Evercade’s cartridge library is packed with beloved classics, but some of the most interesting releases shine a light on arcade games that many players have simply never had the chance to try. Piko Interactive Arcade 1 is a perfect example â nine arcade titles, many of them genuine rarities, all on one cartridge.
Here’s everything that’s on it.
The Games on Piko Interactive Arcade 1
Piko Interactive Arcade 1 is cartridge 10 in the Evercade Arcade Collection and includes nine games:
Burglar X â A side-scrolling action game where you play as a thief navigating traps and hazards. Quirky premise, solid arcade gameplay.
Diver Boy â An underwater arcade platformer with a charming retro aesthetic. Not one you’ll find on many other platforms.
Dragon Master â A fantasy-themed arcade brawler. If you like old-school beat-em-up action, this one’s worth your time.
Fancy World: Earth of Crisis â A colourful arcade platformer that brings some real personality to the lineup. One of the more visually distinctive titles on the cart.
The Legend of Silkroad â An action arcade game drawing on Eastern themes and mythology. A genuinely obscure title that Piko has done well to preserve.
Magic Purple â A shoot-em-up with a magical twist. Fast, fun, and the kind of game that rewards repeat plays.
Master’s Fury â A fighting game in the classic arcade mould. Straightforward controls, satisfying combat.
Steel Force â A top-down shooter bringing the classic overhead shmup experience. Great for fans of the genre.
Ultimate Tennis â Exactly what it sounds like â arcade tennis done right. A solid sports title rounding out a varied lineup.
Why Piko Interactive’s Preservation Work Matters
Piko Interactive has built a reputation for rescuing games that would otherwise be lost to time. Many of the titles on this cartridge were regional arcade releases that never made it to home consoles â meaning if you didn’t play them in an actual arcade back in the day, you almost certainly never played them at all.
That’s what makes Evercade such a good home for Piko’s library. Rather than hunting down ageing arcade hardware or relying on incomplete emulation archives, you get these games in a clean, physical format that’s easy to pick up and play.
It’s genuine preservation â not just nostalgia for its own sake.
If this cart’s caught your interest, Piko’s other Evercade releases are worth a look too â the recently-returned Piko Interactive Collection 1, plus Collection 3 and Collection 4.
Which Evercade Should You Play It On?
Piko Interactive Arcade 1 works across the Evercade lineup. If you want something portable, the Super Pocket is a compact and affordable option. For a bigger screen handheld experience, the EXP-R features a 4.3-inch IPS display and TATE mode â handy for vertical arcade games. And if you prefer playing on your TV, the VS-R lets you enjoy the full arcade experience on the big screen, with support for up to four players. Or for the full arcade cabinet feel, the Alpha bartop cabinet is arguably the most fitting home for a cart this arcade-focused.
Not sure which hardware suits you best? Check out our Evercade hardware comparison to find the right fit.
Want to dig deeper into the full Evercade cartridge library? Head over to our Carts & Manuals page for the complete collection â or if you’re looking for recommendations, our Best Arcade Cartridges guide is a great place to start.