The third entry in Taito’s video game collection series, Taito 3 milestoneshas been waiting for the release of the Western movie “Winter 2024” for several months now. But today, the game’s Japanese launch day, no less, we finally have a concrete date.
Taito Milestones 3 will be available on the Western Switch eShops (and in physical edition) on the day December 10 – only 12 days left! Like the two previous ‘Milestones’ titles, this one brings together a collection of classic arcade games from the 1980s and early 90s including a duo bubble bubble title and full ‘Rastan Saga‘ trio.
You’ll find a full list of everything included below:
Bubble Bobble (1986)
Experience a blast from the past in the original 2-player co-op arcade version of Bubble Bobble! Use Bub and Bob’s bubble-blowing powers to make it through all 100 floors of the Monster Cave to rescue their girlfriends!Rainbow Islands: The Story of Bubble Bobble 2 (1987)
Play as Bubby and Bobby in human form! Instead of blowing bubbles, rule with rainbows when you reach your goals! Fight monsters and more to save the residents of the Rainbow Islands who have been captured by your archenemy, the Dark Boss!
Cadash (1989)
Princess Sarasa, the peace symbol of the naturally prosperous and wealthy Deezar, has been kidnapped. Choose between a warrior, mage, priest or ninja to defeat monsters, collect loot and enhance your equipment to defeat the evil Baarogue in this 2-player co-op action RPG This classic!Rastan Saga (1987)
In this action platform game, follow the journey of Rastan the Thief, in a story set before he became king, as he sets out at the Princess’s behest to defend the kingdom of Ceim. Fight enemies along the way and defeat the giant dragon with various items and weapons such as fire swords, hammers or axes!Rastan Saga 2 (1988)
Embark on a journey of fighting against various enemies and traps to protect the sacred city of Rastania and the SkyScraper temple from the evil tribe. This action game is a prequel to Rastan Saga.Champion Wrestler (1989)
Fight in the ring for 8 rounds to become the champion. Use technical moves such as aerial techniques and submissions in ring brawls and the use of deadly weapons! The action never stops! Play together in tag team matches or go against each other 1v1, either way, this couch co-op game promises plenty of wrestling action.Runark (1990)
This iconic beat-em-up game features co-op for up to 4 players! Play as a team of rangers tasked with saving animals from evil poachers. Destroy bad guys by any means possible; Use hand-to-hand combat or weapons like knives and rocket launchers! SHBROOM!Blade of the Warrior (1991)
Third game in the Rastan series. Set in a kingdom at the ends of the earth; Depon, this adventure sees Rastan and his comrades set out in search of a huge treasure in the face of never-ending danger. Choose from 3 characters in this dual-screen 2-player co-op game.Thunder Fox (1990)
A running and shooting action game released for arcades in 1990! Play as the anti-terrorist team Thunder Fox to destroy a terrorist organization. Drive tanks, drive autos and fly marine jets and defeat enemies on your way to the terrorist base!Dead Connection (1992)
Four detectives stand up against the mafia invading their city! Destroy the oncoming gangsters and uncover the secrets behind the case! Let’s lift the veil on this dark plot to pursue Don Nerozzia!! An action shooting game set in 1950s America.
Taito Milestones 3 will launch on eShop conversion next month for £34.99 / $39.99. Those who want to pre-order before the release date can get the upcoming collection at a cool 10% off.
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And if you’re curious about our thoughts on the first two entries in this series, you’ll find our reviews below – cor, aren’t we kind?
