The only thing these retro re-releases usually lack are the boxes and instruction manuals vintage-gamers cherish. They are essentially the same outside of the variation in box type and feature all of the enhancements found in the standard version of the bundle. There are two options: the SEGA Genesis-style Aladdin and The Lion King Retro Clamshell Edition and the the SNES-style Retro Box Edition. While the standard versions were already available, Disney and publisher Nighthawk Entertainment are also offering up special boxed copies of the Nintendo Switch version of the remake as well. That includes 1080p visuals, the ability to skip past the difficult parts (“ I just can’t wait to be king,” we are looking at you), a rewind mode and even rare demos of both titles.

While infamously difficult in spots, they are widely considered to be among the best platformers from the era and have both received a modern overhaul as part of the re-release. SNES Lion King and Aladdin Editions for Switchįor those unfamiliar, the SNES Lion King and Aladdin games originally released back in the early to mid 90’s. However, a pair of special edition releases with classic SNES and SEGA Genesis-style boxes are also now available for collectors.

The infamously difficult platformers have garnered a cult following among vintage gaming enthusiasts over the years and are now available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and PlayStation 4 for $30. The iconic SNES Aladdin and Lion King games were re-released in a special bundle package this past summer.

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