Antstream Arcade Celebrates One Year on Xbox with a Variety of Retro Games

It’s hard to believe that it’s been a whole year since Antstream Arcade made its triumphant return to Xbox consoles. Gamers can now enjoy a plethora of retro games from the comfort of their couch, controller in hand. With a constant commitment to expanding the game library, downloading Antstream Arcade instantly unlocks over ten new retro systems at your fingertips.

If you want to learn more about Antstream Arcade, visit our website or check us out on the Xbox Store.

Still not convinced about Antstream Arcade? Since its return to Xbox, dozens of new games have been added to the platform. Here are ten of our favorite games across ten different systems, providing a rich gaming history right on your console!

System: Arcade

Game: Kung-Fu Master

Travel back to the mid-eighties with this classic scrolling brawler from Irem, heavily inspired by Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan films. Guide Thomas on his quest to rescue Sylvia from the clutches of the evil Mr X in this intense beat-em-up that set the standard for the genre. Now available on Xbox via Antstream Arcade.

Ant-ernative: The Age Of Heroes: Silkroad 2 is another great addition to Antstream Arcade’s arcade collection.

System: Atari 8-Bit

Game: Henry’s House

Join Henry in his bizarre house full of deadly creatures and objects as he embarks on a challenging platform adventure. Based on Prince Harry, this game offers a unique twist on the platformer genre.

Ant-ernative: Play Henry’s House on the Commodore 64!

System: Commodore 64

Game: Way of The Exploding Fist

Experience classic beat-em-up action with a variety of athletic moves in this C64 game. From punches to kicks, Way Of The Exploding Fist has remained enjoyable after almost 40 years.

Ant-ernative: Take on Battle Yaemon in Avenger: Way of The Tiger II.

System: Commodore Amiga

Game: First Samurai

Embark on a fast-paced Eastern adventure as the First Samurai on a quest to defeat the evil Demon King. Experience the smooth gameplay and technical brilliance of this Amiga classic.

Ant-ernative: Continue your battle against the Demon King in Second Samurai.

System: Nintendo Entertainment System (NES)

Game: Nightshade

Play as Nightshade in this unique platform/point-and-click hybrid game as you battle the villainous Sutekh in Metro City. This game offers a remarkable gameplay experience with a blend of puzzle-solving and action.

Ant-ernative: Enter a magical 8-bit world in Jane Austen’s 8-Bit Adventures.

System: Nintendo Game Boy

Game: BurgerTime Deluxe

Join Chef Peter Pepper in his culinary adventure in this handheld adaptation of the classic arcade platformer. Experience the same addictive gameplay with new level variety.

Ant-ernative: Play the arcade-to-handheld game Super Hunchback.

System: Sega Mega Drive

Game: Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe

Step into the futuristic sports world of Speedball 2, where you must outmaneuver and outscore your opponents. Experience the intense gameplay with a touch of violence and strategy.

Ant-ernative: Try your skills in Super Kick Off for a more football-focused gameplay experience.

System: Sinclair ZX Spectrum

Game: Saboteur!

Infiltrate the enemy HQ and steal valuable data in the classic ZX Spectrum game, Saboteur!. Roam free, solve puzzles, and evade enemies in this beloved 8-bit adventure.

Ant-ernative: Try out the C64 and Amstrad CPC versions of Saboteur! on Antstream Arcade.

System: Sony PlayStation

Game: Glover

Embark on a magical adventure as the four-fingered glove named Glover on a quest to restore his kingdom. Enjoy the immersive gameplay and visuals of this PlayStation classic on Antstream Arcade.

Ant-ernative: Dive into the action-packed world of Re-Loaded for a slightly different 3D experience.

System: Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES)

Game: Rival Turf!

Join Jack and Oozie in their quest to rescue Heather from the clutches of The Street Kings in this exhilarating scrolling brawler. Punch and kick your way past dangerous enemies and confront the gang leader, Big Al.

Ant-ernative: Check out Brawl Brothers, also available on Antstream Arcade.

Stay updated with all things Antstream Arcade by following us on Discord, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter) @AntstreamArcade. Grab Antstream Arcade on Xbox today.