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Arcade Basketball Is Back on PS5 with NBA Street-Style Revival, Featuring Rollback Netcode
Play by Play Studios, led by EA Big veteran Mike Young, has announced an NBA Street and NBA Jam-inspired arcade basketball game for PlayStation 5 called NBA The Run. The game will feature over 30 NBA stars and five fictional legends, with gameplay powered by rollback netcode for seamless online multiplayer. A closed beta is scheduled for May 1st, with a full release window set for June.
NBA The Run is ready to fill the void of good street basketball games
NBA The Run is a new arcade basketball game heavily inspired by NBA Street. The game aims to fill the current void of good street basketball titles with its stylish presentation and confident gameplay.
NBA THE RUN Announced
The National Basketball Association and the NBA Players Association have announced NBA THE RUN, a 3v3 arcade basketball game. It is scheduled to be released in June of this year for Windows, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series consoles.
NBA The Run Brings Streetball Magic Back to Gaming This June | HappyGamer
Play by Play Studios has released the first gameplay trailer for NBA The Run, an arcade-style streetball game set to launch on PlayStation 5 in June. The game features knockout tournaments with randomized rulesets, an 'In the Zone' system for special abilities, and a progression system based on earning 'Cred' through wins. NBA The Run aims to capture the fun and style of classic street basketball games.
Smash Windows And Score Big In Indoor Baseball
Indoor Baseball has launched on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, offering a chaotic arcade sports experience where players smash objects and windows for points. Developed by Snow Day Software, the game features fast-paced 1v1 matches with simple controls and destructible indoor environments. This title follows the developer's previous game, Indoor Kickball.
In the Absence of Virtua Tennis, Nickelodeon's Wacky Arcade Alternative Steps Up
Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis, developed by Gameloft and Old Skull Games, is set to launch on May 28th. This arcade-style tennis game features 15 characters, including SpongeBob and Garfield, with easy-to-learn controls, a story mode, mini-games, and local multiplayer. The game aims to fill the void left by Virtua Tennis and Hot Shots Tennis, though concerns about choppy frame rates in the trailer have been noted.
Nickelodeon's All-Star Cast Returns To The Tennis Court Next Month
Gameloft and Old Skull Games announced that Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! will launch on Nintendo Switch and PC on May 28, 2026. The game features 15 iconic Nickelodeon characters, a Story Mode, mini-games, and tournament mode, with extensive customization options for players.
Backyard Baseball Preview: It’s Back and It’s Got Something for the OG Players Who Are Now All Grown Up
The arcade sports game Backyard Baseball is set to make a comeback, aiming to evoke nostalgic memories for players who grew up with the original late-90s title.
Step Into The Ring With Casual Sport Series: Boxing
Casual Sport Series: Boxing, an arcade-style boxing game from Revulo Games, is now available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S for £4.99. The game focuses on accessible, immediate gameplay with a career mode and local multiplayer, differentiating itself from more realistic boxing simulators.
FIFA Heroes hands-on preview - an arcade style rival for EA Sports FC
FIFA Heroes is a new free-to-play, arcade-style football game from Enver Studio, branded by FIFA, that aims to revive the genre for consoles and mobile. It draws inspiration from titles like FIFA Street and MOBAs, featuring a live service model and targeting a younger demographic with accessible gameplay and microtransactions. The game will launch on iOS and Android on April 28, with PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch versions to follow.
FIFA Returns With Free-To-Play Arcade-Style Football And An Utterly Bizarre Roster
The FIFA series is returning in 2026 with FIFA Heroes, a free-to-play arcade-style football game developed by ENVER. The game will feature a mix of football legends like Diego Maradona and Harry Kane, alongside mythological figures such as Thor and Sun Wukong. FIFA Heroes is designed for quick, unpredictable matches with special abilities and will be available on mobile and Nintendo Switch.
FIFA is back in April with FIFA Heroes, and you can play as Maradona, Harry Kane and… Thor?
FIFA Heroes, an arcade-style 5v5 football game, is set to launch on April 28th for iOS, Android, and PC, with console versions to follow. The free-to-play title features real footballers like Diego Maradona and Harry Kane alongside mythological figures such as Thor and Sun Wukong, offering exaggerated abilities and fast-paced gameplay.
FIFA Mascots, MYTHS, LEGENDS, SUPERSTARS: FIFA HEROES FIRST LOOK
FIFA Heroes, an arcade five-a-side football game, will launch on April 28, 2026, for iOS, Android, and PC, with Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox versions to follow. Developed by Solace and Enver, the game features a mix of modern footballers, legendary players like Diego Maradona, and mythological characters such as Thor. Motorola is a smartphone partner, and the game will be pre-installed on select devices.
New FIFA Game Announced, Lets You Play As Thor And Late Soccer Star
FIFA has announced FIFA Heroes, a new 5v5 arcade-style soccer game featuring real-world players, mascots, and mythological figures like Thor. Developed by Enver, the game aims for accessible gameplay with exaggerated skills and personality-driven characters. FIFA Heroes is available on mobile and will launch on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch with cross-progression support.
Basketball Classics Brings Backboard-Breaking Retro Hoops to All Modern Consoles Today
Basketball Classics, a retro-inspired arcade basketball game, has been released on modern consoles including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch for $9.99. Developed by Namo Gamo and published by Acclaim, the game features 5-on-5 pick-up-and-play gameplay and is a precursor to the upcoming Super Basketball Classics.
Basketball Classics Brings Backboard-Breaking Retro Hoops To All Modern Consoles Today | Console Creatures
The retro arcade basketball game Basketball Classics has been released on Xbox and PlayStation consoles, following its PC debut. Developed by Namo Gamo and supported by Acclaim, the game aims to capture the spirit of classic 8-bit and 16-bit sports titles with streamlined controls and modern presentation. A follow-up title, Super Basketball Classics, is planned for release later this year.
Basketball Classics Brings Retro Arcade Hoops to Xbox
Basketball Classics, a retro 5-on-5 arcade basketball game developed by Namo Gamo and published by Acclaim, is now available on Xbox after gaining a following on PC since 2019. The game features simplified three-button gameplay with deep strategy, extensive rosters spanning decades, and a Story Mode to unlock legendary players. It emphasizes a pure arcade experience with no microtransactions.
Hit The Court In Basketball Classics – Out Now On Xbox And PC
Basketball Classics, an arcade sports game with a side-scrolling perspective, has launched on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed by Namo Gamo and published by Acclaim, the game features streamlined controls, dynamic play-calling, over 175 teams, and more than 1000 players from various basketball eras. Priced at £8.39, it offers a retro-inspired experience focused on quick reactions and couch competition.
Basketball Classics Brings Backboard-Breaking Retro Hoops to All Modern Consoles today
Basketball Classics, the predecessor to Super Basketball Classics, has been released digitally on modern consoles including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch for $9.99. Developed by Namo Gamo and published by Acclaim, the game offers retro-inspired 5-on-5 arcade basketball gameplay. The original title was first released on Steam in 2019.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters Highlights New Stamina System and Match Mechanics in Gameplay Trailer
Bandai Namco released a new gameplay trailer for Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, detailing its updated match mechanics including a stamina system for goalkeepers and attackers. The arcade-style soccer title, launching later this year on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC, introduces "Max Actions," "Super Moves," and a "Chain System" to enhance strategic play.