Blast Rush LS Launches on Nintendo Switch: Release Date, Features, and Pricing Revealed

Bipedal Dog is set to bring its celebrated arcade-style shoot-em-up, Blast Rush LS, to the Nintendo Switch on June 19, 2025.

Announced by the studio earlier this month, this release marks the enhanced console debut of a title originally known for its fast-paced mobile gameplay.

Nintendo Switch users can look forward to a game that not only reimagines the bullet hell genre but also pays homage to classic arcade aesthetics. Originally debuting on mobile platforms as Blast Rush, the console-bound "LS" (Longplay Special) edition introduces a host of enhancements specifically tailored for Nintendo’s hybrid system.

Most notably, Blast Rush LS retools the tried-and-true bullet hell formula by empowering players with an infinite supply of bombs—a deviation from genre conventions that typically restrict their use.

This design encourages an all-out offensive as players detonate their way through swarming formations of enemy drones in thrilling, breakneck sessions. Players will find themselves piloting ships equipped with three unique types of bombs, resulting in a total of nine powerful explosive options.

These, paired with additional gameplay mechanics like a sideswipe gust attack and the time-slowing Hyperdodge, provide a versatile arsenal for both surviving dense enemy waves and climbing the high score leaderboards.

The unmistakable draw of Blast Rush LS is its mix of intense action and strategic depth, set against eye-catching, classic-inspired 16-bit pixel art and an adrenaline-pumping chiptune soundtrack. The Nintendo Switch release includes a "Standard" mode featuring over 40 meticulously crafted levels, an "Endurance" mode with procedurally generated challenges, and quick "2-Minute" variants tailored for high-score chasers.

Fans of the original mobile release will also appreciate that the entire first version of Blast Rush is included as a fully playable mode, rounding out the package as both a tribute and a comprehensive archive.

Further expanding the game’s appeal, a robust Library section gives players access to exclusive extras such as development notes, concept art, a full soundtrack music player, and other behind-the-scenes insights. In a statement from Bipedal Dog, the team describes Blast Rush LS as an "explosive, modern love letter to arcade shooters," designed for quick pick-up sessions or extended leaderboard pursuits—ideal whether you have a few minutes or hours to spare. Blast Rush LS will be available on the Nintendo eShop for $9.99 USD, with a pre-order promotion offering a 20 percent discount ahead of launch.

The addition of this dynamic shooter further bolsters Nintendo Switch’s diverse library and demonstrates Bipedal Dog’s commitment to bringing innovative indie experiences to console players worldwide. For more updates on upcoming releases and the latest Nintendo Switch news, stay tuned.

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