The Arcade Archives series, which started on PlayStation 4 on May 15, 2014, will mark its 12th anniversary on May 15, 2026. Over this period, more than 500 titles have been released, and 24 companies have joined the project. The Arcade Archives series’ streak of weekly new releases on the Nintendo eShop since March 3, 2017, has been officially recognized by Guinness World Records. To express our gratitude to all the users who have supported Arcade Archives series over the past 12 years, we will be hosting an anniversary event and offering free invitations. The event will feature the 3rd Arcade Archives Awards ceremony and an ACA concert by the New Japan BGM Philharmonic Orchestra.
Free Admission by Invitation [advance email registration required]
Those wishing to attend 📧 should email [aaa@hamster.jp] within the application period. Subject Line: Application for Event Admission Body of the email: Nickname
* Each person may submit only one application. Please refrain from submitting multiple applications using different email addresses. * If the number of applicants exceeds capacity, a lottery may be held. * Please refrain from applying for resale purposes. * On the day of the event, you will be provided with an event-exclusive name badge with a neck strap. The nickname you provide via email will be printed on the badge. You may choose any nickname, but please refrain from using emojis or any content that is offensive, inappropriate, or violates public order or morals.
Application Period
From 12:00 AM (JST) on Friday, March 27, 2026 To 11:59 PM (JST) on Thursday, April 9, 2026
Live Stream
“Arcade Archives 12th Anniversary Event & The 3rd Arcade Archives Awards Ceremony Special!” is scheduled to be live-streamed on YouTube Live
Venue
Tamagawa Seseragi Hall (Tokyo/Setagaya) 【Google Maps】
Directions
Get off at Todoroki Station on the Tokyu Oimachi Line. 🚃Exit the ticket gate (North Exit) and turn right (east). 🚶Walk straight for about 80 meters and you will find the hall entrance of Tamagawa Seseragi Hall. 🚩There will be a queue near the hall entrance, so please line up as directed by staff.
Requests for Attendees
Please wear the event-exclusive name badge provided at reception while inside the venue.
The stage event is scheduled to last approximately 3 hours.
Eating and drinking inside the hall are generally not allowed. Please consume food and beverages outside the hall.
There are no trash bins at the venue. Please take your trash home with you.
Restrooms are located down the corridor to the right when facing the reception desk at the hall entrance. Please note that restrooms inside the facility are not available before reception opens.
There are no smoking areas inside the hall or nearby. If you smoke, please check designated “Setagaya City smoking areas” in advance.
If you need to use the restroom or feel unwell during the event, please do not hesitate to leave your seat and inform the nearest staff member.
Please refrain from taking photos during the stage event. When photography is permitted, staff will provide guidance.
Event Overview
Contents
🏆The 3rd Arcade Archives Awards Ceremony 🎶ACA Concert by the New Japan BGM Philharmonic Orchestra
Guests
MC: Minako Nagai 🔗Instagram Performer: Game Comedian Fujita 🔗X Performer: Danshoku Dieno 🔗X Orchestra Conductor: Yuusuke Ichihara Orchestra: New Japan BGM Philharmonic Orchestra 🔗X
PART 1 🎶ACA Concert (First Half) (New Japan BGM Philharmonic Orchestra)
16:50
PART 2 🎓Arcade Archives Quiz Contest (Danshoku Dieno, Game Comedian Fujita)
17:10
PART 3 🏆The 3rd Arcade Archives Awards Ceremony
17:40
Intermission
18:00
PART 4 🎶ACA Concert (Second Half) (New Japan BGM Philharmonic Orchestra)
18:30
PART 5 🕹️Arcade Archives Show by Game Comedian Fujita (Danshoku Dieno, Game Comedian Fujita)
18:50
Ending
19:00
Event Closing
Arcade Archives Awards
The Arcade Archives Awards were established to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Arcade Archives series, as an effort to expand recognition of classic arcade games and contribute to their reappraisal. The winners of each award category will be determined based on user votes.
Voting for the 3rd Arcade Archives Awards begins on the game and entertainment website Famitsu.com on March 27, 2026. This year’s awards cover 18 titles released in 2016 and 52 titles released in 2025. The voting deadline is 11:59 PM (JST) on Thursday, April 16, 2026. We look forward to your votes for your favorite and most memorable titles, cast your vote for your top picks!
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