Be Brave, Barb Launches on Nintendo Switch eShop: A Charming Platformer from Dadish Creator

Be Brave, Barb, the latest title from acclaimed indie developer Thomas K.

Young—best known for the Dadish series—officially debuts on the Nintendo Switch eShop today, March 12, 2025.

Following the endearing and offbeat tradition of Young’s previous platforming games, Be Brave, Barb offers players an imaginative and heartfelt platforming experience enriched with comedic elements and meaningful storytelling. Building on the success of the Dadish series, most recently with Dadish 3D on Nintendo Switch in 2024, Thomas K.

Young’s new adventure places players in the prickly shoes of Barb—a lovable yet anxious cactus out to recover her stolen book of positive affirmations.

Key to the gameplay is a unique gravity-flipping mechanic, enabling Barb to traverse walls and ceilings as she overcomes 100 meticulously designed levels filled with inventive obstacles, quirky adversaries, and memorable boss encounters. In a recent press statement, Thomas K.

Young explained that Be Brave, Barb was crafted to blend humor and lighthearted platforming with deeper explorations of anxiety and self-worth.

"With Barb’s journey, I wanted to create a space where players can experience both the fun side of platformers and engage with themes of positivity and self-acceptance," Young shared. Be Brave, Barb stands out not only for its gameplay mechanics but also for its eclectic set of features: players can expect five challenging boss battles, a host of secrets to uncover, a funky and upbeat soundtrack, and a collection of uplifting positive affirmations hidden throughout Barb’s journey.

The game also supports controllers and sports a bold, stylish low-poly visual design that distinguishes it from its predecessors. Available at launch for £12.49 / $14.99 on the Nintendo Switch eShop, Be Brave, Barb aims to provide players with both a rewarding platforming adventure and a positive, smile-inducing experience.

The Dadish series has garnered acclaim for its imaginative level design and offbeat charm, and early trailers suggest that Be Brave, Barb delivers more of what fans have come to expect—while forging a unique identity of its own. With its launch, Be Brave, Barb joins a growing lineup of standout indie platformers on Nintendo Switch.

The game is expected to appeal not only to longtime fans of the Dadish series but also to anyone seeking a creative and emotionally resonant addition to their Switch library.

For more information and to download the game, visit the Nintendo Switch eShop.

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