Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection

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INFORMATION April 26th, 2019 6:00 PM JST Update The previously listed system requirements contained inaccuracies. These have now been corrected.

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Developer:
Konami Digital Entertainment
Publisher:
Konami
Release date:
18 April 2019
Genre:
Action,Casual
Recent Steam reviews:
Not specified
All Steam reviews:
Mixed (341)

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INFORMATION

April 26th, 2019 6:00 PM JST Update
 The previously listed system requirements contained inaccuracies. These have now been corrected. Please review the updated system requirements displayed below. We sincerely apologize for any confusion this may have caused.


About the Game

To mark KONAMI's 50th anniversary, the celebration begins with the first release in the Anniversary Collection series—showcasing timeless arcade legends reborn for today’s audiences.

This curated anthology features eight iconic 80s arcade hits, ranging from Nemesis to Haunted Castle, faithfully preserved and revitalized with contemporary enhancements. Relive the golden era of gaming with improved accessibility and modern functionality—all while retaining the classic charm that defined a generation.


・Enhanced Gameplay
For the first time ever, these retro masterpieces now support mid-game saving, adjustable difficulty settings, and customizable display options. Whether you're a returning fan or experiencing them for the first time, these additions make the games more accessible and enjoyable than ever.

・Exclusive Bonus Content
Unlock a special digital Bonus Book filled with rare behind-the-scenes material: developer interviews, unreleased concept art, original design documents, and in-depth featurettes—offering an unprecedented look into the making of these legendary titles.

・Included Titles:

Scramble
TwinBee
Nemesis (also known as Gradius)
Salamander (also known as Life Force)
Typhoon (also known as A-Jax)
Haunted Castle
Vulcan Venture (also known as Gradius II)
Thunder Cross

Please note: Purchases made from within Japan will receive the Japanese version. All purchases made outside Japan will receive the English version.

The Japanese version includes:

 悪魔城ドラキュラ
 A-JAX
 グラディウス
 グラディウスII GOFERの野望
 沙羅曼蛇
 サンダークロス
 スクランブル
 ツインビー
 Bonus Book(日本語)

The English version includes:

 HAUNTED CASTLE
 TYPHOON
 NEMESIS
 VULCAN VENTURE
 LIFE FORCE
 THUNDER CROSS
 Scramble
 TwinBee
 Bonus Book(English)

Recommended system requirements

minimum*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS:
Windows 10 - 64bit
Processor:
Intel Core-i3 4160
Memory:
4 GB RAM
Graphics:
Intel HD Graphics 4400 (VRAM 128MB)
DirectX:
Version 11
Storage:
300 MB available space
Sound Card:
DirectX 11 compatible
Additional Notes:
1280 x 720 monitor resolution

recommended*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS:
Windows 10 - 64bit
Processor:
Intel Core i3-6300
Memory:
4 GB RAM
Graphics:
Geforce GTX 750 Ti (VRAM 2GB)
DirectX:
Version 11
Storage:
300 MB available space
Sound Card:
DirectX 11 compatible
Additional Notes:
1920 x 1080 monitor resolution, Gamepad or Controller Recommended

User reviews

☦ Sigma Ronin ☦
Recommended | 06 Oct 2024
18 min played

All the negative comments I see are mostly related to control issues. I use a gamepad and it works flawlessly. It's a great little niche jump down memory lane of the golden age of gaming.

Helpful: 18
Schizima
Recommended | 05 Nov 2025
59.6h played

This should have been called "Konami Shoot Em Ups and For Some Reason Castelvania" collection. I got all the achievements in 62 hours and have arthritis in my hand from tapping the key for hours on end. I refused to use

Helpful: 5
Firehawke
Recommended | 13 Aug 2025
14.5h played

If you're buying this primarily for the Gradius games, get Gradius Origins instead. There's a lot more in there, including optional bugfixes-- there's 21 games in total in that collection after you unlock the bonus

Helpful: 5
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Recommended | 13 Aug 2025
58 min played

Decent collection of retro shooters plus Castlevania clone. Simple and reliable gameplay. Hard difficulty and lots of repeating, at least there is quick saving option. Main con is lack of better CRT effects only

Helpful: 8
Corvus
Not recommended | 01 Feb 2025
4.3h played

The achievements are ridiculous. It's not enough to complete the game, you have to score a certain number of points, which is particularly obnoxious when the points reset after each game over, of which there are many if

Helpful: 5
xxadonisxx
Recommended | 08 Dec 2025
13.6h played

Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection is Konami’s attempt to preserve and celebrate a formative era of its arcade history, gathering eight of its early coin-operated titles into a single package for modern players.

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