Classic IGS Arcade Games Return to PC With Online Multiplayer and Modern Enhancements
Fans of classic arcade gaming will soon have the opportunity to revisit some of Taiwan’s most recognizable arcade titles on modern hardware. H2 Interactive has announced that IGS Classic Arcade Collection, developed by Taiwanese studio International Games System Co., Ltd. (IGS) and published by H2 Interactive, will launch for PC via Steam on August 13, 2026.
The collection will be available with support for English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, making the compilation accessible to players across multiple regions. The release brings together eight classic arcade games while introducing features designed to improve the experience for both longtime fans and newcomers.
Faithfully Preserving the Original Arcade Experience
Classic Gameplay Returns on Steam
IGS Classic Arcade Collection aims to recreate the original arcade experience by preserving the gameplay, visuals, and atmosphere of the original releases. The collection focuses on maintaining the authenticity of the arcade versions while making them available on today’s PC platform through Steam.
Among the featured titles is the well-known Knights of Valour series, which helped establish IGS as a prominent arcade developer throughout Asia during the late 1990s and early 2000s. The compilation also includes several other action and fighting games that became staples of regional arcades.
Online and Local Multiplayer Support
Cooperative Play for Up to Four Players
Several games in the collection will support online multiplayer as well as local multiplayer, allowing up to four players to join together depending on the title.
The multiplayer functionality is designed to recreate the cooperative arcade experience, enabling players to team up with friends for side-scrolling action and adventure across compatible games.
Modern Features Improve Accessibility
Quality-of-Life Enhancements for New and Returning Players
While the games retain their original mechanics, H2 Interactive has added several modern convenience features that make the collection easier to enjoy on current hardware.
Players will have access to:
- Adjustable difficulty settings
- Built-in cheat options
- Save and load functionality at any point during gameplay
Additional improvements include integrated move lists, one-button shortcuts for special moves, and fully customizable keyboard controls, giving players more flexibility than the original arcade cabinets offered.
Multiple Display Options Available
The collection also introduces several display modes, allowing players to customize how the games look on modern monitors.
Users can choose between classic arcade-inspired screen filters for a nostalgic presentation or cleaner high-definition visuals that take advantage of contemporary PC displays.
Included Games in IGS Classic Arcade Collection
The compilation includes eight arcade titles:
- Knights of Valour: Super Heroes
- Knights of Valour Plus
- Knights of Valour 2 – Nine Dragons
- Oriental Legend
- Oriental Legend Spooky
- Martial Masters
- Demon Front
- The Gladiator
Together, the lineup spans beat-’em-ups, fighting games, and action titles that defined much of IGS’s arcade catalog.
A Nostalgic Collection for Modern PC Players
With its blend of authentic arcade gameplay, online multiplayer support, customizable controls, and modern accessibility features, IGS Classic Arcade Collection aims to introduce a new generation of players to some of IGS’s most memorable arcade releases while giving longtime fans a convenient way to revisit these classics on Steam. The collection is scheduled to launch worldwide for PC on August 13, 2026.
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