Arcade Archives ARKANOID
The ultimate block-breaking legend—everyone knows the name!
"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” (ACA) series is developed with the concept of faithfully reproducing classic arcade games, staying true to its original.
In ORIGINAL MODE, you’ll find a variety of convenient features that make revisiting these classic titles even more enjoyable. These include difficulty and display settings, button remapping, rapid-fire options, the ability to create multiple save files at any time, and even a rewind function to undo your last move. Some titles also offer special settings that recreates the nostalgic atmosphere of CRT TVs back in the day. In addition, in HI SCORE MODE and CARAVAN MODE, you can compete for the best scores with players around the world through Online Rankings.
“Arcade Archives 2” series introduces a brand-new mode called TIME ATTACK MODE, in addition to the ORIGINAL MODE, HI SCORE MODE, and CARAVAN MODE from Arcade Archives. TIME ATTACK MODE focuses on how quickly you can complete the game, regardless of the score you achieve.
What’s more, with VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) support, the gameplay can be reproduced even more accurately, closer to the original arcade experience.
Please enjoy these iconic arcade games that defined an era with the “Arcade Archives” series!
| Title |
Arcade Archives ARKANOID Arcade Archives 2 ARKANOID |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Number of Players | 1-2 |
| Originally Released by | TAITO |
| Original Release Year | 1986 |
| Platform | Nintendo Switch 2 / Nintendo Switch / PS5 / PS4 / Xbox Series X|S |
| Languages |
Japanese, English, French, Italian, German, Spanish * Only compatible with option menus and manuals |
| Rating |
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- Release date:
- May 7, 2026
[Upgrading from the Nintendo Switch version of “Arcade Archives” costs $2.99]
- Release date:
- May 7, 2026
[Upgrading from the PlayStation 4 version of “Arcade Archives” costs $2.99]
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Pricing Announcement
“Arcade Archives ARKANOID” for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 will be priced at $7.99 [USD].
“Arcade Archives 2 ARKANOID” for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S will be priced at $9.99 [USD].Users who purchase “Arcade Archives ARKANOID” for Nintendo Switch or PlayStation 4, will be eligible for an ownership discount, allowing them to purchase “Arcade Archives 2 ARKANOID” for Nintendo Switch 2 or PlayStation 5 for $2.99 [USD]. Please note that the ownership discount will not be applicable unless the purchase is made using the same account. For details regarding your purchase, please check the respective online stores.
Attention
Please note that the ownership discount will not be available if you purchase “Arcade Archives ARKANOID” after purchasing “Arcade Archives 2 ARKANOID.” Additionally, “Arcade Archives ARKANOID” and “Arcade Archives 2 ARKANOID” do not support cross-compatibility for save data etc. therefore save data cannot be shared between them. Please confirm the product before purchase to prevent duplicate or accidental purchases.
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