Taito Type X4 Games Exclusive !exclusive! Jun 2026

The Gundam arcade scene is the Holy Grail of Japanese exclusives. For years, titles like Gundam Extreme Vs. were locked to PS3-based hardware (Namco System 357). When Gundam Squadframe arrived on the Taito Type X4, it marked a shift. It wasn't just a fighting game; it was a squad-based tactical shooter. The Type X4 allowed for complex AI routines and large map rendering that older hardware couldn't handle. While later ported or adapted, the arcade fidelity on the X4 cabinet—with its massive panoramic screen and enclosed pod—remained the definitive way to play.

: An innovative "psychic action" game that used motion sensors to track hand movements, allowing players to cast spells by making gestures. taito type x4 games exclusive

The Phantom Architecture: Inside the Taito Type X4 and the Twilight of Proprietary Hardware The Gundam arcade scene is the Holy Grail

a decommissioned Type X4 for home use or see a comparison with Type X3 exclusives Let's Run a Train...with Densha De Go!! 25 Aug 2025 — When Gundam Squadframe arrived on the Taito Type