Red Art Games bundles three classic arcade titles into a single digital release that arrives on October 29. This collection brings the Joe & Mac franchise to modern hardware, giving players on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC a convenient way to access these retro platformers. This collection consolidates three classic arcade titles into a single package, eliminating the need to acquire them individually. The bundle includes Joe & Mac Caveman Ninja, Congo's Caper, and Joe & Mac Lost in the Tropics. Players can jump straight into the action without waiting for physical stock.
Red Art Games bundles three arcade titles with quality-of-life upgrades
The digital launch covers a wide range of current and recent gaming systems. You can buy the collection on Steam for PC, as well as on the PlayStation Store and Xbox Marketplace. Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 are also on the supported list. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC, allowing players across multiple systems to access the same titles. The release date is fixed for October 29 across all these digital storefronts. Pricing information for the digital release has not been disclosed at this time.
- Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, PC (Steam)
- Release Date: October 29
- Included Games: Joe & Mac Caveman Ninja, Congo's Caper, Joe & Mac Lost in the Tropics
- New Features: Rewind, Savestates, CRT Filter, Custom Frames, Boss Rush Mode, Local 2-Player Co-op
- Physical Release: Standard, Deluxe, and Rock editions for PlayStation 5 and Switch in early 2027
Red Art Games adds several quality-of-life features to these older games. Players can use Rewind to undo mistakes and Savestates to save progress at any point. The collection includes a CRT Filter to mimic the look of old televisions. You can also apply Custom Frames to change the visual style of the game. A new Boss Rush Mode lets you fight enemies in a specific order. Local two-player cooperative play is supported on the same screen. New additions such as Rewind, Savestates, and a CRT Filter aim to enhance the experience for contemporary players.
Physical copies will arrive later for those who prefer tangible media. Standard, Deluxe, and Rock editions will launch for PlayStation 5 and Switch in early 2027. The digital version is the only option for now. We looked at Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Collection Announced earlier while tracking Red art games launches. The digital release is scheduled for October 29, with physical editions for PlayStation 5 and Switch planned for early 2027. Physical buyers will need to wait until next year to get their hands on the box. The digital release is the immediate way to play.
The Joe & Mac Retro Collection launches digitally on October 29 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC. The bundle includes Joe & Mac Caveman Ninja, Congo's Caper, and Joe & Mac Lost in the Tropics. New features include Rewind, Savestates, CRT Filter, Custom Frames, and Boss Rush Mode. Physical editions for PS5 and Switch are scheduled for early 2027.
Source: Gematsu
