Time Flies Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch: Hand-Drawn Adventure Arrives July 31, 2025

Panic and Playables have officially confirmed that Time Flies, the hand-drawn adventure game that explores our fleeting existence through the eyes of a fly, will make its Nintendo Switch debut on July 31, 2025.

The announcement marks an exciting new entry in the platform’s diverse indie lineup, with a day-one launch on the Nintendo eShop set to bring this acclaimed, introspective title to a global audience of Switch owners. Developed by Michael Frei and Playables—the creative minds also known for innovative titles such as KIDS and Plug & Play—Time Flies is a short yet impactful experience where players assume the role of a housefly with only moments to live and a long bucket list of extraordinary (and mundane) accomplishments.

The game’s concept is simple but compelling: your lifespan is limited, but how you spend those precious seconds is in your hands.

With a commitment to hand-drawn artistry and minimalist design, Time Flies offers players the opportunity to engage with dozens of unique objectives.

Whether learning to play an instrument, reading a book, attaining wealth, indulging in a drink, or making another character smile, every choice reflects the transient nature of time and the unexpected joys found in the smallest achievements. "For four years, we've had a fly buzzing around us during game development," said developer Michael Frei, humorously reflecting on the project’s creation.

Frei encourages fans to add Time Flies to their Nintendo eShop wishlists, emphasizing the dedication and creative energy poured into the title. Players can expect a meticulously hand-drawn world filled with intricate details and interactive challenges.

Time Flies stands out not only for its visual style but for its delightfully accurate fly physics, variable life expectancy (impacted by location), and a multitude of quirky, sometimes obscure, in-game goals.

The adventure encapsulates the same creative spirit that defined Frei’s previous works, positioning it as the most ambitious project yet from the Playables studio. Time Flies will be available as a digital download exclusively via the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch, launching worldwide on July 31, 2025.

The release further cements Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to supporting innovative indie games on its flagship hybrid hardware.

With its evocative theme and rich array of interactive moments, Time Flies is poised to resonate with players looking for a fresh, thought-provoking adventure this summer. For more information, prospective players can watch the official Time Flies trailer and add the game to their Nintendo Switch eShop wishlist ahead of its anticipated launch.

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