Pedestal

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Alright guys, back at you with another annoying post.


I think im set on doing a 4 player pedestal with the intent of playing arcade only games. (70-90s era)

With that being said looking for advice on some things.

For arcade only would it be prudent to invest in a 4/8 way joystick and have the typical 6-7 button 1-2p and 4 for 3-4p? Do i need a tracker ball or spinner? Flight stick?  Any suggestions here for layout. I really liked robotronnuts and bones cp.

Is mame the program to get for this application? If do what version? Do I need additional emulation? The front end i picked is launchbox (think i mentioned it already) ive been watching videos and its ease of use is what appeals the most to me.

It was suggested to me to mod a wii to play console games. With its size. Would it be feesble to put it in the cab and maybe add a switch box or something so i can switch between the two on the same tv?  Whats your thoughts

On this setup will i miss out on vertical games? It was suggested to me to grab up up a lcd display capable of 4:3 and able to switch to accomendate a vert display. Is there a large model (30+) capable of this you guys know of?

I know this would be easier if i could narrow down games i want to play. But i cant. I got blown up in iraq and my brain has been in reboot for 10 years. Only arcade games i remember playing is xmen, marvel v capcom, and centipede. Sorry im not much help here. This process is 10 times harder then it probably should be. I cant build ---steaming pile of meadow muffin---, i cant remember ---steaming pile of meadow muffin---, but i do know i want this arcade. If i have to save for 15 years to get one built ill do it.


Thanks guys.

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Follow up question.

Could i use a Rpi for strictly arcade games, then add a wii or computer for console gaming?

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Nvm i got it figured out