CRT Games has announced that Tumblepop: Memories, a re-imagining of 1991 arcade platformer Tumblepop, will release for Nintendo Switch in 2026. CRT Games are developing the game with Daewon Media Games Lab publishing, while Playasia will distribute it in Europe and North America.
Developer DataEast and publisher Namco released the original Tumblepop in arcades in 1991 and on GameBoy in 1992. The upcoming Tumblepop: Memories will update the graphics and controls, while keeping the core of the game intact. Pre-orders will be available from Playasia. There will be both a physical edition available as well as a limited edition with a host of goodies, including a pre-order exclusive key ring.
The game will come with a host of ways to play, which, according to Playasia, are as follows:
Features:
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- Arcade Remake – The main game mode, offering a modern reinterpretation of the original with support for up to 2-player co-op.
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- Arcade Ver (1991) – The original stage-clear arcade experience from 1991, supporting up to 2-player cooperative play.
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- GAME BOY Ver (1992) – The 1992 handheld version optimized for single-player stage-clear action.
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- Survival – A high-stakes survival mode with only one life—one single mistake leads to Game Over.
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- Boss Rush – A challenge mode where you face a continuous stream of powerful bosses.
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- Tum Tum– A classic arcade-style action mode where you absorb and shoot enemies to collect coins in auto-scrolling stages.
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- Hi-Scoreboard – Compete with players worldwide in real-time, with your best records registered on the global online ranking board.
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- Gallery – Browse through various historical materials, including arcade flyers, concept art, and the soundtrack.
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- Option – Customize your gameplay environment by adjusting language, graphics, sound, controls, and vibration settings.
