Silver Bullet Nintendo Switch Release Date Set for Halloween: Gothic Shooter Arrives with Van Helsing and Silver the Dog

Flynn’s Arcade and 1CC Games have officially announced that their gothic shooter, Silver Bullet, will launch on the Nintendo Switch, with a release planned just in time for Halloween.

This anticipated title joins the growing roster of retro-inspired arcade shooters available on the Switch eShop and invites players into a macabre adventure filled with humor, action, and classic pixel art charm. Silver Bullet puts players in the role of the legendary Van Helsing, on a worldwide quest to rescue puppies that have been dognapped by the nefarious Reggie the Vampire.

From haunted mansions and eerie museums to ghoulish graveyards, each stage is packed with an array of unique challenges, secrets, and atmospheric pixel art designed to evoke the golden era of 16-bit gaming. At the heart of Silver Bullet’s gameplay is Van Helsing’s faithful canine companion, Silver, who can be summoned to attack enemies and even commandeer vehicles.

Eliminating adversaries with the help of Silver causes them to drop bonus items that can boost your score, introducing a fresh twist on traditional shooter mechanics. Progression in Silver Bullet comes through collecting gold coins scattered throughout each stage.

These coins allow players to purchase powerful upgrades, and unlocking the extra puzzle mode—Terror Blocks—adds further replayability.

Revealing secret items and achieving game challenges can unlock new weapons, ranging from zombie-slaying shotguns to explosive rocket launchers. Competitive players will appreciate Silver Bullet’s online leaderboards, available for both the primary Arcade Mode and the Terror Blocks mini-game.

The game has been optimized for a low memory footprint, ensuring smooth and reliable performance for players who choose to stream their gameplay online. Silver Bullet also stands out with its flexible control options.

The developers, referencing the classic "Cabal Shooter" subgenre like Wild Guns Reloaded, have implemented support for modern twin-stick control schemes, traditional arcade sticks, and even keyboard and mouse setups, allowing players to tailor the experience to their preferences.

Retro gamers will be delighted by custom screen filters and a synth-pop soundtrack composed using the iconic YM2612 chip, further cementing the game's old-school aesthetic. As a digital-only release on the Nintendo Switch eShop, Silver Bullet strengthens Flynn’s Arcade and 1CC Games’ reputation for delivering innovative, nostalgia-driven titles to modern hardware.

Fans of gothic shooters, pixel art, and competitive arcade action will want to mark their calendars for the Halloween launch of Silver Bullet on Nintendo Switch.

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