The Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) has published a rating for The Disney Afternoon Collection on both the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, highlighting a likely impending release for Capcom’s beloved compilation on Nintendo's current and forthcoming hardware.
This move follows the collection’s successful debut in 2017 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, where it brought together six iconic NES titles based on popular Disney animated series. The Disney Afternoon Collection features a lineup of classic action platformers, including DuckTales, Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers, TaleSpin, Darkwing Duck, DuckTales 2, and Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers 2.
Each of these games, originally developed and published by Capcom for the Nintendo Entertainment System, are celebrated for their challenging gameplay, inventive level design, and nostalgic ties to Disney’s late-80s and early-90s television block, The Disney Afternoon. The newly rated Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions have received an “E” rating for “Mild Fantasy Violence and Use of Tobacco.” This assessment aligns closely with the E10+ rating issued for previous releases on other platforms.
According to the ESRB’s description, players will encounter various depictions of mild, fantastical violence, such as stunning or shooting enemies, and throwing objects like boxes or rocks.
A number of stages feature boss encounters—including large foes and boss rush sequences—with one boss character visibly holding a cigar, accounting for the tobacco use citation. Capcom has a rich legacy of bringing Disney’s animated properties to the interactive entertainment market, cementing its reputation with these NES classics.
The collection has gained a dedicated fanbase not only for preserving these retro titles with modern enhancements and museum features, but also for introducing a new generation of players to Disney’s gaming history on contemporary hardware.
If officially confirmed, the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions would mark the compilation’s debut on a Nintendo console, a fitting home given the games’ original roots. At present, neither Capcom nor Nintendo have made a formal announcement regarding The Disney Afternoon Collection’s release on Nintendo Switch or Switch 2.
The appearance of the ESRB rating, however, is often a strong indicator that an official announcement may follow soon—possibly aligning with an upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation or eShop showcase. As of June 2024, The Disney Afternoon Collection remains a standout celebration of Capcom’s classic Disney collaborations.
Fans of both Disney and classic platformers will want to stay tuned for further updates on the arrival of this nostalgic collection to Nintendo’s consoles.
This move follows the collection’s successful debut in 2017 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, where it brought together six iconic NES titles based on popular Disney animated series. The Disney Afternoon Collection features a lineup of classic action platformers, including DuckTales, Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers, TaleSpin, Darkwing Duck, DuckTales 2, and Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers 2.
Each of these games, originally developed and published by Capcom for the Nintendo Entertainment System, are celebrated for their challenging gameplay, inventive level design, and nostalgic ties to Disney’s late-80s and early-90s television block, The Disney Afternoon. The newly rated Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions have received an “E” rating for “Mild Fantasy Violence and Use of Tobacco.” This assessment aligns closely with the E10+ rating issued for previous releases on other platforms.
According to the ESRB’s description, players will encounter various depictions of mild, fantastical violence, such as stunning or shooting enemies, and throwing objects like boxes or rocks.
A number of stages feature boss encounters—including large foes and boss rush sequences—with one boss character visibly holding a cigar, accounting for the tobacco use citation. Capcom has a rich legacy of bringing Disney’s animated properties to the interactive entertainment market, cementing its reputation with these NES classics.
The collection has gained a dedicated fanbase not only for preserving these retro titles with modern enhancements and museum features, but also for introducing a new generation of players to Disney’s gaming history on contemporary hardware.
If officially confirmed, the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions would mark the compilation’s debut on a Nintendo console, a fitting home given the games’ original roots. At present, neither Capcom nor Nintendo have made a formal announcement regarding The Disney Afternoon Collection’s release on Nintendo Switch or Switch 2.
The appearance of the ESRB rating, however, is often a strong indicator that an official announcement may follow soon—possibly aligning with an upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation or eShop showcase. As of June 2024, The Disney Afternoon Collection remains a standout celebration of Capcom’s classic Disney collaborations.
Fans of both Disney and classic platformers will want to stay tuned for further updates on the arrival of this nostalgic collection to Nintendo’s consoles.
