Retro Classics Hits Game Pass – Over 50 Activision Favourites from the ’80s and ’90s Are Back!
If you’ve ever wanted to relive the glory days of gaming—when pixelated action ruled and joysticks (with one button) were king—then you’re in for a serious nostalgia hit. Xbox and Antstream Arcade have teamed up to drop something very special for retro fans: Retro Classics, a brand-new collection of 50+ classic Activision games from the 1980s and 1990s, now playable via Xbox Game Pass!
Yep, you read that right—whether you cut your teeth on Kaboom!, Pitfall!, Commando, Grand Prix, or even the mighty MechWarrior 2: 31st Century Combat, these beloved blasts from the past are back and ready to play on modern devices.
Game Preservation, the Fun Way
This launch isn’t just about a stroll down memory lane—it’s part of Xbox’s bigger mission around game preservation and backwards compatibility. It’s a great example of how the classics can still shine today, especially with a modern twist (like cloud gaming, achievements, and save states—more on that in a sec).
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Where and How to Play
The best part? You can enjoy Retro Classics anywhere Game Pass goes. That means:
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On your Xbox console
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Using the Xbox app on PC
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Streaming via cloud gaming on supported LG and Samsung Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV devices, and even Meta Quest VR headsets
All you need to do is fire up your Game Pass dashboard, search for Retro Classics, install it, and boom—you’re back in the arcade.
New Features for Old Favourites
Retro Classics isn’t just about emulation—it’s about enhancing the experience. Players can now:
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Save and reload progress, a first for many of these vintage games
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Take on friends, rivals, or global leaderboards with built-in challenges
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Chase down brand-new achievements designed just for this collection
So whether you’re a seasoned retro warrior or a curious newcomer ready to explore gaming’s golden era, Retro Classics is a must-try.
Don’t you just love anniversaries of bygone era video games systems ? We sure do!
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