Fresh Offering from Plex: Atari Retro Arcade Subscription Appears Impressive
Plex, the popular media streaming service, has announced the launch of a new subscription tier called Plex Arcade. This new service focuses on retro arcade games, offering a fresh and exciting addition to the platform.
Setting up Plex Arcade and creating a new games library is a straightforward process. After a free seven-day trial, Plex Arcade costs $3 per month for existing Plex Pass subscribers and $5 per month for non-subscribers.
To use Plex Arcade, you'll need to link your Plex account with your Parsec account. Parsec accounts are free, and the service is known for its low-latency streaming technology, which Plex Arcade also utilizes to offer fully playable game libraries within its service.
Plex Arcade is compatible with a variety of platforms, including Android (mobile and TV), iOS, tvOS, Chrome, and can be controlled with compatible Bluetooth or USB game controllers, such as Sony DualShock 4 or Xbox One controllers. For Chrome-based gaming, a keyboard can also be used.
The library for Plex Arcade includes a selection of Atari classics like Asteroids, Centipede, Missile Command, and more. Plex has partnered with RomM, a platform using EmulatorJS and RetroArch cores, to provide these retro arcade games accessible through a browser. RomM manages ROMs, scrapes metadata, and supports many classic systems for Plex retro gaming.
In addition, Plex Arcade supports users adding their own games to the library. This means you can expand your gaming collection with your favourite retro titles.
Plex Arcade is similar to services like Amazon Luna and Google Stadia but is exclusive to retro arcade games. The expansion potential of Plex Arcade depends on its subscriber base.
Plex collaborated with Parsec, another streaming company known for cloud gaming, to build the Plex Arcade library. This partnership aims to deliver a seamless gaming experience for Plex users.
If you're only interested in the free trial, remember to cancel before the trial period ends to avoid being charged. Plex announced the launch of Plex Arcade, stating that they have been looking for new ways to entertain and distract during the last year.
With the introduction of Plex Arcade, Plex continues to innovate and provide a diverse range of entertainment options for its users. Whether you're a fan of retro gaming or looking to explore new ways to enjoy classic games, Plex Arcade is worth checking out.
