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Hamster Launches Console Archives on Switch 2, With PS5 Versions Coming Feb. 14

The series revives buy-to-own retro releases with modern emulation features.

Overview

  • The first Console Archives titles, Cool Boarders ($11.99) and Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos ($7.99), are available now on Switch 2.
  • PlayStation 5 releases for both games are scheduled for February 14.
  • Hamster says the ports include customizable button layouts, screen settings, and anytime save/load functionality.
  • Xbox availability for the new Console Archives line has not been confirmed.
  • Separately, Namco’s Rave Racer gets its first official home release on February 26 via Arcade Archives, with versions planned for Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X/S (AA2) and for Switch and PS4 (AA).