For anyone who loves hitting up arcades, who hasn't fantasized about having "just one arcade machine at home"? Well, one X (formerly Twitter) user recently blew everyone away by not just living that dream, but taking it to the next level with an entire "home game center"! Netizens were absolutely floored, saying it looked like an actual arcade had been transplanted right into their house.
The user, りむにょん (@gouman_rche), completely revamped their garage, transforming it into a "home game center" that could easily rival any commercial arcade.
Inside, you'll find music rhythm games like "Pop'n Music," "Beatmania," and "GITADORA," alongside fighting game classics such as "GUILTY GEAR" and "THE KING OF FIGHTERS."
It's not just the machines; every detail, from the wall posters to the seating arrangements, perfectly recreates that authentic arcade vibe.
Just looking at the photos, it's hard to believe this is actually part of a private residence.
Turns out, りむにょん is a hardcore gamer who's always harbored a deep love for arcades. The turning point came in the summer of 2024 when they first snagged an ARCADE1UP home arcade machine at an unbelievably low price. Then, a familiar arcade was closing down and offered them some real, soon-to-be-scrapped arcade cabinets. That's when they decided it was time to build their very own "home game center."
But getting the machines was just the beginning. Some had been sitting for over a year and were broken, requiring extensive repairs. Others couldn't run directly at home and needed special circuit or software modifications. While りむにょん had experience repairing home consoles, arcade machine mechanics were new territory. So, they dove into research, consulted knowledgeable netizens, and, fueled by passion and perseverance, slowly brought their vision to life. The total cost for the transformation came in at under 1 million Japanese Yen: approximately 350,000 JPY for the machines themselves (which they transported personally), and another 500,000 to 600,000 JPY for repairs, modifications, and motherboard purchases.
Every machine pictured is fully functional, though りむにょん typically only powers on the ones they want to play. The electricity bill, they say, is roughly comparable to running a PS5 or a high-end PC. They chuckled, "After work or on weekend mornings, I just play at my own pace, like I'm at an arcade. Sometimes I'll even put on YouTube on the big screen. It's just as relaxing as chilling out in my own room."
Beyond the arcade cabinets, they also enjoy console games like PS3, Steam, and Switch 2 in the space. It's safe to say this "home game center" has transcended a typical arcade, becoming their ultimate personal gaming sanctuary.
Netizens were quick to express their envy. For many, these arcade machines represent cherished memories and dreams, and seeing such a setup at home, meticulously arranged, sparked a flood of comments: "That's insane!", "So jealous!", "How is this even a home anymore lol."
Despite it being a personal hobby space, りむにょん feels a sense of mission: "Even though it's not a commercial venue open to the public, I believe this kind of shared arcade atmosphere, where everyone can enjoy themselves, truly deserves to be preserved."
Their "home game center" isn't just a dream come true; it's a testament to their love for arcade culture and a way to keep it alive.