RetroCade Since 1996
At RetroCade, we don’t just build arcade machines — we bring your childhood memories and gaming nostalgia to life, one handcrafted machine at a time.
Based in New South Wales, Australia, RetroCade is a proudly Australian-owned and operated business with a legacy dating back to 1996. For nearly three decades, we’ve been designing, building, restoring, and customising arcade and pinball machines for enthusiasts, collectors, businesses, and families across the country.
🎞️ Our Story – Where It All Began
Like many of you, our story began during the golden age of arcades — the 1980s and early 90s — a time filled with joystick battles, CRT screens, and the unmistakable clink of coins dropping into machines.
In 1996, our founder — a lifelong pinball lover and electronics hobbyist — began repairing and restoring old arcade cabinets in a humble backyard shed. What began as a hobby quickly gained momentum. As word spread about the quality and uniqueness of the builds, we transitioned from a side project into a full-time custom fabrication studio. RetroCade was born.
Our mission was (and still is) simple: to recreate the joy of classic gaming using modern technology, quality craftsmanship, and authentic artistic design — all built right here in Australia.
🧰 From Shed to FACTORY
By the early 2000s, we’d outgrown the backyard shed and moved into a dedicated workshop. Here, we began producing full-size custom arcade cabinets and virtual pinball machines complete with integrated lighting, force feedback, surround sound, and LED DMD displays.
We’ve built:
- Pinball machines for game rooms, collectors, and mancaves
- Arcade cabinets for restaurants, pubs, and entertainment venues
- Custom builds for corporate offices, expos, and brand activations
- Fully personalised machines for streamers and content creators
- Motion-enabled virtual pinballs for enthusiast leagues and clubs
Every RetroCade machine is built from scratch by hand — no mass production, no imported cabinets, no shortcuts. Just pure passion, technical skill, and premium parts.
🖌️ 100% Custom, One-of-a-Kind Machines
Every machine we produce is:
- Custom designed to match your vision
- Hand-wired by our skilled techs
- Digitally artworked and printed in-house
- Uniquely tailored to each customer
From classic MAME arcades to ultra-modern 4K virtual pinballs with tactile feedback and RGB matrix lighting, our machines are as much works of art as they are powerful entertainment systems.
🗣️ Real-World Experience
Over the years, we’ve built and shipped thousands of custom machines for:
- Retro gaming bars and arcades in major cities
- Home gamers and collectors across every Australian state
- Corporate clients and expos, including mining companies, breweries, software firms, and media outlets
- Families, often surprising their kids (or themselves!) with a once-in-a-lifetime gaming gift
We’ve had delivery trucks stuck in the rain, fixed CRTs that sparked on the bench, and seen customers tear up with joy when they flip on their machine for the first time.
These moments remind us why we do what we do — we don’t just build machines; we create memories.
🚪 What We Offer
- Custom Arcade Machines (Upright, Bartop, Cocktail)
- Virtual Pinball Machines with haptic DOF, LED animations & custom artwork
- Classic Pinball Machines (sales & restoration)
- Arcade and Pinball Parts – Buttons, joysticks, monitors, LED panels, DOF kits
- Virtual Pinball Drive Kits (shipped globally)
- Monthly Build-Your-Own Bartop Arcade Workshops in NSW
Every part of the process is handled in-house:
- Cabinet design & fabrication
- Internal wiring & installation
- Software setup & configuration
- Custom artwork & printing
🚚 Shipping & Insurance
- Arcade & Pinball Machines: Shipped Australia-wide
- Virtual Pinball Drives & Parts: Shipped globally
- All machines must be insured before dispatch (we’ll help you with this)
- Local delivery or pickup in NSW available by appointment
All products are backed by our 24-month return-to-base warranty, with buyer covering transport costs in case of returns or service.
🏢 Monthly Bartop Arcade Workshops
Once a month, we open our doors for a hands-on Build Your Own Bartop Arcade experience. These one-day workshops are ideal for families, DIYers, and retro gaming fans who want to build and take home their own playable arcade machine — with our guidance every step of the way.
Keep an eye on our socials and website for upcoming dates!
✨ Why Choose RetroCade?
✅ Established in 1996 – Nearly 30 years of real experience
✅ 100% Australian made – No imports or outsourced work
✅ Custom artwork, controls, and software – All done in-house
✅ Built from scratch – Not off-the-shelf kits
✅ Trusted by collectors, businesses, families, and arcade bars
✅ Personalised service – Talk directly with the makers
✅ Warranty and post-sale support
We’re not a helpdesk. We’re the people who build your machine — and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
☎️ Get in Touch
Ready to start your custom build? Need a quote or expert advice? Contact us today.
📞 Australia: 0419 885 910
🌐 International: +61 419 885 910
📧 Email: sales@retrocade.store
🌍 Website: https://www.retrocade.store
RetroCade – Where Classic Gaming Lives Again.
ABN 93 648 510 133