# Retro Platform Fighting Games TMNT: The Cowabunga Collection Includes 13 Retro Arcade Titles By Colin Smith | Published 2022-07-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cowabunga-collection References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-cowabunga-collection-release-date-140016805.html?src=rss) & [store.steampowered](https://store.steampowered.com/agecheck/app/1659600/)  Digital Eclipse, [Nickelodeon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-x-tmnt-products), and Konami recently announced 'TMNT: The Cowabunga Collection,' a compilation of retro game titles that have been optimized for modern devices. The collection includes 13 different Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) games from arcade cabinets and 1980s-era home consoles, all available on August 30th, 2022, with high-definition resolutions and improved visuals. The new game collection also adds a number of much-needed features to the series, such as online multiplayer play, save files, and collection galleries. The galleries allow players to unlock concept art and other exclusive content as they play the game, offering insight into the development of these retro titles from nearly 40 years ago. The trio of companies that hold the TMNT license have confirmed that the title will be available on [Playstation 4/5](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-hunter-rise-1), [Xbox Series S/X](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tales-of-symphonia-remastered), Xbox One, and PC. Image Credit: Digital Eclipse, Nickelodeon, Konami ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro Game Collections:** Opportunity for game developers to create game collections that package retro titles with modern features. - **Optimized Classic Games:** Incorporate modern technologies to optimize classic games in terms of visuals and gameplay. - **Unlockable Content:** Incorporate collectible features to reward players and enhance their gaming experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming:** Gaming companies can leverage classic titles to offer unique gaming experiences to users. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can capitalize on nostalgia to drive engagement and enhance brand recognition. - **Technology:** Technology companies can develop tools and platforms to help game developers optimize and integrate classic game titles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Subscription-Based Mobile Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tmnt-shredders-revenge.md) - [Action Cartoon Game Crossovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-ops-6-tmnt.md) - [Remastered Third-Person Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duke-nukem-collection-2.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-the-gathering-x-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles.md) - [Re-Released Retro Action Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duke-nukem-collection.md) - [Retro 90s Arcade Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xmen-97-cabinet.md) - [Nostalgic Game Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riki-8bit-game-collection.md) - [Pizza-Themed Limited Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-game-controller.md) - [Remastered Video Game Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockstar-games.md)