Hello fellow gamers, and welcome to the SwitchArcade Round-Up for August 29th, 2024! Today's update features a substantial lineup of new releases, forming the core of this Thursday's column. We'll also explore a noteworthy selection of new sales. Let's dive into the games!
Featured New Releases
Emio – The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club ($49.99)
The Famicom Detective Club returns after a long hiatus! This latest installment stays true to the originals, both in its strengths and weaknesses. A brand-new mystery awaits, presented in a style reminiscent of the recent Switch remakes. Can you crack the case? My review is coming soon.
Gundam Breaker 4 ($59.99)
Mikhail's in-depth review provides a comprehensive look at Gundam Breaker 4's gameplay and Switch performance. In short: build and battle Gunplas! While the Switch version naturally lags behind other platforms in performance, it's still a satisfying experience. Check out Mikhail's excellent review for the full scoop.
Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn ($19.99)
Tengo Project continues its impressive streak of remakes. Following successful revivals of 16-bit classics, they now tackle an 8-bit title. Expect a more significant departure from the original than their previous efforts. Fans of classic-style action-platformers should find plenty to enjoy. My review drops early next week.
Valfaris: Mecha Therion ($19.99)
A Valfaris sequel, but with a twist! This is a 2.5D side-scrolling shooter, a departure from its predecessor's gameplay. While the genre shift may surprise some, it offers a fun and engaging experience. My review is on its way!
Nour: Play With Your Food ($9.99)
I'll admit, I'm a bit puzzled by this one. Stunning visuals of food are certainly present, but the gameplay remains a mystery. Photography? Secret-finding? Perhaps Mikhail will shed some light on it.
Monster Jam Showdown ($49.99)
For monster truck enthusiasts, Monster Jam Showdown offers local and online multiplayer, along with numerous game modes. Reception on other platforms has been mixed, but it might be a welcome addition for fans of the genre.
WitchSpring R ($39.99)
A possible remake of the original WitchSpring, this installment boasts the series' best visuals yet. The price point, however, is closer to a full-fledged Atelier game, which might give some pause.
Depths of Sanity ($19.99)
An underwater exploration game with a fantastical horror twist. Investigate your missing crew's fate in a vast, interconnected underwater world. Combat is involved. Well-received on other platforms, it's likely to appeal to fans of exploratory action games.
Voltaire: The Vegan Vampire ($19.99)
A vegan vampire rebels against his bloodthirsty father! This farming simulator with action elements might appeal to those seeking a unique twist on the genre.
Marble Abduction! Patti Hattu ($11.79)
A classic marble roller game with 70 stages and 80 marbles to collect. Features secret collectibles and special challenges.
Leo: The Firefighter Cat ($24.99)
A kid-friendly firefighting game with 20 missions. A more lighthearted take on the firefighting genre.
Gori: Cuddly Carnage ($21.99)
A hoverboarding cat slices and dices enemies. While the core gameplay is reportedly solid, the Switch version suffers from technical issues.
Arcade Archives Finalizer Super Transformation ($7.99)
A 1985 Konami vertical shooter featuring a transforming robot hero. A charming, retro shooter experience.
EGGCONSOLE Xanadu Scenario II PC-8801mkIISR ($6.49)
An early expansion pack featuring the debut work of legendary composer Yuzo Koshiro.
The Backrooms: Survival ($10.99)
A horror-survival-roguelite hybrid with online multiplayer for up to ten players.
Can of Wormholes ($19.99)
A clever puzzle game starring a sentient tin can battling worms. Features 100 hand-crafted puzzles.
Ninja I & II ($9.99)
A pair of NES-style microgames with a ninja twist and local multiplayer.
Dice Make 10! ($3.99)
A surprisingly fun dice-based puzzle game with two modes of play.
Sales
(North American eShop, US Prices)
The King of Fighters 30th anniversary sale features every Arcade Archives title in the series at a discount. Many Pixel Game Maker Series games are also at their lowest prices yet. Check out the full list for more deals!
Select New Sales: (Images below show a selection of sales; the full list is too extensive to include here)
That’s all for today! Join us tomorrow for more new releases, sales, and news. See you then!
