Man, where do I start with this? Ah, yes, Gex Trilogy is making a comeback. Anyway—no, wait, let me get this right. Limited Run Games just dropped the bombshell: Gex is getting a release date for the Switch, and we’re talking not one, not two, but three physical editions. I mean, that’s something, right?
So, here’s the deal with this collection. You get Gex, the OG 2D platformer, and the two legendary 3D sequels: Gex: Enter the Gecko and Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko. And guess what—they threw in some upgrades like this nifty Rewind feature and you-can-save-anywhere magic. I kid you not. Like, who hasn’t wished for a rewind button in life every now and then?
Speaking of upgrades, the sequels now offer widescreen support and this smooth-as-butter 360-degree analogue control. How did I even play games without that back in the day? It’s a mystery.
Now, about those editions they’re hyping. Three options, apparently. First up, there’s the Standard Edition, which is your basic disc/cartridge with a case and some sort of booklet. That’s the $39.99 deal, the “keep it simple” plan if you will.
But wait—Classic Edition! This one’s like, “Hey, I’m cooler than standard, check me out.” You get all the standard stuff plus a Steelbook, a double-sided poster to tape on your wall (I assume), and a retro box that just screams nostalgia. Also, there’s a CD with some tunes from the game. All that for $74.99.
Okay, then it gets wild. Enter: Tail Time Edition. For $199.99, you’re practically going back to the ’90s in style. This edition includes—I’m not joking—a 36-inch inflatable Gex. I know, right? Plus, a 7-inch Gex statue, trading cards, and a full-blown soundtrack CD. Oh, and the box art is by Yoshitaka Amano, because why not go all out?
Mark your calendar or set a phone reminder or whatever. June 16, 2025, is when you can grab it digitally on Nintendo eShop… but if you’re all about those physical editions, they’re shipping “later in 2025.” Whatever that means. Oh, and you can pre-order now. Tick-tock! July 6, 2025, is the cut-off, so don’t miss out unless you enjoy kicking yourself later.
And—wait, there was something about a trailer? The nostalgia bomb keeps ticking.
