Hello fellow gamers, and welcome to the SwitchArcade Round-Up for August 28th, 2024! Yesterday's showcase was packed with exciting announcements, including several surprise releases. This typically quiet Wednesday is anything but, and that's great news for us! We'll cover the latest news, review today's eShop additions, and as always, highlight new and expiring sales. Let's dive in!
News
Partner/Indie World Showcase Delivers a Bounty of Games
Nintendo's decision to combine two smaller showcases proved effective, resulting in a flurry of announcements. While a complete rundown is impossible here, highlights include several surprise releases (detailed below), Capcom Fighting Collection 2, the Suikoden I & II remasters, Yakuza Kiwami, Tetris Forever, MySims, Worms Armageddon: Anniversary Edition, new Atelier and Rune Factory titles, and much more. We highly recommend watching the full video for a comprehensive overview. Plenty of titles to satisfy diverse gaming preferences!
Spotlight on New Releases
Castlevania Dominus Collection ($24.99)
A third Castlevania collection joins the fray, thanks to a surprise release. This installment features the three Nintendo DS titles: Dawn of Sorrow, Portrait of Ruin, and Order of Ecclesia. It also includes the infamous arcade game, Haunted Castle, alongside a superior M2 remake. This collection offers exceptional emulation and a wealth of features, making it an incredible value.
Pizza Tower ($19.99)
This Wario Land-inspired platformer is another surprise release. Conquer five massive floors of the Pizza Tower to save your restaurant. Fans of Wario's handheld adventures will find this a must-have, but even those without a strong Wario connection should consider this fast-paced platformer. A review is planned.
Goat Simulator 3 ($29.99)
The surprise releases continue! Goat Simulator 3 delivers the chaotic fun you've come to expect. While performance on the Switch remains to be seen (given challenges on more powerful systems), its inherent absurdity might even enhance the experience. It's a silly open-world goat simulator—your mileage may vary.
Peglin ($19.99)
While it's tempting to speculate on missed opportunities, Peglin scratches that Peggle itch perfectly. This mobile hit now graces the Switch, blending Peggle mechanics with turn-based RPG roguelite elements. A review is forthcoming.
Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story ($20.00)
Kairosoft adds a beloved license to its shop sim formula. Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story features characters from the popular Doraemon series, and even includes cameos from the manga artist's other works. A charming addition to the genre.
Pico Park 2 ($8.99)
More Pico Park for existing fans. Up to eight players can enjoy local or online multiplayer puzzle-solving fun. While not drastically different from the first game, it offers more of the same cooperative gameplay.
Kamitsubaki City Ensemble ($3.99)
An affordable rhythm game featuring Kamitsubaki Studio's music. Simple, enjoyable, and budget-friendly.
SokoPenguin ($4.99)
A classic Sokoban-style puzzle game with a penguin twist. One hundred levels await.
Q2 Humanity ($6.80)
Over three hundred quirky physics-based puzzles. Utilize your character's abilities and drawing mechanics to solve problems, either solo or with up to four players locally or online.
Sales
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This week's sales feature many NIS America titles, along with deals on Balatro, Frogun, and The King of Fighters XIII Global Match. Check the full lists below for expiring sales.
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That's all for today! Thursday promises another exciting day of new releases, including the new Famicom Detective Club. We'll be back tomorrow with more coverage. Have a great Wednesday!
