The Best Classic Games

Update, : Arcade Archives: Cadash added at rank #41.
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Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration (2022)

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PC Windows Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 4 Xbox Series X

Immerse yourself in 50 years of gaming history with Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration! Enjoy over 100 classic and new games, unlock hidden gems, and delve into fascinating interviews and archival material. Whether you're a nostalgic gamer or a history buff, this collection will keep you entertained and educated.


Pro:
  • Rich collection of classic and new Atari games
  • Exciting hidden games to discover
  • Comprehensive history through interviews and archival materials
  • Good value for money
  • Appeals to both gamers and history enthusiasts
Cons:
  • Absence of Activision games and some licensed games
  • Limited subtitle availability for non-English speakers

  • arcade
  • classic
  • retro
  • historical
  • 1980s
  • interactive
  • software
  • voxel
  • compilation
  • vector
  • platform
  • shoot-em-up
  • education
  • pinball
  • pvp

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We Love Katamari Reroll + Royal Reverie (2023)

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Playstation 4 Xbox Series X/s Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows Playstation 5

Get ready to roll your way to stardom in We Love Katamari REROLL+ Royal Reverie! As the Prince, you'll roll up everything from everyday objects to creatures, creating stunning stars. With revamped graphics, new challenges, and a selfie mode, this game offers a simple yet deep experience that's a must-play for all.


Pro:
  • Lots of rolling gameplay
  • A must-buy for Katamari fans
  • More content and touching story
  • Quality of life improvements for completionists
  • Solid replay value
Cons:
  • Some levels with specific criteria can be less enjoyable
  • Lacks bonus content

  • anxiety
  • controller-support
  • third-person
  • remake
  • classic
  • 3d
  • funny
  • space
  • local
  • cooperative
  • platform
  • difficult
  • multiplayer
  • similarly-sized
  • heavily-stylized

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge - Dimens... (2022)

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Xbox One IOS iPhone (IOS iPhone) Xbox Series X Playstation 5 l PC Windows Linux Nintendo Switch

Dive into the rad world of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge! Embrace nostalgia with the 80s vibe, stunning pixel art, and authentic TMNT design. Battle through hordes of enemies solo or team up with friends for action-packed combat. With unique skills and moves, every game is a gnarly adventure. It's time to unleash your inner ninja!


Pro:
  • Retro 80s experience
  • Fun multiplayer gameplay
  • Easy to play controls
  • Variety of unique moves
  • Immersive story mode
Cons:
  • Limited online players
  • Potentially overwhelming enemies in multiplayer mode

  • arcade
  • cooperative
  • ninja
  • classic
  • pixel
  • brawler
  • boss
  • retro
  • side-scrolling
  • beat-em-up
  • combo
  • multiplayer
  • old-school
  • campaign
  • fight

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Streets of Rage 4 (2020)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 4 PC Windows Mac OS Linux stadia IOS iPhone Android

Streets of Rage 4 is the long awaited fourth entry into the classic Sega franchise. It features a blend of old and new, with classic characters such as Axel and Adam Hunter returning alongside a new main character, Cherry. All characters have unique playstyles, from Axel's powerful punches to Cherry's speedy strikes. There are tons of unlockables to discover and it has an amazing soundtrack.


Pro:
  • Satisfying combat
  • Incredible music and visuals
  • Tons to unlock
  • Simple yet rewarding combat mechanics
Cons:
  • Lack of 4 player online
  • Occasionally too easy to get cornered

  • brawler
  • boss
  • cooperative
  • beat-em-up
  • combo
  • retro
  • classic
  • side-scrolling
  • fight
  • old-school
  • arcade
  • online
  • hand-drawn
  • crime
  • combat

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Sonic Origins (2022)

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Xbox One PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X

Relive the classic adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Sonic 3 & Knuckles, and Sonic CD in this new remaster.


  • platform
  • classic
  • compilation
  • retro
  • boss
  • adventure

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge (2022)

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Android Xbox One Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Linux PC Windows IOS iPhone

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge is an action-packed adventure game from Dotemu, a company well-known for reviving classic titles with modern touches. Featuring gorgeous graphics, voice acting from the original cartoon actors, and a powerful soundtrack featuring Wu-Tang Clan's Ghostface Killah and Raekwon, this game is sure to bring back the joy of the original games while still feeling fresh. With side missions and hidden characters to discover, you'll be sure to keep coming back for more.


Pro:
  • Gorgeous graphics and animation
  • Original voice cast
  • Variety of moves
  • Variety of power-ups
  • Deep cuts of characters from the original series
  • Powerful soundtrack by Wu-Tang Clan
Cons:
  • Can be difficult to master controls at times

  • arcade
  • ninja
  • brawler
  • cooperative
  • classic
  • boss
  • side-scrolling
  • fight
  • beat-em-up
  • retro
  • pixel
  • combo
  • online
  • action
  • old-school

7

Tetris Effect: Connected (2021)

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PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Xbox One ps1 vr2

Tetris Effect Connected is an unforgettable gaming experience with mesmerizing graphics, engaging electronic music, and addicting gameplay. Whether you play solo or with friends, you'll find endless hours of entertainment in this game.


Pro:
  • Unique and stunning visuals
  • Engaging multiplayer modes
  • Challenging but satisfying gameplay
  • New features that add accessibility and appreciation for combos
  • And immersive electronic soundtrack
Cons:
  • Extreme skill gap in competitive modes
  • Short campaign mode

  • puzzle
  • cooperative
  • multiplayer
  • competitive
  • boss
  • classic
  • online
  • rhythm
  • platform
  • local
  • single-player
  • trance
  • battle
  • grid
  • head-to-head

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Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium (2022)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Xbox One Playstation 4

Play more of your favorite arcade hits from yesteryear. Includes SONSON for free!

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  • arcade
  • classic
  • vertical
  • fight
  • shooter
  • retro
  • compilation
  • scrolling
  • horizontal
  • online
  • side-scrolling
  • wrestling
  • basketball
  • soccer
  • platform

9

Beyond a Steel Sky (2020)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 IOS iPhone Mac OS Linux

Beyond a Steel Sky is a thrilling cyberpunk adventure game with engaging puzzles and a fast-paced narrative that will keep you hooked. Follow Robert Foster as he tries to rescue a kidnapped child in Union City, a futuristic utopia controlled by an altruistic AI. The game features a beautifully detailed comic-book style world and plenty of humor. Unravel dark conspiracies and defeat a terrifying antagonist in this innovative and exciting adventure!


Pro:
  • Engaging storyline and characters
  • Built-in hints system
  • Great setting and world design
  • Innovative puzzle mechanics
  • Plenty of humor and nostalgia nods
Cons:
  • Controlling the character is clunky
  • Hacking can be repetitive
  • Lack of puzzle diversity
  • Story can be simplistic with bad pace
  • Cutscenes are too long and boring

  • cyberpunk
  • point-and-click
  • adventure
  • puzzle
  • dystopian
  • narrative
  • classic
  • sci-fi
  • thriller
  • futuristic
  • third-person
  • hacking
  • mystery
  • cult
  • inventory

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Capcom Arcade Stadium (2021)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Xbox One Playstation 4

Relive the Capcom classics! Get 1943 -The Battle of Midway- and game logo wallpapers free with your download!


  • arcade
  • classic
  • retro
  • shooter
  • fight
  • online
  • vertical
  • compilation
  • local
  • scrolling
  • cooperative

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