Games Family Ultra Edition 2477-in-1 Multigame JAMMA System

 

Hi!  I know it may be hard to believe, but it is absolutely true - this system offers 2,477 games in one cabinet!

I thought the 1315-in-1 was the greatest, but then came the 1940-in-1.  And, now there is the 2477-in-1.

The 2477-in-1 combines the games list of the 1315-in-1 and the 1940-in-1, and adds a few hundred more.  If you cannot find your favorites here; well, there may be hope.  See section G below.

 

All of the goodies and features found in the other two systems are included in the 2477-in-1, plus many more.  Scroll down to read all the details. 

The 2477-in-1 also features the capacity for and support for any future system upgrades and system customizations.  This is an exclusive offering by Ace Amusements.  You can read all the details below in sections E and G.

Another exclusive offering by Ace Amusements is a full one year warranty on the 2477-in-1 system platform.  The warranty covers everything - parts and labor, hardware and software.  You can read all the details below in section F.

Visit this page for even more info about the great Games Family xxxx-in-1 multicade system platform.

To see the prices and features for the two other systems, click these links - 1315-in-1 and 1940-in-1.

And, see section B below for the 2477-in-1 prices and options.

 

Send me an email if you have any questions:  gameroomdude@yahoo.com

 

 

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Games Family Ultra Edition 2477-in-1 Multigame JAMMA System

 

 

A.  Ultra Edition 2477-in-1 Features -

 

A-1.  The 2477-in-1 has more processing power. 

Thus, it can handle the "complex" games like Killer Instinct and Mortal Kombat.  Not so with many others.

In fact, the 2477-in-1 and 1315-in-1 are the only multicade systems that I know of that offer Killer Instinct.

This is a photo of an original dedicated Killer Instinct cabinet we upgraded into a 1315-in-1 Killer Edition multicade. 

Here are some of the "complex" games offered in the 2477-in-1:

• Mortal Kombat
• Mortal Kombat II
• Mortal Kombat III
• Killer Instinct
• Killer Instinct 2
• Tekken 2
• Street Fighter, there are 27 versions, see list below.

What do we mean when we say that the 2477-in-1 has more processing power?  Okay, good question.  Here is the answer:

Click this link for the whole story - the processing power of Ace Amusements' 2477-in-1.

 

A-2.  The 2477-in-1 is USB trackball compatible. 

Which means that you can play trackball games like Golden Tee and Centipede with a trackball.  Not just with the joystick, as with others.  Some trackball games can also be played with a spinner, or with an 8-way joystick.

This is a photo of the 3" USB trackball that we use.  It is a Suzo-Happ, which is the best on the market.  The 3" size is the same as the original equipment for the Golden Tee.

Here are a few of the 39 games in the Trackball category:

• Capcom Bowling
• Centipede
• Crystal Castles
• Marble Madness
• Millipede
• Missile Command

 

A-3.  The 2477-in-1 is USB spinner compatible. 

Which means that you are able to play spinner games with a spinner.  Not just with a joystick, as with others.  Some spinner games can also be played with a trackball, or with an 8-way joystick. 

We will only use the best spinner on the market, the SlikStik Tornado USB spinner (see photo).  If you are a true retrogamer, you must have a spinner.  There is no better way to play one of Atari's coolest classics ever - Tempest. 

If you request, we can leave a pilot hole in the control panel covered by a black flat smooth plug for later installation of the spinner.  Spinner installation is a very simple operation.

Here are a few of the spinner games that I recognized in the games list:

• 720 Degrees
• Arkanoid
• Discs of Tron
• Tempest
• Tron

 

A-4.  The 2477-in-1 presents proportionally correct vertical game images. 

With other systems, vertical classics, like Ms. Pac-Man and Galaga, are stretched (wider than tall) when displayed on the horizontally mounted monitor.  Not so with the 2477-in-1, the vertical classics look just like they should (taller than wide).

 

A-5.  The 2477-in-1 offers all the Golden Era vertical arcade classics.

If you like the iCade 60-in-1 games list, then you have good reason to really like the 2477-in-1.  Because, all of the 60-in-1 vertical classics are included in the 2477-in-1, with only a couple of minor exceptions.

Here are a few of the Golden Era vertical arcade classic greats:

• Ms. Pac-Man, there are 5 versions, plus all the other Pac-Man family of games.
• Galaga, there are 4 versions
• Donkey Kong, there are 8 versions
• Frogger, there are 2 versions
• Dig Dug, there are 3 versions
• Space Invaders, there are 6 versions

 

A-6.  The 2477-in-1 offers some of the rarest Golden Era classics.

Some of the rarest and most coveted arcade classics can be found in the 2477-in-1.  These low production games have achieved cult-following status.

Here are a few that I have spotted in the games list:

• Quantum, by Atari, 1982
• Major Havoc, by Atari, 1983
• Sinistar, by Williams, 1982

 

A-7.  The 2477-in-1 offers 11 Golden Tee golf games. 

If you are a Golden Tee golf fan (and most of you are), this feature of the 2477-in-1 is simply "huge."  Afterall, Golden Tee did not become the most financially successful arcade video game franchise of all time without your help.

So, more than likely, these 11 Golden Tee golf games are reason enough for many of you to own this sysem.  Just think of all the money you will save.

The photo above is of some of my inventory of original dedicated Golden Tee golf cabinets available for upgrade into a 2477-in-1 multicade. 

This is a photo of a Colden Tee cabinet upgraded into a 2477-in-1.  The upgrade includes cabinet refurbishing and refinishing (new paint, new T-molding, etc.), monitor overhaul, all new controls, and a new 3" USB trackball (see section B, prices and options below) - $1,895.

 

If you happen to own a Golden Tee cabinet, I can upgrade it into a 2477-in-1 multicade.  The upgrade includes cabinet refurbishing and refinishing (new paint, new T-molding, etc.), monitor overhaul, new controls for 2-player games, and a new 3" USB trackball for $1,595.

Here are the 11 Golden Tee Golf games - 9 trackball versions, and 2 joystick versions:

• Golden Tee '98
• Golden Tee 1997
• Golden Tee 1998
• Golden Tee 1999
• Golden Tee 2K
• Golden Tee 3D Golf
• Golden Tee Classic
• Golden Tee Calssic Alt.
• Golden Tee Golf (joystick version)
• Golden Tee Golf II
• Golden Tee Golf II (joystick version)

 

A-8.  The 2477-in-1 offers 27 versions of Street Fighter. 

On a global scale, Street Fighter has to be the most popular arcade video game franchise of all time.  There were once even international Street Fighter tournaments with teams from over the world competing for huge prizes.

A USA team member wrote a best selling book of his triumphant days on the international Street Fighter competition circuit.

Here are a few of the 2477-in-1's 27 Street Fighter offerings, enough to show the global reach of this game:

• Street Fighter  (USA 1987)
• Street Fighter  (World 1987)
• Street Fighter Alpha: Alpha Warriors Dreams  (Euro 1995)
• Street Fighter II Turbo Hyper Fighting  (Japan 1992)
• Street Fighter III 2nd Impact: Giant Attack  (Asia)
• Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future  (Japan 1999)
• Street Fighter: The Movie  (1995)

 

A-9.  The 2477-in-1 offers 13 classic laser disc games.

Laser disc games have become one of the most collectible groups of all the classic Golden Era arcade video games.  And consequently, they have become some of the hardest to find, and the most expensive to own, of classic games.

Until now, the chances were good that you had never played a classic laser disc game.  And even if you had, you likely would never again have the chance to play one.

Here are 2 of the notable 2477-in-1 classic laser disc games:

• Dragon's Lair
• Space Ace

 

A-10.  The 2477-in-1 offers 7 of the Atari color vector classics.

The term 'color vector' refers to the type of monitor used for the game.  Unfortunately, the color vector was the worst monitor ever designed.  The monitor is terrible about overheating.  So much so, that many of these monitors would burn themselves up at the factory while being tested.

Consequently, production of these games was relatively low, and working survivors today are few.  Chances, then, are good that you have never had the chance to play one of the vector color classics.

But, with the 2477-in-1, now is your chance.  And, you should sieze the opportunity.  Because, in my opinion, the color vector classics are some of the most exciting, greatest looking games ever created.  Especially my two favorites, Star Wars and Tempest.

Here are the 7 color vector Atari classics:

• Star Wars, 1983
• Tempest, 1980
• Quantum, 1982
• Major Havoc, 1983
• Space Duel, 1982
• Gravitar, 1982 
• Black Widow, 1982

 

A-11.  The 2477-in-1 offers the Golden Era black and white classics.

No classic arcade video game lineup would be complete without the black and whites - the ones that helped get it all started.

Here are a few of the classic firsts:

• Asteroids, Atari 1979
• Asteroids Deluxe, Atari 1980
• Space Invaders, Midway 1978 (there are 6 versions offered)

 

A-12.  The 2477-in-1 offers 2-player and 4-player game play capability. 

Your game cabinet can be built with either 2-player or 4-player controls.  If built with 2-player controls, then a second 2-player cabinet can be combined to allow 4-player action.

Here are a few of the 4-player games:

• NBA Jam Tournament Edition
• Captain America
• Battletoads
• The Simpsons

 

A-13.  The 2477-in-1 provides a Shutdown feature to help protect the hard drive.  Others do not.

 

Use the above info to help decide between multigame systems.  If you are seeking a very dependable, economical system with a lot of games, then the 1315-in-1 or 1940-in-1 system is a very good choice. 

But, if you only want the biggest and best, then your choice should be the equally dependable, slightly more expensive Games Family Ultra Edition 2477-in-1.

 

  

B.  Prices And Options -

 

Ace Amusements can furnish the cabinet, perform any required modifications, and custom finish the cabinet to your specifications for a 2477-in-1 Ultra Edition multicade. 

Here is a pricing list:

• 19" generic horizontal monitor custom finished cabinet, 2 players, 6 buttons each, no trackball - $1,395
• 25" generic horizontal monitor custom finished cabinet, 2 players, 6 buttons each, no trackball (see photo)- $1,595
• add USB trackball - +$200
• add USB spinner - +$200
• add 3/4 player controls - +$200
• use 27" LCD instead of CRT monitor - +$395
• use Golden Tee style 25" cabinet, or other dedicated cabinet - +$200
• add custom designed marquee - +$75,
• add other custom cabinet or control panel art - +$200 to $500
• upgrade the original cabinet sound system:  there are two ways, (1) use the stereo sound system provided in an LCD monitor (no extra charge), or (2) we can install a stereo sound system - +$75

For other custom finishing options, visit this page.  And, be sure to read the System Upgrades and System Warranty sections (E and F) below.

 

The above photo is of a 25" generic horizontal monitor cabinet that has been custom finished to the customer's specifications - paint color, T-molding color, marquee style, control panel overlay color, etc. 

Since it does not have a trackball, a 2477-in-1 like that one would be $1,595.

The photo to the right is similar to the one above, except that it has a USB trackball installed (+$200), and a custom marquee (+$75).  The price for this 2477-in-1 would be $1,870.

 

Is there room for all the controls?  Sure.  Here is a photo of a Golden Tee control panel fitted with these controls (click image for a larger view):

• Two 8-way joysticks,
• Two sets of 6 control buttons,
• Two start buttons,
• One 3" USB trackball, and
• One USB spinner.

 

  

C.  Game Categories -

 

To assist in game list navigation, the game titles are presented in two types of list formats.  The first format is simply a list of all 2,477 game titles, called the All category.  The second format style is by category.

These are the game categories, the number of titles, a sample of the games, and the default category show or hide setting:

• 1940 - 1941 titles, mixed titles (default = on).
• 1315 - 1315 titles, mixed titles (default = on).
• 2400 - 2477, all titles (default = on).
• Classic - 150 titles, Ms. Pac-Man, Galaga (default = on).
• Laser - 13 titles, Dragon's Lair, Space Ace (default = on).
• Fighting - 76 titles, Killer Instinct, Mortal Kombat (default = on).
• Trackball - 39 titles, Golden Tee Golf, Centipede (default = on).
• Adult - Gals Panic, Billiard Academy (default = off).
• 3/4 Player - 56 titles, NBA Jam TE, Guantlet (default = on)
• All - 2,477 titles, the complete games list (default = on).

Category lists and game titles can be added or deleted from view.  When placing your order, let me know your preference for showing or hiding the categories, otherwise the default settings shown above will apply.

For step-by-step category and game navigation, click to see item #7 at this page.

 

  

D.  Games List -

 

There is not presently a complete 2477-in-1 games list.  Since the 2477-in-1 is a compliation of the games lists of the 1315-in-1 and the 1940-in-1, plus many more titles; you can closely approximate the list content.

If you would like to know precisely about some titles, email me a list.  I will check, and let you know the results as soon as possible.

  

  

E.  System Upgrades -

  

Whether it is the hardware or the software, we are continuously testing for ways to improve this already great multicade system.  We test new and different harddrives, memory, and processors.  We test program and configuration refinements.  We test everything.

Our goal is to provide the fastest, smoothest, most authentic classic arcade gaming experience possible.  And occasionally, our testing will hit paydirt.  When that happens, we send notice by email to our email subscribers.  So, subscribe today if you have not already.  Just use the Subscribe box top right of any page.

To take advantage of system upgrades, you will need to return the system platform to us.  After examining your platform, we will send you a cost estimate based upon the number of upgrades available. 

Removal of the platform from your cabinet is simple.  Returning it to us is simple, too.  Because, we can provide a strong, fully foam padded mailing box.  And, we are available to provide step-by-step instructions.

  

  

F.  System Warranty -

  

There is nothing that can go wrong with the system platform - hardware or software - that we cannot fix.  And, we have so much confidence in this system, that we have no problem offereing you this Ace Amusements' exclusive  warranty:

A full one-year warranty on the 2477-in-1 multicade system platform. 

The warranty covers everything - parts and labor, hardware and software.  The only thing not covered is your cost to mail the platform back to us.  And, we will even furnish you with a strong, fully foam padded mailing box.

Removal of the platform from the cabinet is easy, too.  We can provide step-by-step instructions.

Additionally, your new multicade and all the rest of its components are covered by warranty.  See part 7 at this page link for all the details.

  

  

G.  System Customization -

 

We are currently testing to add such system customization options as: 

(1) add any of your favorite games not presently on games list,

(2) add new smaller, special games list categories to help you find your favorite games faster, and

(3) add support and hardware for gun, slider, and driving games.

Our customers will be notified by email as these options become available.  The process for customizing your system is the same as for upgrading.  So, see the System Upgrades section above for info about how to incorporate new customization options into your system.

 

 

Send me an email if you would like to order a custom built Ultra Edition 2477-in-1 multicade:  gameroomdude@yahoo.com