Action 52

A notorious 52‑game NES cartridge infamous for its buggy shooters and The Cheetahmen.

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Alternatives

Arcade Classics

Arcade Classics bundles three iconic arcade experiences—Pong, Missile Command, and Centipede—each presented in both their original form and a revised Sega version.

✦ Best for retro gamers craving classic arcade hits on a single cartridge

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“A small retro arcade cartridge bundling several titles, directly comparable as a multi‑game NES‑style cart.”

MaxPlay Classic Games Volume 1

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MaxPlay Classic Games Volume 1 bundles ten unofficial remakes of classic arcade titles, delivering a nostalgic experience on the PlayStation 2.

✦ Best for retro arcade fans and ps2 collectors seeking rare european release

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“Another retro compilation of multiple unlicensed games, mirroring Action 52's multi‑title cartridge concept.”

Midway Arcade Treasures 2

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Players can enjoy both single‑player and split‑screen multiplayer modes, with the Xbox version offering exclusive online score submission. While the Xbox version cannot be used on Xbox 360, the core gameplay remains consistent across all platforms.

✦ Best for retro arcade fans craving 20 classic titles and split-screen co-op

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“Large retro arcade compilation (20 titles) offering the same multi‑game experience on home consoles.”

Triple Action

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Triple Action bundles three distinct arcade experiences—Racing Cars, Battle Tanks, and Biplanes—into a single cartridge. Each mode pits two players against each other in fast‑paced, side‑by‑side competition for high scores and quick victories.

✦ Best for retro gamers craving split-screen arcade multiplayer

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“Three classic arcade challenges in one cartridge, sharing the core purpose of a game collection.”

Cheetahmen II

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Cheetahmen II is an unreleased Action 52 sequel that surfaced in 1996 on reused cartridges, making it one of the rarest NES titles.

✦ Best for retro nes collectors hunting ultra‑rare physical cartridges

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“Shares the same infamous NES cartridge and includes the original Cheetahmen, making it a direct cross‑shop for collectors.”

Konami Collector's Series: Arcade Advanced

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Konami Collector's Series: Arcade Advanced brings together six iconic arcade titles—Frogger, Time Pilot, Yie Ar Kung-Fu, Gyruss, Scramble, and Rush‑N Attack—into a single, easy‑to‑play package.

✦ Best for retro arcade fans who want authentic pc classics

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