Arcade Archives Arkanoid launches May 7

Arcade Archives 2 Arkanoid will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2, and Arcade Archives Arkanoid for PlayStation 4 and Switch, on May 7, developer Hamster announced. The Arcade Archives 2 version will cost $9.99 / 1,100 yen, while Arcade Archives version will cost $7.99 / 837 yen. An upgrade from Arcade Archives to Arcade Archives 2 will be available for $2.99 / 330 yen.

Here is an overview of the game, via Hamster:

Arkanoid is a brick breaker released by TAITO in 1986.

Take the helm of the spacecraft “Vaus” and bounce the Energy Ball to shatter the Space Walls.

Your goal is to escape from the dimension of a warped labyrinth and return to the mothership “Arkanoid.” Collecting power-up items will give you the edge you need to conquer each stage!

The Arcade Archives series is developed with the concept of faithfully reproducing classic arcade games. It also includes convenient features such as difficulty and screen settings, rewind, rapid-fire, and multiple save slots. In addition, players can compete for the best scores with players around the world through online rankings.

Arcade Archives 2 adds a new “Time Attack Mode” to the lineup of “Original Mode,” “Hi Score Mode,” and “Caravan Mode” included in the Arcade Archives series. In “Time Attack Mode,” players compete to clear the game as quickly as possible, regardless of the score achieved. VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) support has also been added, allowing gameplay to be reproduced even closer to the original arcade experience.

Please enjoy these iconic arcade games that defined an era with the Arcade Archives series!

Watch a trailer below.

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