28/05/2026
Australian Classic Console Championship game format reveal, Part 2! 🕹️
Game 1: WIPEOUT 2097 - The sequel to one of the PS1's original launch titles and it improved on the formula 1000%. A true 10/10 game on the system with a thumping licensed EDM sound track that’s the perfect accompaniment to the high-speed, futuristic, jet-craft combat racing.
The race is in Arcade Mode in Venom Class racing on Valparaiso Track. Minimum of 2 attempts allowed to get your fastest total race time.
Game 2: DIDDY KONG RACING N64 - A fan-favourite from the Nintendo 64 era, Diddy Kong Racing blends tight racing mechanics with colourful characters, memorable tracks, a banging soundtrack….and an elephant genie!?
This challenge takes place on Ancient Lake in a Time Trial format — no glitches allowed. It’s all about clean lines, perfect boosts, and mastering every corner to shave off those precious seconds!
Game 3: UNDER DEFEAT - This sleeper shmup flew under the radar for too long and now it’s time for it to shine. Under Defeat was a little known 2.5D shooter released in Japanese arcades in 2005 and amazingly it got a commercial Dreamcast release in 2006. The Dreamcast lived on long after it’s original 1999 release!
You have 5 minutes to get your highest score, or it’s the score showing if you lose all your choppers before the time is up
Game 4: GANGSTER TOWN - A hidden gem from the SEGA Master System library, light-gun shooter Gangster Town throws you into the shoes of a special agent taking on waves of mobsters in a gritty, action-packed light-gun shooter. With its fast-paced gameplay, it’s a true test of accuracy and reflexes.
For this event, contestants will play through to the end of Bonus Level 1, so stay sharp and rack up as many points as possible before the action cuts off!
Grab your tickets now 👉 bnepac.org