City Connection is bringing its retro gaming catalog to Tokyo Game Show 2026, offering fans a chance to see upcoming ports of classic arcade titles. The developer will showcase four specific releases during the event, which runs from September 17 to 21 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan. The announcement is relevant to fans interested in the studio's efforts to port classic Japanese arcade titles to modern platforms. Hands-on demonstrations of these titles are expected as the event nears.
Developer showcases four classic arcade titles for modern platforms
The lineup features JALECOlle [Famicom] Ver. SHATTERHAND, which is coming to the Nintendo Switch. Two other titles, Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted and Ninja Baseball League-Man: Bases Loaded, will arrive on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Ninja JaJaMaru: Yokai Night Parade is also scheduled for PlayStation 5, Switch 2, and PC. The lineup reflects the studio's approach to updating legacy titles for contemporary hardware.
Switch 2 support appears in the lineup for both Ninja Baseball League-Man and Ninja JaJaMaru, indicating early developer preparation for the new console. The inclusion of Xbox Series for Ninja Baseball League-Man expands the platform availability beyond Sony and Nintendo ecosystems. PC remains a common target across all four announced titles, ensuring accessibility for desktop gamers. Specific release dates and pricing for these versions have not been confirmed.
The studio specializes in arcade-style action games that emphasize precise controls and quick reflexes. The updates feature enhanced visuals and modernized controls while preserving the core mechanics of the original releases. The Tokyo Game Show presentation is expected to offer the first detailed look at the performance of these remakes on modern systems.
Source: City Connection, Gematsu
