Publisher Taito has released a new set of screenshots for Arkanoid DS, the classic brick-smashin' send-up of the classic arcade title.

Arkanoid DS features classic gameplay expanded with three game modes, two or four person multiplayer, and unlockable levels and backgrounds. Unfortunately, Taito previously confirmed to Shacknews that the Arkanoid paddle—a classic-style dial controller which fits into the system's GBA slot—will not be arriving in North America. Read more »

Taito announced today that two revivals of classic arcade games, Space Invaders Extreme (NDS, PSP) and Arkanoid DS, will be released at North America retailers on June 17.

Celebrating the 30th anniversary of Space Invaders, Space Invaders Extreme reimagines the classic game in a faster, more intense fashion, blending classic shooter gameplay with weapon upgrades, enemy variant types, boss battles and other twists. The game also includes online multiplayer and leaderboards. Read more »