by Evelyn Jan 24,2025
Hello gaming enthusiasts, and welcome to the SwitchArcade Round-Up for August 29th, 2024! Today's roundup features a substantial lineup of new game releases, forming the core of this Thursday's update. We'll also explore a noteworthy selection of new sales. Let's dive into the games!
The Famicom Detective Club franchise returns after a long hiatus with a new installment. This latest case stays true to the original games' style, both in its strengths and weaknesses. A fresh mystery unfolds, presented similarly to the recent Switch remakes. Can you crack the latest serial murder case? My review is coming soon.
Mikhail's comprehensive review provides a detailed look at Gundam Breaker 4's gameplay and Switch performance. In short, you build and battle Gunpla. While the Switch port understandably lags behind other versions in performance, it's perfectly playable. Read Mikhail's insightful review for a complete analysis.
Tengo Project continues its successful streak of remakes/reimaginings. Following the well-received Wild Guns Reloaded, The Ninja Saviors, and Pocky & Rocky Reshrined, they now tackle an 8-bit classic. Expect a more significant departure from the source material compared to their previous titles. This action-platformer with a retro feel is worth a look. My review will be published early next week.
A Valfaris sequel, but with a twist. This is a 2.5D side-scrolling shooter, a departure from the original game's style. While the genre change might surprise some, it offers a fun experience. My review is forthcoming.
I'll admit, I'm not entirely sure what this game entails. The food imagery is certainly appealing. Is it about taking pictures, uncovering secrets, or something else entirely? Mikhail might be the best person to investigate further.
For monster truck enthusiasts, Monster Jam Showdown offers local and online multiplayer, various game modes, and a generally mixed reception on other platforms. If you're a fan of the genre, this might be worth considering.
This appears to be a remake of the original WitchSpring, a mobile title often compared to the Atelier series. At this price point, it's a significant investment. However, it does boast the best presentation in the series so far.
An underwater exploration game with a fantastical horror theme. You investigate the disappearance of your crew in a dangerous, interconnected underwater world. Combat is involved. Well-received on other platforms, it's likely to appeal to fans of exploratory action games.
A farming and action game where a vegan vampire son rebels against his neck-biting father. While I'm personally a bit fatigued by this genre, it might appeal to those seeking a different farming experience.
A marble roller game with 70 stages and 80 marbles to collect, featuring secret collectibles and challenges. If you enjoy this type of fast-paced gameplay, this title delivers.
A firefighting game aimed at a younger audience with a less realistic style. It includes 20 missions and features typical firefighting elements.
A grotesque action game featuring a hoverboarding cat. While the core gameplay is reportedly decent, the Switch version suffers from technical issues affecting the overall experience.
A 1985 Konami vertical shooter featuring a transforming robot protagonist. A charming, retro-style shooter for fans of the genre.
An early example of a video game expansion pack, featuring new areas to explore and the debut of legendary composer Yuzo Koshiro.
A blend of horror, survival, and roguelite elements, best experienced with online multiplayer (up to 10 players).
A clever puzzle game where you, a sentient tin can, must deal with worms. 100 hand-crafted puzzles offer a fresh and engaging experience.
Two NES-style microgames featuring ninja-themed challenges. Local multiplayer or CPU competition is available.
A surprisingly fun puzzle game with two modes: falling blocks and wood block placement. The goal is to create rows or columns where dice faces add up to multiples of ten.
(North American eShop, US Prices)
The 30th anniversary of The King of Fighters is celebrated with a sale on the entire Arcade Archives series. Many Pixel Game Maker Series titles are also at their lowest prices yet. Check out the full list below for other noteworthy deals.
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Sales Ending Tomorrow, August 30th
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That concludes today's roundup. We'll return tomorrow with more new releases, sales, and news. Thank you for reading!
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