Lucky Hunter to Launch on Nintendo Switch: Deck-Building Auto Battler Arrives October 30

Indienova and 159 Studio have officially announced that Lucky Hunter, a deck-building auto battler roguelike, is coming to the Nintendo Switch.

The highly anticipated title is set for digital release on the Nintendo eShop on Thursday, October 30, priced at $5.99 USD.

This partnership marks another milestone for both developers, further expanding their presence within the vibrant Nintendo Switch indie ecosystem. Originally recognized for its innovative deck-building mechanics and auto battler gameplay, Lucky Hunter puts players in the role of a young hunter set on a journey to save a world devastated by catastrophe.

After disaster struck and crops failed, monstrous creatures now roam freely, leaving humanity dependent on hunters to secure essential resources.

According to in-game lore, the root of this chaos stems from a demon king, with the legendary lucky hunter having ventured out to defeat this menace—never to return.

Players follow a young protagonist, guided by their village’s elder, as they carry chess pieces imbued with magical power along a perilous path laid out by predecessors. The gameplay of Lucky Hunter revolves around constructing powerful, synergistic decks and artifacts while navigating procedurally generated hunting maps.

Battles are unique in that the game’s pieces are played automatically onto the board.

Players must focus on assembling decks strategically, combining matching pieces to increase their power.

When three identical, same-level pieces are adjacent, they automatically merge into a higher-level creation—offering a layer of tactical depth rarely seen in deck-building roguelikes.

With over 100 unique game pieces and an equal number of artifacts to discover, Lucky Hunter provides deep replayability and customization. Key features of Lucky Hunter include: - Progression through procedurally generated maps, with players choosing among various nodes such as battles, shops, enchantments, and events. - Auto-battler mechanics: Pieces are deployed automatically, and players harness synergies by constructing unique decks and artifacts. - Dynamic piece evolution: Three matching pieces merge into one stronger piece, enabling players to build an increasingly formidable force. - Robust deck-building: Gain new pieces each combat round and tailor your deck with over 100 available units and artifacts. - Increasing difficulty: As enemy monsters grow more ferocious, timing and strategy become essential to success. - Persistent progression: Every journey, win or lose, yields experience—unlocking new mechanics and base attribute enhancements for future runs. Lucky Hunter offers two primary modes: the "Hunting Journey," a story-driven campaign spanning four chapters each capped with boss battles, and the "Endless Adventure," challenging players to see how far their ever-evolving deck can carry them against relentless foes.

Both modes are designed for replayability and strategic experimentation. The Nintendo Switch release, handled by indienova in collaboration with 159 Studio, will be available exclusively through the Nintendo eShop.

The price point of $5.99 continues Nintendo’s trend of supporting affordable, innovative indie experiences on the platform.

For fans of roguelike, strategic auto battlers, or unique deck-building games, Lucky Hunter promises to be a worthwhile addition to the Switch’s expansive game library. Stay tuned for more updates and in-depth Nintendo Switch coverage as Lucky Hunter joins the lineup on October 30.

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