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Arca is the first of its kind, a unique intersection between nostalgic technology and Aotearoa New Zealand’s most recognisable contemporary artists. Designer Preston McNeil, has created something compact and elegant, re-imagining how we can enjoy the golden age of video gaming, in the form of a beautiful piece of modern art. A collection of custom-built arcade cabinets have been specifically created as stand alone works of art, and playable arcade machines.

<h2>Focus</h2><br> Artwork by Gina Kiel.

<h2>Focus</h2><br> Artwork by Gina Kiel.

<h2>Focus</h2><br> Artwork by Gina Kiel.

<h2>Focus</h2><br> Artwork by Gina Kiel.

<h2>Tākaro Pango Front</h2> Design and typography by Preston McNeil.<br> Pounamu ball tops by Joe Sheehan.

<h2>Tākaro Pango Angled</h2> Design and typography by Preston McNeil.<br> Pounamu ball tops by Joe Sheehan.

<h2>Whakairo Inspired</h2>The design of the carved side panels were directly inspired by the whakarare pattern found in whakairo, traditional Māori wood carving.<br> Designed by Preston McNeil.

<h2>Pounamu Ball Tops</h2>This unique pair of pounamu ball tops were sculpted by Joe Sheehan.

<h2>Tākaro Lightbox</h2>The Tākaro font was specifically design for this cabinet by Preston McNeil.

<h2>User Interface</h2>Artwork by Otis Chamberlain.

<h2>Player One, Player Two</h2> Artwork by Otis Chamberlain.

<h2>Integrated Games Menu</h2>Artwork by Otis Chamberlain.

<h2>Play</h2>Artwork by Preston McNeil "Walters Homage" (left).<br>
Artwork by Otis Frizzell.

<h2>Play</h2>Artwork by Preston McNeil "Walters Homage" (left).<br>
Artwork by Otis Frizzell.

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