Blizzard Entertainment confirmed the release ofBlizzard Arcade Collectionduring BlizzConline 2021, but now it’s getting two more games at no additional cost. These titles will join the package upon purchase or will release as a free update for existing owners of the collection.
Blizzard Arcade Collectionwas revealed during BlizzConline 2021 and it initially released with three remastered classics from Blizzard’s catalog, but two additional games have been added with an update. The two new games joining theBlizzard Arcade CollectionareLost Vikings 2, allowing fans of the original to continue their journey, andRPM Racing, the prequel toRock N Roll Racing.
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During BlizzConline 2021, Blizzard EntertainmentannouncedBlizzard Arcade Collection, which brings together three of the most iconic classics from the developer into one package. Just like the other titles in the collection,Lost Vikings 2andRPM Racingwill include the original version and remastered version of both games, allowing players to enjoy them in their original form or in the enhanced mode alike.Lost Vikings 2andRPM Racingwill include the additional features offered in the otherBlizzard Arcade Collectiontitles such as rewind, save, and filters.
TheBlizzard Arcade Collectionupdate also adds bonus features such as a Streamer mode forRock N Roll Racingwhich includes a 4-player local multiplayer that lets players stream while keeping the MIDI versions of the soundtrack to circumvent any DMCA issues. The Museum Mode has also been expanded on, with new Design Documents showing how the original games went from aconcept to a fleshed-out game. The additional games and features have released through a free update for existing owners ofBlizzard Arcade Collectionat no additional cost.Lost Vikings 2is a directsequel toThe Lost Vikingswhich is already on the Blizzard Arcade Collection and it brings new powers, new characters, and more puzzles than the original, whileRPM Racinghas some additional content to make it more likeRock N Roll Racing.
It’s a little strange thatLost Vikings 2andRPM Racingare being added to the collection now considering their respective sequel and prequel were part of the package from day one.RPM Racingwas particularly unexpected for this collection asRock N Roll Racingwas part of the original package and it followed upRPM Racingin 1993, but it’s always good to see more content added to a game after release. Considering Blizzard Entertainment has added two new games toBlizzard Arcade Collectionthrough a simple update, it would be nice to see additional classicBlizzard titles such asDiabloandWarcraft IIadded to the collection over time.
Blizzard Arcade Collectionis available right now for Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, and Xbox One.
