Antstream Arcade Brings Over 1000 Retro Games to Xbox One with Cloud Gaming Platform

Antstream Arcade, the first third-party game streaming service on Xbox, is now providing access to a vast collection of over 1,300 retro game titles on Xbox One and Series X/S. Notable classics like Space Invaders, Metal Slug, and Bubble Bobble are included, and users can enjoy these games instantly without the need for additional downloads or installations through Antstream’s cloud gaming platform. Furthermore, the company plans to continuously expand its library by adding more titles on a weekly basis.

The service supports cloud-based game saves, an online leaderboard and the ability to retrieve your game from multiple devices. Antstream Arcade is already available on Mac, PC, Linux, Android TV, Firestick, and Samsung TVs, but this is the first time it’s coming to a gaming console.

Antstream says it will use its “unique technology” to modify original games, allowing the company to create new mini-game challenges for both new and returning players. For example, you can play a modified Pac-Man map where the main goal is to avoid scoring. Players can participate in tournaments, challenge other players to duels or compete for the highest score.

Microsoft already has its own Xbox Cloud Gaming streaming service, which is available as a native app on Android, Windows, Samsung smart TVs and select VR headsets. It’s also available for iOS and Mac, but you’ll need to use a web browser to access it. However, Xbox Cloud Gaming focuses more on playing modern games outside of your console, while Antstream Arcade focuses solely on pulling nostalgic heart tokens.

Antstream Arcade on Xbox is available for pre-order from the Xbox Store today. Pricing starts at $29.99 per year with a one-time lifetime purchase option for $79.99. The company says that all future games and new features will be included regardless of which purchase option you choose.