classic gaming- real vs. emu (Score 2)

As someone who owns 30+ classic coin-op arcade games, I can say with conviction that these games (in their original, full-size form) do have an enduring quality that can be endlessly fascinating.. However, it must be said that the whole concept of "emulated" classic arcade games is bullshit. Without the original controls, monitors, sound amps/speakers and cabinet art, you're not playing the game- you're playing a pale shadow of it. While I realize that owning the real thing just isn't practical for most people (it's not practical for me, but I do it anyway), and that MAME provides a chance to get reacquainted with these old games, there's a world of difference between MAME and the actual classic gaming experience. Just try playing Robotron or Sinistar on MAME for a truly sad example of this. http://www.sinistar.com for more classic game info...