Namco Month 2024: Three Classic Arcade Games Set for Reissue on Nintendo Switch and PS4

Hamster Corp, the publisher renowned for reviving retro favorites through its Arcade Archives line, has officially announced the return of Namco Month for 2024.

This annual celebration, highly anticipated by fans of classic arcade gaming, focuses on reissuing legendary titles originally developed by Namco—one of the industry's most influential arcade pioneers.

Following the success of previous years, which saw critically acclaimed releases such as Exvania, Super Xevious Gamp no Nazo, Emeraldia, and Numan Athletics, the tradition continues this May, with three new classics making their way to the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Namco Month is an event instituted and organized by Hamster Corp, aiming to spotlight the storied arcade history of Namco by prioritizing the release of some of its most beloved games through the Arcade Archives label.

The event has become a highlight for retro gaming enthusiasts seeking authentic arcade experiences on modern hardware platforms like Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. In its latest livestream announcement, Hamster Corp confirmed that Namco Month 2024 will shift slightly from last year's format.

While previous celebrations took place in April, this year’s event will commence in May.

Furthermore, Namco Month 2024 has been streamlined from a weekly to a biweekly schedule, featuring a total of three classic games rather than the usual four.

The release dates are set as follows: the first reissue arrives on May 1st, the second on May 15th, and the final title will be available on May 29th.

Each release will be accessible via the Nintendo eShop and the PlayStation Store as part of the ongoing Arcade Archives series. During the livestream, Hamster Corp provided intriguing clues to fuel speculation among its devoted community.

The company stated—in clear terms—that one of the titles is particularly famed for its challenging gameplay, another will be making its home console debut through this collection, and the final game will have a sports theme.

To deepen engagement, Hamster is inviting fans to submit their guesses via email, with up to five participants selected to win exclusive event memorabilia if they correctly identify the upcoming titles. The offerings through Arcade Archives have consistently earned praise for their authenticity, accuracy, and preservation of arcade heritage, making these upcoming Namco Month releases particularly notable for collectors and nostalgic gamers alike.

With Namco's legacy as a cornerstone of the industry and Hamster Corp’s ongoing commitment to digital preservation via the eShop and PlayStation Store, Namco Month 2024 is set to deliver another round of must-play classics for Nintendo Switch and PS4 audiences. Stay tuned to official Hamster Corp channels, the Nintendo Direct schedule, and the Arcade Archives news page for updates as Namco Month 2024 approaches, and don’t miss your chance to experience these timeless arcade classics reborn for a new generation.

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