Nearly a decade after its initial debut, Capcom is preparing to reintroduce a collection of cherished classic titles to modern Nintendo hardware.
Digital Eclipse’s celebrated 2017 compilation, The Disney Afternoon Collection, has been officially rated for Nintendo Switch and its anticipated successor, often referred to as Switch 2, according to a fresh listing on the ESRB website. The Disney Afternoon Collection originally brought together six beloved Capcom NES games, all based on iconic Disney Afternoon cartoons.
This bundle, when first launched in April 2017 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, quickly appealed to fans of 8-bit nostalgia, offering enhanced features such as rewind, save states, and unique gallery content.
The compilation includes: - DuckTales - DuckTales 2 - Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers - Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 - Darkwing Duck - TaleSpin The ESRB listing for the Nintendo Switch version marks a notable step for Nintendo fans.
Curiously, the collection has been assigned an “E for Everyone” rating for Switch, a downgrade from its previous “E10+” classification.
While such variations are generally due to updated review processes or clerical differences, the re-rating further hints that Capcom is intent on bringing these retro classics to current and future Nintendo platforms. For many devoted players, DuckTales remains a standout—a high watermark in licensed platformers for the NES era, acclaimed for its innovative pogo-jumping gameplay.
Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers, meanwhile, introduced early cooperative adventure mechanics that have stood the test of time.
Darkwing Duck, often described as a kid-friendly take on the Mega Man formula, is another highlight of the collection.
Rounding out the pack are TaleSpin and sequels to both DuckTales and Chip ‘n Dale, stacked as a nostalgia-driven offering for fans who grew up with these original releases. Although some observers expected these titles to be added as part of Nintendo Switch Online’s retro library, complex licensing arrangements with the Walt Disney Company likely influenced Capcom’s decision to reissue them as a standalone product.
The collaboration between Capcom and Digital Eclipse ensures that the experience goes beyond basic emulation, with refinements and extras that make The Disney Afternoon Collection the definitive way to revisit these classics. At the time of reporting, no official release date or full feature list has been provided for the Switch or Switch 2 editions.
Nevertheless, this ESRB rating is a strong indicator that a formal announcement—potentially during an upcoming Nintendo Direct—is on the horizon.
As Capcom continues to celebrate its legacy with digital re-releases, The Disney Afternoon Collection arriving on modern Nintendo consoles marks another milestone for both nostalgic gamers and preservation of video game history.
Digital Eclipse’s celebrated 2017 compilation, The Disney Afternoon Collection, has been officially rated for Nintendo Switch and its anticipated successor, often referred to as Switch 2, according to a fresh listing on the ESRB website. The Disney Afternoon Collection originally brought together six beloved Capcom NES games, all based on iconic Disney Afternoon cartoons.
This bundle, when first launched in April 2017 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, quickly appealed to fans of 8-bit nostalgia, offering enhanced features such as rewind, save states, and unique gallery content.
The compilation includes: - DuckTales - DuckTales 2 - Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers - Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 - Darkwing Duck - TaleSpin The ESRB listing for the Nintendo Switch version marks a notable step for Nintendo fans.
Curiously, the collection has been assigned an “E for Everyone” rating for Switch, a downgrade from its previous “E10+” classification.
While such variations are generally due to updated review processes or clerical differences, the re-rating further hints that Capcom is intent on bringing these retro classics to current and future Nintendo platforms. For many devoted players, DuckTales remains a standout—a high watermark in licensed platformers for the NES era, acclaimed for its innovative pogo-jumping gameplay.
Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers, meanwhile, introduced early cooperative adventure mechanics that have stood the test of time.
Darkwing Duck, often described as a kid-friendly take on the Mega Man formula, is another highlight of the collection.
Rounding out the pack are TaleSpin and sequels to both DuckTales and Chip ‘n Dale, stacked as a nostalgia-driven offering for fans who grew up with these original releases. Although some observers expected these titles to be added as part of Nintendo Switch Online’s retro library, complex licensing arrangements with the Walt Disney Company likely influenced Capcom’s decision to reissue them as a standalone product.
The collaboration between Capcom and Digital Eclipse ensures that the experience goes beyond basic emulation, with refinements and extras that make The Disney Afternoon Collection the definitive way to revisit these classics. At the time of reporting, no official release date or full feature list has been provided for the Switch or Switch 2 editions.
Nevertheless, this ESRB rating is a strong indicator that a formal announcement—potentially during an upcoming Nintendo Direct—is on the horizon.
As Capcom continues to celebrate its legacy with digital re-releases, The Disney Afternoon Collection arriving on modern Nintendo consoles marks another milestone for both nostalgic gamers and preservation of video game history.
