Yacht Club Games—the indie powerhouse recognized for its success with Shovel Knight—has officially confirmed that its latest project, Mina the Hollower, will debut digitally worldwide for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2026.
This announcement arrives after much anticipation from fans eager to experience the developer’s newest action-adventure title on current and next-generation Nintendo hardware via the Nintendo eShop. Mina the Hollower pays homage to the classic era of Game Boy Color action games, presenting players with a richly detailed pixel-art adventure.
Drawing on gothic horror inspirations, the game puts players in control of Mina, an expert Hollower thrust into a dire quest to save a cursed island.
In this dark, interconnected world, players will burrow beneath dangers, battle monstrous foes with a signature whip, and collect a variety of unique weapons and trinkets to customize their playstyle. Yacht Club Games has outlined the game’s standout features, highlighting its “hauntingly authentic” 8-bit visuals, modernized with detailed animation, widescreen support, and enhanced controls designed for today’s hardware.
Players can expect meticulously tuned gameplay, beastly boss encounters, and a huge world filled with secrets.
The arsenal includes the signature whip, Nightstar, alongside a host of sidearms—each with their own distinct move sets—and collectible trinkets that let players shape Mina’s abilities to match their approach. Adding to the game’s immersive atmosphere, the soundtrack features electrifying MSX-style compositions by acclaimed chiptune composer Jake Kaufman, further cementing the game’s commitment to both nostalgia and quality. On the release timeline, Yacht Club Games has stated that while Spring 2026 is the targeted launch window, the specific date will be announced once all console submissions are finalized and all launch preparations are firmly in place. Game director Sean Velasco commented on the journey thus far, sharing, “Mina the Hollower demanded years of focused development and dedication.
It took more time than we initially planned, but our team remained committed to refining every detail.
We’re thrilled to present it to the Nintendo community and hope players worldwide embrace it.” Since their breakout success with Shovel Knight, Yacht Club Games has established itself as a premier independent developer, renowned for blending retro aesthetics with modern game design.
Mina the Hollower is poised to continue this tradition, promising players a dark, challenging, and memorable adventure when it lands on both Nintendo Switch and the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo eShop in Spring 2026.
This announcement arrives after much anticipation from fans eager to experience the developer’s newest action-adventure title on current and next-generation Nintendo hardware via the Nintendo eShop. Mina the Hollower pays homage to the classic era of Game Boy Color action games, presenting players with a richly detailed pixel-art adventure.
Drawing on gothic horror inspirations, the game puts players in control of Mina, an expert Hollower thrust into a dire quest to save a cursed island.
In this dark, interconnected world, players will burrow beneath dangers, battle monstrous foes with a signature whip, and collect a variety of unique weapons and trinkets to customize their playstyle. Yacht Club Games has outlined the game’s standout features, highlighting its “hauntingly authentic” 8-bit visuals, modernized with detailed animation, widescreen support, and enhanced controls designed for today’s hardware.
Players can expect meticulously tuned gameplay, beastly boss encounters, and a huge world filled with secrets.
The arsenal includes the signature whip, Nightstar, alongside a host of sidearms—each with their own distinct move sets—and collectible trinkets that let players shape Mina’s abilities to match their approach. Adding to the game’s immersive atmosphere, the soundtrack features electrifying MSX-style compositions by acclaimed chiptune composer Jake Kaufman, further cementing the game’s commitment to both nostalgia and quality. On the release timeline, Yacht Club Games has stated that while Spring 2026 is the targeted launch window, the specific date will be announced once all console submissions are finalized and all launch preparations are firmly in place. Game director Sean Velasco commented on the journey thus far, sharing, “Mina the Hollower demanded years of focused development and dedication.
It took more time than we initially planned, but our team remained committed to refining every detail.
We’re thrilled to present it to the Nintendo community and hope players worldwide embrace it.” Since their breakout success with Shovel Knight, Yacht Club Games has established itself as a premier independent developer, renowned for blending retro aesthetics with modern game design.
Mina the Hollower is poised to continue this tradition, promising players a dark, challenging, and memorable adventure when it lands on both Nintendo Switch and the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo eShop in Spring 2026.
