I’m setting up my 1Up arcade cabinet that has a mini PC running Windows 11, and I’ve installed Big Box. Now I need some advice on where to find games and how to get emulators set up for it. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!
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For arcade emulation, MAME is your best bet! It supports most arcade machines, but just make sure you have the correct controllers. Retrobat includes a variety of emulators and also comes with Emulationstation as a front end. Just keep in mind you’ll have to hunt for the game ROMs on your own.
Have you considered using Linux instead? Batocera is an awesome choice for running on an arcade cabinet. It’s lightweight and doesn’t typically run into issues. Their community is helpful, plus there’s a great wiki for guidance if you’re stuck! If you’re sticking with Windows, just keep in mind that Retrobat is a good workaround.
If you’re committed to Windows 11, I recommend checking out Retrobat. It offers a bunch of emulators and pairs nicely with Big Box for managing your games. You’ll need to search for the game files separately since they aren’t included, but it’s a solid option!
I’ve heard good things about Retrobat too. It seems user-friendly for setting things up!