Karnov is a 1987 action side-scroller where players advance through levels while dispatching enemies. Originally released across multiple platforms including NES and Commodore systems, the arcade game puts combat and level progression at its core.
The title has recently surfaced as part of Nintendo's Arcade Archives series, arriving on both Switch and Switch 2. The re-release brings the classic action-platformer to modern Nintendo hardware, making it accessible to players who may have missed the original arcade cabinet release.
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The latest entry in the Arcade Archives collection is the title Karnov. The game is set to release for both Nintendo Switch 2, and Switch tomorrow September 10, 2026. Karnov is a 1987 action side-scroller in which you progress through levels while defeating enemies. The main weap…