We’ve got the latest Arcade Archives announcement from Hamster with the company revealing Strategy X as its latest release. A worldwide release is set for tomorrow, June 19.

Konami was behind the original launch of Strategy X, which took place in 1981. The vertical shooter has players taking control of a tank.

Here’s an official trailer:

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Spinal Breakers is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch

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Today, Hamster announced that it’s bringing Arcade Archives Spinal Breakers to Nintendo Switch. A worldwide release is set for tomorrow, June 12.

We originally saw Spinal Breakers way back in 1991. The shooting title, made by Video System, has players taking on enemies infected by an artificial lifeform.

Here’s an official overview with more details:

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Super World Court is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch

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For the latest Arcade Archives release on Nintendo Switch, it’s been announced that Super World Court is on the way. The game launches tomorrow, May 29.

Super World Court comes from Namco having originally launched in 1993. The sports title is a sequel to Pro Tennis World Court.

Here’s an official overview:

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Sonic Wings Reunion confirmed for western launch on Nintendo Switch [update: physical release details]

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May 15: Red Art Games has picked up Sonic Wings Reunion for release in the west, the company announced today. It will be available in North America and Europe on October 7 both physically and digitally.

Sonic Wings Reunion is the latest game in Hamster’s shoot ’em up series, which is known as Aero Fighters in the west. Japan is getting the game first later this month.

Here’s an overview of the game:

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Ryukyu is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch

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Thanks to Hamster, we have confirmation that Arcade Archives Ryukyu will be dropping on Nintendo Switch this week. It’s slated for tomorrow, May 22.

Ryukyu originally comes from Success, having first launched in 1990. The puzzle game involves trying to complete the highest-scoring poker hand.

Here’s some additional information:

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NebulasRay is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch

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NebulasRay is joining the Arcade Archives lineup on Nintendo Switch, Hamster has announced. A worldwide release is happening tomorrow, May 15.

Namco originally brought out the game in 1994. The vertical shooter is about going on a mission to eradicate the universe of an intergalactic organization known as the Master Force.

Here’s an official overview:

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ACA NeoGeo Selection Vol. 5 and 6 Nintendo Switch physical releases announced [update: pre-orders]

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May 7: Today, Hamster shared the news that it’s releasing ACA NeoGeo Selection Vol. 5 and 6 on Nintendo Switch with a new physical release for retail in Japan. It’s due out on August 7, 2025.

Below is the lineup for each package:

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Punk Shot is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch

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Today, it was announced that Arcade Archives Punk Shot is heading to Nintendo Switch. The title is slated for release tomorrow, May 8.

If you’re into sports, Punk Shot might be for you. The 1990-released title has basketball gameplay, but added to the mix are things like interference and attacks.

Here’s some additional information:

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Arcade Archives Ridge Racer confirmed for Nintendo Switch, will have ownership discount for Switch 2 version [update: trailer]

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May 21: Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer was previously announced for Nintendo Switch 2, but it’s now been confirmed that the classic title will be made available on Switch 1. Both versions are planned for June 5, 2025.

On Nintendo Switch, the game will be released as part of the regular Arcade Archives series. The title will cost $16.99 on Nintendo Switch 2 while the Switch 1 version is priced at $14.99.

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Super Xevious is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch

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As shared by Hamster, Super Xevious will be appearing on Nintendo Switch as the console’s latest Arcade Archives games. All major regions are getting it tomorrow, May 1.

Super Xevious only released in Japan in 1984. It’s actually very similar to the original Xevious, which was a vertical shoot ’em up title.

Here’s an official overview: