The most interesting arcade games released in 2014
All the best and most popular games of the year, upcoming releases, and hits from the past. Use filters to narrow down search.
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Arcade
January 10, 2014
Two-dimensional platform game by independent studio Megafuzz. In the production we play the role of a hero, who starts the adventure from the end and must find out why it happened so, and not otherwise. The mechanics of the game does not differ much from other productions of this genre with the difference that during the game we run backwards, give back the coins collected earlier, etc. The game's mechanics does not differ much from other productions of this genre.
Kirby: Triple Deluxe
Arcade
January 11, 2014
Kirby: Triple Deluxe is the first installment of the popular in Japan Kirby series, which was released on the Nintendo 3DS console. Again we are dealing with a colorful side-scrolled platformer, whose main character is a pink ball with the ability to absorb various objects and spit them out with great power. In comparison to previous editions of Triple Deluxe has been enriched with new powers for the main character and competitive multiplayer mode for four people.
Nidhogg
Arcade
January 13, 2014
Award-winning independent arcade game in which we play the role of a swordsman and try to get to the other side of the board, defeating our opponent in direct duels. The title allows you to have fun in single player mode as well as in multiplayer via the Internet or on a shared screen.
Short Peace: Ranko Tsukigime's Longest Day
Arcade
January 16, 2014
Compilation of four animated Japanese short films and a game created by Goichi Suda, known in the industry. Production is a spectacular 2.5D platform, in which we play the teenage killer. The task of the players is to eliminate the opponents and reach the end of the board as quickly as possible.
Shadow Blade
Arcade
January 16, 2014
Shadow Blade is a two-dimensional platformer by Dead Mage. It allows you to take on the role of a Ninja warrior who carries out dangerous missions on maps full of enemies and deadly traps. Production offers an extensive combat system, but also allows for the use of the sneaking approach.
Probably Archery
Arcade
February 6, 2014
Crazy arcade game, reminiscent of QWOP and Surgeon Simulator 2013 productions. The player plays as an archer, performing various, detached from reality missions. The creators took care of the complicated control, so that during the game we witness many funny situations.
99 Levels to Hell
Arcade
February 19, 2014
Classic two-dimensional platformer in the style of roguelike. During the game we are going through the title 99 levels of hell to fight the final battle with Satan. We have only one life at our disposal, and every 10 levels there is a demanding mini-boss waiting for us. After defeating it, we unlock a special shortcut, thanks to which in case of death we don't have to start all the fun from the beginning.
Drifter
Arcade
March 4, 2014
A simplified space simulation game created by the independent studio Celsius Games. The action of this production takes place in a distant future, where humanity has developed enough to colonize other planetary systems. The player assumes the role of a spaceship captain, and decides what path will the protagonist take. We can deal in trade and mining or even choose the career of a bounty hunter, an interplanetary convoy guard, or a pirate. There is an entire galaxy that spans over 10 thousand light years and over 10 thousand planetary systems. Compared to other games in the genre, Drifter distinguishes itself with the presence of a plot. While playing, we can perform missions that are joined together by a coherent story that lets us learn the history of the universe. The title features decent three-dimensional graphics.
Bloo Kid 2
Arcade
March 6, 2014
The second part of the series of classic platformers, in which we play the role of the title character passing through colorful levels, jumping over obstacles and facing opponents. The source of inspiration for Bloo Kid 2 were such cycles as Super Mario, Sonic or Alex Kidd.
Windforge
Arcade
March 11, 2014
Two-dimensional platformer with open gameplay and a motif of extracting raw materials and constructing your own vehicles or buildings. In the game we explore the air world of islands in search of minerals. The whole thing resembles the popular Terraria, but it operates with much nicer graphics and a few original ideas.
TowerFall: Ascension
Arcade
March 11, 2014
Old-school, two-dimensional arcade game, reminiscent of classic platformers from the early 90s. In this local rivalry-oriented production of up to 4 players, we play in one of the available archers, and our goal is to eliminate the remaining players by means of a bow, arrows and power-ups found in special boxes.
Dudeski
Arcade
March 13, 2014
Skillful endless runner, in which we play the role of a skier crossing the slopes of the mysterious Shred Lord Mountain. The aim of the game is to reach as far as possible - beating records is hampered by a powerful avalanche and numerous obstacles, including trees, rocks and even the yeti.
Bardbarian
Arcade
March 13, 2014
Tower defense production, enriched with elements taken from arcade games. Players take on the role of the title barbarian, who tries to repel the attack on his hometown, playing various melodies on the lute - in this way he calls on subsequent allies eliminating enemies wandering around the map.
Luftrausers
Arcade
March 18, 2014
Arcade shooter in an old-fashioned style, characterized by a very simple, two-dimensional graphic design in the style of eight-bit classics. The player takes on the role of the pilot of the title plane, able to perform heavenly stunts and at the same time eliminate approaching enemies with various weapons.
Spate
Arcade
March 27, 2014
Platformer maintained in the steampunk convention. The player takes on the role of a private detective who goes to the forbidden zone in search of the missing person. The game consists mainly of exploring locations, avoiding obstacles and traps and solving logical puzzles.
Goat Simulator
Arcade
April 1, 2014
Goat Simulator is a humorous simulator that serves as a commercial extension of the joke game made by Swedish Coffee Stain (known primarily from the Sanctum series). The game lets you control a crazy goat named Pilgor which destroys everything in the virtual world. The goal is to cause as much damage as possible with the use of a wide range of absurd accessories, like rockets, explosives, etc. It was the developers’ ambition to create a big cliché parody, mocking low-budget simulators. Therefore, Goat Simulator features loads of purposely implemented humorous bugs. The editor gives you a chance to create your own levels and share them with others through the Internet. On the technical side, the game utilizes the power of Unreal Engine 3.
Kinect Sports Rivals
Arcade
April 8, 2014
The next installment of the Kinect Sports series, offering gamers a range of arcade mini-games that take advantage of the capabilities of the Kinect motion controller. The new version of the title now also offers the opportunity to compete with other players in the multiplayer network mode.
Strike Suit Zero: Director's Cut
Arcade
April 8, 2014
Strike Suit Zero: Director's Cut is a next-generation console-enhanced version of Strike Suit Zero, released in 2013, which allows you to take on the role of the Pilot of the title Strike Suit - a hybrid vehicle of a mecha and a fighter fighter. The re-edition features improved graphics, re-engineered campaign and additional content.
Trials Frontier
Arcade
April 9, 2014
Trials Fusion is the first mobile version of the popular series of motorcycle dexterity cars produced by the RedLynx team. Players perform missions in a postapocalyptic world rushing through a track full of obstacles and pitfalls that require both cleverness and acrobatic skills.
Trials Fusion
Arcade
April 16, 2014
Trials Fusion is another entry in the popular series of motorcycle action games. The player once again assumes the role of a stuntman who must complete a track filled with obstacles while performing spectacular stunts. The game was developed by Finnish studio RedLynx.
Life Goes On: Done to Death
Arcade
April 17, 2014
Life Goes On is a humorous platformer game by the independent studio Infinite Monkeys. The player assumes control of a group of brave knights who set out to seek the mythical Cup of Life. While the mission is anything but safe, the valiant warriors are willing to give their lives in order to help their successors. The goal is to bring a knight to the end of a level where a prize awaits. Before that, however, you have to overcome a number of deadly traps. In many cases, to launch a mechanism or to get pass an obstacle, the player has to sacrifice a knight whose place is taken by a new daredevil with a funny randomly generated nickname. In total, the developers of Life Goes On created 50 levels of increasingly difficult puzzles.
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call
Arcade
April 24, 2014
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call is the second installment of a series of arcade and rhythm games launched in 2012 with Theatrhythm: Final Fantasy. This time players can try their hand at pressing colourful icons to the rhythm of over 200 melodies and songs known from the Final Fantasy series.
NES Remix 2
Arcade
April 24, 2014
NES Remix 2 is a suite of selected levels from a dozen or so games derived from the NES console, which have been adapted to work on the Wii U and endowed with a new set of challenges. Among the included titles is also a unique in the form of Super Luigi Bros. - is a converted Super Mario Bros. where the hero is Luigi and the movement is from right to left. This is a continuation of NES Remix, which was released at the end of 2013.
Sportsfriends
Arcade
May 6, 2014
A set of independent games designed to play in competition mode with live opponents. The package, whose commercial release was financially supported by the Kickstarter community, included four productions: Johann Sebastian Joust, Super Pole Riders, Hokra and BaraBariBall.