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PM Studios to Publish Croc and Croc 2 Physical Editions in 2027
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PM Studios to Publish Croc and Croc 2 Physical Editions in 2027

Sarah ChenBy Sarah Chen·

PM Studios is set to handle the physical editions of Croc and Croc 2 for PS5 and Nintendo Switch in 2027, as reported by Time Extension. This announcement brings both platformer games back into focus, with PM Studios named as the physical publishing partner.

This news breathes new life into a franchise that’s been mostly missing from modern consoles. The original Croc: Legend of the Gobbos debuted in 1997, followed by Croc 2 in 1999. If all goes as planned, the 2027 release will come nearly 30 years after the first game.

The available information is limited, primarily consisting of headline-level details. The report doesn’t specify a release date, pricing, edition contents, or preorder information. We won’t speculate on those aspects.

Physical releases for classic and retro games are carving out a unique niche. Publishers like PM Studios are packaging these legacy titles for collectors on current consoles, with PS5 and Switch being the typical choices. This platform pairing also appears in other recent news, like mxdwn Games’ report on Arctic Eggs coming to PS5 and Switch.

Several important questions still need answers. The report doesn’t clarify whether the two games will be sold separately or as a bundle, nor does it indicate if these will be remasters or ports of the originals. There’s also no mention of whether digital versions will be available alongside the physical copies.

By The Numbers
Games covered2 (Croc, Croc 2)
Confirmed platformsPS5, Nintendo Switch
Physical publishing partnerPM Studios
Reported physical release window2027
Original release years1997 (Croc), 1999 (Croc 2)

Community Pulse

We don’t have any community sentiment data, like Steam reviews or forum discussions, to quote for this story. Reactions will likely focus on the pricing and whether the editions come with extras. Once preorders open, we’ll update this article with verified player feedback.

What To Watch

  • Pricing and edition details: Keep an eye out for standard versus collector’s pricing and whether the two games ship together or separately.
  • Exact release dates: “2027” is the only timeframe mentioned. A specific date or quarter would give insight into the production timeline.
  • Preorder timing: Physical runs for niche titles can sell out fast. The preorder window and any limitations on print runs will be crucial for collectors.
Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen is the Reviews and Guides Editor at Explosion.com. With a background in game design studies and 6 years of gaming journalism, Sarah brings technical insight to her reviews and creates comprehensive guides that help players get the most out of their games. She has reviewed over 200 titles across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms. Her current obsessions include FromSoftware titles and indie roguelikes.