Bearnard Launches on Nintendo Switch: 8-Bit Action Adventure Debuts on eShop
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Published on: May 10, 2025
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Indie publisher Untold Tales has unveiled the official launch trailer for Bearnard, marking the debut of the 8-bit action adventure on the Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo eShop.
Developed to capture the nostalgia of classic platformers, Bearnard delivers a unique blend of turn-based combat, dynamic archery mechanics, and strategic card-based battles.
Bearnard invites players to step into the role of a masterful archer and unwilling hero, tasked with reclaiming a legendary bow to defend his woodland homeland.
This single-player, story-driven title takes the player across a variety of distinct biomes, including lush forests, snow-capped mountains, and shadowy dungeons.
Throughout the journey, players engage in battles against diverse enemies, solve intricate physics-based puzzles, and interact with a host of quirky in-game characters.
Key features at the heart of Bearnard’s gameplay include a robust card-based strategy system.
With over 60 collectible cards, each encounter transforms into a tactical puzzle.
The deck contains a range of effects, from empowering power-ups and healing abilities to defensive traps and crowd-controlling attacks.
Players are encouraged to create combinations by using elemental cards to unleash powerful synergies on the battlefield.
Combat in Bearnard is more than turn-based strategy; precision archery is essential.
Mastering the bow and arrow, players must carefully time and aim shots, taking into account physics elements to hit targets and maximize the effectiveness of their chosen cards.
This emphasis on skill-based shooting adds a fresh layer to the otherwise familiar turn-based formula.
Visually, Bearnard is inspired by the iconic 8-bit era, evoking the foundational days of platformers on Nintendo consoles.
The game’s pixelated graphics and atmospheric sound design immerse players in an adventure reminiscent of retro classics, while offering modern gameplay twists.
Secret areas, destructible environments, and physics-driven traps such as dropping chandeliers or throwing crates add depth to exploration and combat decisions.
Bearnard is now available for download from the Nintendo eShop, exclusively for Nintendo Switch owners.
The game’s release expands Untold Tales’ portfolio of indie titles supporting innovative mechanics and nostalgic visual styles.
The official launch trailer showcases the game’s platforming action, unique card combat, and immersive environments, aptly illustrating what sets Bearnard apart in the indie scene.
For more on Bearnard and the latest coverage of Nintendo Switch releases, visit the Nintendo eShop or follow updates from Untold Tales and Nintendo news sources.
