Red Art Games to Release Joe & Mac Retro Collection
The retro compilation arrives on October 29, 2026, featuring three classic titles for modern platforms.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Gaming
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Publisher Red Art Games is set to launch the Joe & Mac Retro Collection on October 29, 2026. This compilation brings three classic Super Nintendo titles to modern hardware with added quality-of-life features.
Why it matters
The collection serves to preserve the gaming legacy of developer Data East. By offering both original Western versions and uncensored Japanese releases, it provides a comprehensive look at these historical titles for new and returning players.
The digital edition of the collection is priced at $19.99, while the Deluxe Edition is strictly limited to 500 copies per platform. PC users require a minimum of 4 GB of RAM and 400 MB of storage space to play.
The players
Red Art Games
This French publisher specializes in bringing various indie and retro video games to physical and digital storefronts.
Data East
A former Japanese video game developer and publisher that was responsible for creating the original titles featured in this collection.
The details
The collection includes Joe & Mac: Caveman Ninja, Congo's Caper, and Joe & Mac 2: Lost in the Tropics. Players can utilize modern enhancements such as rewind functionality, save states, CRT filters, and a dedicated Boss Rush mode.
Timeline
Original games were developed by Data East between 1991 and 1995.
The Joe & Mac Retro Collection will be released on October 29, 2026.
Culture Shift
This release aligns with the broader digital preservation trend for 16-bit era software by bundling classic titles for modern platforms. It reflects a growing industry focus on maintaining the accessibility of legacy games through modern emulation features.
Players can access the collection via digital storefronts on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Those seeking physical copies are limited to versions specifically produced for the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
The takeaway
Collectors should note the limited run of 500 copies for the Deluxe Edition if they prefer physical media. Most players can look forward to the $19.99 digital release as a convenient way to experience these 16-bit titles with modern quality-of-life tools.
What happens next
The Joe & Mac Retro Collection is scheduled for release on October 29, 2026.
Further reading
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