Oh man, so here’s the thing: Limited Run Games is dropping this Gex Trilogy and, honestly, it’s a throwback that I didn’t even know I missed. Three different packages for the Switch? Yep, that’s happening. So let’s try to unpack this chaotic nostalgia trip together.
First off, we get all three of those wild Gex games smushed into one. We’re talking the OG 2D Gex and then, of course, those two 3D follow-ups: Gex: Enter the Gecko and Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko. They’ve tossed in a couple of modern tweaks too. You know, like you can rewind and save whenever you fancy. Why didn’t we have this in the ’90s? I mean, I was always losing progress back then. Typical.
And they’re giving widescreen support for the sequels. Imagine, more Gex in all directions. Plus, the controls are all spruced up with that smooth 360-degree thing. Not gonna lie, it feels like they’re trying to give that gecko a comeback tour. Maybe it was time, or maybe I’m just nostalgic — or both.
Now onto the editions. These have quirky names, it’s almost like a fashion lineup or something:
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Standard Edition: This is your basic deal. Cartridge, box, a few extras. Sounds straightforward on paper (or, well, screen).
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Classic Edition: Throw in a steelbook, a poster (double-sided, because why not?), a soundtrack, and a retro box. For the slightly more committed Gex enthusiast, I suppose.
- Tail Time Edition: Here’s where things get real — you’ve got this inflatable Gex, a statue (because everyone needs a gecko statue, right?), trading cards, a pin, the whole soundtrack, and a fancy collector’s box with art by Yoshitaka Amano. Whoa, talk about going all in.
Honestly, that inflatable Gex is a wildcard. Feels like something you’d find at a yard sale years later, but with stories attached.
Okay, so when can you snag this? Digital hits on June 16, 2025. Physical copies are apparently taking a leisurely journey because they’re expected later that year. Pre-orders are already happening and wrap up by July 6, 2025. It’s like they’re making sure you have plenty of time to get hyped — or maybe make you spend your cash early. Marketing, right?
Oh, and there’s a trailer somewhere, but me and tech — we don’t always get along. Finding a video isn’t my forte, but you do you!
And that’s that. Gex is back. Who would’ve thunk it?
