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Go! Go! Mister Chickums is Out Now on PC & Consoles
com8com1 Software's 2D arcade platformer, Go! Go! Mister Chickums, is now available on PC, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S for $9.99 USD. The game features single-player and local co-op modes with 100 levels, numerous enemies, and a soundtrack by Zane Little. A demo is also available on Steam.
Review - The NewZealand Story: Untold Adventure (PC) | WayTooManyGames
This review of The NewZealand Story: Untold Adventure suggests it is primarily for those who played the original Amiga port in the 1980s, as the remake retains most of its predecessor's elements with updated visuals. While not egregious, the game lacks memorable gameplay and suffers from significant framerate issues on PC.
Polar Escape : Snow Run - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Polar Escape: Snow Run is a free online browser-based HTML5 endless runner game where players guide a character through a snowy landscape, collecting snowflakes and avoiding obstacles. The game features gradually increasing speed and simple controls, offering an addictive arcade experience for score chasing.
Review - Marvel MaXimum Collection (Switch) | WayTooManyGames
The Marvel MaXimum Collection is praised for its excellent port of the X-Men arcade game, which is considered worth the price of admission alone. While other games like Maximum Carnage on SNES are notable, much of the package consists of nostalgic novelties with some quality-of-life improvements from Limited Run Games, though it doesn't reach the heights of collections like Cowabunga Collection.
Iron Dome - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Iron Dome is a free online browser-based HTML5 arcade missile defense game where players intercept incoming rockets. It features multiple game modes, upgradeable weapons, and supports English and Hebrew languages. No download is required to play instantly in a web browser.
Jail Break - A 1986 Arcade game is still coming to the Amiga via JOTD [UPDATE]
The 1986 arcade game Jail Break is still being developed for the Amiga by JOTD, who has released an early alpha version. The game is a 2.5D side-scrolling shooter where players control a cop to eliminate escaped prisoners and rescue civilians. JOTD also mentioned ongoing work on other titles and WHDLoad services.
Marvel MaXimum Collection Review Gamerhub UK
The Marvel MaXimum Collection review notes the absence of a Spider-Man arcade game but highlights the inclusion of the X-Men arcade title. The collection features other notable arcade games.
Mappy - Bally Midway & Namco's Arcade mouse game has arrived on the Amiga via JOTD
The classic arcade game Mappy, originally developed by Namco and published by Bally Midway in 1983, has been ported to the Amiga by JOTD. This new version aims for arcade-perfect gameplay, featuring the original police mouse protagonist retrieving stolen goods from a gang of cats across six floors.
Isa Brave: Underworld keys - Great graphics but very challenging gameplay in this new MSX game from Tom Martin
Tom Martin has unveiled 'Isa Brave: Underworld Keys', a new Arcade game for the MSX platform, as the final entry for the MSXdev25 competition. Despite its cheerful graphics and tune, the game is described as punishingly difficult, requiring determination and wise use of limited ammunition.
The Coin Game Review - The Boomer Arcade
The Coin Game, a surreal sandbox experience focused on classic arcade and carnival-style games, has officially launched out of Steam Early Access and is now available on consoles. The game offers various modes, including a deep Survival Mode where players must earn money to fund their arcade habit while managing basic needs and avoiding dangers. Despite its intentionally janky presentation and mechanics, the game's charm, variety of activities, and rewarding progression loop make it a compelling passion project.
Cyberpunk 2077 Gets a Wild New Racer, But Only in Arcades
Cyberpunk 2077 is getting an arcade spin-off titled Chrome Rush, a Road Rash-style combat racing game developed by UNIS under license from CD Projekt RED. The arcade cabinet features motorcycles racing through Night City locations and is scheduled to begin shipping in May. This announcement follows news of a new Resident Evil 2 arcade shooter.
New Cyberpunk 2077 game announced but not for consoles, PC or mobile
A new arcade cabinet game, Cyberpunk 2077: Chrome Rush, has been announced by UNIS Technology, licensed from CD Projekt. This combat racer is not available on PC or consoles and features gameplay inspired by Road Rash. CD Projekt has also stated there are no plans for further DLC for Cyberpunk 2077, while a second season of the Cyberpunk Edgerunners anime is also in development.
GDC 2026 | Time Crisis Celebrating 30 with G‘AIM’E
G'AIM'E is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Time Crisis by releasing a recreated GunCon light gun and mini console with the game installed. Partnering with Bandai Namco and receiving support from the original development team, G'AIM'E showcased the product at the 2026 Game Developers Conference. The new hardware features AI-powered calibration for modern TVs and aims to expand to other light gun titles.
Cold Blood - An action Pac-Man clone makes an appearance on the MSX
Cold Blood, an action-packed Pac-Man clone developed by Paxanga Software, has been released for the MSX. Players control PacSnake, a member of the PacHound group, tasked with navigating the Ghost Heaven fortress to eat all the dots while avoiding evil ghosts. The game mixes arcade-style dot chomping with action elements.
Fur Squadron Phoenix Review — Space Crew Assemble! | Console Creatures
Fur Squadron Phoenix is an arcade action-adventure game heavily inspired by Star Fox 64, featuring anthropomorphic characters and a compelling story. While the core gameplay is tight and rewarding, the review notes a short campaign and some mandatory grinding for upgrades as drawbacks. Despite these issues, the game is praised for its bright visuals, unique environments, and fun, challenging experience.
MARVEL MaXimum Collection Launching March 27 Featuring Classic Marvel Arcade Games | Invision Game Community
Limited Run Games, in collaboration with Marvel Games and KONAMI, has announced that the MARVEL MaXimum Collection will launch digitally on March 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and PC. This collection features classic Marvel arcade titles, including the highly requested X-Men: The Arcade Game. Physical editions will also be available for pre-order starting March 27.
Marvel MaXimum Collection Launches On March 27
The MARVEL MaXimum Collection, featuring classic Marvel arcade titles like X-Men, Captain America, and Spider-Man, will launch on March 27, 2026. The collection includes online multiplayer for up to six players, a music player, rewind feature, museum, and rollback netcode for X-Men: The Arcade Game. It will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.
'Technological Innovation Meets Timeless Class' in New Formula Legends Update Out Now
3DClouds has released a significant update for their racing game Formula Legends, available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, with Nintendo Switch to follow. The update introduces new free content including a late 2020s car, a late 1950s championship, and the Temple of Speed track. A paid DLC, the Late 2020s Season Pack, adds new teams, drivers, liveries, a modern championship, and the Azerbaijan track.
Moldwasher – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Moldwasher is a new arcade-style cleaning adventure game where players control a food hero using high-pressure sprays and various tools to eliminate mold from a forgotten fridge. The game features diverse mold types, unlockable content, and a relaxing soundtrack, with a beta demo available on Steam.
Chomp, Stack, and Survive in the New Rush Royale x PAC-MAN Arcade Event!
Rush Royale has launched a two-week crossover event with PAC-MAN, transforming its core cooperative mode into an arcade-style labyrinth. Players can team up as Pac-Man and Rush Royale's mascot Duck to survive waves of classic PAC-MAN Ghosts, utilizing power-ups and unique character abilities.
