Get ready to throw on your pink hair and leap back into action, because Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return is officially getting a physical release for the Nintendo Switch courtesy of Limited Run Games! For fans who’ve been waiting to add this cult-classic sequel to their shelves, the wait is almost over.

Pre-orders for all editions kick off on October 2, 2025. This is an open pre-order for a limited time, so you have until Sunday, November 16, 2025, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time to secure your copy.

A Whopping Three Editions to Choose From

Limited Run is pulling out all the stops with three different physical editions. Here’s a breakdown to help you decide which one is for you.

Edition	Price	Included Items
Standard Edition	$34.99	Game, booklet (exclusive to console versions)
Classic Edition	$69.99	Game, retro box, steelbook, soundtrack CD, double-sided poster
Whoopee Edition	$149.99	All Classic Edition content, plus: deluxe hardcover art book & strategy guide, Charles figure, Tomba with Flying Squirrel Suit figure, art prints

What is Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return?

For the uninitiated, here’s a quick primer on this beloved sequel. First released in 1999, the game continues the adventures of the feral pink-haired boy Tomba. The story kicks off when evil pigs invade a nearby land and kidnap Tomba’s friend Tabby. Without a second thought, Tomba dives into the sea to rescue her and, of course, save the day.

This re-release isn’t just a simple port; it’s a Special Edition packed with modern quality-of-life features that make the game more accessible than ever:

• Save Anywhere! No more frantic searches for save points.
• Rewind! Botched a tricky jump? Just rewind and try again instantly.
• A Digital Museum filled with classic packaging, manuals, ads, merchandise photos, and previously unseen design documents.

A Beloved Sequel Returns

Among fans, Tomba! 2 has a dedicated following. While the original game is a legendary 2D platformer, many argue that the sequel refined the formula. On fan forums, players often praise Tomba! 2 for being “way better than the first one,” noting that it alleviated some of the backtracking and confusing elements of the original while expanding its world.

Mark Your Calendars!

This is fantastic news for collectors and fans of classic platformers. Be sure to visit the Limited Run Games website on October 2, 2025 to pre-order your preferred edition. Will you be going for the standard copy, the classic box, or the ultimate Whoopee Edition? Let us know in the comments on nineinchsandwich.com