Disney Classic Games Collection

An amazingly nostalgic compilation of 16-bit classics, the Disney Classic Games Collection is back and better than ever. Featuring three of the most influential Disney platformers of all time, this is a collection that can’t be missing from any animation fan’s library.

Surprisingly, this collection of licensed games from the 90s sets a new gold standard when it comes to retro video game conservation. Including a myriad of versions of each game, as well as some nifty extra features, this is a game collection that’s so much more than the sum of its parts.

Relive the Nostalgia

Gamers who grew up during the golden era of 16-bit platformers will surely remember how influential licensed titles could be – and even more so when such titles were made by Disney.

Even though the company released some dubious games at the time, like the deeply flawed Toy Story tie-in one, there’s no denying that some of those titles became some of the most iconic video games of the era.

The Disney Classic Games Collection takes the same basics that the company released a few years back and adds even more content to an already impressive repertoire. This time, the Jungle Book game joins the collection along with Aladdin and The Lion King.

Of course, growing up in the 90s also meant that players had to choose between the Sega Genesis and the Super Nintendo – but not anymore. The Disney Classic Games Collection includes all versions of the games, including Genesis, Super Nintendo, and even handheld versions of each title.

The inclusion of every single port of each game makes this the ultimate collection for retro collectors. It’s also great to see that the emulation of each title has improved dramatically since the last time, making the games feel just like they did in their original hardware.

Tons of Goodies

It just wouldn’t be a proper retro games collection without a healthy selection of additional features, and that’s an area where this classic collection doesn’t disappoint.

Along with including every version of the games under the sun, the collection comes jam-packed with featurettes and behind-the-scenes content made specifically for die-hard Disney fans.

Other than offering a great selection of soundtrack samples, the collection also has a variety of tools designed to make the games more accessible for modern audiences. Not only are players allowed to rewind time every time they make a mistake, but there’s also a feature that allows them to watch a full-length playthrough of each game.

While some of these additions might sound just a bit superfluous on paper, they all add up in the end to deliver one of the most complete retro gaming packs we’ve ever seen.

As we mentioned before, the emulation quality has been vastly improved in the Disney Classic Games Collection. Following the example set by games like the Mega Man Legacy Collection, this Disney collection offers some nice post-processing effects designed to make the games look a bit more like they did in the original hardware.

The new filters look great, even for purists. The way they emulate CRT monitors is amazingly well done and might offer players a chance to see the game in a way that more closely resembles their memories of the game.

Pros

• Excellent emulation
• A vast collection of additional content
• Multiple versions of each game

Cons

• Still missing some classic Disney games from the 16-bit era