James Wilson
While we love authentic retro games, many modern developers are creating new experiences that capture the spirit of classic arcade gaming. This post highlights contemporary games that feel like they could have been arcade hits in the 80s or 90s, from pixel-perfect platformers to intense score chasers.
These games prove that great arcade-style gameplay never goes out of fashion. Many even include features that mimic the arcade experience, like limited continues or local multiplayer modes designed for arcade cabinets. Discover your next favorite throwback game here!
Shovel Knight absolutely deserves to be on this list. It’s like someone distilled everything great about NES games into one perfect package.
Would love to see more coverage of indie arcade-style games that actually get physical cabinet releases. There’s a small but growing scene for this!