Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus 'Tanuki Kabuki' DLC: New Boss Rush Update Announced for Nintendo Switch and Steam

Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus 'Tanuki Kabuki' DLC: New Boss Rush Update Announced for Nintendo Switch and Steam Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus, the acclaimed metroidvania from Squid Shock Studios, is set to receive an exciting expansion in 2025.

Revealed during the Humble Games Showcase 2025, the upcoming 'Tanuki Kabuki' DLC promises to bring a wealth of new content to both Steam and Nintendo Switch players, though the Switch release date will be announced at a later time. Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus made its debut on Nintendo Switch in 2024, quickly capturing the attention of genre enthusiasts with its lush hand-drawn visuals and deep homage to Japanese mythology.

Developed by indie outfit Squid Shock Studios and published by Humble Games, the title has earned high marks from critics, including an 8/10 rating from major gaming outlets, praised for "where charm meets challenge and a passion for Japanese culture is expressed with artistic flair." The centerpiece of the Tanuki Kabuki DLC is the all-new Kabuki theatre stage, a creative space where players can re-engage with every boss from the core game.

According to the developer's announcement, this addition enables fans to confront these memorable battles either one by one or in a new 'Gauntlet' mode, which challenges players to take on a curated sequence of bosses.

The mode rewards skilled performance with louder audience cheers and additional prizes, offering replay value and a festival-like atmosphere reminiscent of classic gaming traditions. In addition to boss rush capabilities, the update introduces the 'Tanuki Tracker' quest, tasking players with finding and pursuing hidden tanukis through inventive platforming segments.

Successful hunts unlock further benefits such as a dedicated combat practice room, access to the in-game band's soundtrack via a jukebox feature, and a customizable room for players to decorate. Other notable features of the Tanuki Kabuki package include the introduction of a gachapon machine, allowing players to collect in-game items randomly, and the addition of a bestiary menu to catalog discovered creatures.

To complement the DLC reveal, Squid Shock Studios has also released a chiptune remix of the original soundtrack, delighting fans with retro-inspired music. While there is no exact launch date for the DLC’s arrival on Nintendo Switch, Squid Shock Studios confirmed that all owners of Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus will receive the update as a free content addition.

The Steam version is expected to launch sometime in 2025, with further details on the Switch release to follow.

Fans are advised to stay tuned to official Nintendo Direct announcements and the Humble Games eShop for the latest updates. Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus has maintained a strong following since its original release, combining metroidvania gameplay with a distinctive artistic vision rooted in Japanese folklore.

The forthcoming Tanuki Kabuki DLC looks to build on this foundation, delivering new ways for players to rediscover the game’s standout bosses and content.

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