Originally released in arcades in 1993, both in Japan and the U.S., this iconic PS1 game is making a comeback on both PS4 and PS5. It first appeared on the PS1 in Japan in 1994, and then in the U.S. and Europe in 1995. While some may categorize it as an arcade game or a PS1 exclusive, its initial release date varies among 1993, 1994, and 1995 depending on the region.
To clarify, the game under discussion is Namco’s well-known title Ridge Racer. If you haven’t guessed it yet, that’s the one! You might recall that Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer was scheduled for release on June 5th exclusively through the Nintendo Switch. Now, Hamster Corporation, both the publisher and developer of this game, has revealed that the PS1 version of the classic will also be available for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 users on the same day as the Nintendo Switch release.
Previously mentioned, this fresh edition deviates from being a remaster or re-creation; instead, it’s an upgraded and modernized version of the ’90s hit. This revamp introduces a “Time Attack Mode,” along with other improvements such as: a rewind option, multiple save points rather than the single one in the original, and a quick load feature. Furthermore, VRR technology has been incorporated to emulate the authentic arcade sensation of the game.
The exact price for the re-release on the PlayStation Store isn’t clear yet, however, Arcade Archives typically come at affordable prices. We do have a fresh trailer available, and you can watch it here, compliments of the official PlayStation YouTube channel.
1. “This game first appeared at my local arcade, and I finally got it for my PlayStation on Christmas Eve of ’95. I played it until 3AM that night.”
2. “A friend told me about this game when I saw it at the arcade. Then, on Christmas Eve ’95, I received it for my PlayStation. I was so excited I played it until 3AM!”
3. “I remember playing this game for the first time at my local arcade. Come Christmas Eve 1995, I finally had it on my PlayStation and couldn’t stop playing until 3AM.”
4. “I vividly recall when I first encountered this game at the arcade. Then, on Christmas Eve ’95, I received a copy for my PlayStation, keeping me awake until 3AM.”
For the second comment:
1. “I was under the impression that this would only be available on Switch 2, but it’s great to see Hamster making it accessible for PS5 and PS4 as well.”
2. “Initially, I thought this game would only come out for Switch 2, but now that Hamster is bringing it to PS5 and PS4, I’m looking forward to playing it on those platforms too.”
3. “I was expecting this game to be exclusive to the Switch 2, but it’s nice to see that Hamster is making it playable on both PS5 and PS4 as well.”
Originally launched on the PlayStation 1, Ridge Racer was the inaugural game in its namesake series that later gave birth to numerous sequels. Upon its debut, it received positive reviews and enjoyed strong sales, leading to further installments such as Ridge Racer 2 and others.
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