Arcade-in-a-Box releases the first authentic peripheral for diehard fighting fans. 

With the highly anticipated release the next iteration of KOF and SF2 Turbo HD Remix on the horizon, third-party developers have already begun working on some remarkable must-own peripherals. And if you're like one of the many diehard fighting vets who cherish the ability to recreate an an arcade experience, you'll want to keep an eye on what Arcade-in-a-box has in store for you!

This morning, the company announced the immediate availability of authentic single (see left image) and dual-player arcade sticks for the Xbox 360 console. Each stick is composed of authentic arcade controls identical to those used in such classic arcade cabinets including Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat and Galaga. (Yeah, I know Galaga isn't a fighting game, but it was mentioned in the press release.) :p

Check out the following specs:

42- 15" L x 10" D x 4.5" H

Authentic Arcade Buttons and Joysticks

Optional Custom Overlay

You choose the colors for T-molding, buttons and joystick D-Pad, A, B, X, Y, RB, LB, Start, Back, and Guide buttons are included

Optional Headset Jack - Wired USB controller means it's also compatible with Windows XP and Vista-

Constructed with 3/4 black melamine coated wood to give that authentic arcade weight and feel

Optional joystick upgrade to the Mag-Stik Plus or Sanwa JLF

Your choice of button types, either Concave or Convex Pricing

Single-Player $149, Dual-Player $299

It should also be noted that the sticks are Windows XP and Vista compatible, which should delight those of you who often play Kawaks, MAME, or even on GGPO.net! Up till now, gamers haven't been blessed with a high-quality stick (short of creating their own custom model that is) but Arcade-in-a-Box Owner Ed Farias is looking to change all that. "Our goal was to design and deliver a product for the gamer who wanted the most elite, most authentic, and most thrilling Xbox 360 arcade experience possible."

We're hoping to get our hands on one of these awesome sticks to playtest. Stay tuned for further updates and be sure to check out the site for the entire arcade stick lineup!