Mag Max is this week’s Console Archives on Nintendo Switch 2

Hamster confirmed today that Mag Max is next up on the docket for its Console Archives series. The game will be out tomorrow, May 7.

In Magmax, players take control of a transformable mecha to rescue humanity from the domination of an alien computer. Nichibutsu originally released this one in 1986.

Here’s some additional information:

Magmax was released by Nichibutsu in 1986 for an 8-bit home console. This is a shooting game where you pilot a transformable mecha (Magmax) as the chosen hero, to rescue humanity from the domination of an alien computer known as Babylon. Travel between above ground and underground using warp holes, and defeat approaching enemies with energy beams.

The Console Archives series is developed with the concept of faithfully reproducing masterpieces released on various home game consoles, allowing players to easily enjoy them on the latest hardware. The series is packed with convenient features, including customizable button layouts and screen settings, as well as the ability to save and load at any point. Whether you played them back in the day or are experiencing them for the first time, please enjoy the masterpieces that shaped the history of console gaming!

See a trailer for Console Archives Mag Max below. 

Official Trailer

The game will be sold digitally for $7.99. Keep track of other news surrounding the Console Archives series here.