Xbox Game Pass Unveils Retro Classics: Relive Gaming History with Over 60 Classic Titles
Get ready for a blast from the past! Xbox Game Pass has just launched Retro Classics, a brand-new streaming service in collaboration with Antstream Arcade, bringing over 60 iconic Activision games from the 1980s and 1990s to modern gamers. This exciting addition is available to Game Pass members across all tiers, offering a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
The Retro Classics collection boasts a diverse selection of titles, including:
- Commando
- Grand Prix
- Kaboom!
- Mech Warrior 2: 31st Century Combat
- Pitfall!
But here's where it gets even better. Xbox plans to expand the service, adding more titles from both Activision and Blizzard. Ultimately, the aim is to offer over 100 classic games!
Beyond just playing these retro gems, Xbox has introduced modern features like save states. That's right, you can now save your progress in games that originally didn't allow it. Imagine finally finishing *Pitfall!* without having to start from the beginning every time.
Gaming Preservation and Backwards Compatibility
“This initiative is a step in our commitment to game preservation and backwards compatibility, allowing players to experience many timeless games on modern devices,” Xbox announced. It underlines Microsoft's dedication to preserving gaming history, which they've shown since their acquisition of Activision Blizzard in 2023. This commitment has seen series like _Diablo_ and _Call of Duty_ added to Game Pass, along with the Blizzard Arcade Collection. Now, Retro Classics takes it one step further, reaching into the even deeper archives of gaming history.
Where to Play
The Retro Classics app is available for download on Xbox consoles, the Xbox app on PC, and via streaming on supported LG and Samsung Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV devices, and Meta Quest headsets. This extensive availability gives a broad audience a way to experience these games and appreciate where the industry began.
More than just nostalgia, the Retro Classics app provides community challenges, competitive leaderboards, and high score rankings. You can unlock Xbox achievements and track your progress like never before. There is also a limited-time offer for Game Pass members to access the full Antstream Arcade catalog for a discounted price. This gives players the chance to explore even more of gaming's rich landscape.
Will Retro Classics be a hit with Game Pass subscribers? How many of these games do you remember playing? Share your thoughts and fondest retro gaming memories in the comments below!
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