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Sonic the Hedgehog
Speed through loop-filled levels as the blue blur himself. Collect rings, evade Dr. Robotnik’s traps, and race against the clock in exhilarating 16-bit style.
Enjoy branching pathways, vibrant pixel worlds, and an unforgettable soundtrack that defined a generation on the Sega Genesis.
Street Fighter II
Step into the ring and master six button combos with iconic fighters like Ryu, Chun-Li, and Guile. This arcade brawler set the standard for competitive fighting games.
Perfect your special moves, face off against world champions, and relive the head-to-head excitement that filled arcades worldwide.
Pac-Man
Dive into the neon maze and guide Pac-Man through a feast of pellets while outsmarting the colourful ghosts. A timeless arcade favourite that launched a cultural phenomenon.
Chase fruits for bonus points, clear increasing mazes, and test your reflexes in one of the most recognisable gaming icons of all time.
Super Mario Bros.
Rediscover the groundbreaking adventures of Mario and Luigi in the Mushroom Kingdom. Dodge Goombas, leap over pits, and uncover warp zones in this timeless NES classic.
Master precision jumps across eight worlds, collect power-ups from question blocks, and take down Bowser to save Princess Peach—all with the joy of 8-bit charm.
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