Arcade2TV-XR Haptics Kit - Official Announcement

Introducing the X-Force Haptics Kit, a new self-install upgrade designed specifically for the Arcade2TV-XR. The kit includes four precision haptic modules, a pair of upgraded built-in speakers, a realistic pinball plunger, flipper feedback solenoids, a 6 DOF motion sensor for nudging, and a new back panel with control knobs for volume and vibration - everything you need to bring physical feedback to your Arcade2TV-XR. It’s a full DIY upgrade that transports your existing setup into a more immersive pinball haptic experience.

Feel the Action with Four Haptic Shakers — Not Just Speaker Vibration  

At the core of the X-Force Haptics Kit is a set of four dedicated vibration modules -a.k.a. “shakers”- that mount inside your Arcade2TV-XR controller deck. Instead of boosting the speakers or subwoofer, these haptic modules are designed to  game audio into real, timed vibrations. In plain terms: your Arcade2TV-XR will shake in sync with the action - not from the sound, but from powerful motors built to make you feel every moment. 

Here’s how it works:

The X-Force Haptics kit taps into your game’s audio output and splits it into two separate channels. One audio channel goes to the upgraded built-in high-fidelity speakers - part of the kit - so you get crisp, powerful sound directly from your Arcade2TV-XR. The other feeds into the haptic driver that powers the vibration modules. That means the vibrations are triggered directly by the game’s audio signal, not by the speakers. Every sound – from the thud of a pinball hitting a bumper to the boom of an explosion – is instantly converted into a matching vibration you can feel. The result is an incredibly immersive “sound you can feel” experience.

And because the audio is split to dedicated outputs, there is no distortion or interference with the actual speaker sound at all. Your Arcade2TV-XR essentially gains a built-in “rumble pack” on steroids, synchronized perfectly with the on-screen action.

Independent Control of Volume and Vibration

Everyone plays differently - so we made sure you can dial in the exact mix of sound and shake that fits your style. The X-Force Haptics Kit upgrade adds two dedicated adjustment knobs on the panel: one for speaker volume and one for vibration intensity.

Want deep, rumbling feedback without shaking the whole house? Lower the volume and crank the vibration. Prefer blasting retro game tunes with just a hint of rumble? Turn up the sound and dial the vibration back. Because the audio and haptics run on separate channels (and amps), adjusting one won’t mess with the other. Whether it’s an intense pinball session, a late-night gaming spree, or showing off your setup to friends. It’s all about personalizing your play.

Pinball Fans, This One’s for You (Plunger, Nudge & More)

We’ve also added realflipper feedback using electromagnetic solenoids. Every time you press the flipper buttons on the Arcade2TV-XR, you’ll feel a satisfying thunk – like the snap of real pinball flippers connecting with the ball. It's quick, tactile, and brings your virtual pinball experience to life.

And if you’re the type who instinctively bumps the machine during play, you’re in luck.  A built-in nudge sensor (accelerometer) detects when you nudge or bump the Arcade2TV-XR cabinet, and sends that motion straight into the game. Give your virtual table a little shove to save a ball from the drain, and the game will respond just as a real pinball machine would.
Paired with the new rumble system, these features blur the line between virtual and real. You’re not just playing pinball in VR, you’re back at the Arcade.

Easy Upgrade – No New Console Needed

The X-Force Haptics Kit is a user-installed upgrade designed specifically for the Arcade2TV-XR. This DIY friendly upgrade was designed with real players in mind, adding a new layer of immersion to the gear they already love

Inside the kit, you’ll find everything you need: upgraded hardware modules, a new back panel with built-in speakers and control knobs, a haptics-ready main board, and clear instructions (plus drill templates where necessary). If you’re handy with a screwdriver, you’ll be up and running in no time –and of course, our support team is always here to help if you have any questions.

Once installed, your upgraded Arcade2TV-XR will still run all your games – only now with dynamic feedback that makes everything feel more real.  It’s the same beloved arcade controller you’ve invested in, now turbocharged with haptic technology.

And if you’re new to the X-Arcade family,  when you buy the Arcade2TV-XR you can upgrade it with this kit to experience full haptics when you’re ready. This kit was built for our community, and we can’t wait for you to feel the difference.

Coming Soon: Feel Every Moment

The X-Force Haptics Kit is launching soon. Pre-orders are just around the corner – stay tuned for an official date and pricing.

Whether you’re playing Pinball FX VR, Visual Pinball, or any classic arcade title, the X-Force Haptics Kit cranks up the immersion with powerful, physical feedback. 

Get ready to fire it up, feel every hit, and bring your games to life like never before – all on your Arcade2TV-XR. This is the future of immersive arcade gaming, and we’re excited to have you with us.