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Karate Champ is this week’s Console Archives game for Nintendo Switch 2
Karate Champ is being released for the Nintendo Switch 2 as part of the Console Archives lineup on September 24, 2026, for $7.99. This 1986 DATA EAST action game features simple controls for executing a variety of moves. The Console Archives series adds modern features like customizable button layouts and save points to classic titles.
Crazy Climber is this week’s Console Archives game for Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster announced that Crazy Climber will be available digitally for the Nintendo Switch as part of the Console Archives series on September 17, 2026, for $7.99. This release includes the Japanese version with English text and features enhancements like customizable controls and save points, aiming to bring the 1986 Nichibutsu arcade classic to modern platforms.
Bubble Bobble is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster announced that the classic arcade game Bubble Bobble will be released tomorrow, August 26, as part of the Console Archives series on Nintendo Switch. Originally released by Taito in 1988, this action game features 100 stages and includes modern features like customizable controls and save states. The digital version will be available for $7.99.
Rhapsody 2: Ballad of the Little Princess is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Rhapsody 2: Ballad of the Little Princess is being released on the Nintendo Switch via Hamster's Console Archives series on August 20 for $14.99. Originally developed by Nippon Ichi Software in 1999, this musical RPG follows Kururu on her quest to find her ideal prince. The Console Archives version will feature English interface and manual, with the game content remaining in Japanese.
UFO: A Day in the Life is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
UFO: A Day in the Life, an alien-search variety game originally released in 1999, is now available on Nintendo Switch as part of the Console Archives series. The game will be sold digitally for $11.99, with the user interface and manual available in English, while the in-game content remains in Japanese. The Console Archives series aims to bring classic home console games to modern platforms with added features like customizable controls and save states.
Hercules no Eikou 2 Taitan No Metsubou is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Hercules no Eikou 2 Taitan No Metsubou, an RPG originally released in 1989 by Data East, is being added to the Nintendo Switch's Console Archives lineup on July 16. The digital release will feature an English user interface and manual, though the game itself remains in Japanese. The Console Archives series enhances classic titles with modern features like save points and customizable controls.
Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster Corporation announced that Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure will be released on Nintendo Switch's Console Archives tomorrow, July 9. Originally developed by Nippon Ichi Software in 1998, this musical RPG follows Cornet as she befriends puppets on a quest to rescue a prince. The Console Archives series adds modern features like customizable controls and save points to classic titles.
T.R.A.G.: Tactical Rescue Assault Group – Mission of Mercy is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
T.R.A.G.: Tactical Rescue Assault Group – Mission of Mercy is being released on Nintendo Switch as part of the Console Archives series on July 2nd. Originally launched in 1998 by Sunsoft, this action game tasks players with rescuing scientists from an occupied building. The Console Archives series enhances classic titles with modern features like customizable controls and save points.
Bokosuka Wars is this week’s Console Archives on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster Corporation is releasing the classic 1985 RPG Bokosuka Wars on Nintendo Switch tomorrow, June 25, as part of its Console Archives series. The game tasks players with restoring peace to the Kingdom of Suren by defeating the tyrant King Ogoreth. The Console Archives series offers modern features like customizable controls and save states for classic titles.
The Legend of Kage is this week’s Console Archives on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster has announced that The Legend of Kage will be the latest addition to the Console Archives series on Nintendo Switch, releasing on June 18. Originally released by Taito in 1986, this 8-bit action game tasks players with rescuing Kirihime from villains using ninja techniques. The Console Archives series aims to faithfully reproduce classic games with modern conveniences like save states and customizable controls.
Rohga: Armor Force is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Rohga: Armor Force is being released on the Nintendo Switch as part of the Console Archives series on April 30 for $11.99. Originally released by Data East in 1996, this shooter allows players to customize their battle machines by combining different body parts. The Console Archives series aims to faithfully reproduce classic games with modern conveniences.
Console Archives SEICROSS Launches April 9th
SEICROSS is set to launch on April 9th, 2026, for both the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. The game is part of the Console Archives series.
Sonic Wings Special is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster will release Sonic Wings Special as the next Console Archives game for the Nintendo Switch on March 12. Originally launched in 1996 by Video System for a 32-bit home console, this shooter is now available through Nintendo's digital service.
Console Archives Nobunaga’s Ambition launches March 5
The game Nobunaga's Ambition, under the Console Archives label, is set to release on March 5 for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Further details about the game's content are expected.