On Monday, publisher NEOWIZ announced that Unsouled will be coming to Steam PC, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox GamePass on 28 April. Developed by the one-man developer at Megusta Game, Unsouled is a 2D action RPG boasting a high level of challenge, fast-paced gameplay, and a stylish pixel art visual aesthetic. Here’s the official breakdown of Unsouled from NEOWIZ followed by
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On Thursday, publisher KEMCO released Legend of Ixtona for the Nintendo Switch via the Switch eShop. Originally released for mobile platforms, Legend of Ixtona is a turn-based strategy RPG presented with an isometric viewpoint. Here’s the official breakdown of Legend of Ixtona from KEMCO: Ixtona emerges from years of war thanks to the tireless efforts of its benevolent king. One
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“There ain’t no trees in Botswana. Nuh uh. I know. I am a Botswanian lumberjack, and I ain’t never had a job…” Publisher All in! Games recently announced that the multiplayer party game Lumberhill is currently scheduled to release for the Nintendo Switch on 15 April, 2022. Developed by 2BIGo (with support from ARP Games), Lumberhill is already available on
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“Yar! Grab that booty!” I hate pirate talk. Anyway… On Monday, publisher Eastasiasoft announced that Seven Pirates H is coming to the Nintendo Switch on 12 May. Developed by Compile Heart and Felistella and ported to the Switch by Idea Factory, Seven Pirates H is a traditional RPG where players set sail with a band of monster girls in search
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Publisher Untold Tales has announced that Arise: A Simple Story – Definitive Edition will be coming to Nintendo Switch on 28 April 2022. Developed by Piccolo Studio, Arise is a puzzle adventure game with mechanics based on time manipulation. This Definitive Edition includes Switch-exclusive bonus content and features not available on previous releases of Arise, including the following: +50 Page
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Publisher PM Studios has announced that psychological horror game Ikai is now available on Steam PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Endflame, Ikai is inspired by Japanese folklore where players must use magical kanji to solve puzzles and confront “abominable demons.” The game landed a “Teen” rating though, so it can’t be too disturbing… can it? Here’s the
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Indie publisher Ratalaika Games recently announced that Flat Kingdom Paper’s Cut Edition is coming to PS4, PS5, Xbone, SeXbox and Nintendo Switch on Friday, 1 April. Developed by Fat Panda Games, Flat Kingdom Paper’s Cut Edition has been available via Steam PC for several years. The game combines 2D action and puzzle solving as your hero fights to prevent a
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On Friday, game publisher 2Awesome Studio (2AS) announced that the new twin-stick shooter Devastator is now available on Steam PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch. Featuring a blend of both retro and modern aesthetics, Devastator is an arcade-style shooter with vector-inspired graphics and a high-energy electronica soundtrack. Here is the official breakdown of Devastator from 2AS: SYSTEM initializing… Multiple virus
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Publisher All in! Games recently announced that its arcade biplane shooter, Red Wings: American Aces, will be coming to Steam PC and Nintendo Switch on 31 March. Created as a spin-off of Red Wings: Aces of the Sky, this new Red Wings title focuses on the entertainment factor over historical accuracy. American Aces features 15 different planes to choose from,
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Game publisher Hamster has announced that arcade gun shooting game Empire City: 1931 is now available on PS4 and Nintendo Switch as part of the digital Arcade Archives series. Originally released in arcades by Seibu Kaihatsu in 1986, this Arcade Archives release is the first home release of Empire City: 1931 outside Japan. Empire City: 1931 is set in the
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At the Media Indie Exchange Showcase during GDC 2022, Burgos Games revealed gameplay footage from the Nintendo Switch version of Neko Ghost, Jump!, a cute action puzzle platformer where the player must swap between 2D and 3D perspectives to progress. featuring a feline hero. Here’s the official breakdown of Neko Ghost, Jump! from Burgos: Neko Ghost, Jump! is a fast-paced
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At GDC on Tuesday, Merge Games revealed Slaycation Paradise, a tongue-in-cheek genre mishmash that combines elements of twin-stick action and tower defense. Developed by Affordable Acquisition, Slaycation Paradise is currently planned to release sometime in 2022 for Steam PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox Smart Delivery, and Nintendo Switch. Here’s the official breakdown of Slaycation Paradise followed by the latest trailer: Passport?
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RedDeer.Games recently revealed a new trailer for Ultreïa an adventure game coming to the Nintendo Switch on 25 March. Inspired by Grim Fandango and Machinarium, Ultreïa is the first game created by Belgian developer Olivier De Rop. In Ultreïa, players take control of a tiny robot in a sweet-yet-dark world in search of the meaning of life. Here’s the official
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Close that Wordle tab for a sec, will ya’? QUByte Interactive recently announced that Mini Words Collection will be coming to Nintendo Switch on 24 March. Developed by Men Sana Interactive, Mini Words Collection is a compilation of three games that will help the player improve their language skill, discovering more words and practicing their vocabulary in a fun way.
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Game publisher Top Hat Studios has announced that Vengeful Heart is planned for release by the end of March for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbone, SeXbox and the Epic Games Store (it’s already on Steam). Described as a “retro futuristic visual novel” Vengeful Heart is set in a cyberpunk, sci-fi world coupled with throwback aesthetics reminiscent of 80s anime and
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Pix’n Love Games is now taking orders for the Collector’s edition of NeoGeo Pocket Color Selection Vol. 1 for Nintendo Switch. This compilation includes 10 NeoGeo Pocket titles: SNK GALS’ FIGHTERS SAMURAI SHODOWN! 2 KING OF FIGHTERS R-2 THE LAST BLADE: Beyond the Destiny FATAL FURY FIRST CONTACT SNK VS. CAPCOM: THE MATCH OF THE MILLENNIUM METAL SLUG 1ST MISSION
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Game publisher Coatsink and developer Paul Schnepf (aka Hyperparadise) recently announced that their skateboarding game The Ramp is coming to Nintendo Switch on 17 March. via Steam. Already available on Steam PC, The Ramp is described as a “digital skateboarding toy” that is designed more for chill than challenge. Here’s the official breakdown of The Ramp followed by the latest
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Game publisher CFK recently announced that 2D side-scroller Super Nanaru is scheduled to release on 24 March for Nintendo Switch and Steam PC. In Super Nanaru, players take control of a “baker girl” named Nanaru as she confronts the devil girl Yako who has stolen the town’s bread. All of it. Even sourdough? All. Of. It. Here is the official
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Developer Garage 5 and publisher Gamedust recently revealed Sunrise GP, a new arcade-style racing game for the Nintendo Switch. Sunrise GP features a distinct, colorful visual aesthetic, and split-screen local multiplayer. Here’s the official breakdown of Sunrise GP from Gamedust: In Sunrise GP, the players will compete for victory in Grand Prix, driving various vehicles that differentiate from each other
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Game publisher Hamster has announced that retro puzzler QIX is now available on PS4 and Nintendo Switch as part of the digital Arcade Archives series. Originally developed by Taito America and released in arcades in 1981, QIX was ported to several platforms in the 80s and 90s, perhaps most famously for the Nintendo Game Boy. This Arcade Archives release is
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Strictly Limited Games, in partnership with Numskull Games and Undercoders recently announced a limited physical release of Super Epic: The Entertainment War. Super Epic is a “Metroidvania” action-adventure game featuring a satirical tone and a throwback pixel art aesthetic. Players join the battle to save video games from the evils of microtransactions, corporate monopolies, and other consumer-unfriendly practices. Here’s the
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Natsume has partnered with ININ Games to release physical retail editions of Pocky & Rocky Reshrined for both PS4 and Nintendo Switch, with Natsume publishing in North America and ININ Games in charge of the European release. In addition, there are also plans for both a Limited and Collector’s Edition of Pocky & Rocky Reshrined from Strictly Limited Games, the
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Publisher RedDeer.games recently announced that the upcoming survival horror game Syndrome is scheduled to release on 11 March for Nintendo Switch. Developed by Camel 101, Syndrome is a sci-fi twist on terror in the vein of Alien. Players must brave an abandoned spaceship and learn the horrific truth of what happened to the ship’s crew. Here’s the official breakdown of
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Indie game publisher PLAYISM recently announced that the 3D Dungeon Crawler RPG Potato Flowers in Full Bloom will be released on Nintendo Switch and Steam PC on 10 March 2022. Developed by Pon Pon Games, Potato Flowers in Full Bloom puts players in the depths of maze-like labyrinths in search of mythical seeds. Here’s the official breakdown of Potato Flowers
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Atari recently announced that a new puzzle-platformer Kombinera for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbone, SeXbox, Atari VCS, Steam PC and mobile platforms. Developed by Graphite Lab, Kombinera is described as featuring “Juicy animation, clever storytelling, and memorable puzzles.” Here’s the official breakdown of Kombinera from Atari, followed by the latest trailer: Kombinera is a new IP from Atari that seeks
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RedDeer.games recently announced that their upcoming point-and-click game Buck Bradley: Comic Adventure will be coming to the Nintendo Switch on Friday, 4 March. Inspired by action/adventure comic books, Buck Bradley is described as “full of humor and riddles to solve.” Here’s the official breakdown of Buck Bradley: Comic Adventure from RedDeer, followed by the latest trailer: Explore a landscape reminiscent
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Game publisher Funcom has announced that Conan Chop Chop is now available on Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbone, and Steam PC. Developed by Mighty Kingdom, Conan Chop Chop is a multiplayer roguelite featuring the characters and world of Hyboria. It is also worth noting that unlike other video game interpretations of Robert E. Howard’s stories, Conan Chop Chop is specifically designed
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Publisher No Gravity Games recently announced that the unique action game Will You Snail will be coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox and Steam PC on 9 March. Developed by one-man development team and YouTube personality Jonas Tyroller, Will You Snail is a platforming game where an evil AI can predict your movement, placing traps and obstacles in your way.
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Atari recently announced that Tempest 4000, the latest installment in the classic arcade shooter series Tempest, is scheduled to release on Atari VCS and Nintendo Switch on 22 March 2022. Developed by Llamasoft and Tempest 2000 game designer Jeff Minter, Tempest 4000 is a unique, visually psychedelic shooter coupled with an intense techno soundtrack. You can check out the latest
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Game publisher Hamster has announced that 2D vertical racer Highway Race is now available on PS4 and Nintendo Switch as part of the digital Arcade Archives series. Originally released in arcades by Taito in 1983, this Arcade Archives release is the first home console port of Highway Race. Highway Race is a 2D, vertically scrolling racer that takes players through
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