Mina the Hollower Release Date Announced: Yacht Club Games Unveils New 8-Bit Inspired Adventure on Nintendo Switch

Yacht Club Games, the acclaimed developer behind the Shovel Knight franchise, has officially announced the release date for their highly anticipated project, Mina the Hollower.

This evocative 8-bit action-adventure title is set to launch on Nintendo Switch this Halloween, bringing a fresh take on pixel art action to the eShop. First revealed during the Nintendo Indie World Showcase on August 7th, 2025, Mina the Hollower draws clear inspiration from classic Game Boy Color games, while leveraging modern design sensibilities.

Players will step into the role of Mina, a legendary Hollower tasked with rescuing a cursed island by unraveling local mysteries and facing a slew of formidable monsters.

Throughout the adventure, Mina uncovers hidden secrets, interacts with a cast of quirky characters, and challenges beastly bosses in an atmospheric world designed to delight fans of retro games and newcomers alike. Staying true to Yacht Club Games’ signature pixel art aesthetic, Mina the Hollower offers a visual experience reminiscent of authentic 8-bit graphics, yet polished with contemporary techniques.

As described in the Indie World Showcase, the studio noted that Mina’s adventure is 'crafted in the spirit of beloved handheld classics, yet reimagined for today’s hardware,' emphasizing modern refinements layered atop nostalgic appeal. Gameplay mechanics focus on exploration, combat, and customization.

Players can leap, dodge, and burrow underground to outmaneuver enemies and traverse the expansive landscape.

An arsenal of weapons, including the whip-like Nightstar, is available for each unique encounter.

Each weapon features distinct move sets, allowing players to tailor combat strategies.

Collectible trinkets offer additional gameplay variety, granting exotic effects for further customization of Mina’s abilities. Yacht Club Games has earned widespread recognition for its innovative contributions to the indie game scene, notably with Shovel Knight, which has surpassed 2.5 million copies sold worldwide and is regarded as a touchstone in modern retro-inspired game design.

Mina the Hollower continues the developer’s tradition of blending classic gameplay motifs with polished, approachable mechanics on the Nintendo Switch platform. Mina the Hollower is scheduled to arrive on the Nintendo eShop this Halloween.

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