Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos remaster announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Switch, and PC
Argonaut Games revives the 1999 PS1 hit Croc 2 with a multi‑platform remaster, sparking fresh buzz across the gaming press.
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The brief
The 1999 platformer Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos has been officially announced for a modern remaster that will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The new version promises enhanced visuals, new moves, and an all‑new triple jump, as detailed by gamesasylum.com and creativebloq.com. Multiple outlets are amplifying the announcement. OpenCritic frames the title as a long‑awaited revival of a classic PS1 adventure, while PlayStation LifeStyle emphasizes its status as a beloved 1999 PlayStation game.
The breadth of coverage—from specialized gaming sites to broader business publications—signals a coordinated promotional push across both console and PC audiences. The original Croc 2 debuted on the PlayStation in 1999 and built a reputation as an iconic 3D platformer, a reputation reinforced by its recent resurgence. The decision to span current‑generation consoles and PC reflects a strategy to capture both nostalgic players and new entrants, aligning with industry trends of revitalizing classic IPs for modern hardware. Looking ahead, the coverage indicates that the official trailer has already set expectations for visual upgrades, and further marketing material is likely to follow before the Q4 launch window.
Stakeholders should monitor announcements from Argonaut Games and the listed platforms for precise release dates, regional availability, and any additional gameplay features that may be disclosed. Subsequent reports from the same outlets will likely detail pricing, pre‑order options, and post‑launch support plans.
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Quick answers
Which platforms will receive the Croc 2 remaster?
The remaster is announced for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
When is the remaster expected to launch?
Coverage states the release is planned for the fourth quarter of 2026.
What new features are highlighted for the remaster?
Enhanced visuals, new moves, and an all‑new triple jump are cited as key additions.
Coverage (11)
- A 1999 PS1 Classic Is Finally Being Revived For Modern Consoles OpenCritic · 46d ago
- An iconic PS1 platformer is coming back with enhanced visuals and new moves creativebloq.com · 46d ago
- Argonaut’s next remaster is of Croc 2 – now with an all-new triple jump gamesasylum.com · 46d ago
- Beloved 1999 PlayStation Adventure Game Getting PS5 Remaster PlayStation LifeStyle · 46d ago
- Wahey! Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos Returns in a PS5, PS4 Remaster Later This Year Push Square · 47d ago
- Argonaut Games Release Official Trailer For Croc 2 Remake Retro Dodo · 47d ago
- Croc 2 Kingdom of the Gobbos revealed for Nintendo Switch, a remaster of the 3D platformer Nintendo Everything · 47d ago
- Argonaut’s Reptilian Revival Continues With ‘Croc 2: Kingdom Of The Gobbos’ Forbes · 47d ago
- Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos remaster announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Switch, and PC Gematsu · 47d ago
- Croc 2 getting the remaster treatment in Q4 2026 vooks.net · 47d ago
- After last year’s Croc: Legend of the Gobbos remaster, Croc 2 is now getting the same treatment Video Games Chronicle · 47d ago
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