a CNC

    • @TheGeekPub
      @TheGeekPub  2 місяці тому

      You buy us CNC and we'll do it!

  • @jerrylarch6556
    @jerrylarch6556 2 роки тому

    Love this stuff. And what better way to celebrate this game than by designing and building an arcade cabinet to play it on! Those of us who remember the coin-op days are super excited to see the build and all the considerations for it. Great work guys!

  • @christhomas7905
    @christhomas7905 Рік тому +1

    I tapped on this link that came up, I follow David's channel but forgot he has a brother with a channel too 🤦
    I kept looking and saying to myself "woah! David has changed" 😮 have I missed a few updates? You both look and sound so much alike but with a few differences, and I was so confused as to who I was watching... I need to lay off of the vodka in the evening 😂 anyway I want to say after all that rambling... fantastic project, that arcade looks to epic! Well done 👏🏼
    And also I'm now following your channel too, so I will be nerding out alot now 😅
    Thanks 😊

  • @LeeJ79
    @LeeJ79 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome, I wish I had the space, time and tools (and skill) to do this! Thanks for the video

  • @mathewboswell4562
    @mathewboswell4562 2 роки тому

    Holy crap this was an AWESOME build video! Loved every minute of it!

  • @musicbinderpro8903
    @musicbinderpro8903 2 роки тому

    Wow! Congratulations! It’s amazing! I’m so happy for David to see his game in an arcade cabinet. 👍 👍 👍

  • @TheDanielSpies_Arcades
    @TheDanielSpies_Arcades 9 місяців тому

    Beautiful cabinet, and a wonderful video. Watched it 3 times now 😂

  • @zezerik
    @zezerik 2 роки тому

    Awesome video once again. I love your attention to detail and taking the time to do things right even it doesn't go 100% right the first try. Thanks for the video!

  • @TheMixmastamike1000
    @TheMixmastamike1000 6 місяців тому

    incredible job on the cabinet!

  • @NeverlandSystemZor
    @NeverlandSystemZor 2 роки тому

    When ever I get to that area, I will LOVE to stop by and play that game!

  • @HisVirusness
    @HisVirusness 2 роки тому +25

    Excellent craftsmanship. It's unfortunate what happened to the CRT, but hopefully that'll only be a minor bump in the road towards this cabinet being operational again. The actual price you pay for new old-stock, right?

  • @MikeDancy
    @MikeDancy 2 роки тому +1

    that is a serious woodworking shop you have there.

  • @joeschmo5171
    @joeschmo5171 2 роки тому

    Boy, that is such a clean build you guys did here. This was an absolute pleasure to watch. Thank you for sharing this with us, and I hope to someday see this game come through my local arcade! Looking forward to the SEGA Genesis port.

  • @Reed-Publications
    @Reed-Publications 2 роки тому +1

    You guys did an excellent job with the arcade. Well done!

  • @TheHardcoreLegends
    @TheHardcoreLegends 7 місяців тому

    Damn that thing looks clean. Very good work

  • @electricadventures
    @electricadventures 2 роки тому

    Cabinet came out very well, build process was very interesting too.

  • @cpace123
    @cpace123 2 роки тому

    It's fun to see more traditional techniques. I have a small shop, and rely on my CNC for a lot of the work I do. Sometimes I still do work the traditional way. In some ways it's more satisfying. Smart idea using your large format printer. I also purchased one for shop work. I also have made few arcade cabinets, and like your front hinge solution.

  • @EdwinSteiner
    @EdwinSteiner 5 місяців тому

    Such a nice build! Congratulations!

  • @picklecrd
    @picklecrd 2 роки тому +1

    Brings back memories seeing that cabinet build... Worked on arcade machines in the late 80s and early 90s when in highschool (my dad had a business). Only change I would make is I would have mounted the computer hardware under that board or on the side to protect it from being "coke-ed" (when someone sets a coke on the control panel and then spills it.). Always made a real mess in the coin box 😀.

  • @cemmy410
    @cemmy410 2 роки тому

    This is a really, really clean build. Gotta love ferrules!

  • @SchardtCinematic
    @SchardtCinematic 2 роки тому

    Great Job on the cabinet. Dave looked so happy to see his game in a classic coin op style machine. Even his didn't need quarters.

  • @xaGe__
    @xaGe__ 2 роки тому

    Great job on the cab.

  • @LunarJim69
    @LunarJim69 2 роки тому

    Great stuff as ever. Definitely Scottish blood in you with you being an excellent engineer!

  • @jeremycayea7541
    @jeremycayea7541 2 роки тому

    Wow amazing work! I learned quite a bit from this video. I made a mame box a number of years ago and there’s a lot of techniques you used that would have saved me a great deal of time. Thanks for the video!

  • @benmcgeehan
    @benmcgeehan 2 роки тому

    Wow, so much respect for your skills and attention to detail.

  • @NeoAF10
    @NeoAF10 2 роки тому

    Amazing!!! You both guys sound very similar! 😱

  • @Dorff_Meister
    @Dorff_Meister 2 роки тому

    Kudos to you one the awesome build! Kudos to Robin for having his game IN AN ARCADE! How bad-ass is that?!

  • @hysel1234
    @hysel1234 2 роки тому

    It's amazing how much you and David sound the same 😀

  • @lanishx8935
    @lanishx8935 2 роки тому

    Hope people fully appreciate just how many different skillsets and years of experience it takes to create things like this!

  • @kristofferhellstrom
    @kristofferhellstrom 2 роки тому

    Wow.. Damn you're good! It looks amazing

  • @HoHoPlays
    @HoHoPlays 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! I'll definitely be checking it out at the Starship Arcade when its back up and going.

  • @kristofferhellstrom
    @kristofferhellstrom 2 роки тому +2

    Really interesting video. You and your brothers voices are very similar :P

  • @MrMaxeemum
    @MrMaxeemum 2 роки тому

    This my first visit to your channel and I'm amazed just how similar you and David sound alike.