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Hamster Brings Namco’s Aqua Jet to PS5, Xbox Series and Switch 2 on August 14

This first home port of a 1-out-of-100 collector’s cabinet arrives with Time Attack, Network Mode, multiple save slots, rewind, VRR support.

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Overview

  • Arcade Archives 2 versions of Aqua Jet cost $16.99 on PS5, Xbox Series and Switch 2, while PS4 and Switch editions are $14.99 with $2.99 upgrades to current-gen.
  • The release represents the first official home edition of Namco’s 1996 System 22 jet-ski racer, whose distinctive cabinet ranks among the rarest according to VAPS data.
  • Arcade Archives 2 introduces Time Attack and Network modes alongside the series’ Original, High Score and Caravan modes.
  • Quality-of-life improvements include quick-start access, multiple save slots, rewind capability and online leaderboards.
  • Aqua Jet follows Ridge Racer and Air Combat 22 as the third polygonal reissue in Arcade Archives 2, underscoring Hamster’s focus on System 22-era titles.