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Yooka-Replaylee trailer

Going along with the release of Yooka-Replaylee, we have a new launch trailer. This marks the return of the 3D platformer, which has been redesigned with modern upgrades, tighter controls, expanded worlds, and new content.

Additional information can be found in the following overview:

Yooka-Replaylee review

System: Switch 2
Release date: October 9, 2025
Developer: Playtonic Games
Publisher: Playtonic Games

The original Yooka-Laylee released eight years ago during a period of time when collectathon 3D platformers were few and far between. It was developed and released by Playtonic, an indie development team compromised of exciting new game creators and also veterans that were at Rare during their period of dominance in the N64 era. Harkening most closely to Rareware classics like Banjo-Kazooie and Conker’s Bad Fur Day, Yooka-Laylee was a breath of fresh air into a dormant subgenre in gaming that was much beloved and sorely missed. Having been one of the key games in revitalizing 3D platformers that still holds up quite well, it surprised me a bit that the decision was made to remake the title entirely. I had so many questions going into Yooka-Replaylee because it wasn’t something I expected to see. How does the game change things up?

August 29: Playtonic has just come through with a release date for Yooka-Replaylee, their new Nintendo Switch 2 game. Fans can pick it up on October 9, 2025.

Yooka-Replaylee is a remake of the original Yooka-Laylee, which previously came to Nintendo Switch. 

If you need a refresher on the upcoming title, read the following overview:

Yooka-Replaylee gameplay

Yooka-Replaylee is quickly coming up on its launch, and now we have a proper look at the Nintendo Switch 2 version with direct-feed gameplay.

One thing to mention right out of the gate is that Yooka-Replaylee will run at 30 frames per second on the system. This applies to both docked and handheld modes. Playtonic indicated that it’s had limited time with Nintendo Switch 2 dev kits, but is “investigating the possibility of implementing a performance mode to follow some time post launch.”

Yooka-Replaylee Switch 2

Original: It’s now been made official that Yooka-Replaylee is coming to Nintendo Switch 2.

Previously, when discussing the game, Playtonic simply said it was planned for Nintendo platforms. Nintendo Switch 2 seemed like a surefire bet at the time, but now we know that it’s happening.

Yooka-Replaylee Rextro Bytes Back

Playtonic shared the latest update on Yooka-Replaylee today, revealing that the remake will feature a re-worked arcade.

As part of this, you’ll be able to play as Rextro and take on new platforming puzzles across eight upgraded arcade machines. The arcade involves taking on the Megabyte enemies as well as collecting medals and exchanging them for Pagies. 

Yooka-Replaylee Shovel Knight

Playtonic just announced that Shovel Knight will be making a return in Yooka-Replaylee, its updated version of the 3D platformer.

Today’s news was shared in celebration of Playtonic’s tenth anniversary. Shovel Knight himself will have “a shiny coat of paint”, and players can expect a new and improved quest for players to undertake.

Yooka-Replaylee

Playtonic has just announced that it’s bringing Yooka-Replaylee to “Nintendo”, which one would have to think is Switch’s successor.

The game was first announced earlier in the year. It’s a remaster / remake of Yooka-Laylee, the debut project from Playtonic. The title features improved graphics, more dynamic worlds, new and improved challenges, new collectibles, new characters, quality of life improvements, and more.


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