Operation Night Strikers Assault Edition Announced for Nintendo Switch and Steam: Physical Release, Pricing, and Gun Peripherals Detailed

Clear River Games and Limited Run Games have officially announced the release of Operation Night Strikers: Assault Edition, a highly-anticipated physical collection of classic Taito and M2 arcade shooters for Nintendo Switch and Steam.

This definitive anthology brings together timeless titles alongside exclusive content and collectible peripherals, expanding the appeal for retro gaming enthusiasts and collectors alike. Operation Night Strikers: Assault Edition will launch physically on January 23, 2026, retailing at $54.99 USD.

The premium package includes a specially designed box, an exclusive poster, a fan book for dedicated enthusiasts, the base game plus downloadable content, and the official soundtrack on CD.

Pre-orders for this edition open on August 5, 2025, allowing fans to secure their copy ahead of the release date. In a notable expansion to the offering, green, blue, and pink gun peripherals will be sold separately, priced at $54.99 each.

Designed as Joy-Con attachments for the Nintendo Switch, these accessories aim to enhance the gameplay experience for light-gun style shooters included in the collection.

The themed peripherals underscore the game's focus on authentic arcade action, making this release unique among modern compilations. For those preferring digital platforms, Operation Night Strikers is scheduled to be available on the Nintendo eShop and Steam starting August 7, 2025.

This digital launch ensures broad accessibility for players eager to relive arcade classics or experience them for the first time on contemporary hardware. The core game lineup features four celebrated Taito arcade releases: - Operation Wolf (1987) - Operation Thunderbolt (1988) - Night Striker (1989) - Space Gun (1990) Operation Wolf is known for its pioneering light-gun shooter mechanics, while Operation Thunderbolt, its direct sequel, follows Green Beret operatives Roy Adams and Hardy Jones in a daring hostage rescue mission set in Africa.

Night Striker offers an adrenaline-fueled shoot 'em up experience, and Space Gun delivers classic sci-fi action aboard an alien-infested space freighter. Additionally, the Operation Night Strikers CS Pack DLC brings home console adaptations to the fold.

This includes version ports such as Operation Wolf for FC/NES and SEGA Master System, Operation Thunderbolt for SNES, Night Striker for Mega CD, and Space Gun for SEGA Master System.

These bonus titles celebrate the franchise’s broad legacy across multiple generations of gaming platforms. Operation Night Strikers: Assault Edition is being produced by recognized developer M2 in partnership with Taito, a studio known for its precise recreations of classic arcade experiences.

The collaboration ensures authenticity in both gameplay and presentation, continuing M2's reputation for quality within the retro re-release market. Fans can currently wishlist Operation Night Strikers on Steam ahead of its digital launch.

With a blend of nostalgic content, exclusive collectibles, and specialized hardware, this upcoming collection stands out as a must-have for Nintendo Switch and PC gamers alike.

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