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Gen-AI controversy aside, Crazy Taxi: World Tour feels like classic arcade Sega - and it's an absolute blast
Sega's upcoming Crazy Taxi: World Tour revives the classic arcade thrills and 90s skate-punk spirit of the original. The preview highlights familiar mechanics like the Crazy Dash, Crazy Stop, and Crazy Drift, alongside new additions like mini-games and 'Odd Jobs' integrated into the maps. Despite controversy surrounding generative AI, the hands-on experience suggests a fun and exhilarating return for the beloved franchise.
Rack up Points in Arcade Hit Railbreak DX, Out Now on XBOX Series X|S & XPA
Railbreak DX, an expanded version of the arcade hit, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. This on-rails shooter features upgraded graphics powered by Unreal Engine 5, a larger cast of playable characters with unique abilities, and new gameplay modes including Story, Score Attack, Onslaught, and the rogue-like Glitch Gauntlet. Players can also choose to fight classic undead, dinosaurs, or a mix of both.
Taito’s Bubble Bobble Quietly Lands on Switch 2 and PS5 Ahead of Its 40th Anniversary
Taito's classic arcade platformer Bubble Bobble has been quietly released on Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5, ahead of the game's 40th anniversary. Developed by Hamster Corporation as part of their Arcade Archives line, the re-release includes modern conveniences like button remapping and save states, along with a CRT filter option. The game is available for $7.99 on both digital storefronts.
GoBlomb Explodes onto Xbox
GoBlomb has launched on Xbox Series X|S, offering a fast-paced arcade experience where players control a goblin tasked with catching falling bombs to prevent Earth's destruction by a God of Destruction. Developed by MadDevStudios and published by RainForest Game Studio, the game is available for £3.79 and challenges players' reflexes with increasing difficulty and arena hazards.
Fitorian - A rather decent Galaxian clone for the Amstrad CPC by fitosoft
Fitorian, a new shoot 'em up developed by fitosoft, has been released for the Amstrad CPC. Inspired by 1980s arcade classics like Galaxian, the game tasks players with defending the planet from alien forces in fast-paced, nostalgic gameplay.
Crazy Taxi: World Tour stays close to its arcade roots
Sega's upcoming Crazy Taxi: World Tour aims to revive the classic arcade driving series with a new Germany map and expanded gameplay. While retaining the core mechanics of picking up passengers and reaching destinations quickly, the game introduces an open world where the timer no longer results in a Game Over, allowing for continued play and exploration of side quests. The title is slated for release in 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Rotor Rescue Choplifter - Helicopter Evacuation - Free Online Browser Game
Rotor Rescue Choplifter - Helicopter Evacuation is a browser-based arcade game that offers a modern take on classic helicopter rescue gameplay. It features 18 campaign sectors with varied terrain and weather, an endless survival mode, and an extermination sortie. The game includes various enemy types, weapon power-ups, and multiple difficulty tiers, along with a "Choplifter Classic Mode" recreating the 1982 original.
Katuba’s Poacher lined up for Nintendo Switch [update: Switch 2]
Katuba's Poacher, an arcade action game with a hand-drawn cartoon style and jazz-inspired boss battles, is slated for release on Nintendo Switch. Publisher Red Dunes Games and developer Joe Yu announced the title, though a specific launch date has not yet been provided. An update also mentions plans for Nintendo Switch 2, but does not confirm if the game will be available on the successor console.
Skatesterre: Where Classic Arcade Skateboarding Meets a New Generation
Skatesterre is an arcade skateboarding game developed by Headup and Goon Squad in collaboration with pro skater Sterre Meijer. The game aims to recapture the feel of classic arcade skateboarding titles from the golden era, incorporating modern features and Sterre's unique style. It is available on Xbox Series X|S and features intuitive controls, a deep combo system, and unlockable fashion items.
Rotor Rescue: Choplifter - Free Online Browser Game
Rotor Rescue: Choplifter is a free-to-play browser game that offers a modern take on the classic Choplifter gameplay. It features 18 campaign sectors with varied terrain and weather, an endless survival mode, and an extermination sortie. The game includes a roster of enemy vehicles, weapon power-ups, and multiple difficulty tiers, with a pixel-perfect recreation of the original 1982 Choplifter also available.
Panzer Knights: Commander's Edition Review | TheXboxHub
Panzer Knights: Commander's Edition is an arcade-style tank combat game set in an anime-stylized World War II. While drawing inspiration from World of Tanks with its third-person perspective and tactical combat mechanics, the game suffers from erratic AI and harsh mission design, including instant mission failure from single hits. Despite its flaws, it offers a unique story-driven tank experience for fans of the genre.
Things Get Fruity In Trash Raccoon
Trash Raccoon, a fast-paced roguelite arcade game developed and published by Xeneder Team, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC with Xbox Play Anywhere support for £4.19. Players control a raccoon collecting fruit before it explodes, using collected fruit to charge a powerful dash ability. The game features a roguelite progression system with upgrades earned through repeated runs across nine stages.
Wild Blue Skies: How We Brought the Feel of a 90s Arcade Cockpit to XBOX
Chuhai Labs discusses the development of Wild Blue Skies, a modern take on the 90s on-rails shooter genre, for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC. The team focused on embracing limitations, refining controls, and creating a vibrant, anime-inspired world. The game features a voice cast including Jonah Scott, Suzie Yeung, Edward Bosco, and Daman Mills, and is set to launch on August 13.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 10 to 14
This weekly feature highlights new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between August 10 and 14. Titles include EA Sports Madden NFL 27, Sandustry, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, and many more across various genres.
The Purplecade Power Pack - Free Online Browser Game
The Purplecade Power Pack is a new free online browser game offering classic arcade-style gameplay with modern polish. The game is designed to be played instantly without downloads and promises more games will be added over time.
Coming Out in gaming this week — August 3, 2026
This week's gaming releases include a variety of titles across multiple genres and platforms. Highlights include "Beast of Reincarnation," an action RPG with unique combat, and "Big Walk," a cooperative adventure from the creators of "Untitled Goose Game." Other notable releases are "Lies of P: Complete Edition" for the Switch 2, "Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls," and the roguelike FPS "Gunstoppable."
Nitro City Racing Review | TheXboxHub
Nitro City Racing is a retro-inspired driving game that focuses on avoiding crashes rather than traditional racing. While it offers a sense of speed and sharp presentation, the repetitive mission structure and random traffic placement lead to frustration. The reviewer suggests playing classic arcade titles like Outrun instead.
Vikings Pinball Launches On Xbox With Physics-Based Mayhem
Vikings Pinball, a physics-driven destruction game from NOSTRA GAMES, has launched on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for £4.19. The game challenges players to use precise shots and environmental interactions to defeat enemy forces, offering a budget-friendly arcade experience.
Count Binface Is Making A Campaign Promise That Every Sega Fan Can Get Behind
Independent candidate Count Binface has called on Sega to reopen its West End Arcade and greenlight Shenmue 4 as part of his campaign for the Clacton-on-Sea by-election. He also expressed a desire to see the return of Sega World in London and the original Sonic the Hedgehog. This campaign effort follows a viral fake Shenmue 4 trailer that Ys Net condemned.
Blast’N Bounty Is A Love Letter To Arcade Shoot ‘Em Ups
Blast'N Bounty, an arcade-inspired vertical shoot 'em up developed by No CheckPoint and published by Eastasiasoft, has launched today. The game is available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, featuring colorful pixel art, low-poly 3D visuals, and a revenge-fueled quest.
