Switch 2 Editions announced

Retailer listings confirm that Croc: Legend of the Gobbos and Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos will be released as Nintendo Switch 2 editions. These versions will be available both digitally and in physical form, with PM Studios handling distribution in stores. While the games are designed for the newer console, they will also work on the original Switch. Pre-orders for the physical copies are already open, though no release date has been set, with boxes expected to arrive in 2027.

Croc’s return and his mission

Croc: Legend of the Gobbos follows a small, charming crocodile who uses his signature backpack and agile movements to rescue his adopted family of Gobbos from the evil Baron Dante and his army of Dantinis. The game features running, jumping, climbing, swimming, and tail-twirling through various worlds. It blends platforming with exploration and adventure, maintaining the original charm while adding modern gameplay elements.

Remastered with modern upgrades

The original Croc became a classic platformer, selling millions of copies due to its creativity and gameplay. The remaster brings back the nostalgic feel of the 1990s with retro video modes, while also enhancing visuals with HD graphics and updated controls. Players will navigate 45 levels across five distinct worlds, including volcanoes, glaciers, and underwater caves, filled with enemies, bosses, and challenges.

A personal quest in the sequel

Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos begins with the Gobbo inventor discovering Baron Dante has been resurrected by the Dantinis and imprisoned for knowing too much. Croc finds a mysterious message on a beach, revealing his biological parents are searching for him. His journey turns into a personal vendetta as Baron Dante seeks revenge for his earlier defeat. The game expands on the original with new story elements and character motivations.

Exploration and new challenges

Players explore a continent with four distinct villages, each representing a different Gobbo culture: a coastal Seafarers’ village, a cold Cossacks’ village, a Prehistoric Cavern Men’s village, and an Inca village atop a mountain. Missions include rescuing Gobbos and collecting crystals to trade with Swap Meet Pete, a cat who sells gadgets and offers teleportation. New antagonists like Soveena the Octopus and Flavio the Thermal Fish add variety to the gameplay.

Enhanced gameplay and visuals

The remaster features updated environments with vibrant colors and engaging puzzles suitable for all ages. It retains the core platforming action of the original while introducing modern mechanics such as a triple jump, car and speedboat races, mine cart descents, paragliding, and airplane piloting. The game offers over 40 levels of 3D open platform exploration, blending nostalgia with fresh, interactive elements.