Retro gaming fans are in for a nostalgia hit as Limited Run Games has officially launched the Earnest Evans Collection, now available digitally on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and Steam. Alongside the digital release, the premium physical games publisher has also announced standard and collector’s physical editions, available to pre-order from 23 January to 22 February 2026.
Originally released 35 years ago, Earnest Evans first debuted on the Sega Mega-CD in Japan and the Sega Genesis in North America, earning cult status for its ambitious animation and cinematic presentation. Now, the series returns for modern audiences with quality-of-life upgrades, bonus content, and a long-awaited feature that fans have been requesting for decades.
A First-Ever English Dub and Modern Enhancements
For the first time in the franchise’s history, the Earnest Evans Collection includes a full English voice dub for both Earnest Evans and its sequel, Annet Returns. The collection modernises the original 2D side-scrolling adventure while preserving its distinctive 90s charm.
Players once again step into the role of the whip-wielding adventurer Earnest Evans as he travels the globe in search of the legendary Necronomicon, racing to stop Al Capone’s supernatural ambitions. To make the experience more accessible, the collection introduces rewind functionality and save-anywhere options, removing much of the frustration associated with the original releases.
Museum Features and Classic Soundtracks
Long-time fans will appreciate the inclusion of the original Mega-CD animated cutscenes, now viewable through an in-game museum mode. The collection also celebrates its era-defining audio, allowing players to listen to the iconic 1990s Mixed Mode CD soundtrack via an integrated music player.
The full digital package includes three classic titles:
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Earnest Evans
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Annet Returns
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El Viento
Physical Editions Available to Pre-Order
In addition to the digital launch, Limited Run Games is offering two physical editions for PlayStation and Nintendo Switch, available exclusively via the Limited Run Games website.
Standard Edition (PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch) includes:
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Earnest Evans
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Annet Returns
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El Viento
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Printed booklet
Collector’s Edition (PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch) includes:
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All Standard Edition contents
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Commemorative coin
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CD soundtrack
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Softcover artbook
Pre-orders for both editions open 23 January 2026 and close 22 February 2026, with quantities limited.
About Limited Run Games
Founded in 2015, Limited Run Games has become the industry leader in premium physical video game releases. The publisher has produced over 1,000 physical games and soundtracks, earning multiple awards for its bespoke collector’s editions. Known for preserving digital-only titles in physical form, Limited Run Games continues to be a go-to name for collectors and retro enthusiasts alike.
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