Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection [Limited Run Games #166] – Nintendo Switch

KONAMI STARTS ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION WITH THIS FIRST INSTALLMENT OF THE ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION SERIES OF THE ALL-TIME CLASSICS!

This collection includes 8 arcade masterpieces of the 80s, from Nemesis to Haunted Castle, but also a bonus eBook packed with new information about the titles, including interviews with the development staff, behind-the-scenes insights, and sketches and design documents never before revealed to the public!

FEATURES

For the first time, these classic titles support mid-game saves, difficulty levels, and display options which provide a fresh experience to longtime fans.

• Bonus Book – Also includes a bonus eBook packed with new information about the titles, including interviews with the development staff, behind-the-scenes insights, and sketches and design documents never before revealed to the public!

LINEUP:

Scramble- The side-scrolling shooting game which started it all. It could be considered to be the original game which inspired the creators of the Gradius series.

TwinBee- The first game of the TwinBee series loved for its cute graphics.

Nemesis (also known as Gradius)- The smash-hit first installment in the Gradius series, known for its unique power-ups and enemies.

Salamander (also known as Life Force)- The second entry in the Gradius series which took the series to the next level with its upgraded gameplay and improved graphics.

Typhoon (also known as A-Jax)- The timeless shooting game that introduced ground-breaking sprite zooming and rotation effects that added depth to the graphics.

Haunted Castle- The arcade version of Castlevania which bewitched the fans with its haunting graphics.

Vulcan Venture (also known as Gradius II)- Considered by many to be the pinnacle of the Gradius series, memorable for its beloved music and top-notch level design.

Thunder Cross- The game that introduced many players to the shoot’em up genre, thanks to a more inclusive difficulty and unique design