Mina the Hollower Debuts on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 With 120fps Support and New Features

Yacht Club Games, acclaimed for their innovative approach to retro-inspired games, has officially announced that Mina the Hollower is set for release on both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on October 31, 2025.

The announcement, made during today’s Indie World showcase, marks one of the most anticipated indie launches for the upcoming Nintendo hardware generation. Mina the Hollower continues Yacht Club Games’ tradition of melding classic gameplay with modern features.

Notably, the Switch 2 version of the pixel art adventure will capitalize on the new hardware’s capabilities by offering gameplay at an ultra-smooth 120 frames per second.

The development team confirmed via an official blog post that Mina the Hollower will support 120Hz refresh rate and HDR output, ensuring that players experience crisp visuals and smooth animation.

Details about these enhancements are also listed on the title’s Nintendo eShop page, reinforcing the developer’s commitment to pushing technical boundaries within the pixel art genre. For fans eager to experience the advancements, a native demo for the Switch 2 will be available, allowing players to try out the upgraded title ahead of its release.

Community members and media outlets, such as Good Vibes Gaming (GVG), have already showcased side-by-side comparison videos highlighting the differences in performance between the original Nintendo Switch’s 60fps and the second-generation console’s 120fps output. In a nod to the game’s mouse protagonist and the developer’s playful reputation, Yacht Club Games has hinted at creative gameplay possibilities involving Joy-Con controls.

“In Mina the Hollower, you ARE the mouse! We’ve heard that when the Joy-Con 2 is used on its side and moved around during gameplay, something unique may happen,” the studio shared in their latest update.

This tease has sparked speculation among fans about potential motion-based features or secrets tied to the game’s mechanics, though Yacht Club Games has not officially revealed further details. Mina the Hollower draws inspiration from top-down Game Boy Color adventures of the early 1990s, combining nostalgia with cutting-edge presentation.

Yacht Club Games, previously known for the critically acclaimed Shovel Knight series, continues to set high standards for indie development on Nintendo platforms.

With the introduction of advanced performance modes, new control innovations, and robust support through the Nintendo eShop, Mina the Hollower is poised to be both a technical showcase for the Switch 2 and a heartfelt homage to classic handheld gaming. Mina the Hollower launches October 31, 2025 for both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, with a playable demo for Switch 2 and support for up to 120fps on compatible hardware.

For more updates, stay tuned to official Yacht Club Games channels and Nintendo Direct announcements.

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