Rare two-player Computer Space arcade cabinet enters high-profile retro tech auction

An exceptionally rare two-player version of the 1973 Computer Space arcade game is up for sale through RR Auction, with the current high bid at $6,748 and an expectation to fetch over $20,000. The cabinet, distinguished by its sparkling emerald finish and original dual joysticks, was produced by Nutting Associates after the original single-player model designed by Nolan Bushnell and Ted Dabney. Former game programmer David Perry, who co-founded Gaikai and created Earthworm Jim, is the seller, noting the machine’s pristine condition despite minor scuffs.

The auction, which launched on July 24, is part of a larger “Steve Jobs & the Computer Revolution: The Apple 50th Anniversary Auction Part Two,” showcasing items such as signed photos, early Apple devices, and an Atari prototype. Bidding ends on August 20 at 7 PM ET, with a final-hour challenge period that can extend the contest. Collectors of vintage gaming hardware view this piece as one of the most elusive arcade units available to the public.