Arcade1Up Brings Classic NBA Jam Home With Deluxe Two-Player Cabinet
A new officially licensed home arcade cabinet from Arcade1Up lets fans play three classic NBA Jam titles on a 17-inch screen. The five-foot-tall machine includes a joystick, action buttons, and a turbo mode, with no coins required. It is available for $549.99 at Amazon and Walmart.
The cabinet includes three Midway titles—NBA Jam, NBA Tournament Edition, and NBA Jam Hang Time—all playable in one- or two-player modes. Its control panel features a joystick plus dedicated buttons for blocking, passing, stealing, and a turbo function, while a faux coin panel with illuminated red buttons preserves the arcade aesthetic without requiring payment. The unit measures roughly 61.5 by 18.6 by 18.4 inches and weighs just over 61 pounds.
Arcade1Up also offers a compact countertop version for $122, featuring a seven-inch LCD screen and the same three games, powered by batteries or USB. The release coincides with the 2026-27 NBA season, following the New York Knicks' championship win over the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 Finals.
This product taps into a strong nostalgia market, appealing primarily to adults who grew up with arcade culture in the 1990s and now have disposable income and home space. It could also introduce younger generations to classic gameplay mechanics, potentially bridging generational gaps in family entertainment. The premium price point may limit its reach to dedicated enthusiasts, though the cheaper countertop version broadens accessibility. As home entertainment options multiply, such retro offerings may reinforce a trend toward physical, social gaming experiences over purely digital ones.