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Snapman 20 - A rather nice Pac-Man clone for the Commodore VIC-20
Beamrider has released Snapman 20, a faithful Pac-Man clone for the Commodore VIC-20, coded entirely in machine assembly. The game preserves the original arcade's ghost patterns and intermissions, requiring a VIC-20 with 35K RAM expansion. This homebrew title bridges 80s UK computer heritage with arcade fun.
Jaleco Arcade Collection Vol.1 and Jaleco Arcade Collection Vol.2 announced for Nintendo Switch
Gravity Game Arise has announced the Jaleco Arcade Collection Vol.1 and Vol.2 for Nintendo Switch, set to launch this winter. Each volume will feature 16 retro arcade titles from the 1980s and 1990s, totaling 32 games across both compilations. The collections will include enhanced features like rewind, save states, and customizable controls.
"Sorry to keep you waiting": Crazy Taxi's creator knows World Tour has been a long time coming, but there are plenty of unanswered questions about this revival
Sega is reviving the Crazy Taxi franchise with Crazy Taxi: World Tour, developed by Kenji Kanno, who expresses personal enthusiasm for creating a game that makes players happy. The revival aims to introduce the legacy IP to a new generation, featuring familiar gameplay alongside new modes like a campaign and mini-games, with a planned release in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. Despite Kanno's infectious excitement, many gameplay details and character specifics remain unconfirmed, leaving questions about the core mechanics and the extent of generative AI usage in development.
G-MODE Archives+ PAC-MAN launches June 18 in Japan
The feature phone version of the classic arcade game PAC-MAN is launching for Nintendo Switch and PC in Japan on June 18 for 800 yen. Developed by G-MODE Corporation, this release is a port of the Japanese flip phone app and does not include new features like achievements or additional languages.
Bomb Jack GX - If you loved this Arcade classic back in the day, then check out this new Amstrad Plus and GX4000 version!
Homebrew developer AnthonyFlack has released Bomb Jack GX, a new arcade port enhanced for the Amstrad CPC Plus and GX4000. This version focuses on a pure recreation of the original Bomb Jack arcade classic, featuring improved visuals and fluid performance. It is compatible with Amstrad Plus computers and the GX4000 console, with support for persistent high scores via Pico-GX cartridges or the ACE-DL emulator.
Super Pac-Man - A dedicated port of Namco’s Super Pac-Man for the MSX system
A dedicated port of Namco's 1982 arcade game Super Pac-Man has been released for the MSX home computer system. Developed by Mastropiero, this version is based on the Casio PV-2000 title Mr. Packn but features enhanced graphics and a new title screen optimized for the MSX. The port is compatible with all MSX models and includes legacy development strings referencing Namco's original development period.
MARVEL MaXimum Collection – A Proper Throwback To When Superheroes Ruled
MARVEL MaXimum Collection is a retro compilation released on Xbox Series X|S, bundling classic Marvel arcade and console games from the late '80s and '90s. Developed by Limited Run Games, it includes multiple versions of titles like X-Men: The Arcade Game and Spider-Man / Venom: Maximum Carnage, offering modern conveniences such as rewind and save states alongside historical content.
The NewZealand Story: Untold Adventure Launches on PC, Reviving the TAITO Arcade Classic
Bitobit has launched The NewZealand Story: Untold Adventure on PC, a modern revival of the 1988 TAITO arcade classic. The remake features updated gameplay, a new fifth stage inspired by New Zealand's South Island with a new boss, and retains the charm of the original while appealing to both new and returning players.
