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Arkanoid Revenge of Doh is this week’s Arcade Archive game on Nintendo Switch 2, and Switch
Hamster announced that Arkanoid Revenge of Doh, the 1987 sequel to the brick breaker game, will be released on September 3, 2026, as part of the Arcade Archives series for Nintendo Switch. The game features branching paths and new items, and players can compete for high scores globally.
Brick Blaster - A rather decent Arkanoid clone arrives on the Amstrad CPC by Issalig
Brick Blaster, an Arkanoid clone developed by Issalig, has been released for the Amstrad CPC. The game features 10 levels, a final boss with unique AI, refined physics, and power-ups. It includes three difficulty settings and is available in six languages, with a browser-based emulator for mobile users.
CyberBlocker Complete Edition Review | TheXboxHub
CyberBlocker Complete Edition is a genre mash-up that combines brick-breaker mechanics with shoot 'em up elements, featuring weaponized paddles and bullet-hell gameplay. While initially overwhelming, the game rewards persistence, with its power-up system and fast-paced action becoming enjoyable once understood. The presentation boasts a vibrant, Japanese shoot 'em up aesthetic that contrasts with its core brick-breaking gameplay.
BALL x PIT is free on Switch with limited game trial
BALL x PIT, an indie title published by Devolver Digital, is available as a free game trial for Nintendo Switch Online members until June 1. The game is also discounted to $9.99 on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. BALL x PIT blends brick breaker mechanics with bullet hell and town-building elements and is also available on PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X.
ARC4NERD - A classic arcade game in the Arkanoid style for the Commodore Amiga from HooGames2017
ARC4NERD, a new Arkanoid-style arcade game, has been released for the Commodore Amiga by developer HooGames2017 and publisher APC&TCP. The game features over 55 levels, special abilities, and a final boss, with both digital and physical boxed editions available. It requires a Commodore Amiga 500 or higher with Kickstart 1.3 and 1MB RAM.
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.
Arkanoid is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Arkanoid is being released as the latest Arcade Archives title on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on May 7. This 1986 brick breaker game by Taito tasks players with piloting the spacecraft "Vaus" to destroy Space Walls and escape a warped labyrinth. The Arcade Archives series faithfully reproduces classic arcade games with adjustable settings and online high score competition.
CyberBlocker Complete Edition Blasts Onto Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC
CyberBlocker Complete Edition has launched on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for £6.69. This arcade title blends the classic brick-breaking formula with shoot 'em up elements, featuring twin ships and a neon-soaked aesthetic. The game offers a standard mode across five stages, a Challenge Mode, and Play Anywhere support for PC and Xbox.
Chico's Rebound Review - Gamer Social Club
Gamer Social Club has reviewed Chico's Rebound, a brick-breaking adventure game. The review will determine if the game meets expectations or falls short.
ACA NeoGeo Pop’N Bounce heading to Nintendo Switch
Hamster announced that Pop'N Bounce, originally released in 1997 by Video System, will be added to the ACA NeoGeo series for Nintendo Switch on March 12 for $7.99. The game is a brick breaker where players connect adjacent blocks of the same color to make them grow and score points. The ACA NeoGeo series faithfully reproduces classic arcade titles with adjustable settings and online high score competition.
Space Break - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Space Break is a new free online browser-based HTML5 game where players destroy bricks by bouncing a ball. The objective is to clear all bricks before losing three lives. The game is embedded using an iframe for web pages.
Power of Ball - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Power of Ball is a free, browser-based HTML5 game that combines Brick Breaker mechanics with RPG elements. The game is playable online and can be embedded into other web pages. It has received positive ratings from players.
