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If there's one thing that can be said about gamers, it's that they love nostalgia. The industry is well and truly in the midst of a remaster and remake era, from the likes of GOTY nominee Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth, to beloved platformer classics like Crash Bandicoot and Spyro the Dragon.

In 2025, we were treated to yet another beloved platformer getting a face lift, with Yooka-Replaylee getting rebuilt and refreshed for a release on PC and consoles, including the new Nintendo Switch 2. While the title made its digital release on October 9, collectors will be delighted with what is in store for the game's upcoming physical release.

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Yooka & Laylee Return For A Modern, Expanded Platforming Experience

Yooka-Replaylee is a reimagining of the beloved 2017 platformer by Playtonic, Yooka-Laylee, where you played as the lovable buddy duo of Yooka, a chameleon, and Laylee, a bat. The game was developed by genre veterans, including some key talent that brought to life the likes of Banjo Kazooie and the Donkey Kong Country series, so it was always destined to be a great time.

In the enhanced version of the highly-regarded platformer and collectathon, players can experience an expanded map, new currency, more customization, and even a new character, Mark! If you've not had a chance to experience the game before, a demo is available to try before you buy, with your progress carrying over into the full game!

Yooka Replaylee Retail Edition Launches Is Available Now

The retail edition of Yooka Replaylee

Just in time for the festive season, Yooka-Replaylee is bringing Christmas early with a retail edition of the game, which is primed to be a holiday keepsake for platformer fans. The physical edition is due a week before festivities are in full force, on December 18, 2025.

And it's not just a copy of the beloved platformer that you'll get to sink your teeth into, in all of its remastered and refurbished glory, but also a number of keepsakes for the merchandise lovers among us. In addition to the game, you'll be the proud owner of a collectible map poster and a character sticker pack for players. With the physical edition, you can gift an unforgettable platforming adventure this holiday season, to yourself or your fellow gamers!

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3D Platformer
Adventure
Action
Open-World
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Top Critic Avg: 78 /100 Critics Rec: 75%
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Released
October 9, 2025
ESRB
Everyone 10+ / Fantasy Violence
Developer(s)
Playtonic Games
Publisher(s)
Playtonic Friends
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Platformer, 3D Platformer, Adventure, Action, Open-World