The next Arcade Archives title is landing on Switch 1 and Switch 2 tomorrow, October 2nd, 2025, and it’s a blast from the past developed by none other than Toru Iwatani, the mastermind behind Pac-Man. This time, it’s the 1978 release Gee Bee, making its way to Hamster’s extensive collection of ports. Fun fact: Gee Bee holds the prestigious title of being the very first arcade game created in-house at Namco. So, if you’re feeling nostalgic or just curious, you can grab Gee Bee for $7.99 on Switch 1 and $9.99 on Switch 2.
Now, let’s talk about gameplay. Picture a mix between a block breaker and a pinball table, with a rotary dial to maneuver paddles and hit balls towards the top of the screen. It’s a simple concept, yet Gee Bee wasn’t exactly a hit in Namco’s books. Despite its underwhelming performance, this game played a pivotal role in shaping the arcade scene and influencing Namco’s future endeavors. Without Gee Bee, who knows how things would have turned out for Namco and the gaming industry as a whole? History in the making, folks.
If you’re intrigued by the retro charm of Gee Bee, mark your calendars for tomorrow when Arcade Archives Gee Bee and Arcade Archives 2 Gee Bee become available on the eShop. Are you planning to give these classics a go? Drop a comment and let us know your thoughts. Alana, our resident Nintendo enthusiast since 2022, is always up for a good discussion about RPGs or anything Nintendo-related. Who knows, maybe she’s secretly dreaming of becoming a Sega air pirate. But hey, we all have our quirks, right?
