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Arcade Archives 2 ARKANOID Lands On Xbox – The Greatest Brick Breaker Ever Returns
Arcade Archives 2 Arkanoid has been released on Xbox Series X|S by HAMSTER Corporation, bringing TAITO's 1986 brick breaker game to modern platforms. This release includes modern features like online rankings, a new Time Attack mode, adjustable difficulty, and rewind functionality, while preserving the original arcade experience. Priced at £7.49, it offers a slice of arcade history that still challenges players.
Arcade Classic Arkanoid Hits the Bricks on PS5, PS4 Very Soon
Hamster Corporation is releasing the arcade classic Arkanoid on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 tomorrow, May 7th, 2026. This faithful reproduction of the 1986 Taito title features the original brick-breaking gameplay with added power-ups and includes typical Arcade Archives enhancements like save states and button remapping.
Metal Slug Classics Are Dirt Cheap on PS5, PS4 Right Now
SNK is currently holding a sale on most of the classic Metal Slug titles for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, coinciding with the series' 30th anniversary. The sale includes various ACA Neo Geo ports from Hamster Corporation and SNK's own releases, with discounts available until May 7th. A new entry in the franchise is also reportedly in development.
Pull The Pure Retro Punches With Arcade Archives 2 STREET SMART
Arcade Archives 2 STREET SMART, a 1989 arcade fighting game originally by SNK, has been released on Xbox Series X|S by HAMSTER Corporation for £7.49. This port preserves the classic arcade experience with modern features like save states, online leaderboards, and VRR support, making it a nostalgic addition for retro fans.
Arcade Archives 2 KONAMI GT Roars Onto Xbox – A Retro Racer That Still Has Some Mileage?
Arcade Archives 2 KONAMI GT, a retro arcade racer originally released by KONAMI in 1985, has launched on Xbox Series X|S. Developed and published by HAMSTER Corporation, the game features six stages, a fuel gauge mechanic, and modern enhancements like rewind, save states, and online leaderboards. This release continues HAMSTER's effort to preserve classic arcade experiences for modern platforms.
Ishin no Arashi is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Koei Tecmo's historical simulation game Ishin no Arashi is being released for the Nintendo Switch as part of Hamster Corporation's Console Archives series. The game, originally released in 1990, will be available digitally for $7.99 starting April 16, with the user interface and manual available in English, though the main game remains largely in Japanese.
Arcade Archives 2 POLARIS Dives Onto Xbox With Another Slice Of Retro Action
HAMSTER Corporation has released Arcade Archives 2 POLARIS on Xbox Series X|S for £7.49. This arcade shooter faithfully revives the classic gameplay with modern conveniences like save states, rewind functionality, and online leaderboards. The game features a submarine piloting mechanic where players must shoot missiles upward while navigating hostile waters.
Arcade Archives 2 FINAL LAP Revives A Racing Classic
Arcade Archives 2 FINAL LAP, a revival of the 1987 NAMCO arcade racing game, has been released on Xbox Series X|S by HAMSTER Corporation. The game offers a pure, time-based arcade racing experience with modes like Time Attack, Original, Hi Score, and Caravan, preserving the original gameplay while adding modern conveniences for retro enthusiasts.
Console Archives Terra Cresta launches this week
Hamster Corporation announced that the classic shooting game Terra Cresta will launch on March 26th for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. The game features a unique split-mode and formation design system, allowing players to customize powerful attacks. Terra Cresta was originally released by Nichibutsu in 1986.
A Classic returns In Arcade Archives 2 DEVASTATORS
Arcade Archives 2 DEVASTATORS, a revival of the late-80s top-down shooter, has been released on Xbox Series X|S. Developed and published by HAMSTER Corporation, this version includes both English and Japanese versions of the original KONAMI game, along with modern features like adjustable difficulty, save slots, and online leaderboards.
Review: Arcade Archives 2 Rave Racer (Nintendo Switch 2)
Arcade Archives 2 Rave Racer has been released on Nintendo Switch, offering a classic arcade racing experience for $16.99. While featuring only four courses, the game provides a challenging and fun drifting mechanic reminiscent of the Ridge Racer series. The soundtrack is noted for its eclectic and sometimes disjointed nature.
PS5 Gets Port of Rare PS1 Shooter This Week
The classic PlayStation 1 vertical-scrolling shooter, Sonic Wings Special, is receiving a port to the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on March 12, 2026, for $11.99. This release is part of Hamster Corporation's Console Archives series, which aims to bring rare and classic games to modern consoles.
Arcade Archives PLUMP POP Launches on March 5th
Hamster Corporation announced that the arcade game Plump Pop will be released on Nintendo Switch on March 5th. The game is part of the Arcade Archives series, which re-releases classic arcade titles.
PLUMP POP Joins The Arcade Archives 2 Lineup
HAMSTER Corporation has released the 1987 arcade classic PLUMP POP on Xbox Series X|S as part of its Arcade Archives line. The game features a unique premise where players use a trampoline to launch a child character to defeat airborne enemies. This release includes modern conveniences like rewind functionality and a new Time Attack Mode.
