Retro arcade classic Toki heading to Switch with Retrollector edition

That weird ball spitting monkey returns! Toki makes great return with a remake featuring all-new graphics, re-orchestrated music and tons of ball-spitting action.

Initially released in 1989 for those things called arcade machines, this cult 2D action/platform game introduced a generation of players to its simian main character and a level of difficulty typical of games at the time. Also, lots of jokes about monkey balls.


Those with fond memories of the golden age of arcade games (raises hand), and the famous ‘insert coin’ message, will be delighted to discover the Retrollector edition. This edition will also be available on November 22nd and will include:

  • The box version of the Toki game
  • An exclusive 16-page Toki comic, with an original story illustrated by Philippe Dessoly
  • Prints
  • Sticker sheets
  • A mini arcade machine with the game’s colors to house the Nintendo Switch screen

Philippe Dessoly, artist for the original version of Toki on the Amiga, and well-known for his official drawings of UFO Robot and Captain Harlock, is the Artistic Director for this remake.

Pierre Adane has been entrusted with game development, while the music will be written by Raphael Gesqua, an experienced video game music composer. All three have already worked together on the game Mr. Nutz.

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For those new to this strange game, Toki is a warrior who lived peacefully in the jungle with his sweetheart Miho. Appearing out of nowhere, the terrifying voodoo sorcerer Vookimedlo and heinous demon Bashtar kidnap Miho and turn the poor Toki into a chimpanzee. Unfortunately for his sweetheart, he has become a hairy, lethargic ape…

The former warrior must get used to his new form and, deprived of his traditional weapons, use his powerful jaw to spit strange projectiles at his enemies. During his adventure, Toki will find objects that will help him complete his quest, from a football helmet to a pair of flippers and snorkel.

Toki will be available on November 22nd, 2018.

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