Driven by the success of the Arcade Archives, Hamster has expanded its preservation efforts with a new initiative: . Launched in February 2026 , this sister series applies the same meticulous approach to classic console games from the 8-bit and 32-bit eras, bringing titles from the NES, PlayStation 1, and other systems to Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5 . The lineup includes beloved titles like Cool Boarders , Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos , Doraemon , Nobunaga's Ambition , and Sonic Wings Special , complete with customizable button layouts, rapid-fire settings, multiple save points, and a new rewind function. With Console Archives, Hamster is on a mission to create a library that could eventually rival its own monumental arcade collection.
Whether you are looking to relive your youth or discover the roots of modern gaming, the Arcade Archives collection is a vital, ever-expanding treasure trove.
Considered one of the best platformers ever made, this 1986 classic is perfect for co-op play. Arcade Archives Games Collection - 342 Games -N...
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A simple "collect the icons before the timer runs out" game that invented the "helicopter character" movement. The Arcade Archives version is the only place to get the genuine arcade bomb explosion sound effects. Driven by the success of the Arcade Archives,
In a rare move, Nintendo licensed arcade originals like Donkey Kong , Mario Bros. , and Punch-Out!! exclusively for the Nintendo Switch version of the series.
The series famously brought the arcade version of Donkey Kong to the Switch, a rarity for many years [2.2]. With Console Archives, Hamster is on a mission
The Ultimate Arcade Archives Games Collection: Reviving 342+ Golden Age Classics