Upcoming Release of Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection
The highly anticipated game, Bubsy in: Fractured Furry Tales, is set to be featured in the forthcoming Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection. This compilation, which is scheduled for release in 2025, will be available on all major gaming platforms and will showcase eight titles from the Bubsy franchise. To ensure a seamless transition to modern systems, the compilation will leverage Limited Run Games’ innovative Carbon Engine.
Atari’s Exciting Announcement
On May 6, Atari, in collaboration with Limited Run Games, revealed that the nostalgic Atari Jaguar title, Bubsy in: Fractured Furry Tales, will be included in the Purrfect Collection. While a specific release date for this compilation remains undisclosed, it has been confirmed that the Carbon Engine will be employed to enhance the gaming experience across contemporary platforms.
Historical Context of the Atari Jaguar
Originally launched in November 1993, the Atari Jaguar was the company’s last console before it transitioned to a third-party developer. Marketed as the first 64-bit console, the Jaguar was actually limited by its 32-bit processors, which were unable to support 64-bit instructions. Despite some success with games like Tempest 2000 and NBA Jam: Tournament Edition, the Jaguar ultimately sold fewer than 150,000 units, leading to its discontinuation in 1996. Nevertheless, the console still enjoys a following among enthusiasts.
Collector’s Edition Pricing Surprises Fans
In related news, the announcement of a collector’s edition for Sega Atlus’ Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army has elicited surprise among fans due to its steep price. Although the Atari Jaguar has long been out of the limelight, its legacy will be revived with the inclusion of Fractured Furry Tales in the upcoming game compilation.
Details on The Purrfect Collection
The Atari Jaguar classic, Bubsy in: Fractured Furry Tales, is officially part of The Purrfect Collection, which is set to launch in 2025 across all major platforms. This compilation will also feature notable titles such as Bubsy 2 and Bubsy 3D. Furthermore, it will showcase various versions, including those for the SNES, Genesis, and Super Famicom, along with ports for Game Boy and the infamous Bubsy 3D for PlayStation. While Bubsy 3D received negative reviews for its graphics and gameplay, earlier installments in the series were generally well-received.
Future Prospects for the Bubsy Franchise
The Purrfect Collection is being produced by Audi Sorlie of Digital Foundry, who has previously created a documentary that explores the Bubsy franchise’s history. Each title in the compilation will benefit from Limited Run’s Carbon Engine, which allows classic games to be emulated on modern consoles. As of now, a definitive release date for Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection has not yet been established, but the eight-game compilation is expected to launch sometime in 2025. In the meantime, fans can look forward to the upcoming Gex Trilogy, set for release this summer, which will include Gex, Gex: Enter the Gecko, and Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko. With Limited Run’s focus on reviving beloved 90s titles, Bubsy’s return signals a continuation of this nostalgic trend. As The Purrfect Collection brings attention back to Bubsy, the future of this iconic character remains to be seen.
Limited Run Games Overview
Founded on October 1, 2015, Limited Run Games is headquartered in Apex, North Carolina, and operates as a subsidiary of Embracer Group.
