Gex Trilogy Finally Adds Long-Awaited Feature for European Fans
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– The Gex Trilogy, a bundle of three 90s platformer games, has been successful upon launch, prompting Limited Run Games to add a previously missing audio feature for European fans.
– The trilogy includes the original 2D Gex (1995) and its two 3D sequels, Gex: Enter the Gecko (1998) and Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko (1999), with modern enhancements like widescreen support and save states.
– Initially, the trilogy only featured the US voice actor (Dana Gould), but an update now includes the PAL versions’ voices (Leslie Philips and Danny John-Jules) for Gex 2 and Gex 3.
– Steam users can access the PAL voices immediately via an update, though save data isn’t transferable between versions, and keyboard controls have been remapped based on feedback.
– The PAL voice update will come to PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch versions once the patch completes certification, while other issues like audio problems and lack of upscaling remain unaddressed.
The Gex Trilogy has delivered exciting news for European fans, adding a highly requested feature that completes this nostalgic gaming package. Limited Run Games recently confirmed the inclusion of PAL-region voiceovers, finally giving longtime supporters the authentic experience they’ve been waiting for.
This collection brings together all three classic platformers starring the wisecracking gecko: the original 2D adventure from 1995, along with its 3D successors, Gex: Enter the Gecko and Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko. While not a full remaster, the trilogy in,troduces modern enhancements like widescreen support, save states, and rewind functionality. Packed with bonus artwork and archival content, it’s the most comprehensive release yet, though initially missing one key element for European players.
At launch, only the North American voice acting by Dana Gould was available, leaving fans of the PAL versions disappointed. Those editions featured distinct performances by British actors Leslie Philips (Gex 2) and Danny John-Jules (Gex 3), whose deliveries became iconic for many players. Limited Run has now rectified this oversight, announcing a free update that restores these beloved voice tracks.
Steam users can already access the PAL versions by selecting the regional flag in the game’s menu. However, these are separate builds, meaning progress won’t carry over between versions. The update also addresses early complaints by remapping default keyboard controls. While audio glitches and the lack of visual upscaling remain unresolved, this addition marks a significant step forward.
Console players on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch won’t miss out either, Limited Run confirmed the PAL voices will arrive once the patch clears platform certification. For fans who grew up with these performances, the wait is nearly over, allowing them to relive Gex’s adventures exactly as they remember.
(Source: EUROGAMER)
