Hamster is actively expanding its Console Archives series on Switch 2 and PS5 with monthly retro releases, while continuing its Arcade Archives line across multiple platforms. The most recent release is UFO -A Day in the Life-, which launched August 6, 2026.
Hamster's Console Archives series has become a steady pipeline of classic home console games for current-generation hardware. In June 2026, the company released Bokosuka Wars, a 1985 ASCII strategy title, on Switch 2 and PS5 for 800 yen. The following month, it added the 1998 Nippon Ichi Software musical RPG Märchen Kingdom: The Puppet Princess, priced at 1,500 yen. On August 6, 2026, Hamster released UFO -A Day in the Life-, a 1999 Love-de-Lic alien search game originally published by ASCII, for 1,200 yen. Each release includes modern features such as button and screen customization, save and load anywhere, and CRT-style filters.
The Console Archives lineup is expanding beyond straightforward ports. UFO -A Day in the Life- is the first Love-de-Lic title in the series, and Märchen Kingdom is the first Nippon Ichi Software title. Bokosuka Wars is frequently cited as a pioneer of the real-time strategy genre, giving the series a historical dimension. The releases are spaced roughly monthly, with announcements coming one day before launch.
Hamster's Arcade Archives line continues in parallel. On June 11, 2026, it released Konami's 1987 billiard game The Hustler in two versions: Arcade Archives The Hustler for Switch and PS4, and Arcade Archives 2 The Hustler for Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. The Arcade Archives 2 version adds Time Attack Mode and VRR support, and cross-gen owners get a discount. Hamster promoted the release with a special episode of its official YouTube program Arcade Archiver.
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Hamster Corporation will release TX-1, the 1983 Tatsumi Electronics racing game, across five platforms on July 30. The Arcade Archives version arrives on Nintendo Switch and PS4, while the Arcade Archives 2 version launches on Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. It is the first Tatsumi Electronics title in the series.
Hamster announced on August 5, 2026, that it will release 'UFO -A day in the life-' as new content in its 'Console Archives' series for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. The game launches on August 6, 2026, priced at 1,200 yen (tax included). Originally released by ASCII in 1999 for 32-bit home game consoles, 'UFO -A day in the life-' is an alien search variety game developed by Love-de-Lic, the studio known for 'moon'. The story is set on the planet 'Chikyu' in the Chahaya star system, where the space passenger ship 'Daima-O' crashed with 50 passengers aboard. Players search an apartment for missing aliens and interact with unique aliens and residents, with human drama unfolding as rescue progresses. The 'Console Archives' series faithfully reproduces classic home console games on modern hardware, adding button and screen customization plus save and load anywhere features. The game supports one player and is available on both platforms starting August 6.
Hamster Corporation will release the 1998 musical RPG "Märchen Kingdom: The Puppet Princess" as part of its Console Archives series for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 on July 9, 2026. The game, originally developed by Nippon Ichi Software for 32-bit home consoles, is priced at 1,500 yen. The story follows a girl named Cornet who has the mysterious ability to befriend dolls, and she sets out to rescue a prince kidnapped by villains. Players cooperate with dolls that fight alongside Cornet as they progress through the adventure. The Console Archives series aims to faithfully reproduce classic titles on modern hardware, adding features such as button and screen customization, anywhere save and load, and CRT-style screen filters. This marks the first Nippon Ichi Software title to appear in the Console Archives lineup. The game was followed by two sequels, and a 25th anniversary collection containing all three titles was released in 2024 for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
Hamster Corporation will release Bokosuka Wars on June 25 as part of its Console Archives series for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. The game, originally published by ASCII in 1985, is a strategy title in which players command soldiers as King Suren against the Basam Empire ruled by King Ogores. It is frequently cited as a pioneer of the real-time strategy genre due to its real-time unit control. The Console Archives re-release faithfully reproduces the original home console version and adds modern features including customizable button layouts, screen display options, and save/load anywhere functionality. The price is 800 yen. The announcement was made on June 24, one day before the release date. Bokosuka Wars is the latest addition to Hamster's ongoing series that brings classic home console games to current hardware, following similar re-releases of other retro titles. The game supports single-player only and is available digitally on both platforms.
Developer 2WheelerDev announced that Hamsteria, a two-player cooperative platformer for PC on Steam, has surpassed 70,000 wishlists. The demo has a 15% clear rate but holds a 'Very Positive' rating from nearly 100 reviews. The full version, offering 6-8 hours of gameplay, is still months from release.
Hamster Corporation will release Konami's 1987 billiard game "The Hustler" across multiple platforms on June 11. The game will be available as "Arcade Archives The Hustler" for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4, priced at 838 yen and 837 yen respectively. A separate version, "Arcade Archives 2 The Hustler," launches the same day for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, priced at 1,100 yen. Owners of the Switch or PS4 version can buy the Switch 2 or PS5 version at a discount of 330 yen each. The game supports one or two players and includes rules for nine-ball and rotation billiards. A 3D screen lets players check cue ball and object ball positions. The Arcade Archives 2 version adds a Time Attack Mode, where players compete to clear the game quickly, and supports VRR for behavior closer to the original arcade hardware. Both versions include online rankings, rewind, rapid fire, and multiple save slots. Hamster will stream a "The Hustler Special" episode of its official program "Arcade Archiver" on YouTube on June 11.