BEST MODERN ARCADE GAMES IN 2023

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Arcade games have been a source of fun and entertainment for a long time till now. They came before there were PlayStation and Nintendo Switch. Arcade games were played at a location with arcade machines. But now, you can play arcade games at home also. There are modern arcade games that can be played on Smartphones. You can download the newest arcade games from the play store. Some of the modern arcade games are in continuation of classic arcade games while some are having a new storyline.

So, let’s take a look at the best modern arcade games in 2023:

Street Fighter 5

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Street Fighter 5 is a game that is at the top of the list. Capcom had wanted in-game purchases. But the fan base didn’t want that. But then, things changed. This game was made up to the level of the Street Fighter brand. People have enjoyed this game a lot. This game is developed by Capcom and Dimps. It was made for PlayStation 4 and Windows. It was released in 2016. The game has 16 characters. There are 4 new characters out of this. There were 30 additional characters introduced with updates. The new feature in this modern arcade game is the V-Gauge. It adds up as the player adds 3 new skills. It has a 2D fighting scene. People are waiting eagerly for Street Fighter 6. It has got all its hype.

Beat Saber

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Beat Saber has got many updates to its previous versions. These updates are in the form of songs and titles. All of this is for the current age of VR because Beat Saber is a VR game. The game has the actions of cutting blocks. And there is a beat of rhythmic music to it. It becomes an appealing experience that players that get out of the game. Players don’t want the game to get over. Some players have that real skill in the game and it is great to watch them. Beat Saber has a futuristic world throughout the game. The game was released in 2019 for PlayStation 4 and Windows. Beat Saber has got positive reviews from critics and players. 

Tekken 7

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Tekken 7 was released in 2015. It is the newest arcade game in the Tekken brand. This game is loved a lot in the arcade world. But it has also come into a console and computer gaming. It has increased the number of fans of the game. The gameplay is amazing. The graphics are better and highly developed as compared to previous versions. The characters that players get a chance to choose are stylish. You can spend hours playing the modern arcade game Tekken 7. There are some new elements in it like Rage Arts and Power Crush Mechanic. Tekken 7 got a lot of success and acclaim. A new version, Tekken 8 is being developed.

Star War Battle Pod

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This is a modern arcade game for the fans of Star Wars. But non-fans of Star Wars will also like it. It came out in 2014. It has some amazing experiences to it. It is like a high-flying mission like movies. It is an immersive experience. Players feel that they are in the world of Star Wars. It is more than an experience of an arcade. It feels like you are like a pilot. It is both a single-player and multi-player modern arcade game. The storyline of this modern arcade game has many situations like the Battle of Yavin, the Battle of Hoth, a speeder run with Endor, the Battle of Endor, Darth Vader, and The Force Awakens.

Space Pirate Trainer

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Space Pirate Trainer is a VR headset game. There have many updates in the game. Its gameplay and storyline is simple. It is quite addictive. Players use many weapons against their enemies. These can be pistols, shotguns, lasers, machine guns, laser swords, or grenade launchers. The game is on a platform in space. It is a popular modern arcade game. Players can switch between rounds. They can beat the highest score. This game is produced by I-Illusions. There was a digital release of the game in 2018.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge

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This game is a modern arcade-type video game. It has some elements of classic Turtles arcade games. It is also a modern game with modern technology. It is a smooth game. It is also an addictive game. There is a campaign mode in the game. There are pixel art graphics in the game. There are story and arcade modes. It is a single-player as well as multi-player modern arcade-type video game. It can be played on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Android, and Windows. The presentation is dynamic. It brings characters to life.

Geometry Wars 3

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Geometry Wars 3 is a modern arcade type video game. It gives pure and natural fun and entertainment. It has some elements of classic arcade games. These are wire-frames, graphics, bonkers action, and other elements that entertain you. The game is visually attractive. There have many design updates in the game. It has the approach and design of an arcade game. The gameplay is interesting. There is tougher gameplay as compared to previous versions. There is a lot of variety when it comes to levels and also types of enemies. It can be played on Windows and PlayStation 3. It is both single-player and multiplayer modern arcade-type video game.

Mortal Kombat 11

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Mortal Kombat is known for its long-lasting and strong gameplay. Modern Kombat 11 is a new and modern arcade-type video game. It is for a modern audience. It is intuitive and full of entertainment. You can customize your playing experience with a lot of options available. Many of these options were not available before. There are elements of the classic arcade game. It is a visually engaging game. Every character has a unique personality. The design and animations are amazing. There is an element of violence also. 

By Bhawna