Alan-1 Breakout Recharged Infinity

A flat monitor reflects off angled glass. A second monitor burns behind it. The bricks float in three dimensions.

Overview

Breakout Recharged is Alan-1's arcade reimagining of the 1976 Atari classic, built around a MirrorFX cabinet that uses the Pepper's Ghost optical technique — a monitor laid flat inside the cabinet reflects off a pane of glass while a second monitor displays animated backgrounds behind it, producing a glasses-free 3D effect. The software expands the original brick-breaking formula with power-ups, two-player simultaneous spinner controls, wave structure, and Alan-1's Major League eSports (MLeS) online tournament platform, with eTicket redemption and dual coin-and-card payment installed at the factory.

Key Features

Pepper's Ghost Dual-Monitor 3D Display

The 32-inch HD primary monitor lies flat inside the cabinet and reflects its image off an angled glass panel. A second monitor positioned behind the glass displays animated backgrounds simultaneously. The overlap of the two images creates a layered 3D effect visible from any angle in front of the cabinet — no glasses required and no specific viewing distance needed.

Hand-Drawn Comic Book Cabinet Artwork with RGB Edge Lighting

Every exterior panel is covered in original comic book style hand-drawn artwork from top to bottom. RGB LED T-Molding runs the full cabinet perimeter, lit independently from the display and capable of color cycling. The illustrated panels and edge lighting read from across the room before a player reaches the machine.

Physical Feedback Package — Wind, Rumble, and Knocker

The cabinet includes a wind fan that activates during play, two rumble motors mounted in the cabinet body, and a pinball-style knocker. These three hardware elements fire independently on in-game events, adding tactile and airflow responses that players and bystanders standing next to the machine can feel and hear.

Dual Oversized Spinner Controllers

Two large spinner wheels control the paddle — one per player. Spinners produce the fast, continuous rotation the original arcade Breakout used, which is physically distinct from joystick or trackball input. A dedicated button on each side activates collected power-ups during play.

Major League eSports (MLeS) Online Platform

Alan-1's MLeS system is built into the cabinet and connects via Wi-Fi. Players create a free profile and their scores are tracked across locations. The system notifies a player when their high score at a specific location has been beaten and runs daily worldwide tournaments automatically — no operator configuration required after initial setup.

eTicket Redemption and Dual Payment Input

The cabinet ships with eTicket operation enabled and includes an extensive operator options menu for configuring payout settings. The coin door and card swipe reader are both installed at the factory, so the machine accepts coin or cashless card payment without additional hardware modifications or wiring retrofits.

How It Plays

Each player spins their dedicated wheel controller to slide the paddle left and right, keeping the ball in play while it climbs into rows of bricks arranged above. Power-up bricks drop collectibles when destroyed — players hit their button to deploy whichever power-up they've caught, creating moments where the brick field changes state mid-wave. From the side of the machine, bystanders see the Pepper's Ghost image floating in depth against the animated background, the RGB edge lighting cycling along the cabinet perimeter, and — when the knocker fires on a significant hit — a sharp audible crack that carries across the floor.

Specifications

Why Operators Love It

31-Inch Width Clears Standard Doorways

At 31 inches wide, the MirrorFX cabinet moves through standard 36-inch commercial doorways without disassembly. The 42-inch depth fits the footprint of a standard upright slot, making it viable for dense floor plans, route stops, and venues where space-per-unit economics matter.

Both Payment Types Installed at the Factory

The cabinet ships with both a coin door and a card swipe reader already installed. Operators can run the machine on coin, cashless, or a combination of both from day one — no aftermarket reader bracket and no wiring retrofit required.

On-Cabinet Ticket Configuration

An extensive operator options menu controls eTicket payout settings directly on the machine. Redemption economics are adjustable per location through the on-cabinet interface — no external programming hardware needed.

Server-Side Tournament Management

Once connected via Wi-Fi, the MLeS system runs daily worldwide tournaments automatically. Score tracking, player notifications, and leaderboard maintenance all operate server-side — operators are not required to manage tournament scheduling or prize structures at the machine level.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pepper's Ghost effect on the Breakout Recharged, and does it require special glasses?

The Pepper's Ghost technique positions the primary 32-inch HD monitor flat inside the cabinet and reflects its image off an angled glass panel. A second monitor provides a separate animated background layer visible through the glass behind the reflection. The resulting 3D depth effect requires no glasses and no specific viewing distance or angle.

Does the Breakout Recharged accept cashless card payment out of the box?

Yes. Both a coin door and a card swipe reader are installed at the factory. No additional hardware or wiring is required to accept either payment type at delivery. Free-play mode is also available through the operator menu.

How does the Major League eSports (MLeS) system work for players?

Players create a free MLeS profile and their scores are recorded and tracked across any cabinet running the platform. The system sends a notification when another player surpasses their score at a given location and enters all players into daily worldwide tournaments automatically. Profile creation and participation are free to the player.

What is the assembled footprint of the Breakout Recharged, and will it fit through a standard doorway?

The cabinet measures 31 inches wide, 42 inches deep, and 79 inches tall at a weight of 380 lbs. The 31-inch width passes through a standard 36-inch commercial doorway without disassembly.

Ideal Placement

Breakout Recharged is sized for bar and tavern game rooms, retrocade and classic arcade venues, family entertainment centers, and route stops such as pizzerias and bowling center arcades where a single-width upright footprint is required. Its 31-inch width and standard 120V single-outlet power make it straightforward to slot into existing floor plans. The comic book cabinet graphics and visible optical display effect read well in environments with moderate ambient lighting.

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.