Alan-1 Yars Recharged MirrorFX 2 Player

Two mirrored panels face each other. Glowing particle effects stack in visible layers between them.

Overview

The Yars Recharged MirrorFX is a 2-player upright arcade cabinet from Alan-1 built around the Atari Yars' Revenge legacy, updated with new mechanics and the brand's signature MirrorFX display technology. The MirrorFX finish layers a reflective depth effect over the screen, making particle animations and color fills read as volumetric from a standing distance. Every cabinet ships with Major League eSports (MLES) integration included, connecting players to global leaderboards, daily tournaments, and Alan-1's annual MLES World Championships.

Key Features

MirrorFX Display Technology

The MirrorFX finish applies a layered reflective surface over the display, amplifying color saturation and particle effects so they appear to have physical depth. Glowing animations and screen elements read with greater intensity compared to a standard flat panel, producing a visible spectacle that differentiates the cabinet on the floor.

Major League eSports (MLES) Integration — Included

MLES connectivity is built into every Yars Recharged MirrorFX cabinet at no additional cost. Each play session automatically posts scores to global leaderboards and feeds into Alan-1's league ranking system. Players can also register for daily tournaments and the annual MLES World Championships directly through the MLES app linked to their Alan-1 account.

Updated Yars Recharged Gameplay

The game is built on the Yars' Revenge framework and adds updated mechanics including navigating hostile environments, evading enemy fire, and charging powerful attacks to break through defenses. Difficulty escalates across sessions, and score-chasing provides a consistent play incentive for both new players and returning ones.

2-Player Configuration

The cabinet is built for simultaneous 2-player play, with controls and the cabinet footprint sized accordingly at 52 inches wide. Both players participate in the same session, with scores contributing independently to the global MLES ranking system.

How It Plays

Players maneuver their Yar through hostile territory, timing charges to absorb energy and then firing through enemy defenses — the core loop borrowed from Yars' Revenge but expanded with new evasion and attack mechanics. From across the room, the MirrorFX screen produces layered glow effects during high-action moments: particle bursts and color fills appear to float in front of the display surface rather than sit flat on it. The simultaneous 2-player format keeps both control panels active, and competitive scores post live to the MLES leaderboard between plays.

Specifications

Why Operators Love It

MLES Tournament Infrastructure — No Setup Required

Global leaderboard connectivity, daily tournaments, and annual championship eligibility are all built into the cabinet's software at the factory. Operators do not need to configure league infrastructure or manage tournament enrollment — it runs from the unit as delivered.

Recognized Atari IP Reduces Cold-Start Risk

Yars Recharged is based on Yars' Revenge, an Atari property with broad name recognition across age groups. Operators placing the unit in mixed-demographic venues can rely on the IP's familiarity to reduce the discovery period that new original titles typically require.

Single-Cabinet Footprint for Two Players

The 2-player configuration is contained within one cabinet measuring 52 inches wide. No second unit, no linked cabinet pair, and no extra floor space beyond the single footprint is required to run two simultaneous players.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MirrorFX display on the Yars Recharged MirrorFX cabinet?

MirrorFX is Alan-1's display finish that applies a layered reflective surface over the screen. It amplifies particle effects, glowing animations, and color fills so they appear to have physical depth rather than sitting flat on a standard panel. The effect is visible from a distance, making the cabinet visually distinct on the arcade floor.

Does the Yars Recharged MirrorFX include Major League eSports access?

Yes. Every Yars Recharged MirrorFX cabinet includes MLES integration at no additional cost. Scores post automatically to global leaderboards, and the cabinet is eligible for daily tournaments and Alan-1's annual MLES World Championships without any additional software purchase or subscription.

What are the assembled dimensions and weight of the Yars Recharged MirrorFX?

The installed cabinet measures 52 inches wide, 48 inches deep, and 86 inches tall, with a weight of 380 lbs. Shipping dimensions were not published on the manufacturer's product page at the time of this listing.

Ideal Placement

The Yars Recharged MirrorFX fits naturally in family entertainment centers, mall arcades, and trampoline park game rooms where the MirrorFX display's visible depth effect reads from open floor space. The 86-inch height and 52-inch width place it in line with standard upright cabinet slots. College student unions and movie theater lobbies with a retro-gaming section are also well-matched venues given the Atari IP's cross-generational familiarity.

Shipping & Setup

We offer flexible freight delivery options, including curbside and lift-gate services. Shipping costs and timing are calculated at checkout based on your location and requirements.

Warranty & Support

Your purchase includes a standard manufacturer warranty and access to technical support to ensure long-term performance and uptime.