Limited Run Games Announces Tomba 2 Revival and Bubsy In: The Purrfect Collection for Nintendo Switch and Modern Platforms

Limited Run Games, the publisher renowned for reviving beloved classics, held its highly anticipated LRG3 2024 Showcase on June 20th, 2024.

Fans of retro gaming were treated to an exciting lineup of upcoming releases that will see several legendary titles make their way to modern platforms such as the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and beyond.

A headline announcement from the event was the unveiling of Bubsy In: The Purrfect Collection.

Scheduled for a digital and physical release in 2025, this collection compiles the notorious platforming adventures of Bubsy, running on Limited Run’s proprietary Carbon Engine.

This initiative introduces the whimsical mascot to a new generation of players.

Atari, the current rights holder of the Bubsy franchise, had previously indicated its intention to bring back the character, and this collection marks a significant step towards reinvigorating the series for modern audiences.

The showcase continued with the announcement of Fear Effect, the PlayStation classic first released in 2000.

Known for its stylish visuals and mature narrative themes, Fear Effect became a cult favorite for its cinematic action and bold storytelling.

The remastered version will arrive on both digital storefronts and as a physical edition in 2025, continuing Limited Run Games’ commitment to preserving video game history. Retro brawler enthusiasts can also look forward to the Fighting Force Collection.

Developed by Core Design, the original Fighting Force is fondly remembered as an iconic 3D beat ‘em up and has the interesting historical note of nearly being a Streets of Rage title.

The new collection brings the series to contemporary hardware, ensuring accessibility for a broader audience and archival longevity for the genre. In a celebrated moment for fans, Limited Run Games confirmed that Tomba 2—the cult-favorite sequel to the original Tomba!—will also receive a resurrection.

This announcement follows the previously reported plans for a reissue of the first Tomba! game, broadening the franchise’s availability on the Nintendo Switch and other modern platforms.

Limited Run’s efforts highlight the ongoing demand for remastered classics and the company’s expanding influence in video game preservation. All of the projects announced will be released as both digital downloads and collectible physical editions, giving players the flexibility to choose their preferred format.

Alongside their work with original developers and companies such as Atari and Core Design, Limited Run Games continues to use its Carbon Engine to ensure authentic and high-quality ports. For more information and the complete list of upcoming releases, visit the official Limited Run Games website or the dedicated announcements hub.

As classic games find a renewed audience through these ventures, fans across generations can look forward to reliving or discovering timeless experiences on their platform of choice, including the Nintendo Switch eShop.

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