- November 6, 2012
- Backbone Entertainment
Midway Arcade Origins
A time capsule of some of the best arcade games that Midway has to offer, now in HD.
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Midway Arcade Origins is a single player and multiplayer arcade racing game. It was developed by Backbone Entertainment and was released on November 6, 2012. It received negative reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.
Midway Arcade Origins is an arcade compilation released on November 6, 2012 in North America and in Australia. It is the successor to the Midway Arcade Treasures series, and includes a selection of games that were included in those compilations, with the sole exception of Vindicators Part II which was not included before.
- The collection offers a nostalgic experience with well-emulated classic arcade games, making it a great value for retro gaming enthusiasts.
- Many games in the collection, such as Joust, Rampage, and Robotron 2084, are highlighted as fun and memorable, bringing back fond memories of arcade days.
- The game features a good selection of titles, with achievements and leaderboards that enhance the gameplay experience.
- The controls for many games do not translate well to the Xbox controller, making gameplay feel tedious and less authentic compared to the original arcade experience.
- Some players noted that certain games lack improvements or enhancements, and the absence of popular titles like Mortal Kombat and others is disappointing.
- There are reports of sound issues and other quirks, such as difficulty adapting to the controls, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the collection.
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The graphics are reminiscent of classic games, appealing to nostalgia for older players, though younger audiences may find them outdated and less engaging. While some users appreciate the humor in the antiquated visuals, the overall simplicity and ease of play may not hold the attention of a new generation.
“The graphics are true to the originals, capturing the nostalgic essence of the game.”
“While the younger generation might find the graphics less than desirable, and the gameplay rather easy, this is all about bringing back great memories of my childhood and early adulthood.”
“They actually think some of the graphics are hilarious and antiquated.”
“The graphics are true to the originals, but my kids quickly tired of the experience.”
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Midway Arcade Origins is a arcade racing game.
Midway Arcade Origins is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and others.
Midway Arcade Origins was released on November 6, 2012.
Midway Arcade Origins was developed by Backbone Entertainment.
Midway Arcade Origins has received negative reviews from players and negative reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its graphics.
Midway Arcade Origins is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.
Similar games include Sega Mega Drive & Genesis Classics, Atari Vault, Contra Anniversary Collection, Rare Replay, Mega Man Legacy Collection and others.