Phantom: PHANTOM OF INFERNO NITRO ARCHIVE Launches on PC September 4
The classic visual novel Phantom: PHANTOM OF INFERNO NITRO ARCHIVE arrives on Steam on September 4, 2026, featuring updated anime-style graphics and assets.
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Arcade Archives Combat School Launches August 6 for Switch 2 and More
Hamster is releasing Arcade Archives Combat School on August 6 for Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and Nintendo Switch.
PS1 Title UFO: A Day in the Life Makes Worldwide Debut on PS5
The 1999 Japanese PS1 title UFO: A Day in the Life launches on PS5 via Hamster's Console Archives this week. The game features original, unlocalized text.
Console Archives UFO: A day in the life Launches August 6 for PS5 and Switch 2
ASCII's 1999 adventure game UFO: A day in the life is coming to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 on August 6, 2026, via Hamster's Console Archives series.
Konami's Combat School Joins Arcade Archives Lineup Tomorrow
Konami's 1987 military minigame collection Combat School arrives on Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2 this Thursday, August 7, 2026.
Arcade Archives TX-1 Launches July 30 on Multiple Platforms
Hamster's Arcade Archives TX-1 arrives July 30 for Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, and PS4. Includes new Time Attack mode and VRR support.
Bulletstorm frequently discounted by 90% on Steam, PC Gamer notes
Bulletstorm Full Clip Edition is frequently discounted by 90% on Steam for PC players, according to a recent PC Gamer archive piece featured on the storefront.
Blue Archive Steam Edition Schedules Upcoming Maintenance Notice
Nexon has posted a maintenance notice for the PC Steam version of Blue Archive, outlining upcoming game updates and event schedules.
1986 Doraemon Famicom Game Arrives on PS5 This Week
Hudson Soft's classic 1986 Doraemon title is coming to PS5 via Hamster's Console Archives on July 30, marking its first worldwide release.
Pathfinder TTRPG Reaches New Agreement with Archives of Nethys
Paizo and the Archives of Nethys have reached a new agreement, resolving a recent dispute over resource access and artwork usage for the Pathfinder TTRPG.
Video Game History Foundation Releases Massive E3 Archive
The Video Game History Foundation has published a new collection of E3 ephemera, including nearly 12 hours of footage and industry documents dating back to 1995.
Arcade Archives Syvalion Launches July 16 for Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox
Hamster is bringing Taito's 1988 shooter Syvalion to modern platforms on July 16. The release includes new features like Time Attack Mode and VRR support.
Console Archives L’Empereur Review: A Relic of Historical Simulation
Is the 2026 Switch release of L’Empereur worth your time? Our review breaks down why this Koei classic is only for the most patient strategy fans.
Square Enix Addresses Game Preservation and Service Closures
Square Enix responds to shareholder questions on game preservation, citing YouTube cutscene archives and livestreams as current methods for inactive titles.
In Game News Begins Its Cloudflare Era With a Faster Publication System
In Game News is moving from Blogger publishing to a Cloudflare-powered newsroom while preserving old URLs, archive value, and the existing automation engine.
Marathon Mid-Season Update Adds Vault Breaker PvE Mode on July 21
Bungie is adding a new PvE mode, Vault Breaker, to Marathon on July 21. Learn about the new Cryo Archive map, gear restrictions, and the Cradle system updates.
Bungie Disables Marathon Cryo Archive Following Revive Bug - 2026 Update
Bungie has disabled the Cryo Archive mode in Marathon following a persistent revive bug. Learn the status of the fix and what this means for Season 2 players.
007 First Light Archive Room Code and Security Office Guide 2026
Learn the 007 First Light archive room code and how to reach the security office in Chapter 16 with this factual guide from In Game News.
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Hamster Targets Massive Expansion for Console Archives Series in 2026
Hamster Corporation aims to surpass 800 releases for its Console Archives series, building on the success of its long-running Arcade Archives retro project.
Marathon May 19 Update Opens Cryo Archive and Adjusts Loot Drops for 2026
The Marathon May 19 update introduces guaranteed loot drops, 24/7 Cryo Archive access, and major progression changes ahead of Season 2: Nightfall.
Marathon Player Goes Out Of Bounds To Grief Team In 2026 Raid Exploit
A Marathon player goes out of bounds to grief a team right after it kills a raid boss, prompting Bungie to address the Cryo Archive exploit in 2026.
Total War: Warhammer and the Evolution of PC Gaming History in 2026
Reflecting on the legacy of Total War: Warhammer, PC Gamer magazine archives, and how PC gaming has evolved from 1996 to 2026 in our latest industry report.
Marathon Update 1.0.6.2 Adds Weekly Cryo Archive Sponsored Kits
Bungie's Marathon update 1.0.6.2 introduces a weekly free Cryo Archive Sponsored Kit, providing players with 5,000 credits worth of gear for raid-like runs.
Bob Riha Jr Archives: Looking Back at PC Gamer Letters from 2008-2012
We explore the historical letters section of PC Gamer UK with photography from Bob Riha Jr, reflecting on the era of SMS-based reader feedback in gaming media.
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Phantom: PHANTOM OF INFERNO NITRO ARCHIVE Launches on PC September 4
The classic visual novel Phantom: PHANTOM OF INFERNO NITRO ARCHIVE arrives on Steam on September 4, 2026, featuring updated anime-style graphics and assets.
Arcade Archives Combat School Launches August 6 for Switch 2 and More
Hamster is releasing Arcade Archives Combat School on August 6 for Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, and Nintendo Switch.
PS1 Title UFO: A Day in the Life Makes Worldwide Debut on PS5
The 1999 Japanese PS1 title UFO: A Day in the Life launches on PS5 via Hamster's Console Archives this week. The game features original, unlocalized text.
Console Archives UFO: A day in the life Launches August 6 for PS5 and Switch 2
ASCII's 1999 adventure game UFO: A day in the life is coming to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 on August 6, 2026, via Hamster's Console Archives series.