The Disney Afternoon Collection Finally Comes to Switch: Full Game Data on Cartridge and New SNES Games

For nearly a decade, a conspicuous gap existed in the libraries of Nintendo Switch owners who grew up with a controller in hand and The Disney Afternoon on TV. While the beloved Disney Afternoon Collection compiled six classic Capcom-developed NES titles for other platforms in 2017, it never made the jump to Nintendo’s hybrid console. That long-standing omission has finally been rectified. Digital Eclipse and Atari have officially announced the collection’s arrival on Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. This definitive edition arrives with major new content and a physical media feature that stands in direct contrast to modern industry trends: a confirmed plan for the Switch 2 cartridge to contain the complete game data, requiring no mandatory downloads.

A Complete Collection Arrives: Announcement and New Additions

The official announcement confirms what many retro gaming enthusiasts had hoped for. Digital Eclipse, the studio renowned for its Gold Master Series of archival-quality re-releases, is bringing its enhanced curation to Nintendo’s ecosystem in partnership with Atari.

The most significant upgrade is the addition of two previously unreleased Super Nintendo titles: Goof Troop (1993) and Bonkers (1994). These two games are exclusive to the Switch and Switch 2 versions, transforming the compilation from a solid retro package into the most complete anthology of Capcom’s 16-bit Disney era. The expanded lineup now features eight games, offering a perfect blend of 8-bit and 16-bit classics:

• Goof Troop (SNES)
• Bonkers (SNES)
• DuckTales (NES)
• DuckTales 2 (NES)
• Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers (NES)
• Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 (NES)
• TaleSpin (NES)
• Darkwing Duck (NES)

This inclusion of the SNES games finally unites Capcom’s seminal Disney work in one accessible location, a move that has been met with overwhelming positive sentiment from the community.

The Physical Edition: A Collector's Dream with No Downloads Needed

In an era where "physical" often means a disc or cartridge acting merely as a license key, the approach to this collection’s physical release is notably consumer-friendly. A full retail edition is confirmed for both the current Switch and the Switch 2.

The headline feature for collectors is the confirmation that the Switch 2 cartridge will contain the full game data. This means owners can play the entire collection—all eight games and bonus features—directly from the cartridge without being forced to connect to the internet for a day-one patch or additional download. This practice, once standard, has become increasingly rare, making its planned implementation here a significant point of value and preservation.

The physical package is further sweetened with tangible bonuses that lean into nostalgia. It will include two sticker sheets, eight retro-style milk caps (POGs), and three collectible cards, making it a premium product aimed squarely at fans who value a complete, shelf-worthy experience.

Release Details, Pricing, and Enhanced Features

The digital edition of The Disney Afternoon Collection is set for release on February 26, 2026, across Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Physical editions are available for pre-order and will ship shortly after this digital launch date.

Pricing appears to be highly accessible. A Japanese eShop listing indicated a price of approximately 2,300 yen, which translates to roughly $14 USD or £11 GBP. A 10% pre-order discount was also noted. This positions the collection as a considerable value proposition, offering eight enhanced classic games, a suite of bonus features, and—for physical buyers—tangible collectibles, at a price point often associated with a single modern indie title.

Beyond the core games, Digital Eclipse is packing in the suite of modern amenities that have become its signature. Players will have access to the complete soundtracks, an extensive behind-the-scenes gallery full of development artifacts, and quality-of-life features like rewind functionality. For those seeking a challenge, dedicated Time Attack and Boss Rush modes are also included, adding substantial replayability to these timeless platformers and action-adventure titles.

Why This Release Matters: Filling a Gap and Setting a Standard

This release successfully addresses two major points for the gaming community. First, it finally closes the loop on a nine-year-old omission. The original 2017 collection’s absence on Switch was a persistent curiosity, given the Nintendo-centric history of the included games. This belated port not only corrects that but does so by delivering the most feature-complete version possible.

Second, and perhaps more importantly for the industry’s future, it makes a clear statement about physical media integrity. By confirming the Switch 2 cartridge will hold all the data, Digital Eclipse and Atari are championing a practice that respects preservation, ownership, and the collector’s market. As the industry prepares for the next hardware cycle, this release sets a positive benchmark, demonstrating that a consumer-friendly "full data on cartridge" model is both feasible and deeply valued by the core audience.

The journey of The Disney Afternoon Collection to Nintendo consoles is now complete, and it has arrived not as a mere port, but as a definitive edition. By adding exclusive SNES titles, packing a physical release with desirable collectibles, and—most crucially—committing to a self-contained Switch 2 cartridge, this release transcends nostalgia. It modernizes a classic compilation with respect for both its legacy and the expectations of today’s players, challenging the industry to follow its lead on preservation and consumer value.

Tags: Disney Afternoon Collection, Nintendo Switch 2, Retro Gaming, Digital Eclipse, Physical Edition