HAMSTER Corporation (Head Office: Tokyo-to, Setagaya-ku; CEO: Satoshi HAMADA; referred to below as "HAMSTER") is happy to announce that "Arcade Archives RIDGE RACER" will be released simultaneously on five platforms; a first for the "Arcade Archives" series. These five platforms include Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. The game will be available digitally on June 5th, 2025, as part of the Arcade Archives series by HAMSTER.
The First Simultaneous Five-Platform Release of "Arcade Archives" Series!
HAMSTER announces that "Arcade Archives RIDGE RACER" will be released simultaneously on five platforms for the first time in the “Arcade Archives” series on June 5th, 2025. These platforms include Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. "Arcade Archives RIDGE RACER" will be released for Nintendo Switch™ and PlayStation®4, and "Arcade Archives 2 RIDGE RACER" will be released for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S.
About "RIDGE RACER"
"RIDGE RACER" is a racing game released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment) in 1993.
Experience the essence of virtual reality using the 3D CG system "System 22."
This game has four modes to choose from, including three difficulty levels - NOVICE, INTERMEDIATE, and ADVANCED - as well as T.T. (TIME TRIAL), where you compete one-on-one against a rival car to achieve the best time. Additionally, a DX version featuring support for an H-shifter and clutch is also included.
Title: Arcade Archives RIDGE RACER / Arcade Archives 2 RIDGE RACER
Platform:
Arcade Archives RIDGE RACER: Nintendo Switch™ / PlayStation®4
Arcade Archives 2 RIDGE RACER: Nintendo Switch™ 2 / PlayStation®5 / Xbox Series X|S
Price:
Arcade Archives RIDGE RACER: $14.99
Arcade Archives 2 RIDGE RACER: $16.99
Players: 1
Release Date: June 5th, 2025
Official Website: https://www.arcadearchives.com/en/ridgeracer/
RIDGE RACER™ & ©Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Arcade Archives Series Produced by HAMSTER Corporation.
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About "Arcade Archives"
The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.
About "Arcade Archives 2"
The "Arcade Archives" series began in May 2014 with the concept of faithfully reproducing classic arcade games. With the release of "RIDGE RACER," the series introduces "Arcade Archives 2" series, featuring a completely redesigned user interface.
In addition to the "ORIGINAL MODE," "HIGH SCORE MODE," and "CARAVAN MODE" included in the "Arcade Archives" series, "Arcade Archives 2" series will add new features such as "TIME ATTACK MODE" and "NETWORK MODE." In "TIME ATTACK MODE" you compete to see who can beat the final boss the fastest stating from the first battle. This mode focuses on how quickly you can complete the game, regardless of the score you achieve. In "NETWORK MODE" you can play against other users over the network. However, "TIME ATTACK MODE" and "NETWORK MODE" may not be implemented in some games.
Since "RIDGE RACER" is a single-player game, "NETWORK MODE" is not implemented.
Additionally, functionality has been significantly enhanced. Multiple save slots have been implemented instead of just one, along with a rewind feature that allows players to retry gameplay and a quick start feature for those who want to dive straight into the game. Furthermore, VRR support has been added, enabling more accurate reproduction of the original arcade game's experience.
Enjoy the legendary arcade masterpiece with "Arcade Archives 2," now more fun and user-friendly.
HAMSTER's official program "Arcade Archiver"
HAMSTER's official Program "Arcade Archiver" is being broadcast live on YouTube Live at 7:00 pm(JST), on the day of the Arcade Archives titles are released. It is a live program with lots of contents such as introduction of games and development talks by inviting developers.
"RIDGE RACER Special" will be broadcasted on June 5th. Please enjoy it.
HAMSTER's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/HAMSTERCorporation