If you were among the many who cherished the Toy Story franchise during its formative years from 1995 to 2002, chances are you spent countless hours immersed in its captivating games. For those nostalgic gamers, there’s exciting news on the horizon. Retro gaming aficionados at Digital Eclipse are preparing to unveil a remastered collection of classic Toy Story games this October, designed for both consoles and PC.
Exciting Remaster Announcement
On June 2, a collaborative announcement from Disney, Atari, and Digital Eclipse introduced Toy Story: Retro Roundup. This impressive compilation features a total of 11 games—nine from the Toy Story series and two from A Bug’s Life—spanning a variety of platforms, including PlayStation, SNES, and Game Boy. The newly released trailer for Retro Roundup also teases Toy Story 3: Complete Edition, a remaster of the beloved Xbox 360 title.
Game Lineup
For those eager to know which titles will be included, here’s the complete list:
- Toy Story (1995, Sega Genesis, SNES, Game Boy)
- Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue! (1999, PlayStation)
- Toy Story 2 (1999, Game Boy Color)
- Buzz Lightyear of Star Command (2000, PlayStation 1, Game Boy Color)
- Toy Story Racer (2001, PlayStation 1, Game Boy Color)
- A Bug’s Life (1998, PlayStation 1, Game Boy Color)
Enhanced Features and Behind-the-Scenes Content
Digital Eclipse, known for their exceptional work on the retro Tetris collection and the acclaimed Atari 50 retrospective, promises a host of quality-of-life enhancements for this collection. Gamers can look forward to improved rendering, the ability to rewind gameplay, and the option to activate cheats. Additionally, Toy Story: Retro Roundup will feature exclusive interviews with the developers behind these nostalgic titles, along with a wealth of behind-the-scenes content, including concept art and design documents.
New Adventures Await
For fans who fondly remember the hours spent playing Toy Story 2 on the PlayStation or racing toys on the Game Boy, this collection is poised to be a delightful treasure trove. Moreover, Toy Story 3: Complete Edition brings an updated experience to the table, incorporating everything from the original release—such as co-op gameplay and a sandbox creative mode—while introducing new cosmetic options and the ability to play as Zurg in Toy Box Mode. Enhanced visuals in 4K at 60FPS on supported platforms further elevate this beloved title.
Release Details
Mark your calendars for October 15, when both Toy Story: Retro Roundup and Toy Story 3: Complete Edition will be available on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Switch, Switch 2, and PC. A bundle containing both titles will retail for on most platforms, while the physical version for Switch 2 is priced at . Interestingly, there appears to be no physical release planned for Xbox.
