One of the biggest brands in the gaming scene, Xboxannounces an exciting new project that promises to revolutionize the way gamers access their favorite titles.
Through the innovative Antstream Arcade, Xbox will open its doors to an extensive library of old games, rescuing unforgettable classics and bringing a wave of nostalgia to the hearts of video game lovers.
Over thousand games scheduled to join this platform, enthusiasts will be able to delight in a rich collection of titles, spanning decades of electronic gaming history.
Retro Games Collection Comes to Xbox via Antstream Arcade
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The collection of hundreds of licensed retro games will launch on July 21 and will be available for Xbox One and Xbox Series. Games like “Metal Slug“, “Space Invaders” and “Bubble Bobble” are among the 1300 titles in the video game universe.
The collection includes titles from the earliest Atari releases to games from the Commodore, Sega, Nintendo and PlayStation eras (only the first). The games will be instantly accessible, with no need to download, and will undergo rigorous quality control to ensure optimization.
O Antstream Arcade offers features like instant cloud saves, online scores, and cross-device game continuation. The retro library continues to grow, with new games from independent companies, even for discontinued consoles.
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The platform also offers alternative approaches to playing retro gameswith mini-game challenges. Players can also participate in tournaments, high-score duels, and global competitions. The system allows players to earn gems, interact with other players, and build a gaming skill profile.
Exciting experiences such as controlling Pac-Man to chase the ghosts Blinky, Pinky, Inky and Clyde await vintage game enthusiasts.
“Despite living in an age of incredible technology, I found it difficult to access the games I loved when I was younger and wanted to be able to easily share scores and compete against friends.
“We believe in preserving and making games accessible to all, from the classics to the forgotten and lesser-known. I am incredibly proud to bring the Antstream Arcade platform to the Xbox community,” said Steve Cottam, CEO of Antstream, in a press release.
The collection will be available in the UK, Canada, Europe and Vatican City. It is not yet known whether the collection of games will be made available in Brazil.
