Publisher Daewon Media Game Lab and developer CRT Games have announced (2) Tumblepop: Memories, a reimagining of the 1991-released Data East platform arcade game Tumblepop. It will launch in 2026. Playasia will publish the game in North America and Europe, as well as distribute physical standard and limited editions.
The limited edition will include a copy of the game, the original soundtrack CD, an A5-size mini art book, A4-size arcade flyer, the game manual, and a B5-size art card, all housed in a limited edition box. Pre-orders include a Tumblepop: Memories key ring. Pre-orders will open soon via Play-Asia. (You can also save five percent with our multi-use “GEMATSU2025” coupon code.)
Here is an overview of the game, via CRT Games:
About
Developed by CRT Games and published by Daewon Media Game Lab, Tumblepop: Memories reimagines the iconic arcade experience with updated visuals and modernized controls while preserving the fun and charm of the original release. The game will support up to two-player cooperative play and will feature both the original 1991 Arcade version and the 1992 Game Boy version for fans looking to relive the nostalgia.
In addition to the classic experience, players can also look forward to brand-new stages and modes, including Survival Mode, Boss Rush, Tum Tum mode, online Hi-Scoreboard, Gallery content, and more.
Key Features
- Arcade Remake – The main game mode, offering a modern reinterpretation of the original with support for up to two-player cooperative play.
- Arcade Ver. (1991) – The original stage-clear arcade experience from 1991, supporting up to two-player cooperative play.
- Game Boy Ver. (1992) – The 1992 handheld version optimized for single-player stage-clear action.
- Survival – A high-stakes survival mode with only one life—one single mistake leads to Game Over.
- Boss Rush – A challenge mode where you face a continuous stream of powerful bosses.
- Tum-Tum – A classic arcade-style action mode where you absorb and shoot enemies to collect coins in auto-scrolling stages.
- Hi-Scoreboard – Compete with players worldwide in real-time, with your best scores registered on the global online ranking board.
- Gallery – Browse through various historical materials, including arcade flyers, concept art, and the soundtrack.
- Options – Customize your gameplay environment by adjusting language, graphics, sound, controls, and vibration settings.
View the first screenshots at the gallery.
