Bendy and the Dark Revival Launches on Nintendo Switch: Release Dates and Key Features Detailed

Silver Lining Interactive and Joey Drew Studios have officially announced that Bendy and the Dark Revival will soon be launching on the Nintendo Switch, expanding the reach of this critically acclaimed survival horror series to a broader audience.

Set to release digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch on July 11, 2025, with a physical edition following on September 26, 2025, the much-anticipated sequel brings a host of new features and updated gameplay to one of the most atmospheric horror franchises in the indie gaming space. Bendy and the Dark Revival serves as the direct follow-up to the original Bendy and the Ink Machine, a game that quickly earned a dedicated fanbase and significant commercial success on multiple platforms.

In this new installment, players take on the role of Audrey, a central protagonist who must navigate the haunted halls of a nightmarish animation studio.

The game’s narrative unravels as she explores the shadow-filled corridors, confronting enemies and uncovering secrets that lie beneath the surface of Joey Drew Studios. According to the developers at Silver Lining Interactive and Joey Drew Studios, Bendy and the Dark Revival introduces several key gameplay elements designed to deepen immersion and challenge players’ wits.

"Fans will return to a hand-drawn world laden with horror, using stealth, combat, and puzzle-solving to survive," the development team stated.

Players are tasked with collecting inky powers, upgrading their weapons, and navigating obstacles that demand both strategy and courage. The rogue’s gallery of foes is a highlight, with the Ink Demon and other monstrous abominations relentlessly stalking Audrey throughout the game.

"Each new area is inhabited by relentless creatures capable of demolishing anything in their path," the developers explained, emphasizing the increased intensity and variety of enemies compared to previous entries. Storytelling also takes center stage.

As Audrey delves deeper into the studio’s mysteries, she gradually uncovers details about her past and the sinister origins of both the animation studio and its otherworldly inhabitants.

The developers affirm that unraveling this dark tale is essential for players to truly escape Joey Drew Studios’ haunted grasp. Bendy and the Dark Revival has garnered attention not only for its unique visual style and unsettling ambience, but also for the way it builds upon established survival horror traditions with innovative, narrative-driven gameplay.

The upcoming release on Nintendo Switch, available via the Nintendo eShop and later as a physical edition, cements the franchise’s status as a standout in the indie horror genre. Fans of the original Bendy and the Ink Machine and newcomers alike can look forward to exploring the depths of Joey Drew Studios when Bendy and the Dark Revival arrives on Nintendo Switch this summer.

Be sure to mark your calendars for July 11, 2025, for the digital launch, with the physical edition following on September 26, 2025.

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