- v4.3 - Major Build Size & Performance Update - 30 September 2026
Major reduction in build size and additional performance and gameplay improvements!Much smaller build size:Removed unused packages and code for a leaner game.Reduced unnecessary game assets with no impact on gameplay.Smoother gameplay when the screen fills up with explosions and effects.Fixed shots occasionally not firing in Alien Assault and Astro Impact.Smoother return to the main menu and a lighter, snappier settings menu.A few other minor bug fixes.These fixes come from making more games, learning more about the game engine (Unity), and bringing what I’ve learned back into my earlier games.Thanks for playing Arcade Classics. Happy blasting! 🕹️
- Captastica (our next game) - Development Update - 2 August 2026
During the summer we've continued development of Captastica. This video shows the game's current progress, along with a short introduction to each sibling and their unique ability:More coming soon!
- v4.2 - Game Engine Upgrade and Fixes - 16 May 2026
This update focuses on long-term stability and maintenance:Upgraded the game engine to Unity 6.4 to keep the game current and improve long-term compatibility and stability.Updated supporting libraries and removed unused assets/packages to optimize the game build and gameplay.Brick Smash: Tuned the paddle movement influence on ball bounce angle for a more noticeable but still subtle effect.Alien Assault: Fixed a bug with the Missile Mastermind achievement (“Destroy a minimum of 6 invaders with one missile”), where it could occasionally require 7 hits instead of 6.For anyone struggling a bit too much: there may be a little something hidden to make things a bit more forgiving 😉 Hint: Konami code or "GIVEMELIFE".As always thanks to everyone who plays 🙌
- Our Next Game - Co-op Teaser - 5 April 2026
We’re working on a new project (working title: Captastica): a co-op puzzle-platformer built around teamwork, timing, and a bit of chaos.Still a work in progress, but here’s a short look at local co-op in action:Control a team of four mushroom siblings, each with a unique ability:🛡️ Block hazards🌬️ Float across gaps🍄 Bounce teammates🎯 Attack and trigger objectsPlay solo or together and switch between characters to solve puzzles and survive.More to come soon 🤗-----Placeholder background music from PlayOnLoop.com Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 4.0'-----Pixel art from itch.io Bysia - https://brysiaa.itch.io/ Bcraft/JustMarco - https://mandr-05.itch.io/bcraft Anna/Cabochon - https://cabochongames.itch.io/
- Patch #10 – Performance & Audio Update - 28 January 2026
This patch brings a few improvements:Better audio handling: music tracks are now streamed, and SFX are compressed on load to reduce memory usageFaster scene transitions and level loadingThanks to everyone who’s played and shared feedback 🙌🏻
- v4.0 - Game Engine Upgrade and Quality of Life Improvements - 16 December 2025
This quality of life upgrade is for long-term stability:Upgraded game engine to Unity 6.3, to keep the game currentRemoved unused packages and game assets, updated necessary libraries to optimize game build and gameplayThanks to anyone who's playing and have a great Xmas!
- Security Update Patch – Unity Game Engine Upgrade - 3 October 2025
This patch addresses a recently reported security vulnerability from Unity. There’s no evidence of exploitation, but I'm updating to keep everything safe and secure for everyone. You can read about the issue on Unity’s official site: Security Update Advisory Thanks for playing! Please don't forget Neon Strike! Get ready for quick reflexes, color swaps, and instant retries! Neon Strike is an easy to control action-puzzler set in a vibrant neon world. Easy to play, tough to master. Whishlist it here and get the demo coming Oct. 10th:
- Patch #10 - Maintenance Update and Neon Strike Announcement - 1 October 2025
A small maintenance update to improve the build/performance:Smaller build size with optimized audio and assetsMinor update to game engineThanks to all of you who keep playing! Reduced size of build for supported platforms (see "To Size on Disk"): What's Next? Neon Strike is Coming! Get ready for quick reflexes, color swaps, and instant retries! Neon Strike is an easy to control action-puzzler set in a vibrant neon world. Easy to play, tough to master. Whishlist it here and get the demo coming Oct. 10th:
- Patch #9 - Minor Update - 18 June 2025
This patch brings a few small fixes:Increased all in-game text size in menus and HUD for better readabilityCorrected a few typos across the gameFixed a bug where control remapping didn't reset properlyUpdated Unity libraries to keep the game currentAs always, thanks to anyone and all who've played 🙌🏻
- Now also on Linux! - 16 April 2025
Arcade Classics is now fully playable on Linux! Tested on Ubuntu 24.04, the game runs smooth just like on Windows and macOS. Linux icon by Freepik - Flaticon
- Game Engine Update - 1 February 2025
The game engine has been updated to Unity 6, improving performance and stability, and preparing the game for future patches and additions.
- Our next game released: NinjaThea 2 - 25 December 2024
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- Patch #8 - NinjaThea 2 Announcement! - 30 October 2024
This patch fixes the following issues: General fix for Steam overlay activation properly pausing the game. Activating the Steam overlay would in some cases not pause the game for up to 2 seconds. This is no longer an issue. Astro Impact: Occasional crashes late in the game (wave 8 and onwards) due to improper handling of particle effects, causing memory overload. Particle effects are now properly handled—so you can keep blasting asteroids without interruptions! Brick Smash: The ball getting stuck bouncing between the edges of the screen or paddle for too long. Instead of waiting for 6 hits to change the angle ("unstuck" the ball), the ball will now adjust after just 3 edge/paddle hits—making the gameplay faster. You can still use the boost function at any time to get "unstuck," but if you don't want to, it happens faster now. What's Next? NinjaThea 2 is Coming! Get ready for NinjaThea 2…
- Patch #7 - Leaderboard bugfix - 12 July 2024
This patch fixes a bug where usernames longer than 20 characters would cause the leaderboard text to break, disrupting the display. Sorry for the inconvenience! 🙌🏻
- Patch #6 - Minor bugfixes - 15 June 2024
This patch fixes the following issues: Astro Impact: RNG bug causing asteroids to occasionally spawn in a set pattern, which also affected supply satellite spawning. Alien Assault: Highscore save bug that would some times overwrite an existing highscore with a lower score. This issue did not affect the global leaderboard, only the local save file. I hope these small fixes improve gameplay.
- Upgraded Visuals & Performance - 12 May 2024
This update adds a subtle nostalgic CRT visual mode, and an upgraded lighting package to improve visuals. In addition, issue with inconsistent framerate is fixed. Framerate capped @60hz to handle choppy framerate and ensure smoother, more consistent gameplay. Added a CRT visual mode for a bit of nostalgia, adding an old-school vibe to the game. Upgraded the Unity lighting package for better lighting. The lighting is discreet but significantly improved. I hope these updates make the game better for you 🙌🏻
- Patch #5 - Alien Assault Respawn Bugfix - 25 April 2024
This patch fixes a respawn bug in Alien Assault where players could, under certain circumstances, respawn during the Game Over screen. Additionally, it includes a few minor UI tweaks.
- Patch #4 - Achievement adjustment - 3 April 2024
This patch adjusts the requirements for a few achievements to make them less of a chore. Hopefully, more players can now unlock these without getting too bored. Astro Impact: Red Rampage, Blue Breakthrough and Green Gain: Now you only need to reach wave 4 with each, down from 5. Brick Smash: Night Sky Knight: Requirement changed to reach level 6, previously 8.
- "Alien Assault" Joins the Collection! - 1 March 2024
"Alien Assault" brings a fresh wave of nostalgia mixed with new challenges to the Arcade Classics collection. Choose your tank and take on waves of aliens with a variety of weapons and power-ups. This addition also brings 9 new achievements, from leveling up your tank to having a large arsenal of missiles and shields, each achievement offers a unique challenge that rewards your gaming prowess. Go for a new high score, unlock all achievements, and save Earth from the alien onslaught. Good luck 👾
- Open for playtesting! [ENDED] - 18 February 2024
EDIT Feb. 23rd '24: Thanks to all who participated and for the feedback. Nothing too big, only a few minor adjustments and the game will be released as planned March 3rd. -------------------- Sign up to playtest Arcade Classics and give feedback to the dev. Requests will be reviewed and approved every day @20:00 CET. You can request a playtest until Wednesday February 21st 2024 midnight CET. This playtest focuses on the newly Alien Assault, but you're also welcome to play the two previous games in the collection. Please leave your feedback here on Steam or send it directly to [email protected]. Thanks 🙌🏻
