Publisher Hamster has opened a new retro label for Nintendo's next hardware, rolling out its Console Archives range on Switch 2 today. The initial slate includes Cool Boarders and Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos as launch-day releases, while its Arcade Archives family continues to receive additions like Rave Racer on 26 February 2026.

  • Console Archives debuts on Switch 2 immediately, offering classic console ports alongside Hamster's existing arcade re-releases.
  • Cool Boarders and Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos are available at launch for Switch 2 users.
  • Arcade Archives gains Rave Racer on 26 February 2026, expanding Hamster's arcade catalogue.
  • Future Console Archives entries confirmed include titles such as Doraemon and Sonic Wings Special, with more announcements expected.
  • Many observers are treating this initiative as the closest modern equivalent to Nintendo's old Virtual Console service.

Source: Nintendo Life

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