The 2014 BYOAC User Choice Awards need your nominations!

[UCA]

Welcome to the 4th Annual BYOAC User Choice Awards Nomination Thread!

We are back to recognize the most innovative, well executed, original, and fun builds completed in 2014 across a broad range of categories.  Feel free to nominate more than one project and don't feel obligated to nominate something for every category.  Your participation is paramount to having another great event so let us know what knocked your socks off.   

As you may well know the UCAs are administered by a board of forum members to ensure that the BYOAC UCA process remains above reproach.  This year's board is again chaired by Yotsuya, DaOld Man, BobA, DrVenture, and Le Chuck who will use the UCA account to open UCA threads and post any administrative actions.  UCA is a non voting entity.   

The Rules:  There are a few minor tweaks this year based on feedback from the community from the last few years of doing this so give'em a quick read whydontchya?

• No user can win the same category two years running.  Ms. America rules apply, you have to pass the tiara.  That doesn't mean users can't nominate a project deserving of praise, they just shouldn't get bent out of shape when it doesn't make the final voting thread.
• To be eligible a project must have been POSTED as completed between 01 JAN 2014 and before 31 DEC 2014.  We get it, sometimes things don't get posted on time, that's okay, we do this every year.  If it was that good it'll still be that good next time.
• Users are NOT allowed to nominate or second their OWN projects. Nominations should come from the community at large.
• Categories must have at least 3 valid confirmed (thirded) entries to remain categories.  Those that don't will be awarded honorable mentions at the end of the nomination window.
• Categories with 6 or more entries may be split up into sub categories providing that the breakdown allows two complete new categories. For example: fullsize builds could be broken down into Uprights and Other or Uprights and Cocktails depending on what has been nominated.  This is not mandatory and will be based on the consensus of the board.
• Any UCA board member recommended and confirmed for a category will recuse himself of having anything to do with that category.
• Rule #7...THERE IS NO RULE #7!
• Decisions on whether or not something is a valid entry (fuzzy dates, versions, completeness) will be made by the consensus of the board and once published are not subject to a flame war.
• Voting will be conducted in the same automated manner as every year, board members can vote, and their role is purely administrative.

To nominate please reply with this format:

Category: Name of Build or Project: Link
<img from build thread is welcome, please size to no more than 300px wide to keep the thread readable.>
<optional description of why nominated for that category>

Any project nominated three time (by different users ) will make it to the voting threads which will open NLT 01 FEB 2014.  That thread will close on 01 MARCH 2014 so make sure and scrub through this last year's builds then put up the links that you think progressed the hobby, just make sure whatever you're nominating was "complete" after 01 JAN 2014 and before 31 DEC 2014. 

Here's a list of this year's categories and a brief definition:

Fullsize Dedicated - Uprights, cockpits, V-Pins, Racers, and showcase cabs that demonstrate outstanding theme, style, balance, and execution designed to play a specific title with a very limited playlist.

Fullsize Multi - Uprights, cockpits, V-Pins, Racers, and showcase cabs that demonstrate outstanding theme, style, balance, and execution designed to play a range of games over multiple genre and/or with an expansive playlists.

Small Dedicated - Bartops, Cocktails, Minis, Micros, Jukes, and cabs more easily defined by what they aren't, cab in furniture, cab disguised as something else that demonstrate outstanding theme, style, balance, and execution designed to play a specific title with a very limited playlist. 

Small Multi - Bartops, Cocktails, Minis, Micros, Jukes, and cabs more easily defined by what they aren't, cab in furniture, cab disguised as something else that demonstrate outstanding theme, style, balance, and execution designed to play a range of games over multiple genre and/or with an expansive playlists..

Pedestals - Breakout category from non-standards.  Builds defined as a stand alone unit containing controls and gaming hardware that uses separate monitor for gameplay.

Hardware - custom built or modified controls, lighting, products, or other physical cab elements that are new or improved this past year and advanced the hobby. 

Software - this can be a piece of code or specialty tool user written or created this past year that created or improved emulation capability or generally increased software flexibility to include software hacks.

Thanks for taking the time to nominate your favorite(s) and help us document the best projects of 2014!

The UCA Board


Confirmed Nominations by Category
These have the requisite three nominations to make the vote-off in February   

Fullsize Dedicated (4): Lovers in a Dangerous Space Time by Sjaak*; Track & Field by Shrunkenmaster; Super Spacefortress Macross by Yotsuya; Moon Patrol by Elvis

Fullsize Multi (8]: Blip by Markc74; R-Pod MKII by Space Hedgehog; Flyn's Arcade by ChanceKJ; Broad Street Bullies by Malenko; Clint by Yamatetsu; Multiball Madness by Martijn; Project Retrocade by EMDB; Scooby Doo Mystery Pinball by jaharr01

Small Multi (5): Missile Command Cocktail by jahilbert; scottboxjr by rabbidpuppy; Sega Bartop by Grippie; Vigolix Invader by DeLuSioNal29; Outrun by JohnRT

Small Dedicated (3): Q*bert by 2084; Asteroids by Shrunkenmaster; Asteroids Deluxe by Louis Tully

Pedestal Cabs (5): Mario Pedestal by Louis Tully; Game of Thrones by Le Chuck; Turtlebox by PBJ; Beat'em-Up X by Locke141; TMNT by Severdhed

Hardware (4): Ultimarc Ultimate I/O Board by Andy; Test Pattern Generator by CraftyMech, Howler by engg100; Outrun View Selection Circuit by JohnRT

Software (1): Space Commander by slhomme




*2013 Fullsize category winner - ineligible for vote off but still a fantastic achievement

[jdbailey1206]

One full size nomination would have to be markc74's Blip cab.  I nominate it for the artwork alone.

[wp34]

One full size nomination would have to be markc74's Blip cab.  I nominate it for the artwork alone.

Seconded!

[wp34]

I'd like to nominate ChanceCK's Flynn's Arcade in the full-size upright category.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,135116.0.html



This project is a great example of how to do a 4-player LCD right.  The attention to detail is also off the charts!

[wp34]

For the fullsize upright category I'd like to nominate yotsuya's Super Spacefortress Macross.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,137636



This project is a great example of where our hobby can co-exist with dedicated cabinet collecting.  I love how he created something that looks authentic but is one of a kind.   The artwork in-particular is very impressive.

[Nephasth]

I'd like to nominate ChanceCK's Flynn's Arcade in the full-size upright category.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,135116.0.html



This project is a great example of how to do a 4-player LCD right.  The attention to detail is also off the charts!

Seconded.

For the fullsize upright category I'd like to nominate yotsuya's Super Spacefortress Macross.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,137636



This project is a great example of where our hobby can co-exist with dedicated cabinet collecting.  I love how he created something that looks authentic but is one of a kind.   The artwork in-particular is very impressive.

And seconded!

[Locke141]

For the fullsize upright category I'd like to nominate yotsuya's Super Spacefortress Macross.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,137636



This project is a great example of where our hobby can co-exist with dedicated cabinet collecting.  I love how he created something that looks authentic but is one of a kind.   The artwork in-particular is very impressive.

3rd

[BadMouth]

Category: Non-Standard
Build: SpaceHedgehog's R-Pod MkII

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138146.msg1426735.html#msg1426735

[EMDB]

I nominate Grippie's Sega Genesis Bartop for the Bartop category

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141069.0.html

[EMDB]

And jaharr01's Jacie's Arcade for the Fullsize cabs

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,142157.0.html

[jdbailey1206]

+1 for Yot's cab and Grippies bar top.  Both clean machines.

[EMDB]

I think Artwork would be a nice additional category...

[EMDB]

I nominate fr_303's Street Fighter Cab in the Fullsize cabs:

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141565.0.html

[harveybirdman]

Small cabs & Non Standards: I nominate PBJ's Turrtlebox



http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,137637.120.html

[BadMouth]

jaharr01's Jacie's Arcade for the Fullsize cabs

Seconded
I like the different, but correct looking coin door and artwork.

[pbj]

I fourth or fifth the Macross cabinet.  That was an interesting project.

Others that stick out in my mind this year:

Beat Em Up X:



Clint:



Castlevania pedestal:

EDIT: Oops.  Didn't read the date.

Severdhed's TMNT pedestal, especially because several people have been inspired by it:



Malenko's 90s Midway orgasm style hockey cabinet:

[ChanceKJ]

I second pbj's Turtlebox, loved the superior execution of a Pedistal that's based off another. The artwork and colour choices were perfect.

Two others come to mind right away (when I get back later tonight I'll sit and review some other favorites):

I nominate LT's Mario pedestal because above everything else it has an intricate and redundant pattern cut into the wood with a rotary tool, then filled in with ball point pen.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138220.0.html



And also LT's Asteroids small cabaret because it's quiet refined and cost very little to build. Even though it lacks an intricate and redundant pattern cut into the wood with a rotary tool,  then filled in with ball point pen.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141486.0.html

[Generic Eric]

Category: Non-Standard
Build: SpaceHedgehog's R-Pod MkII

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138146.msg1426735.html#msg1426735

2nd

[pbj]

I second the mario pedestal.  I even submitted that thing to a few video game blogs and was met with stony silence.  Guess they're too busy writing about ---smurfy--- anime at Kotaku to cover anything game related.

[harveybirdman]

Also this thread needs more Blip porn....  and I 3rd Blip.

[jdbailey1206]

Also this thread needs more Blip porn....

The first reply not good enough for you?     I would also vote for LT's Nintendo build but it didn't have Mario on the flag pole so I am saving my vote for someone more deserving. 

[Generic Eric]

I nominate LT's Mario pedestal because above everything else it has an intricate and redundant pattern cut into the wood with a rotary tool, then filled in with ball point pen.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138220.0.html

2nd.  This was fun to watch.  Remember it started out as a file cabinet!

[Generic Eric]

Beat Em Up X:

2nd
Name another cabinet with 3D details. besides the Mario pedestal  Neat details.  Too bad there are no barrels in Gauntlet

[Generic Eric]

Castlevania pedestal:

Won't make the cutoff.  It was bumped.  Actually a UCA 2012 contender.   The necro threads and bumps added a lot of time to the review.

[pbj]

My bad.  I browsed through a year's worth of project announcements and thought I had pruned the old ones, but that was definitely one of those, "I bet I could make something like that, too" moments when I saw it.

 

[ChanceKJ]

So many pedestals this year. They should have their own catagory like Bartops do. 

I first Le Chuck's GoT Pedistal. Mainly because it's bad ass work, pocket screws, and I want to see it go toe to toe with LT's Mario and pbj's Turtles Pedistals.

[yotsuya]

I'm in the mountains and can't really post links, but I want to second Blip! And nominate/second Malenko 's Broad Street Bullies 4P cab. More info and links when I get back home.

And thank you all for the Macross noms. It means a lot coming from you guys

[UCA]

Looks like we're off to a great start.  The top post will be updated daily or as necessary to show how we are progressing.  As always, please feel free to double check our nom math as we've been known to miss things, and remember that for a project to make the voting pool it requires three nominations.

[Le Chuck]

Nominations:

Fullsize: 

Sjaak's Lovers in a Dangerous Space Time
I haven't even played this game yet and I'm head over heals for this thing. 

[Generic Eric]

Nominations:

Fullsize: 

Sjaak's Lovers in a Dangerous Space Time
I haven't even played this game yet and I'm head over heals for this thing.

2nd

[wp34]

Also this thread needs more Blip porn....

Good gosh that thing looks awesome turned off.

[Generic Eric]

Hardware: The star empire strikes back wars : http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,118076.40.html
  in the hardware  category  for integrating the topper to it.

You'll forgive me for using a video instead of a pic; that is all that was available.

Year of Star Wars 

Yep I am bumping/updating this old thread, but I feel comfortable doing this because I think the changes are interesting enough.

[wp34]

Nominations:

Fullsize: 

Sjaak's Lovers in a Dangerous Space Time
I haven't even played this game yet and I'm head over heals for this thing.

2nd

3rd

[wp34]

So many pedestals this year. They should have their own catagory like Bartops do. 

I first Le Chuck's GoT Pedistal. Mainly because it's bad ass work, pocket screws, and I want to see it go toe to toe with LT's Mario and pbj's Turtles Pedistals.

2nd.

[Generic Eric]

R-Kaid-R by quizz_kid in non standard / small

Portable AIO in a handmade leather satchel.  I want to move to somewhere with a subway system so I would have a reason to pull this out on the train. 



whats the code to resize an image?

[Le Chuck]

whats the code to resize an image?

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[Generic Eric]

jahilbert's Missile Command Cocktail in small category

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138807.msg1434266.html#msg1434266

How do you top Barrel of Kong and Little Miss Pac Man?  Jam 'em together and put them in a rocket!  A thoughtful re imagining of a theme for a MAME cocktail.

[Generic Eric]

Software Nomination:

PL1 self aware algorithm. 

But seriously, always on point with an answer and willing to help/share ideas/drop knowledge.     

I told you, Scott's a highly advanced algorithm call center robot/program.

[markc74]

These have all been nominated at least once so I'm seconding/thirding/forthing(*) them (* delete as appropriate)

Fullsize - one more nomination for LT's Asteroids and to add another great cab to the mix: Elvis's Moon Patrol build: http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141846.0.html



Driving has got to be SpaceHedgehog's R-Pod MkII

Bartop is Grippie's Sega Genesis Megadrive Bartop and John RT's Outrun style driver bartop:
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,139895.0.html


Pedestal is LeChuck's Game of Thrones

*Edited to resize images

[Slippyblade]

I'd like to nominate JohnRT's Outrun bartop for the hardware category.  I'm particularly pointing out his great view selection circuit.  Good way to integrate multiple controls into a single button.

Here's a link to the PCB for it.

[PL1]

Software Nomination:

PL1 self aware algorithm. 

But seriously, always on point with an answer and willing to help/share ideas/drop knowledge.     

I told you, Scott's a highly advanced algorithm call center robot/program.

Thanks for the kind (and funny) mention, GE, but I'm not eligible this year per Rule #1.

No user can win the same category two years running.  Ms. America rules apply, you have to pass the tiara.

Scott

[harveybirdman]

3rd on LeChuck's GOT pedestal.

[wp34]

jahilbert's Missile Command Cocktail

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138807.msg1434266.html#msg1434266

Seconded - I forgot about this one.  I like it better than the infamous DK barrel cocktail.

[yotsuya]

jahilbert's Missile Command Cocktail

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138807.msg1434266.html#msg1434266

Seconded - I forgot about this one.  I like it better than the infamous DK barrel cocktail.

Thirded. I completely agree with the statement above.

[UCA]

I'd like to nominate JohnRT's Outrun bartop for the hardware category.  I'm particularly pointing out his great view selection circuit.  Good way to integrate multiple controls into a single button.

Here's a link to the PCB for it.

Clarification: The actual BARTOP isn't eligible for hardware category, but his view selection circuit is (especially since he's offered information to the community).

For future reference, anyone seconding or thirding this circuit should refer to JohnRT's Outrun View Selection Circuit and not the actual cab. The cab itself should be nominated under bartops. Thank you.

[jdbailey1206]

Nominations:

Fullsize: 

Sjaak's Lovers in a Dangerous Space Time
I haven't even played this game yet and I'm head over heals for this thing.

2nd

3rd

---fudgesicle---.  For the life of me I could not find that today.  I would like to vote for this cab also.

[Slippyblade]

Clarification: The actual BARTOP isn't eligible for hardware category, but his view selection circuit is (especially since he's offered information to the community).

For future reference, anyone seconding or thirding this circuit should refer to JohnRT's Outrun View Selection Circuit and not the actual cab. The cab itself should be nominated under bartops. Thank you.

The circuit is what I actually meant, sorry.  My "putting words into sentences" kung-fu is weak today.

[Generic Eric]

---fudgesicle---.  For the life of me I could not find that today.  I would like to vote for this cab also.

There are about 11.75 pages I think each page has 45 entries.  Don't quote me because I am not going to count them again. in the project announcements sub to go through.  So unless you were keeping bookmarks that is a lot to go through.

I bet there are at least 50 more waiting to finish the last step that they declared their project unfinished for.

[yotsuya]

Now that I'm home from playing in the Arizona snow, my thoughts:

Fullsize cabs
markc74's Blip!
Easily the most innovative, creative, and interesting full-size build from last year. It's comtemporary, yet appeals to a traditionalist like me. Also, the ONLY cab do to the LCD Marquee screen and pull it off so that it doesn't look like an afterthought or add-on.


Malenko's Broad Street Bullies Cab
He transformed a beat-up cab into a 4 player masterpiece, using artwork that had meaning to himself yet still fit in with the arcade world. He also, in my honest opinion, did 4 players the RIGHT way, by making a control panel that knew what it wanted to be without shoehorning extra controllers or superfluous buttons that weren't needed, increasing the real estate. A breath of fresh air in this day of superwide 4-player cabs.


Small cabs and non standards -
Louis Tully's Asteroids Deluxe - He took a cab idea and made it his own, customizing the artwork but still keeping it like something out of the 80s. My favorite build of his (yes, even over Warp Zone). I love all the little details, like the game selection buttons. It's clearly an example of someone getting better with time. *Note: I've seen it nominated as a full-size, but it's clearly a caberet and should be in this category.


Hardware
CraftyMech's Test Pattern Generator. An AWESOME tool if you spend ANY time working with real arcade monitors.

[yotsuya]

Eric, why the hell do you keep using the spoiler tag on non-spoilers?

[Generic Eric]

If Blip doesn't win, place or show, it will be a miscarriage of justice.  So sleek.  The part you don't see, might be the best; the swappable panel hiding on the top.  So pretty.  What I like is that slant on the sides of the coin door.

The access panel above the door is nice too. 

To summarize:  Eleventith

[jdbailey1206]

Eric, why the hell do you keep using the spoiler tag on non-spoilers?

Seconded.

[Malenko]

Clarification: The actual BARTOP isn't eligible for hardware category, but his view selection circuit is (especially since he's offered information to the community).

For future reference, anyone seconding or thirding this circuit should refer to JohnRT's Outrun View Selection Circuit and not the actual cab. The cab itself should be nominated under bartops. Thank you.

Can I 2nd (or 3rd or whatevs) the cabinet for the bartop AND the view selection circuit for the hardware? cause I wanna

[ChanceKJ]

Eric, why the hell do you keep using the spoiler tag on non-spoilers?

Seconded.

Thirdeded... (?)

and those of us reading on tablets can't see what you've said unless we view it as a quote when we're tying to reply

[Saneless]

Eric, why the hell do you keep using the spoiler tag on non-spoilers?

Seconded.

Thirdeded... (?)

and those of us reading on tablets can't see what you've said unless we view it as a quote when we're tying to reply

On my tablet I can read it if I select it for a copy.

And I didn't see it, but:

Thirding ChanceKJ's upright

[jdbailey1206]

Shitballs.  What category would Chances Super Play Choice fit into?  Whatever category I give it a vote.

[yotsuya]

Shitballs.  What category would Chances Super Play Choice fit into?  Whatever category I give it a vote.

Non-standard, obviously.

[Nephasth]

If Blip doesn't win, place or show, it will be a miscarriage of justice.

I'm not voting for Blip (even though it is badass). 

[ChanceKJ]

I nominate Grippie's Sega Genesis Bartop for the Bartop category

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141069.0.html

Seriously, how has this not gotten a second or a third yet? I don't even like SEGA and i want one! I totally second this.

[yotsuya]

I nominate Grippie's Sega Genesis Bartop for the Bartop category

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141069.0.html

Seriously, how has this not gotten a second or a third yet? I don't even like SEGA and i want one! I totally second this.

You don't read so good,  do you? It's already listed,  having been seconded numerous times. 

[wp34]

Malenko's Broad Street Bullies Cab
He transformed a beat-up cab into a 4 player masterpiece, using artwork that had meaning to himself yet still fit in with the arcade world. He also, in my honest opinion, did 4 players the RIGHT way, by making a control panel that knew what it wanted to be without shoehorning extra controllers or superfluous buttons that weren't needed, increasing the real estate. A breath of fresh air in this day of superwide 4-player cabs.

Small cabs and non standards -
Louis Tully's Asteroids Deluxe - He took a cab idea and made it his own, customizing the artwork but still keeping it like something out of the 80s. My favorite build of his (yes, even over Warp Zone). I love all the little details, like the game selection buttons. It's clearly an example of someone getting better with time. *Note: I've seen it nominated as a full-size, but it's clearly a caberet and should be in this category.

Add my name to both of these.  I agree with everything you said about Malenko's.

LT's Asteroids Deluxe made me consider getting rid of my dedicated AD.   

[ChanceKJ]

You don't read so good,  do you? It's already listed,  having been seconded numerous times. 

Its funny you say that, I seem to be missing random posts in some threads until i force refresh the page and the cache. Either Safari in iOS 8 doesn't like the forums, or i need to do an E&I on my tablet. Selecting and copying text in post text boxes has also been a ---smurfette---, as has the page header, it's cut right off at the bottom and i can't see the "Show new replies to your posts." link.   Strange stuff i tell you.

[Generic Eric]

Non-Standard
S.P.A.R.R.O.W
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,140384.msg1474177.html#msg1474177

I'm gonna nominate S.P.A.R.R.O.W.S Plywood and walnut supergun.  Attention to detail! Cute as buttons and would look great in your shop or game room!

[Generic Eric]

Testing the waters with a nomination:

DarakuTenshi's Daraku Tenshi themed MKIII.  Last post post was 98%, but it has side art, cp, marquee, configured hypespin.  For pete's sake, it even has a keychain.  What is the other 2%???

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,134801.msg1432077.html#msg1432077

[yotsuya]

Sorry, the rules clearly state the creator needs to state the cab is DONE. I wanted to nominate the MonacoGP software project, but as the creator has not clearly stated it was finalized, I didn't. I even asked him so.

This has been the third year with these rules. Rules is rules. 

[Generic Eric]

Sorry, the rules clearly state the creator needs to state the cab is DONE. I wanted to nominate the MonacoGP software project, but as the creator has not clearly stated it was finalized, I didn't. I even asked him so.

This has been the third year with these rules. Rules is rules. 

But, but, he has a video walk through!?!  Why DarakuTenshi why?

j/k

 

[Nephasth]

jahilbert's Missile Command Cocktail

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138807.msg1434266.html#msg1434266

Man, I wasn't even aware of this build. Where the ---fudgesicle--- have I been?

[Generic Eric]

jahilbert's Missile Command Cocktail

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138807.msg1434266.html#msg1434266

Man, I wasn't even aware of this build. Where the ---fudgesicle--- have I been?

Most of that was done in April, finished in August.  Does your reply mean your seconding it or what?   

[yotsuya]

jahilbert's Missile Command Cocktail

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138807.msg1434266.html#msg1434266

Man, I wasn't even aware of this build. Where the ---fudgesicle--- have I been?

Playing with your (pin)balls.

[yotsuya]

Sorry, the rules clearly state the creator needs to state the cab is DONE. I wanted to nominate the MonacoGP software project, but as the creator has not clearly stated it was finalized, I didn't. I even asked him so.

This has been the third year with these rules. Rules is rules. 

But, but, he has a video walk through!?!  Why DarakuTenshi why?

j/k

 

[Generic Eric]

Sorry, the rules clearly state the creator needs to state the cab is DONE. I wanted to nominate the MonacoGP software project, but as the creator has not clearly stated it was finalized, I didn't. I even asked him so.

This has been the third year with these rules. Rules is rules. 

But, but, he has a video walk through!?!  Why DarakuTenshi why?

j/k

 

Do you have a collection of these?  Sometimes I wonder if I've seen them all...

[yotsuya]

Do you have a collection of these?  Sometimes I wonder if I've seen them all...

I horked it from user Caparo8bit. I wish I knew where he got them so I could revise it.

[Nephasth]

Most of that was done in April, finished in August.  Does your reply mean your seconding it or what?   

Nope. It's already been thirded.

[Nephasth]

Do you have a collection of these?  Sometimes I wonder if I've seen them all...

I horked it from user Caparo8bit. I wish I knew where he got them so I could revise it.

Pretty sure he made them himself...

[Generic Eric]

Do you have a collection of these?  Sometimes I wonder if I've seen them all...

I horked it from user Caparo8bit. I wish I knew where he got them so I could revise it.

Pretty sure he made them himself...

I concurr.  I just wondered if yots had a binder full of folder full of gifs.

[yotsuya]

Pretty sure he made them himself...

I concurr.  I just wondered if yots had a binder full of folder full of gifs.

Naw, I just search his posts looking for them.

[Nephasth]

[Generic Eric]

Where the ---fudgesicle--- have I been?

I don't recognize any of those   

[ChanceKJ]

Reverse Google image search them.

...duh.

[yotsuya]

Reverse Google image search them.

...duh.

You don't think I tried that, Sherlock? It takes me back here. 

[PL1]

Since I'm not on the UCA board but do respect the time and effort required to run an event like this, I'd like to post this Public Service Announcement for everyone nominating a build.

Don't be a lazy bastard and expect the volunteers on the UCA team to do your nomination formatting/categorizing/research work for you.   

If you messed up, go back and edit your nomination post.

Please follow the simple nomination format in the OP so it's easier for the the UCA team to compile the list.
(emphasis added)

To nominate please reply with this format:

Category: Name of Build or Project: Link
<img from build thread is welcome, please size to no more than 300px wide to keep the thread readable.>
<optional description of why nominated for that category>

Thanks to all members of the UCA board for all your hard work on this annual peer recognition tradition.


Scott

[elvis]

I hope this is valid as a 2014 project, if not, please remove.

I'd like to nominate for Hardware:
Wolfware Howler:
http://www.wolfwareeng.com/?page_id=25
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=135324.0

[ChanceKJ]

Hardware: Ultimarc Ultimate I/O Board

Nominating this because it's a killer idea. I had to go the dual board route with my build and I can't believe that these weren't avalible years ago?! I'm a big fan of Ultimarc gear, and this product was executed well.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138817.msg1434383.html

[Sjaak]

Hardware: Ultimarc Ultimate I/O Board
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138817.msg1434383.html

2nd

[Malenko]

Hardware: Ultimarc Ultimate I/O Board
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138817.msg1434383.html

2nd

3rd

[Locke141]

Beat Em Up X:

2nd
Name another cabinet with 3D details. besides the Mario pedestal  Neat details.  Too bad there are no barrels in Gauntlet

Thanks guys.

BTW, it paint ended up very Gauntlet ish after paining. Beat'em up-X was built around Beat'em up and all the 4 player games that I loved as a kid. The barrel is a nod to Dubbed dragon and the outline from the CP from a topdown view is based off the 6 player x-man cab.

I would like to second or third:

PBJ's- Turrtlebox
Severdhed's- TMNT
LT's- Mario pedestal
Le Chucks Game of Thrones Pedestal (amended)

Go team pedestal!

I would have included Le Chucks Game of Thrones Pedestal because I think its by fare the best but I don't think its fare to include cab built on commission. That said the rules allow it and outstanding.   
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,139064.msg1437898.html#msg1437898   

I read my post and I sounded like a jealous jerk because Le Chuck's build is awesome. I still think commission's should be excluded next year.

[UCA]

As of this post the field is as follows:

Confirmed Nominations by Category
These have the requisite three nominations to make the vote-off in February   

Fullsize Cab: Blip by Markc74; Super Spacefortress Macross by Yotsuya; R-Pod MKII by Space Hedgehog; Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime by Sjaak; Flyn's Arcade by ChanceKJ; Broad Street Bullies by Malenko

Small Cabs and Non-Standards: Mario Pedestal by Louis Tully; Game of Thrones by Le Chuck; Missile Command Cocktail by jahilbert; Asteroids Deluxe by Louis Tully; Turtlebox by PBJ;

Bartops: Sega Bartop by Grippie;

Hardware: Ultimarc Ultimate I/O Board by Andy

Software:

The following have been nominated and seconded but don't have the final nomination yet: Jacie's Arcade; Beat'em Up X; TMNT Pedestal; Outrun Bartop; Outrun View Selection Circuit;

The following have been nominated once:  Streetfighter; Clint; R-Kaid-R; Moon Patrol; Pattern Generator; Super Playchoice; Plywood & Walnut Supergun; Howler

I don't think its fare to include cab built on commission.

This was discussed when the UCAs were in development in prior to the first event in 2011.  Correct, there is no rule against it.  We also allow vendors to compete in any category including putting commercial hardware and software up against amateur offerings. For this year it will remain as such, but by all means that is a completely valid reason to vote for or against a certain build.  Feel free to open a separate thread to spur discussion and recommend changes to the process.  While we are not set in stone it is in the best interest of the process to be slow to change; however, ultimately we are a community and will do our best to reflect the consensus of that community.  Simpatico?   
 

[Locke141]

While we are not set in stone it is in the best interest of the process to be slow to change; however, ultimately we are a community and will do our best to reflect the consensus of that community.  Simpatico?   
 

Simpatico.

I should have started a thread after this years UCA's suggesting commission builds and Pro venders be lump together in a separate Category. On further reflection I think including commission builds are fine.

[yotsuya]

I think it is very fair to include a cab built on commission,  and I really don't want to start getting into such minutiae.  Should we disqualify cabs that are CNC built and not hand built? What about projects with commissioned artwork instead of self-designed? I just think that's too much of an can of worms.

[DeLuSioNal29]

Sorry for the brief post (I've been away from a PC):
3rd for Outrun Bartop.
2nd for Clint
2nd for Moon Patrol

D

[Fursphere]

I'd like to nominate ChanceCK's Flynn's Arcade in the full-size upright category.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,135116.0.html

This project is a great example of how to do a 4-player LCD right.  The attention to detail is also off the charts!

Category: Non-Standard
Build: SpaceHedgehog's R-Pod MkII

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138146.msg1426735.html#msg1426735

I nominate Grippie's Sega Genesis Bartop for the Bartop category

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141069.0.html

Please throw my vote in for these three in their respective categories.   Great work guys.   

[Louis Tully]

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[EMDB]

Imma have to go digging to find the projects that are escaping me at the moment. I appreciate the nominations for the jank I crank. I don't think my stuff fits in with the rest of you guys. Thanks. 

This is a nice source for complete builds: I completed my project! I posted a pic and a link to my project thread

[Locke141]

Small Cabs and Non-Standards: Out of wall space “Q*Bert”

I love 2084's wall mount builds and his latest "Q*Bert"finish up his wall nicely.

[BorgDog]

I'd like to add

a 3rd for Clint
a +1000 for Flynn's
and a second or 3rd for Outrun by JohnRT

[UCA]

Software:
(I) Fix(ed)-it Felix Wrapper by Howard_Casto


From his site:

Tuesday, January 14, 2014, 01:51 AM - Fix-it Felix Jr.
This is probably the final build. The rotate on "R" function has been removed and a minor sanity check has been added, as per usual download link is to the right.

Howard's spectacular wrapper was nominated and confirmed last year along with IDS's Mawler.  There was no third software entry so those to didn't go to a vote off.  Howard has already been recognized via the UCAs for this contribution and so will not be in the running this year.  To be fair we all, including Howard, thought the wrapper was complete in 2013. 

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,136720.msg1413302.html#msg1413302

[HaRuMaN]

Thirded Malenko's cab

[Louis Tully]

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[Le Chuck]

Hey LT, I think you're the first cat to ever have two builds in the same category get confirmed - and all within the first 24hrs of the nom thread opening.  Griff had two builds in two categories last year IIRC but you're actually competing against yourself here.  That's some damn fine craftsmanship and I think it is impressive as all hell.  Not only do you crank out builds with a quickness you do it better than most so my hat is off to you man.  Well done!

[yotsuya]

While the enthusiasm is nice, if something has already been thirded, can you please stop listing them? It clogs up the tabulation process. You can chuff out in the actual vote thread once it goes live. Please continue to list and second worthy projects that need votes.

Thanks.

[Locke141]

Hey LT, I think you're the first cat to ever have two builds in the same category get confirmed - and all within the first 24hrs of the nom thread opening.  Griff had two builds in two categories last year IIRC but you're actually competing against yourself here.  That's some damn fine craftsmanship and I think it is impressive as all hell.  Not only do you crank out builds with a quickness you do it better than most so my hat is off to you man.  Well done!

 

[yotsuya]

Louis, brother, I think you underestimate yourself. Yes, some of your early stuff was very janky. But you've gone leaps and bounds just learning from your process. For that, I'm glad you've been recognized.

[Louis Tully]

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[Louis Tully]

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[ChanceKJ]

Yes but do those "feels" have an intricate and redundant pattern cut into the wood with a rotary tool, then filled in with ball point pen?

 

...because without that, they are nothing.

[Louis Tully]

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[ChanceKJ]

I just got a weird look from the girlfriend for fist bumping my iPad. No joke.

You know, we should have a separate award for outstanding achievement in the field of excellent use of a rotary tool, following up with the proper execution of ball point pen ink.

 

[Nephasth]

You know, we should have a separate award for outstanding achievement in the field of excellent use of a rotary tool, following up with the proper execution of ball point pen ink.

 

We need two other nominations for a new category.

[ChanceKJ]

Well....

I'm sure we can find others!

[Louis Tully]

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[Le Chuck]

Fullsize:

Track & Field by Shrunken Master:  http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141199.0.html


This thing is as scratch as they come and looks like it came off the factory floor. 

[harveybirdman]

2nd for shrunkenmaster's Track & Field

[Locke141]

Fullsize:

Track & Field by Shrunken Master:  http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141199.0.html


This thing is as scratch as they come and looks like it came off the factory floor.

3rd

I missed that one pretty sweet.

[jaharr01]

Sorry I'm late too

Second Fullsize: Nostalgia by dkersten

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,140122.0.html

[ChanceKJ]

In an effort to get some Restored cabs both nominated and put into their own category i'd like to nominate the following amazing saves. Cabs like these are, after all, the reason we're all here on this forum in the first place.


Restoration: MK3FAN's "Mario Bros."
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,138978.0.html
This restore was amazing. It's final product fits in with the rest of his Nintendo row, and it was a fitting result in respect to that old nintendo cab. Definitely one of my favorites.


Restoration: chopperthedog's "Taito Stratovox Rescue"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,140480.0.html
That coin door though... You can tell some elbow grease went into this restore and it paid off. I didnt even know that game existed, but this restore and the look of that cab makes me want to play it.


Restoration: MK3FAN's "Rampage Restoration"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,139045.0.html
The CP and bezel art on this restore are off the chart, the neon green side art just makes the finished product pop. I'm nominating this not just because I love the game, but the art just wins.


Restoration: Malenko's "Mortal Kombat Restoration"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,139884.0.html
This was a clean and well thought out restore. I'm digging that yellow t-moulding, and the little details matter to me as I have fond memories of this cab from my childhood. Awesome work here.


Restoration: opt2not's "Rock on! Asteroids Cocktail Restoration"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,107874.0.html
Take one look at how clean all the electronics and buttons look on this restore and you'll make a nomination for it too. The care and detail in restoring the smallest parts of this are jaw dropping.


Restoration: namsan's "Trilogy Mortal Kombat I, II, III Cabinet Kollection"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141465.0.html
Seriously?! All three?! Not only did this restore nail one of my favorite games, but the thread shows the incredible attention to detail for all three machines. Simply amazing. I hope these cabs are never split up. That would be a shame.

[jaharr01]

I nominate: Martijn Multiball Madness for full size

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,134336.msg1385176.html#msg1385176
Excellent work

[jaharr01]

I nominate for small cab class"scottbox jr."

Completed December 2014.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,142809.0.html

[ChanceKJ]

I nominate: Martijn Multiball Madness for Pinball
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,134336.msg1385176.html#msg1385176

Excellent work

I second Multiball Madness,

I also nominate for Pinball: jaharr01's "Scooby Doo Mystery Pinball"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,139505.0.html
Maybe I have a thing for the colour purple on arcade machines? The art and design of this pin are well thought out and I loved watching it get built. Not to mention that it almost practically caused thoughts of divorce! Now that's commitment!


I also nominate for a Pinball Category: Superfrog's "KISS Mini Pinball"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,136020.0.html
This was one of the first builds I ever followed. The cool lockdown bar with the inset buttons, and the awesome pop out tray. This build was a reason to check the forums everyday.


I also nominate for a Pinball Category: rockyrocket's "Nexus Pin"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,140220.msg1457490.html#lastPost
I'm nominating this build because it's not everyday you see a cellphone and a Pi used for something so cool. I love the theme, and it's crazy how well this turned out. I'm a huge fan of the little details that went into the screenshot below:

[EMDB]

I nominate pinballs to be a separate category...

[jaharr01]

I nominate that pincabs should be illegal to build because I almost got divorced while I was building mine

[Sjaak]

I nominate: Martijn Multiball Madness for Pinball

I second Multiball Madness,

I third Multiball Madness

I also nominate for Pinball: jaharr01's "Scooby Doo Mystery Pinball"

I second Scooby Doo Mystery Pinball

[jaharr01]

I also nominate my Iphone for the taking horrible grainy washed out pictures class

[ChanceKJ]

I nominate that pincabs should be illegal to build because I almost got divorced while I was building mine

  Gotta work on that "spousal approval"

Who wants to put money down that Yot's is gonna come up here to Calgary and cut me for making all these crazy nomination posts?

I also nominate for a hope of a Cabaret category:

Cabaret: shrunkenmaster's "Rocks! Scratch-built Asteroids Cabaret"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141197.0.html
I'm nominating this because of the builders meticulous attention to detail.  This build is show room quality and by far one of the best builds I've ever seen. Every bit of this build from the art, to the buttons, the coin door was well planned and comes off amazing. Looking closely at the build pictures you can see the crazy attention to detail. I really wish I had this exact cab in my living room. This is how it's done.


Cabaret: skyblast's "Mame Joust themed cabaret"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,137192.msg1415069.html
I'm a big fan of this build. It's not often you see a joust cabaret built. Sure, it's a popular game, but it's nice to see a build that's not Nintendo, Mrs PacMan, or FIFJ. This is a great authentic looking build. And I love how polished it looks.

[jaharr01]

I nominate that pincabs should be illegal to build because I almost got divorced while I was building mine

  Gotta work on that "spousal approval"

Who wants to put money down that Yot's is gonna come up here to Calgary and cut me for making all these crazy nomination posts?


Cabaret: 404's "Nintendo Style Cabaret"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,136459.0.html

Second
Cabaret:]shrunkenmaster's "Rocks! Scratch-built Asteroids Cabaret"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141197.0.html

Second

[jaharr01]

I nominate that pincabs should be illegal to build because I almost got divorced while I was building mine

Gotta work on that "spousal approval"

This is no $hit, she got so mad at me over that friggin pincab,when I went to Lowes one day, she somehow dragged it up 2 stairs around corners through 3 rooms and put it on the back porch by herself,somehow without scratching it. Now that's a special kind of crazy.

[ChanceKJ]

I nominate that pincabs should be illegal to build because I almost got divorced while I was building mine

Gotta work on that "spousal approval"

This is no $hit, she got so mad at me over that friggin pincab,when I went to Lowes one day, she somehow dragged it up 2 stairs around corners through 3 rooms and put it on the back porch by herself,somehow without scratching it. Now that's a special kind of crazy.

...Holy ---fudgesicle---!

Can we nominate your wife for something?!

[jaharr01]

Well she's better now that she is medicated, but yes.

[Louis Tully]

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[Locke141]

2nd all. Lets get a restore category going. I'll try to find more stand out examples to nominate. 

Point taken, and Sorry

Got a little carried away. I don't think I have much chance to win as so many great builds are included (LT I'm looking at you). That said I am very surprised and proud to have a build nominated. I would hate to diminish any one else's nomination buy flooding a category. I'll give much more thought to any more nominations, 2nd's, or 3rd's.   

[Nephasth]

It's happening again...

[Le Chuck]

I don't really think its cool for a user to go all nom happy just to push an agenda of the way he/she thinks things should be once we're in the middle of execution when there are literally 9 months of open space to discuss this sort of thing.

These awards are surprisingly important to people.  Will they be as important if the process gets diluted into a rolling contest of who can nominate the most stuff the fastest?  No idea.  Guess we'll find out tho.   

[Nephasth]

404's DK cabaret is blue, not orange. And also, never finished (at least from what's posted in his thread).

IMO, you should only nominate a cab you would or plan to vote for. Yeah, a cabaret category would be great. But to be honest, the DK is a KLOV project (as stated earlier, and if you actually read 404's thread, he gave his unfinished cab away), and that Joust, while nicely done, doesn't scream "cream of crop" to me. Let's try not to turn the UCAs into peewee league flag football...

[Malenko]

I'm ok with a pinball category because it's an apples to oranges comparison with MAME cabs, but I don't think there were enough  restorations to merit a category. If there were MK3Fan's Mario Bros would win it anyway

[UCA]

As of this post the field is as follows:

Confirmed Nominations by Category
These have the requisite three nominations to make the vote-off in February   

Fullsize Cab (9): Blip by Markc74; Super Spacefortress Macross by Yotsuya; R-Pod MKII by Space Hedgehog; Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime by Sjaak; Flyn's Arcade by ChanceKJ; Broad Street Bullies by Malenko; Clint by Yamatetsu; Track & Field by Shrunkenmaster; Multiball Madness by Martijn;

Small Cabs and Non-Standards (7): Mario Pedestal by Louis Tully; Game of Thrones by Le Chuck; Missile Command Cocktail by jahilbert; Asteroids Deluxe by Louis Tully; Turtlebox by PBJ; Beat'em-Up X by Locke141; Asteroids by Shrunkenmaster

Bartops (2): Sega Bartop by Grippie; Outrun by JohnRT;

Hardware (1): Ultimarc Ultimate I/O Board by Andy

It's a long month, lots of time for the field to change. 

The following have been nominated and seconded but don't have the final nomination yet: Jacie's Arcade; TMNT Pedestal; Outrun View Selection Circuit; Moon Patrol; Nostalgia; Mario Bros, Stratovox, Rampage, MK, Asteroids cocktail, MKI, MKII, MKIII, Scooby-Doo Pinball; 

The following have been nominated once:  Streetfighter; R-Kaid-R; Pattern Generator; Super Playchoice; Plywood & Walnut Supergun; Howler; Q-bert; Scottboxjr; Kiss Minipin; Nexus Micropin; Joust Cabaret;

[Nephasth]

Hardware
CraftyMech's Test Pattern Generator. An AWESOME tool if you spend ANY time working with real arcade monitors.

Seconded.

[yotsuya]

I like cheesesteaks. I think we need to have a cheesesteak category.

[yotsuya]

IMO, you should only nominate a cab you would or plan to vote for.

This.

Let's try not to turn the UCAs into peewee league flag football...

Double this.

[EMDB]

I think Sjaak's Tweak battle project deserves a nomination in the Fullsize cabs too: http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,143010.0.html

[elvis]

Hardware
CraftyMech's Test Pattern Generator. An AWESOME tool if you spend ANY time working with real arcade monitors.

Seconded.

Third.

[DeLuSioNal29]

Anyone know if this was finished in time?

X-men Arcade re-mixed by gbeef
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141874.0.html


D

[Generic Eric]

Anyone know if this was finished in time?

X-men Arcade re-mixed by gbeef
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141874.0.html


D

I don't think so:

I bought an Aim Track Unit trying to figure out the best way to hide it. Anyone have any ideas? Or links?

[yotsuya]

He also talked about some bezel stickers that haven't been posted. Plus, he never declared it as complete. Too bad, too. He and Malenko did 4 players in a great, tasteful way.

[Malenko]

I like my layout better, but I like his stick and button color coordination. Also , his art puts mine to shame.

[jaharr01]

yeah its too bad that marvel cabinet is awesome

[ChanceKJ]

I went and edited my previous posts in this thread to give my resons for all my nominations.

yeah its too bad that marvel cabinet is awesome

Agreed. I spent some time looking for that thread last night only to be disappointed when I realized it wasn't finished as per the rules. That's too bad, but at least it's been dug up and shown in this thread, more people get to see how to do a proper homage to a classic the right way*

(*Subjective comment is subjective)

[Locke141]

Edited my last post to give apologies.

Point taken, and Sorry

Got a little carried away. I don't think I have much chance to win as so many great builds are included (LT I'm looking at you). That said I am very surprised and proud to have a build nominated. I would hate to diminish any one else's nomination buy flooding a category. I'll give much more thought to any more nominations, 2nd's, or 3rd's.

Edit: When I was in Undergraduate Student Government (USG) every time something exciting came up, like when we would rent out a night club or the time we had The Roots come to perform, we would form an event committee to do all the planning, organizing, and work to make that event happen smoothly. Then report back to the body for final approval. Any one in USG could have join the committee and participated, but it was always the same small group that showed up and did all the work.

How ever, when it came time to report back to the body for final approval, there were always a few people that couldn't have been bothered put in the time, but they would want to make changes then and there. Some times some of them would have a good idea, more often it was an idea that was discussed at the committee meeting and was decided against. If you (in this case I) did not put in the time to contribute when every one else did, be respectful to those who gave the time and energy that did.

I get it now and again my apologies. 

[Sjaak]

I want to nominate in the Full Size category

Project Retrocade

[ChanceKJ]

I want to nominate in the Full Size category

Project Retrocade

2nd this one for sure! It was a big help for my build. And I have a massive soft spot for Metal Slug. It's how i'd do a 2 player Fullsize, no question.

[yotsuya]

Edited my last post to give apologies.

Point taken, and Sorry

Got a little carried away. I don't think I have much chance to win as so many great builds are included (LT I'm looking at you). That said I am very surprised and proud to have a build nominated. I would hate to diminish any one else's nomination buy flooding a category. I'll give much more thought to any more nominations, 2nd, or 3rd's.

Edit: When I was in Undergraduate Student Government (USG) every time something exciting come up, like when we would rent out a night club or the time we had The Roots come to perform, we would form an event committee to do all the planning, organizing, and work to make that event happen smoothly. Then report back to the body for final approval. Any one in USG could have join the committee and participate, but it was always the same small group that showed up and did all the work.

How ever, when it came time to report back to the body for final approval, there were always a few people that couldn't have been bothered put in the time, but they would want to make changes then and there. Some times some of them would have a good idea more often it was an idea that was discussed at the committee meeting and was decided against. If you (in this case I) did not put in the time to contribute when every one else did, be respectful to those who gave the time and energy that did.

I get it now and again my apologies.

 

[pbj]

Don't sweat it.  This thing devolves into an internet slap fight every single year. 

[yotsuya]

Don't sweat it.  This thing devolves into an internet slap fight every single year.

...says the slapmaster. For example, here's a post from the 2013 UCAs...

Which one of you clowns is using the UCA account?

You guys have created so many categories and rules that everyone can win.

Konkey Dong finally got a control panel in 2013.  I didn't bother posting it.   

Just sayin'...

[Nephasth]

Ah ---steaming pile of meadow muffin---... Yotsuya just quote stalked pbj... 

[DeLuSioNal29]

I want to nominate in the Full Size category

Project Retrocade

2nd this one for sure! It was a big help for my build. And I have a massive soft spot for Metal Slug. It's how i'd do a 2 player Fullsize, no question.

Third nomination.  This is SHARP!

D

[DeLuSioNal29]

I second Scooby Doo Mystery Pinball

Third nomination.  It's awesome!

D

[yotsuya]

Ah ---steaming pile of meadow muffin---... Yotsuya just quote stalked pbj... 

Just pointing out the troof.

[DeLuSioNal29]

I nominate for small cab class"scottbox jr."

Completed December 2014.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,142809.0.html

Seconded!  The attention to detail was pretty amazing.  You need to take a peek at this thread!

D

[DeLuSioNal29]

I'd like to nominate for Hardware:
Wolfware Howler:
http://www.wolfwareeng.com/?page_id=25
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=135324.0

Seconded for Hardware.

[DeLuSioNal29]

Small Cabs and Non-Standards: Out of wall space “Q*Bert”

I love 2084's wall mount builds and his latest "Q*Bert"finish up his wall nicely.

Seconded.

[yotsuya]

Sorry to interrupt your seconding spree, Delusional.

[DeLuSioNal29]

Sorry to interrupt your seconding spree, Delusional.

No worries, I'm done.  (For now).   

(Although technically, I can fix that.)   

[Generic Eric]

I nominate for small cab class"scottbox jr."

Completed December 2014.

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,142809.0.html

Seconded!  The attention to detail was pretty amazing.  You need to take a peek at this thread!

D

I'll Third this.  I wanted to nominate it in hardware for the owners manual, but this will do.

[yotsuya]

Sorry to interrupt your seconding spree, Delusional.

No worries, I'm done.  (For now).   

(Although technically, I can fix that.)   

Have at it, bro. At least you're not fishing for nominations in your signature file.

[UCA]

As of this post the field is as follows:

Confirmed Nominations by Category
These have the requisite three nominations to make the vote-off in February   

Fullsize Cab (11): Blip by Markc74; Super Spacefortress Macross by Yotsuya; R-Pod MKII by Space Hedgehog; Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime by Sjaak; Flyn's Arcade by ChanceKJ; Broad Street Bullies by Malenko; Clint by Yamatetsu; Track & Field by Shrunkenmaster; Multiball Madness by Martijn; Project Retrocade by EMDB; Scooby Doo Mystery Pinball by jaharr01

Small Cabs and Non-Standards (9): Mario Pedestal by Louis Tully; Game of Thrones by Le Chuck; Missile Command Cocktail by jahilbert; Asteroids Deluxe by Louis Tully; Turtlebox by PBJ; Beat'em-Up X by Locke141; Asteroids by Shrunkenmaster; scottboxjr by rabbidpuppy, Q*bert by 2084

Bartops (2): Sega Bartop by Grippie; Outrun by JohnRT;

Hardware (2): Ultimarc Ultimate I/O Board by Andy; Test Pattern Generator by CraftyMech

It's a long month, lots of time for the field to change. 

The following have been nominated and seconded but don't have the final nomination yet: Jacie's Arcade; TMNT Pedestal; Outrun View Selection Circuit; Moon Patrol; Nostalgia; Howler

The following have been nominated once:  Streetfighter; R-Kaid-R; Pattern Generator; Super Playchoice; Plywood & Walnut Supergun; Kiss Minipin; Nexus Micropin; Joust Cabaret; Mario Bros, Stratovox, Rampage, MK, Asteroids cocktail, MKI, MKII, MKIII

If your personal tallies are different please come up on the net or PM so we can compare notes.  I don't want to short anybody.  Thanks!

[EMDB]

Small Cabs and Non-Standards: Out of wall space “Q*Bert”

I love 2084's wall mount builds and his latest "Q*Bert"finish up his wall nicely.

Third (Thirded?)...

[pbj]

I decided to participate this year rather than grousing about it, and I still get ---steaming pile of meadow muffin--- over it.

 

Damned if you do, damned if you don't.

[yotsuya]

I decided to participate this year rather than grousing about it, and I still get ---steaming pile of meadow muffin--- over it.

 

Damned if you do, damned if you don't.

Please. I was going to surprise you with this, but I think you're going to get the Lifetime Achievement Award for Grousing this time around.

[wp34]

I decided to participate this year rather than grousing about it, and I still get ---steaming pile of meadow muffin--- over it.

 

Damned if you do, damned if you don't.

Please. I was going to surprise you with this, but I think you're going to get the Lifetime Achievement Award for Grousing this time around.

Comeback player of the year I tell you!   

[yotsuya]

I decided to participate this year rather than grousing about it, and I still get ---steaming pile of meadow muffin--- over it.

 

Damned if you do, damned if you don't.

Please. I was going to surprise you with this, but I think you're going to get the Lifetime Achievement Award for Grousing this time around.

Comeback player of the year I tell you!   

Exactly. Different name, same results. Talk about outstanding achievement.

[pbj]

T&P

[yotsuya]

T&P

[Le Chuck]

T&P

Anyone else here used to have a thing for Daria?  I mean, even tho she was totally hit for the other team with Jane.   

[Louis Tully]

.

[yotsuya]

I thought she was a cartoon Janeane Garofalo. She was kinda all right.

Funny you say that name - "Reality Bites" was on cable last night. My wife had never seen it. I'd hit JG.

[wp34]

I thought she was a cartoon Janeane Garofalo. She was kinda all right.

Funny you say that name - "Reality Bites" was on cable last night. My wife had never seen it. I'd hit JG.

Points if you mentioned that to her while you were watching.   

[jdbailey1206]

[yotsuya]

I thought she was a cartoon Janeane Garofalo. She was kinda all right.

Funny you say that name - "Reality Bites" was on cable last night. My wife had never seen it. I'd hit JG.

Points if you mentioned that to her while you were watching.   

Yeah, right. My wife would have hit ME.

[jdbailey1206]

I thought she was a cartoon Janeane Garofalo. She was kinda all right.

Funny you say that name - "Reality Bites" was on cable last night. My wife had never seen it. I'd hit JG.

Points if you mentioned that to her while you were watching.   

Yeah, right. My wife would have hit ME.

Points if your wife says she would hit JG before you can get it out of your mouth.

[yotsuya]

Points if your wife says she would hit JG before you can get it out of your mouth.

I think Ethan Hawke was more her type.

[Le Chuck]

Points if your wife says she would hit JG before you can get it out of your mouth.

I think Ethan Hawke was more her type.

I don't care who JG's type is.  As long as she'll dress up like The Bowler's Daughter I'm good. 

[yotsuya]

I'd like to nominate Janeane Garofalo for something.

[markc74]

Is groovymame allowed as a software nomination? If so then it's got mine...

[yotsuya]

Is groovymame allowed as a software nomination? If so then it's got mine...

No, it's been around for a long time and didn't debut last year. But feel free to stop by the GM thread and give your praise there. We don't need the UCAs to tell people they did a great job. 

[Nephasth]

I'd like to nominate Janeane Garofalo for something.

Category - Something
Nomination - Janeane Garofalo


Third! Who needs seconds anyway?

[yotsuya]

I'd like to nominate Janeane Garofalo for something.

Category - Something
Nomination - Janeane Garofalo


Third! Who needs seconds anyway?

No no no, you know the rules. You can only nom, second, or third. You can't secondthird. 

[harveybirdman]

IDK, Janeane Garofalo strikes me as the type of chick that has been secondthirded quite a bit.


But back on topic, third on the Outrun View Selection Circuit.

[bfauska]

I'd like to nominate for Hardware:
Wolfware Howler:
http://www.wolfwareeng.com/?page_id=25
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=135324.0

Seconded for Hardware.

Thirded

[jaharr01]

I wanna nominate the Dominix8 by Randy and the guys at GGG. There are tons of sticks out there everybody has an opinion about them. I think Randy feels the needs of the arcade community and the Vpin community and comes out with quality hardware. The only thing I think that would make it a perfect product is if it could switch from 4 to 8 way with a lever or solenoid.It is a bit pricey at $40+ but if you are spending say $700 why would you want to get a $12 joystick.

[yotsuya]

Good point, jaharr01.

[opt2not]

Oh hey, it's UCA time again. Aka: Time to update my signature, spam the forum, and solicit attention to my completed project time.  Wait, I don't have a completed project...

[yotsuya]

Oh hey, it's UCA time again. Aka: Time to update my signature, spam the forum, and solicit attention to my completed project time.  Wait, I don't have a completed project...

If you did, it would probably be the baddest ---maternal-smurf--- ever.

[opt2not]

Oh hey, it's UCA time again. Aka: Time to update my signature, spam the forum, and solicit attention to my completed project time.  Wait, I don't have a completed project...

If you did, it would probably be the baddest ---maternal-smurf--- ever.

Shoot, that gives me an idea for a Samuel L. Jackson cabinet.  I'd title it, "Royale with Cheese".  Or "Say WHAT one more time!"... "English, ---maternal-smurf---, do you speak it?". The possibilities are endless.

[Generic Eric]

Oh hey, it's UCA time again. Aka: Time to update my signature, spam the forum, and solicit attention to my completed project time.  Wait, I don't have a completed project...

If you did, it would probably be the baddest ---maternal-smurf--- ever.

Shoot, that gives me an idea for a Samuel L. Jackson cabinet.  I'd title it, "Royale with Cheese".  Or "Say WHAT one more time!"... "English, ---maternal-smurf---, do you speak it?". The possibilities are endless.

Royale with Cheese in a Burger Time cabinet - You'd dig it the most! That is a Tasty Burger! John Travolta and Sameul L Jackson in matching Pete Big Kahuna burger uniforms.

[yotsuya]

Hey, why not? We have a nice cabinet dedicated to Clint Eastwood. Don't see why we couldn't have one dedicated to Samuel L Jackson.

[harveybirdman]

It's my Cab!

It'll play some games!!!!!

[wp34]

I'd like to nominate Janeane Garofalo for something.

I was flipping channels tonight after flipping snow and saw her in a new show on Bravo. She has aged well.

[PL1]

Don't see why we couldn't have one dedicated to Samuel L Jackson.

. . . plus . . .

It's my Cab!

It'll play some games!!!!!

This becomes "Games on a Cab."   


Scott

[opt2not]

Snakes On a 'Cade! Then cover that ---smurf--- in all snake art. Yeah!

[Malenko]

I was thinking of a tiny arcade inside a leather wallet called "Bad Mother ---smurf---"

[wp34]

I was thinking of a tiny arcade inside a leather wallet called "Bad Mother ---saint's minion---"

This makes me think of the theme from Shaft for some reason.

[yotsuya]

Don't see why we couldn't have one dedicated to Samuel L Jackson.

. . . plus . . .

It's my Cab!

It'll play some games!!!!!

This becomes "Games on a Cab."   


Scott

You are DEFINITELY in the lead for the "Top Pun of a ---smurfette--- 2015" UCA award.... 

[bandit721]

I wanna nominate the Dominix8 by Randy and the guys at GGG. There are tons of sticks out there everybody has an opinion about them. I think Randy feels the needs of the arcade community and the Vpin community and comes out with quality hardware. The only thing I think that would make it a perfect product is if it could switch from 4 to 8 way with a lever or solenoid.It is a bit pricey at $40+ but if you are spending say $700 why would you want to get a $12 joystick.

Seconded.  Awesome stick (just bought 3) and I love the dedication of Randy for trying to preserve the feel of the old Wicos now that the originals are becoming harder and harder to find.

[UCA]

As of this post the field is as follows.  Please note categories have been adjusted based on current confirmed nominations.  Categories are subject to further refinement based on the consensus of the UCA board as we evaluate entries.  Thanks!

Confirmed Nominations by Category
These have the requisite three nominations to make the vote-off in February   

Fullsize Cab (12): Blip by Markc74; Super Spacefortress Macross by Yotsuya; R-Pod MKII by Space Hedgehog; Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime by Sjaak*; Flyn's Arcade by ChanceKJ; Broad Street Bullies by Malenko; Clint by Yamatetsu; Track & Field by Shrunkenmaster; Multiball Madness by Martijn; Project Retrocade by EMDB; Scooby Doo Mystery Pinball by jaharr01; Moon Patrol by Elvis

Small Cabs and Non-Standards (8]: Missile Command Cocktail by jahilbert; Asteroids Deluxe by Louis Tully;  Asteroids by Shrunkenmaster; scottboxjr by rabbidpuppy; Q*bert by 2084; Sega Bartop by Grippie; Outrun by JohnRT; Vigolix Invader by DeLuSioNal29

Pedestal Cabs (4): Mario Pedestal by Louis Tully; Game of Thrones by Le Chuck; Turtlebox by PBJ; Beat'em-Up X by Locke141;

Hardware (4): Ultimarc Ultimate I/O Board by Andy; Test Pattern Generator by CraftyMech, Howler by engg100; Outrun View Selection Circuit by JohnRT

Software:


The following have been nominated and seconded but don't have the final nomination yet: Jacie's Arcade; TMNT Pedestal; Moon Patrol; Nostalgia; Streetfighter; Dominux; Nexus Micropin;

The following have been nominated once:  R-Kaid-R; Super Playchoice; Plywood & Walnut Supergun; Kiss Minipin; Joust Cabaret; Mario Bros, Stratovox, Rampage, MK, Asteroids cocktail, MKI, MKII, MKIII, Tweak Battle

If your personal tallies are different please come up on the net or PM so we can compare notes.  I don't want to short anybody.  Thanks!

*2013 Fullsize category winner - ineligible for vote off in that category but still a fantastic achievement

[Vigo]

I want to nominate DeLuSioNal29's Vigolix Invader. It's been a really good year for vigolix cabs, and while a number of people elevated the design and added creative improvements from my humble prototype, I have to say that D probably tops the healthy list of a vigolix cabs done right. On the cabinet itself - he stayed in a good budget yet was able to make something that dynamically popped. The whole theme works well. I like his t-molding solution and love the control panel artwork. He kept the gaming focused on vertical classics, and kept the machine silent running using a JAMMA board. That is an important feature in a small, open-backed cabinet.

[yotsuya]

I'll second it, it's a nice, clean looking Vigolix, and the bat-ears aren't as pronounced as other ones I've seen. Good job, DeLuSioNal29.

[Sjaak]

2nd for Moon Patrol

3rd for Moon Patrol

[hsr]

I'll second it, it's a nice, clean looking Vigolix, and the bat-ears aren't as pronounced as other ones I've seen. Good job, DeLuSioNal29.

I'd like to THIRD DeLuSioNal29's awesome Vigolix.  Vigo really hit a homerun with that cabinet design and DeLuSioNal29's is a grandslam!  This cabinet is perfect for getting our younger generation started into this hobby.  Just as he done by creating his additional examples for his nephew/niece.

[AzureKnight]

I also nominate for a Pinball Category: rockyrocket's "Nexus Pin"
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,140220.msg1457490.html#lastPost
I'm nominating this build because it's not everyday you see a cellphone and a Pi used for something so cool. I love the theme, and it's crazy how well this turned out. I'm a huge fan of the little details that went into the screenshot below:


[/size]

I've been offline for two weeks and this place goes crazy with posts...I'll be catching up on reading for another week!

Most of the builds I wanted to nominate have been...but I would like to second the Nexus Pin build.  I love the micro builds.

Also...I can't  believe I'm going to have to choose between the R-Pod and Blip....that just isn't right.

[edge929]

I nominate fr_303's Street Fighter Cab in the Fullsize cabs:

http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,141565.0.html

Seconded (or 100th by now)

[fr_303]

3rd for Severdhed's TMNT



Already non but R-Pod MKII that's one awesome build, definitely going to be my next project

[yamatetsu]

Also...I can't  believe I'm going to have to choose between the R-Pod and Blip....that just isn't right.

I agree. R-Pod is in a league of it's own.

[Generic Eric]

Also...I can't  believe I'm going to have to choose between the R-Pod and Blip....that just isn't right.

I agree. R-Pod is in a league of it's own.

No lobbying

[yotsuya]

Also...I can't  believe I'm going to have to choose between the R-Pod and Blip....that just isn't right.

I agree. R-Pod is in a league of it's own.

No lobbying

Thanks, Eric.

Yes, folks, chuff out in two weeks when the vote thread begins.

[yamatetsu]

No lobbying intended, I really think that R-Pod should have it's own category, comparing something like that to 'ordinary' upright cabinets is comparing apples to oranges 

[yotsuya]

No lobbying intended, I really think that R-Pod should have it's own category, comparing something like that to 'ordinary' upright cabinets is comparing apples to oranges 

Actually, it's catergoized as a racer, and so since racers are in the upright category, that's where it's has been placed. Trust me, this has been discussed.

[Generic Eric]

I'll second it, it's a nice, clean looking Vigolix, and the bat-ears aren't as pronounced as other ones I've seen. Good job, DeLuSioNal29.

I started one of these.  If you don't round off the top, you are obligated to register your Vigolix as a deadly weapon.

[yamatetsu]

Actually, it's catergoized as a racer, and so since racers are in the upright category, that's where it's has been placed. Trust me, this has been discussed.

Ok then, can't wait to see how that plays out 

[yotsuya]

Just for clarification, just to show it's been like that since day one...

Here's a list of this year's categories and a brief definition:

Fullsize cabs - Uprights, cockpits, V-Pins, Racers, and showcase cabs that demonstrate outstanding theme, style, balance, and execution.

[DeLuSioNal29]

Hey, thanks for the nominations all.

Do we have an updated tally on what's been nominated so far?

D

[UCA]

As of this post the field is as follows. 

Confirmed Nominations by Category
These have the requisite three nominations to make the vote-off in February   

Fullsize Cab (12): Blip by Markc74; Super Spacefortress Macross by Yotsuya; R-Pod MKII by Space Hedgehog; Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime by Sjaak*; Flyn's Arcade by ChanceKJ; Broad Street Bullies by Malenko; Clint by Yamatetsu; Track & Field by Shrunkenmaster; Multiball Madness by Martijn; Project Retrocade by EMDB; Scooby Doo Mystery Pinball by jaharr01; Moon Patrol by Elvis

Small Cabs and Non-Standards (8]: Missile Command Cocktail by jahilbert; Asteroids Deluxe by Louis Tully;  Asteroids by Shrunkenmaster; scottboxjr by rabbidpuppy; Q*bert by 2084; Sega Bartop by Grippie; Outrun by JohnRT; Vigolix Invader by DeLuSioNal29

Pedestal Cabs (5): Mario Pedestal by Louis Tully; Game of Thrones by Le Chuck; Turtlebox by PBJ; Beat'em-Up X by Locke141; TMNT by Severdhed

Hardware (4): Ultimarc Ultimate I/O Board by Andy; Test Pattern Generator by CraftyMech, Howler by engg100; Outrun View Selection Circuit by JohnRT

Software (1): Space Commander by slhomme


The following have been nominated and seconded but don't have the final nomination yet: Jacie's Arcade; Nostalgia; Streetfighter; Dominux; Nexus Micropin;

The following have been nominated once:  R-Kaid-R; Super Playchoice; Plywood & Walnut Supergun; Kiss Minipin; Joust Cabaret; Mario Bros, Stratovox, Rampage, MK, Asteroids cocktail, MKI, MKII, MKIII, Tweak Battle

If your personal tallies are different please come up on the net or PM so we can compare notes.  I don't want to short anybody.  Thanks!

*2013 Fullsize category winner - ineligible for vote off in that category but still a fantastic achievement

[EMDB]

Let's fill the Software category too:

I nominate slhomme's Space Commander



http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,137264.0.html

[wp34]

Let's fill the Software category too:

I nominate slhomme's Space Commander



http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,137264.0.html

Good catch.  I play the Android version and will second this. 

[Sjaak]

Completely missed this, thanks for the reminder.

I third Space Commander

[ChanceKJ]

Shitballs.  What category would Chances Super Play Choice fit into?  Whatever category I give it a vote.

  thanks man! Haha, I didn't even notice until I read the UCA recap post just now.

[Yvan256]

CNC: CNC64... I mean CNC86... I mean CNC2116: Link

I nominate CNC64/CNC86/CNC2116 for the CNC category because... wait, what do you mean "There's no CNC category and half-working projects that still aren't finished after multiple years aren't allowed?"

edit: I also nominate Blip for the full-size category.

[UCA]

Less than a week until nominations close with voting threads to open soon after.  Still plenty of time to alter the field and get your favorite recognized, but don't be late because on Saturday at midnight this carriage turns into a pumpkin for another year.  All that said, the UCA committee has adjusted the categories based on the current confirmed submissions to the following:

Fullsize Dedicated - Uprights, cockpits, V-Pins, Racers, and showcase cabs that demonstrate outstanding theme, style, balance, and execution designed to play a specific title with a very limited playlist.

Fullsize Multi - Uprights, cockpits, V-Pins, Racers, and showcase cabs that demonstrate outstanding theme, style, balance, and execution designed to play a range of games over multiple genre and/or with an expansive playlists.

Small Dedicated - Bartops, Cocktails, Minis, Micros, Jukes, and cabs more easily defined by what they aren't, cab in furniture, cab disguised as something else that demonstrate outstanding theme, style, balance, and execution designed to play a specific title with a very limited playlist. 

Small Multi - Bartops, Cocktails, Minis, Micros, Jukes, and cabs more easily defined by what they aren't, cab in furniture, cab disguised as something else that demonstrate outstanding theme, style, balance, and execution designed to play a range of games over multiple genre and/or with an expansive playlists..

Pedestals - Breakout category from non-standards.  Builds defined as a stand alone unit containing controls and gaming hardware that uses separate monitor for gameplay.

Hardware - custom built or modified controls, lighting, products, or other physical cab elements that are new or improved this past year and advanced the hobby. 

Software - this can be a piece of code or specialty tool user written or created this past year that created or improved emulation capability or generally increased software flexibility to include software hacks.


Confirmed Nominations by Category
These have the requisite three nominations to make the vote-off in February   

Fullsize Dedicated (4): Lovers in a Dangerous Space Time by Sjaak*; Track & Field by Shrunkenmaster; Super Spacefortress Macross by Yotsuya; Moon Patrol by Elvis

Fullsize Multi (8]: Blip by Markc74; R-Pod MKII by Space Hedgehog; Flyn's Arcade by ChanceKJ; Broad Street Bullies by Malenko; Clint by Yamatetsu; Multiball Madness by Martijn; Project Retrocade by EMDB; Scooby Doo Mystery Pinball by jaharr01

Small Multi (5): Missile Command Cocktail by jahilbert; scottboxjr by rabbidpuppy; Sega Bartop by Grippie; Vigolix Invader by DeLuSioNal29; Outrun by JohnRT

Small Dedicated (3): Q*bert by 2084; Asteroids by Shrunkenmaster; Asteroids Deluxe by Louis Tully

Pedestal Cabs (5): Mario Pedestal by Louis Tully; Game of Thrones by Le Chuck; Turtlebox by PBJ; Beat'em-Up X by Locke141; TMNT by Severdhed

Hardware (4): Ultimarc Ultimate I/O Board by Andy; Test Pattern Generator by CraftyMech, Howler by engg100; Outrun View Selection Circuit by JohnRT

Software (1): Space Commander by slhomme




*2013 Fullsize category winner - ineligible for vote off but still a fantastic achievement

[Le Chuck]

#bumpingthreads #timerunningout #don'thatenominate!

[EMDB]

I think I know who's gonna win the software award 

[Nephasth]

I think I know who's gonna win the software award 

I don't think you know how this works...

[Vigo]

I think I know who's gonna win the software award 

I don't think you know how this works...

Yep.

• Categories must have at least 3 valid confirmed (thirded) entries to remain categories.  Those that don't will be awarded honorable mentions at the end of the nomination window.

[UCA]

Voting threads are now open!


http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,143671.0.html
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,143670.0.html
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,143669.0.html
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,143668.0.html
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,143667.0.html
http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,143666.0.html


The UCA team would like to extend the following honorable mentions to projects that were nominated and confirmed but didn't have the competition available to advance to voting:

slhomme's Space Commander software: http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php/topic,137264.0.html



This is a great homebrew cab friendly shooter that is a tonne of fun!  If you haven't checked it out you're missing out!  Congrats to slhomme!

[UCA]

Also, at the close of this nomination period for this year the UCA board would like to extend a special special thanks to all the users that took the time to post an image and a link of the project you were nominating.  You saved us time and effort, it's deeply appreciated.  You the real MVPs!

To the rest of you so-and-sos, 

[Vigo]

 

[wp34]

Thanks to the UCA-Team for organizing again this year and taking our crap.   

These awards sure are a lot of fun and are a great way to look back on the great projects from the previous year.

[Generic Eric]

Thanks to the UCA-Team for organizing again this year and taking our crap.   

These awards sure are a lot of fun and are a great way to look back on the great projects from the previous year.

QFT


Thanks for a good time!