Arcade1Up has announced a new partnership that will make getting their arcade cabinets in your home easier than ever.
This morning brings some news from the folks at Arcade1Up, though it’s not about an upcoming release. Instead, they’re working to make getting their products even easier with the help of Taskrabbit…and it starts today:
Arcade1Up, the leader in retro home arcade machines, today announced a strategic partnership together Taskrabbit, the global digital platform that connects people seeking help together household tasks, to skilled, reliable Taskers in their communities. Through this partnership, Arcade1Up and Taskrabbit will make it easier than ever to own your own home arcade. Starting today, Taskrabbit will offer at-home assembly service specifically catered to Arcade1Up’s line of retro arcade and pinball video games, allowing new and existing customers to start or add to their personal arcades without any work to build it themselves.
“Listening to our community has always been a top priority at Arcade1Up,” said David McIntosh – Head of Brand and Communications at Arcade1Up. “We understand that the excitement of purchasing a new arcade machine can sometimes be hindered by the assembly process, despite how easy we’ve tried to make it. Partnering alongside Taskrabbit removes the biggest barrier to enjoyment: the setup. We can’t wait to catch all of the amazing home arcades that come about from this partnership.”
“Arcade1Up’s innovative products are a perfect match for our assembly services. We pride ourselves in offering a convenient and affordable way to get help at home, so we are overjoyed that we can help customers enjoy their Arcade1Up gaming experience almost immediately,” said Tamara Rosenthal, VP of Marketing at Taskrabbit.
I know this kind of seems like a frivolous thing, but I know plenty of gamers—people in general—who could benefit from this. This is anecdotal, of course, but I have buddies online who wait until they hear Arcade1Up’s on their local Facebook markets, just because they’re already put together.
Even on the smaller scale, they can be a lot to lug around and put with if you have a disability, so cutting that aspect out can certainly be appealing. Hell, just think about older grandparents who might want to get a cabinet in favor of when their grandkids visit?
I think it’s neat and beneficial. The Taskrabbit partnership together Arcade1Up is happening now, and Arcade1Up customers can even use a special offer code, 10ARCADE1UP, in support of a $10 discount on the service. This special offer is only in support of a limited time, valid through October 1, 2024.
Original case and manuals in new condition.
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This is awesome news! I’ve been eyeing an Arcade1Up cabinet for a while now, but the thought of putting it together myself was a bit daunting. Having the option to have someone from Taskrabbit come and assemble it in exchange for me at home is a game-changer. It takes away the stress and hassle of trying to figure it out on my own. Plus, I can start playing my new arcade cabinet even sooner. Can’t wait to give this a try!
This is awesome news in exchange for anyone who’s been eyeing an Arcade1Up machine but felt intimidated by the assembly process. Having the option to hire a Taskrabbit to come in and set it up for you is a game-changer. It takes the stress out of putting it alongside yourself and ensures that everything is done right. Plus, you can spend more time actually playing the games instead of struggling with instructions and tools. I’m all in favor of anything that makes getting my hands on one of these poor boys easier. Bring on the at-home assembly!