Release details and what’s included
Hamster Corporation is bringing Namco’s 1995 arcade racer Cyber Cycles to modern consoles via Arcade Archives. The new Arcade Archives 2 CYBER CYCLES edition launches on August 20 for €16.99 on PS5, Xbox Series and Nintendo Switch 2. A separate Arcade Archives release for PS4 and Nintendo Switch will arrive the same day for €14.99.
The original ran on Namco’s System 22 hardware and famously supported up to four players by linking cabinets. Hamster preserved that multiplayer feel: the reissue offers split‑screen for two or four players, emulating the arcade setup. Note that some features differ from the modern arcade options — save/load, rewind, and a few visual elements are handled differently than in other ports.
Gameplay, modern tweaks, and why it matters
Cyber Cycles sticks to its retro roots: futuristic bike cockpit, handful of distinct machines with different stats, and fast, chaotic racing. The big draw is local multiplayer — couch‑side split‑screen for up to four means this is perfect for party nights or reviving arcade rivalries with friends.
Modern conveniences are included to make it playable today: button remapping, rapid‑fire, visual filters, alternate scoring modes, and the usual Arcade Archives quality‑of‑life options. Arcade Archives 2 also tacks on a time trial mode for speed runners and adds support for VRR displays to smooth out visuals on compatible screens.
Why you should care: console ports of obscure arcade-only racers don’t show up every day. This release fills a gap for retro fans, preserves a quirky cabinet experience (yes, the motorcycle cockpit was a thing), and gives both newcomers and veterans an easy way to race locally. Expect nostalgia trips, heated four‑player matches, and a nice little addition to anyone’s retro collection.
