Meridiem, a well-known publisher in the world of physical video game releases, has announced that their latest title, I Hate This Place, will be arriving on Nintendo Switch in a full physical edition.
The release, subtitled Elena’s Edition, will launch on April 9, 2026, and marks a significant moment for fans of survival horror and the celebrated comic book source material from Skybound. Developed with clear inspiration from the Eisner Award-nominated comic series created by writer Kyle Starks and artist Artyom Topilin, I Hate This Place immerses players in a gripping survival experience set against a backdrop of retro comic book flair and ‘80s horror ambiance.
The game follows the perilous journey of Elena, who, with her companion, accidentally unleashes a sinister force at Rutherford Ranch.
Players must guide Elena as she navigates a hostile environment plagued by relentless enemies that hunt by sound, requiring a careful blend of stealth, tactical resource management, and combat strategy. As detailed in the official announcement from Meridiem, Elena’s Edition will come packed with exclusive materials that commemorate both the game and its comic book heritage.
Each boxed copy of the Nintendo Switch edition will contain not only the full game on cartridge but also a special-effect cover, a secret letter from the protagonist Elena, and an art book bringing the comic’s unique visual style to life.
These collectible extras are designed to appeal directly to series devotees as well as fans of limited-edition gaming memorabilia. Key gameplay features include classic crafting-based survival horror mechanics, where players must scavenge the abandoned town and haunted forests of Rutherford Ranch for resources, craft crucial gear, and upgrade their base camp.
The dynamic day-night cycle forces players to plan meticulously—daylight offers opportunities to explore and gather supplies, while the nights are far more treacherous, with more aggressive and harder-to-detect enemies on the prowl. Stealth is at the heart of the experience, as many of the antagonistic creatures within the game world use sound to track the player’s movements.
Success depends not just on brute force but clever avoidance, using environmental sounds to mislead or trap threats.
The game’s art direction pays homage to its comic origins, featuring bold colors, retro visual effects, and a tone that expertly balances suspense, dark humor, and campy horror. I Hate This Place for Nintendo Switch is poised to be a standout addition to both the platform’s growing library of graphic novel adaptations and its robust catalog of survival horror experiences.
The Elena’s Edition physical release is expected to be a must-have for collectors and horror enthusiasts alike, further cementing Meridiem’s reputation for quality releases on the Nintendo Switch. The physical edition of I Hate This Place: Elena’s Edition will be available in stores worldwide starting April 9, 2026.
For those eager to see the game in action and experience its distinctive visual style, an official trailer is currently available from Meridiem, providing a glimpse into the nightmarish yet stylish world awaiting players. Stay tuned for additional updates as the release date approaches, and look for I Hate This Place on the eShop and in physical retail locations this coming April.
The release, subtitled Elena’s Edition, will launch on April 9, 2026, and marks a significant moment for fans of survival horror and the celebrated comic book source material from Skybound. Developed with clear inspiration from the Eisner Award-nominated comic series created by writer Kyle Starks and artist Artyom Topilin, I Hate This Place immerses players in a gripping survival experience set against a backdrop of retro comic book flair and ‘80s horror ambiance.
The game follows the perilous journey of Elena, who, with her companion, accidentally unleashes a sinister force at Rutherford Ranch.
Players must guide Elena as she navigates a hostile environment plagued by relentless enemies that hunt by sound, requiring a careful blend of stealth, tactical resource management, and combat strategy. As detailed in the official announcement from Meridiem, Elena’s Edition will come packed with exclusive materials that commemorate both the game and its comic book heritage.
Each boxed copy of the Nintendo Switch edition will contain not only the full game on cartridge but also a special-effect cover, a secret letter from the protagonist Elena, and an art book bringing the comic’s unique visual style to life.
These collectible extras are designed to appeal directly to series devotees as well as fans of limited-edition gaming memorabilia. Key gameplay features include classic crafting-based survival horror mechanics, where players must scavenge the abandoned town and haunted forests of Rutherford Ranch for resources, craft crucial gear, and upgrade their base camp.
The dynamic day-night cycle forces players to plan meticulously—daylight offers opportunities to explore and gather supplies, while the nights are far more treacherous, with more aggressive and harder-to-detect enemies on the prowl. Stealth is at the heart of the experience, as many of the antagonistic creatures within the game world use sound to track the player’s movements.
Success depends not just on brute force but clever avoidance, using environmental sounds to mislead or trap threats.
The game’s art direction pays homage to its comic origins, featuring bold colors, retro visual effects, and a tone that expertly balances suspense, dark humor, and campy horror. I Hate This Place for Nintendo Switch is poised to be a standout addition to both the platform’s growing library of graphic novel adaptations and its robust catalog of survival horror experiences.
The Elena’s Edition physical release is expected to be a must-have for collectors and horror enthusiasts alike, further cementing Meridiem’s reputation for quality releases on the Nintendo Switch. The physical edition of I Hate This Place: Elena’s Edition will be available in stores worldwide starting April 9, 2026.
For those eager to see the game in action and experience its distinctive visual style, an official trailer is currently available from Meridiem, providing a glimpse into the nightmarish yet stylish world awaiting players. Stay tuned for additional updates as the release date approaches, and look for I Hate This Place on the eShop and in physical retail locations this coming April.
