What Could Possibly Go Wrong With The Bubsy Purrfect Collection

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Earlier this year, when a new collection reprinting the existing Bubsy games was announced for modern consoles, we warned you it could happen. And indeed it did: Limited Run picked up the physical rights and planned out one of their elaborate Extra Super Collectors Edition releases. If you think their shrine to Gex was over the top, you haven’t seen anything yet. The standard release of the Bubsy Purrfect Collection, seen above, is for people who just want their Bubsy served plain. This time, LRG wanted to make sure the game was absolutely unavoidable and covered every system in existence, so they produced a physical PC version. Don’t have a CD drive in your current PC? Figure it out; Bubsy’s counting on you. The physical has six games, including the one that was exclusive to the Atari Jaguar: Bubsy in: Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind (Super & Mega versions) Bubsy II (Super, Mega and Portable version) Bubsy in: Fractured Furry Tales Bubsy is 3D in “The Furbitten Planet” Yamaneko Bubsy no Daibouken Bubsy 3D ReFurBished You might be saying, though, “That’s not enough! It’s not enough Bubsy!” Then the Deluxe Edition is for you…it’s got the games plus a […]
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What Could Possibly Go Wrong With The Bubsy Purrfect Collection

Earlier this year, when a new collection reprinting the existing Bubsy games was announced for modern consoles, we warned you it could happen. And indeed

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[Victor]

isnt this character public domain now?

 

[Teenage Mutant Ninja Frog]

I think Limited Run went too far with the extra editions. A deluxe set with a poster and soundtrack makes sense. But adding so many small items like a yarn ball keychain and an award pin feels like they are trying to inflate the price without adding real value. I understand that they want to make it a big event, but I do not think Bubsy has the same popularity as Mario or Sonic. Some people will buy this just for nostalgia, and that is fine. Personally, I would have been happy with a digital version and maybe a cheaper physical copy. Collectors might still enjoy the larger sets, but I do not see them becoming mainstream items.

 

[FalconPunch77]

As someone who grew up with the first Bubsy game, I admit I have some nostalgia. The jokes and style were silly, but it was colorful and fun for me as a child. I never played the later games, and I have heard they got worse over time. That makes me wonder who this collection is really for. Hardcore Bubsy fans are rare, but collectors of old platform games might still appreciate it. I am also interested in the Japanese Bubsy title, because I never even knew it existed. Having it all in one place is interesting for game history. Still, I think most people will buy it for the novelty, not for the gameplay itself.

 

[Dean]

This is actually a good move for game preservation. Whether people like Bubsy or not, these games are part of gaming history, and old titles can easily be lost over time. Having them in a new collection means they will be easier to access in the future. I like that they even included the Japanese game and the Jaguar title. The physical extras are not for me, but I understand why some fans would want them. My main hope is that the updated Bubsy 3D is actually smooth and comfortable to play, because the original was frustrating.

 

[2cyn]

I feel this is another case of Limited Run knowing its audience very well. They know there are people who will buy anything that comes with numbered certificates and small collectible items. This is not about whether Bubsy is a great game. It is about making a product that looks good in a collection. I do not blame them for doing it. It is business. If people want to spend on it, why not? But I do not think many will buy it to actually play the games for long. Most will just put it on a shelf and show it to friends.

 

[sonicthehedghog]

I think this is both funny and kind of smart. Bubsy is not a series with a perfect record, but it is still remembered. Limited Run is using that memory to sell something that is half nostalgia and half parody. I like the idea of adding an improved version of Bubsy 3D, because it gives people a reason to actually try it again. The rest of the set feels over the top, but I can see why collectors enjoy having rare, strange items. I will not buy it, but I do not mind that it exists.

 

[VINCE'S CHOICE]

For me, the most interesting part is the art and design book. I have no big love for the games, but I like learning about how characters and levels are created. Bubsy’s designs are very much a product of the 90s, and I think that makes them worth studying. Even if the games are not very good, the process behind them can still inspire artists and developers today. The improved Bubsy 3D also makes this package a bit more useful for people who want to actually play it without frustration. I still think the price for the bigger editions will be too high for most people.

 

[Taller]

I would only get the basic edition. I do not need keychains, pins, or figurines to enjoy a game. I am glad they fixed Bubsy 3D, but I am not spending extra money on items I will just put in a drawer. I also think Bubsy’s reputation will stop many people from buying this. Still, for those who grew up with it and want every game in one package, it makes sense. I just hope they priced the standard edition fairly so people can try it without spending too much.