Kalamath
New member
I've been in the hobby a relatively short time, but got into some good deals early, and built up a collection of classics quickly. I'm rapidly (as in, within weeks) going into a transition phase of "omg I need to grab stuff!" to "nah..I don't need that." I realize this is a normal thing, I just didn't think it would hit so quickly. Maybe it's because I see an end game already, and have other hobbies I'm passionate about (cycling!) that are more about lifestyle than arcade gaming. Space IS limited, though I have a lot to work with, and I will not resort to storage units or cluttering the house with cabs.
Right now I'm working on totally rebuilding a portion of my basement from a gym into an arcade. I really want to see this thing through and not drag it out like some of my projects. All gym equipment has been moved elsewhere, and I've pulled up the carpeting in the back half of the area, and am extending the wood flooring so it's one big continuous space. I definitely see more video games, but I'm looking for "more" now. I'd like some pins...3-4 tops (don't laugh, you pinheads!) to compliment the video games. Maybe even a pool table, or air hockey...something physical. More vids too...just not any old game, at this point.
I know a lot of you veteran collectors have gone through this. I just didn't expect to be there so soon. We all; me, my wife, and my 6yr old son; all love the "arcade" as it's been growing and changing. It'll definitely remain a part of our lives.
It's been a long, heavy lifting kinda day. I'm tired, and rambling...I know. Time for some whiskey...
Right now I'm working on totally rebuilding a portion of my basement from a gym into an arcade. I really want to see this thing through and not drag it out like some of my projects. All gym equipment has been moved elsewhere, and I've pulled up the carpeting in the back half of the area, and am extending the wood flooring so it's one big continuous space. I definitely see more video games, but I'm looking for "more" now. I'd like some pins...3-4 tops (don't laugh, you pinheads!) to compliment the video games. Maybe even a pool table, or air hockey...something physical. More vids too...just not any old game, at this point.
I know a lot of you veteran collectors have gone through this. I just didn't expect to be there so soon. We all; me, my wife, and my 6yr old son; all love the "arcade" as it's been growing and changing. It'll definitely remain a part of our lives.
It's been a long, heavy lifting kinda day. I'm tired, and rambling...I know. Time for some whiskey...

