GDC 09: Virtual Console Arcade Announced

March 25th, 2009, 19:14 Posted By: wraggster

One of the most-requested classic systems for inclusion in Nintendo's collection of Virtual Consoles isn't an old home console at all -- but rather the arcade machines that so many classics of yesteryear originated from. Now, finally, we'll be able to enjoy some of those arcade experiences emulated in VC form.

During the tail end of Nintendo's GDC conference this morning at San Francisco's Moscone Center, a big announcement was made that is sure to please Wii owners with an old-school slant. A new service, Virtual Console Arcade, has been released, with games available to download today.

Several classics have already been announced to be forthcoming, including Space Harrier, Emeraldia, Solvalou and The Return of Ishtar. But the launch lineup available right now consists of these four titles:

- Gaplus, a Namco Bandai shooter more commonly known as "Galaga 3"
- Mappy, a Namco Bandai platformer starring a mouse police officer
- Star Force, a scrolling shooter developed by Tehkan
- The Tower of Druaga, a Namco maze game

All of the four launch games are priced at 500 Wii Points except Gaplus, which is just one dollar more at 600 Wii Points. All four games also support every VC controller solution, including the Classic Controller, GameCube Controller and Wii Remote turned on its side by itself. We'd expect that pricing and controller support will be different for each future VC Arcade release, especially as some more technologically advanced titles are added to the lineup down the line.

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