The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it’s bringing new games galore to the eShop. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy!
Switch eShop – Highlights
KINGDOM HEARTS Collection [I~III] (SQUARE ENIX, 8th Oct, $74.99) – – Long-time fans and new players alike can experience the beginning of the KINGDOM HEARTSadventure in this collection. Join Sora, Donald Duck and Goofy as they travel through Disney and Pixar worlds to overcome Darkness through the power of the Keyblade, all while experiencing the stories of and befriending a magical cast of characters. The collection includes KINGDOM HEARTS – HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX, KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue and KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC).KINGDOM HEARTS Collection [I~III] launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 system today! Players who have the cloud version on Nintendo Switch can purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 version at a discounted rate.
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Order of the Sinking Star (Arc Games, 8th Oct, $29.99) – – Explore a massive adventure featuring more than one thousand hand-crafted puzzles designed to put your intellect to the test. Transport yourself to a realm of curious magic, dangerous contraptions and vicious monsters. Explore four distinct worlds, each with its own mechanics, characters and stories, and then watch as they all collide. As the worlds merge, and characters meet one another, puzzle systems intertwine, creating surprising new gameplay possibilities. Play at your own pace, revisit worlds and return to challenges as you see fit. Discover unique playable characters, master evolving gameplay mechanics and decipher the deep mysteries of a sprawling, interconnected game world. Order of the Sinking Star is available today on Nintendo Switch 2. – Read our Order of the Sinking Star review
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival (Saber Interactive Incorporated, 8th Oct, $39.99) – – Experience a new chapter in the legendary horror series like never before. Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival takes first-person action horror survival to the next level. Play the story of Aidan, who must use the power of a mysterious puzzle box – the Genesis Configuration – to help his girlfriend Sunny escape from the otherworldly hellscape of the Labyrinth. Wield the powers of the box to survive your bargain with the infamous Pinhead and do battle with the horrific cult devoted to the Cenobites. Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revivalis available today on Nintendo Switch 2.
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen (CAPCOM, 9th Oct, $49.99) – – In this expanded version of Dragon’s Dogma 2, embark on a single-player action-fantasy RPG to slay the Dragon who has taken your heart. As the Arisen, you will take down hostile barbarians, legendary enemies and giant monsters that each require strategic planning and techniques. Choose from different vocations and weapons as you traverse through the lands with your Pawns – otherworldly companions who will aid you on your destined mission. Explore the land of Norgan, a pale and icy region new to this version, with rare and powerful spoils that can be discovered through exploration and retrieved by battling ferocious monsters. Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen sets off for adventure on Nintendo Switch 2 on Oct. 9. Pre-order is available now on Nintendo eShop. – Read our Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen review
Switch 2 eShop – Highlights
Minecraft – Survive the night or create a work of art in the iconic sandbox game! Build anything you can imagine, uncover mysteries, and face foes in an infinite world that’s unique in every playthrough. The Nintendo Switch 2 version features the Vibrant Visuals graphics upgrade, which brings improved visual elements, as well as the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack, where you can explore a custom Mario themed world! The pack also features 15 tracks and 40 player skins inspired by the iconic Super Mario series. Those who purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 version can also carry over their save data from the Nintendo Switch – version. Play with friends across devices, in local multiplayer1 or connect with players online2 when Minecraftlaunches on Nintendo Switch 2 Oct. 27. Pre-order is available now in Nintendo eShop.
Switch eShop – New Releases
Alphadia I & II – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (KEMCO, 1st Oct, $10.49) – Step into the enchanting world of Alphadia, a revitalized epic fantasy RPG series that merges the first two titles, ‘Alphadia I’ and ‘Alphadia II’, into a single, captivating adventure. Immerse yourself in a beautifully reimagined world, where attractive characters and their enthralling journey come to life through updated graphics. Experience a richer narrative with the inclusion of cross events, bridging the stories of I and II. Choices made in one game influence the unfolding drama in the other. Unveil the elusive true ending of Alphadia II by conquering both titles and meeting specific conditions. Moreover, delve into a treasure trove of rewards, including enemy catalog, and various other exciting extras. Alphadia I: Embark on a compelling journey centered around ‘energi’, a mystical power harnessed from life energy. After a tumultuous conflict known as the Energi War leaves humanity reeling, peace seems restored following a century of reconstruction.
Arcade Archives 2 BALLOON BOMBER (HAMSTER, 1st Oct, $9.99) – “BALLOON BOMBER” is a shooting game released by TAITO in 1980. Control the anti-aircraft gun and destroy the balloon bombs as they gently sway through the air. However, destroying the balloon bombs is no easy task. Aim and shoot so your bullets hit only the bomb itself. If your shot hits the balloon instead, the bomb will fall and blow a hole in the ground. Be careful, as the anti-aircraft gun cannot pass over holes, narrowing your movement range. The “Arcade Archives” series is developed with the concept of faithfully reproducing classic arcade games. It also includes convenient features such as difficulty and screen settings, rewind, rapid-fire, and multiple save slots. In addition, players can compete for the best scores with players around the world through online rankings. “Arcade Archives 2” adds a new “TIME ATTACK MODE” to the lineup of “ORIGINAL MODE,” “HI SCORE MODE,” and “CARAVAN MODE” included in the Arcade Archives series.
Arcade Archives 2 CRAZY BALLOON (HAMSTER, 1st Oct, $9.99) – “CRAZY BALLOON” is an action game released by TAITO in 1980. Guide a swaying balloon through a thorny maze and attempt to reach the goal while avoiding traps such as moving thorns, scrolling mazes and more. The “Arcade Archives” series is developed with the concept of faithfully reproducing classic arcade games. It also includes convenient features such as difficulty and screen settings, rewind, rapid-fire, and multiple save slots. In addition, players can compete for the best scores with players around the world through online rankings. “Arcade Archives 2” adds a new “TIME ATTACK MODE” to the lineup of “ORIGINAL MODE,” “HI SCORE MODE,” and “CARAVAN MODE” included in the Arcade Archives series. In “TIME ATTACK MODE,” players compete to clear the game as quickly as possible, regardless of the score achieved. VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) support has also been added, allowing gameplay to be reproduced even closer to the original arcade experience.
Console Archives Chack’n Pop (HAMSTER, 1st Oct, $7.99) – *This title uses the Japanese ROM, but all in-game text is in English, as the game was originally designed with English in-game text. “Chack’n Pop” was released by TAITO in 1985 for an 8 -bit home console. Control “Chack’n” skillfully to take back the Heart inside the maze taken by “Beluga”. The Technique of character “コ” to run along walls and ceilings to evade enemies, the Technique of Hanabi to detonate bombs simultaneously. . . By using various advanced techniques, “Chack’n” can defeat “Beluga”. With just a single technique, “Chack’n” can do an amazing job! The “Console Archives” series is developed with the concept of faithfully reproducing masterpieces released on various home game consoles, allowing players to easily enjoy them on the latest hardware. The series is packed with convenient features, including customizable button layouts and screen settings, as well as the ability to save and load at any point.
Deck of Haunts (DANGEN Entertainment, 8th Oct, $17.99) – Deck of Haunts invites you to step into the eerie role of a malevolent Haunted House, where the walls whisper secrets and terror lurks around every corner. As the master of this cursed domain, your goal is to ensnare daring humans, play on their fears, and drain their very essence to expand your dark influence. By day, meticulously design the labyrinthine layout of your mansion, transforming it into a death trap that no human can escape. As night falls, lure unwitting explorers into your home, where you’ll use a deck of terrifying cards to summon spirits, shift hallways, and unleash spine-chilling horrors. Build tension and drive your guests toward madness, all while protecting your Heart room—the core of your malevolent power. Once their sanity crumbles, harvest their essence to strengthen your mansion, increasing your infamy and attracting even more daring foes, from law enforcement to priests.
EARTH DEFENSE FORCE5 for Nintendo Switch 2 (D3PUBLISHER, 8th Oct, $29.99) – ◆A battle that will decide the fate of the Earth. This arcade shooter takes place in the year 20XX, as the Earth Defense Force fends off an all-out attack by unknown life forms. Become an EDF soldier, battle against endless hordes of immense enemies, and restore peace to the earth. ◆Make way for the series’ first humanoid aliens. Just what is this intelligent, extraterrestrial civilization that has attacked our own, known only as the Primers? Matching their intelligence, they bring the series’ first humanoid alien foes. Battling against these intelligent foes will bring you to the depths of yet-unknown despair, and the heights of joy. Face the enemy with wisdom and courage! ◆The most jam-packed entry yet, with online co-op play! This entry has more missions and weapons than any before it. On top of that, all missions support online co-op of up to 4 players. Control the 4 classes and play with EDF soldiers all over the world.
Echo Weaver (Akupara Games, 8th Oct, $19.99) – Time is Your Resource Master an unraveling time loop in this knowledge-based Metroidvania. As the last Weaver, exploit time-altering anomalies and use what you learn to break the cycle. Explore what remains. Uncover the mystery. Perfect the loop. Wield the Enigmatic Power of the Glaive Bound to your very being, an alien glaive grants you strange, reality-bending powers. The infinite time loop is the perfect training ground to master them. Can you decipher its fractured essence? Find clever uses of its power to bypass obstacles? Use past-loop revelations to find hidden shortcuts? Only a Weaver who harnesses the glaive’s power will be able to outsmart a world determined to reset you. Unearth the Secrets of Provenance Scrappy survivors populate the loop, opposing those who wish to drown a better future. To carve your path to freedom, you’ll need to understand those trapped alongside you. A pizza-slinging cat who guides you through the ruins.
Forever Ago (Annapurna Interactive, 8th Oct, $17.99) – Following a tragic stroke of fate, Alfred embarks on a journey north in search of redemption. In this single-player road trip adventure, you’ll travel to beautiful places, capture memories with your camera, meet interesting characters, and even make some new friends.
Heartworm (DreadXP, 1st Oct, $14.99) – Pass through the threshold and enter a world born of memories. Defend yourself with a camera while solving death’s mysteries in a reverent evolution of 90’s survival horror, integrating both fixed cameras and over the shoulder perspectives. Story Sam, unable to move on from the death of her beloved grandfather, falls down an internet rabbit hole chasing the promise of reuniting with him. Following the lead of a mysterious forum, she finds herself at a supposedly supernatural house in the mountain, hoping to make contact with the other side. Features •A journey through grief and loss within retro-inspired atmospheric environments.
Hell is Us (Nacon, 8th Oct, $59.99) – Hell is Us is a 3rd-person action-adventure game that combines intense melee combat with the thrill of exploration. Explore a semi-open world to find answers to your questions and face mysterious creatures all along your journey.
KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- (SQUARE ENIX, 8th Oct, $39.99) – * This software is designed exclusively for the Nintendo Switch™ 2. It is not compatible with the Nintendo Switch™. *Please note that a Nintendo Switch™ version of KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1. 5+2. 5 ReMIX is also available. To avoid duplicate purchases, please check your platform before buying. *Save data from the Nintendo Switch™ version CAN be transferred to this Nintendo Switch™ 2 version; HOWEVER, save data from this Nintendo Switch™ 2 version CANNOT be transferred to the Nintendo Switch™ version. *This product is also included in other bundle sets. Please ensure you do not purchase the same content more than once. *Players who own KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1. 5+2. 5 ReMIX- Cloud Version are eligible for a 50% discount for the Nintendo Switch™ 2 version. KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1. 5+2. 5 ReMIX- is an essential collection of the first six stories in the KINGDOM HEARTS series, a collaboration between Disney and SQUARE ENIX. – Read our KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- review
