Arcade Archives 2 PINBALL ACTION Launches on Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox
HAMSTER Corporation released Arcade Archives 2 PINBALL ACTION on August 13, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC at a listed standard price of $9.99. Owners of the original Switch or PS4 version pay a $2.99 loyalty price for the upgrade.
HAMSTER lists Arcade Archives 2 PINBALL ACTION at $9.99 for Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC. Prior Switch or PS4 owners pay a $2.99 loyalty price. The release adds difficulty and display settings, button customization, multiple save slots, rewind, and online rankings.
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Arcade Archives 2 PINBALL ACTION launches on Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox, and Windows with expanded play settings and online rankings
HAMSTER Corporation released Arcade Archives 2 PINBALL ACTION on August 13, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC at a listed standard price of $9.99. The original arcade game was released by TEHKAN, now KOEI TECMO GAMES, in 1985. The Arcade Archives 2 version includes difficulty and display settings, button customization, rapid-fire settings, multiple save slots in ORIGINAL MODE, and a rewind feature. HI-SCORE MODE, TIME ATTACK MODE, and CARAVAN MODE connect to online rankings. Players who previously purchased Arcade Archives PINBALL ACTION for Nintendo Switch or PlayStation 4 can buy the Arcade Archives 2 version for $2.99 as a loyalty price.
The Arcade Archives 2 packaging adds modern quality-of-life features to the 1985 arcade original without altering the underlying rules. HAMSTER lists the standard current-generation version at $9.99, while the $2.99 loyalty discount makes the upgrade straightforward for existing Switch or PS4 owners. New players should confirm the current standard store price and platform availability in the Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, or Xbox Store before purchasing, as pricing is set by each storefront.
What the Arcade Archives 2 format adds
Arcade Archives 2 PINBALL ACTION: released August 13, 2026. Platforms: Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC. Original game: TEHKAN (now KOEI TECMO GAMES), 1985. Current-version features: difficulty and display settings, button customization, rapid-fire settings, multiple ORIGINAL MODE save slots, and rewind. Additional modes: HI-SCORE MODE, TIME ATTACK MODE, and CARAVAN MODE with online rankings. Listed standard price: $9.99 USD. Loyalty price for owners of the original Arcade Archives PINBALL ACTION on Switch or PS4: $2.99 USD.
Classic arcade pinball on current-generation consoles: Arcade Archives 2 PINBALL ACTION brings the 1985 TEHKAN cabinet title to Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC with current-platform features. HAMSTER lists the standard version at $9.99. For existing owners of the original Arcade Archives release, the $2.99 loyalty price is a low-friction upgrade; confirm the live storefront listing before purchasing.
- Are physical releases planned?
- Will HAMSTER add cross-platform save compatibility between versions?
Confirm before purchasing if:You want to verify the current store price and confirm your platform is eligible for the loyalty discount before buying.
The $2.99 loyalty upgrade makes sense if:You already own Arcade Archives PINBALL ACTION on Switch or PS4 and want the Arcade Archives 2 features on current-generation hardware.
Verified specifications
| Spec | HAMSTER Corporation Arcade Archives 2 PINBALL ACTION |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC |
| Release date | August 13, 2026 |
| Listed standard price | $9.99 USD |
| Loyalty price (prior Switch or PS4 owners) | $2.99 USD |
| Modes with online rankings | HI-SCORE MODE, TIME ATTACK MODE, CARAVAN MODE |
| Original arcade game | TEHKAN (now KOEI TECMO GAMES), 1985 |
Sources: HAMSTER Corporation official specs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcade Archives 2 PINBALL ACTION?▼
Arcade Archives 2 PINBALL ACTION is HAMSTER Corporation's current-generation release of the 1985 TEHKAN arcade pinball game. Released August 13, 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC, it adds difficulty and display settings, button customization, multiple save slots, rewind, and online rankings for HI-SCORE, TIME ATTACK, and CARAVAN modes.
Is there a discount for existing Arcade Archives PINBALL ACTION owners?▼
Yes. HAMSTER offers a $2.99 loyalty price for players who previously purchased Arcade Archives PINBALL ACTION for Nintendo Switch or PlayStation 4. HAMSTER lists the standard current-generation version at $9.99; confirm the live Nintendo, PlayStation, or Xbox storefront before purchasing.
What new features does Arcade Archives 2 PINBALL ACTION add?▼
The Arcade Archives 2 version adds difficulty and display settings, button customization, rapid-fire settings, multiple save slots in ORIGINAL MODE, and rewind. HI-SCORE MODE, TIME ATTACK MODE, and CARAVAN MODE connect to online rankings. The underlying 1985 arcade game rules are not altered.
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