Numskull Designs has launched quarter-scale arcade reproductions of Konami’s 1989 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles arcade game and its 1991 sequel, Turtles in Time, with both mini-cabinets now available as part of the company’s Quarter Arcades range.
The announcement follows an earlier story published in May 2023 and an update confirming availability on 9 February 2024.
Background and release
Konami’s 1989 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles arcade original and the 1991 sequel Turtles in Time are among the most recognizable licensed beat‑'em‑ups from the arcade era.
Numskull Designs partnered with Konami to produce faithful quarter-scale recreations that aim to capture the look and feel of the original cabinets.
An update published on 9 February 2024 confirms both mini-cabs are available to order.
Design, features and collector editions
Numskull’s replicas use a new CRT-style lens intended to enhance visual authenticity, and the enclosures are modelled closely on the original arcade artwork and cabinet shape.
Each mini-cab includes a light-up marquee and four-player controls, recreating the coin‑op layout.
For players who prefer home controllers, Numskull concealed USB ports behind the coin slot on each machine so compatible controllers can be used.
The company also produced limited edition runs of both cabinets signed by Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles co-creator Kevin Eastman.
Those limited editions are restricted to 350 units for the 1989 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cab and 150 units for the Turtles in Time cab.
Each limited package includes a quarter-scale TMNT-branded stool, a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and an exclusive postcard.
These collector editions were originally slated to ship in Q3 2023; Numskull’s February 2024 update indicates orders are now available.
Context for collectors and fans
Industry observers and fans have long regarded Konami’s arcade TMNT releases as influential entries in the genre, and these mini-cabinets aim to appeal to collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts who value physical memorabilia and authentic presentation.
While the Quarter Arcades reproductions are physical products rather than digital re-releases on platforms such as Nintendo Switch or the eShop, fans of the franchise continue to encounter TMNT titles across modern platforms.
Availability and ordering
As of the 9 February 2024 update, both the 1989 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and 1991 Turtles in Time mini-cabinets are listed as available to order through Numskull’s retail channels.
Interested buyers should consult Numskull Designs’ official store and authorized retailers for current stock, pricing and shipping details.
The announcement follows an earlier story published in May 2023 and an update confirming availability on 9 February 2024.
Background and release
Konami’s 1989 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles arcade original and the 1991 sequel Turtles in Time are among the most recognizable licensed beat‑'em‑ups from the arcade era.
Numskull Designs partnered with Konami to produce faithful quarter-scale recreations that aim to capture the look and feel of the original cabinets.
An update published on 9 February 2024 confirms both mini-cabs are available to order.
Design, features and collector editions
Numskull’s replicas use a new CRT-style lens intended to enhance visual authenticity, and the enclosures are modelled closely on the original arcade artwork and cabinet shape.
Each mini-cab includes a light-up marquee and four-player controls, recreating the coin‑op layout.
For players who prefer home controllers, Numskull concealed USB ports behind the coin slot on each machine so compatible controllers can be used.
The company also produced limited edition runs of both cabinets signed by Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles co-creator Kevin Eastman.
Those limited editions are restricted to 350 units for the 1989 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cab and 150 units for the Turtles in Time cab.
Each limited package includes a quarter-scale TMNT-branded stool, a numbered Certificate of Authenticity and an exclusive postcard.
These collector editions were originally slated to ship in Q3 2023; Numskull’s February 2024 update indicates orders are now available.
Context for collectors and fans
Industry observers and fans have long regarded Konami’s arcade TMNT releases as influential entries in the genre, and these mini-cabinets aim to appeal to collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts who value physical memorabilia and authentic presentation.
While the Quarter Arcades reproductions are physical products rather than digital re-releases on platforms such as Nintendo Switch or the eShop, fans of the franchise continue to encounter TMNT titles across modern platforms.
Availability and ordering
As of the 9 February 2024 update, both the 1989 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and 1991 Turtles in Time mini-cabinets are listed as available to order through Numskull’s retail channels.
Interested buyers should consult Numskull Designs’ official store and authorized retailers for current stock, pricing and shipping details.
