Published on: September 12, 2024
Nintendo has released the latest update for its North American eShop, and September’s second week is packed with standout titles for the Nintendo Switch.
Headlining this batch of new releases are The Plucky Squire from Devolver Digital and Marvel vs.
Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics from CAPCOM, both drawing significant attention from fans and industry watchers alike.
**Highlights: Marvel vs.
Capcom Fighting Collection & The Plucky Squire**
Freshly launched on September 12, 2024, Marvel vs.
Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics brings together seven beloved arcade-era fighting games into one robust package.
Priced at $49.99, this collection unites iconic titles such as X-MEN: Children of the Atom, MARVEL SUPER HEROES, X-MEN VS.
STREET FIGHTER, MARVEL SUPER HEROES vs.
STREET FIGHTER, MARVEL vs.
CAPCOM: Clash of Super Heroes, MARVEL vs.
CAPCOM 2: New Age of Heroes, and the classic beat ‘em up THE PUNISHER.
According to CAPCOM, this definitive bundle aims to preserve the legacy of its most cherished crossover fighters, giving longtime fans and new players a single platform to experience the genre’s golden age.
Devolver Digital’s highly anticipated The Plucky Squire lands on the eShop September 17, priced at $29.99.
This imaginative action-adventure title follows Jot and his friends, who leap beyond the confines of their storybook world and into a vibrant 3D universe.
Seamlessly integrating 2D and 3D gameplay, The Plucky Squire challenges players to solve puzzles, take part in quirky mini-games, and explore whimsical environments for a truly unique Switch experience.
The game has drawn widespread praise during previous Nintendo Direct presentations for its innovative mechanics and charming visual design.
**Notable New Nintendo Switch eShop Releases**
This week’s eShop update is particularly notable for its diverse lineup.
Among the notable additions:
- **LOLLIPOP CHAINSAW RePOP** (Dragami Games): The cult classic returns, remastered with updated graphics and improved performance, celebrating over 1.24 million copies sold worldwide since its original launch.
- **Wild Bastards** (Maximum Entertainment): Developed by the team behind Void Bastards, this new title blends strategy, shooter, and management elements in a roguelike western adventure.
- **Beneath Oresa** (Goblinz Studio): This tactical roguelike offers deep strategic combat and a range of unique heroes and upgrades.
- **Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines** (Super Rare Games): The sequel to the hit action-platformer, featuring gravity-defying adventures and new worlds to conquer.
- **Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland** (The Mix Games Inc): Nostalgia meets modern platforming, with both solo and co-op options and the ability to toggle between 8-bit and HD art styles.
Other noteworthy releases include A Night On The Farm (eastasiasoft), Eden Genesis (Aeternum Game Studios), Keylocker | Turn Based Cyberpunk Action (Serenity Forge), and Vampire: The Masquerade – Reckoning of New York (Plug In Digital).
**Community Response & Poll Results**
According to a recent player poll, The Plucky Squire has generated the most excitement, securing 37% of the votes for 'most anticipated new Switch release.' Marvel vs.
Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics followed with 18%.
Other titles such as LOLLIPOP CHAINSAW RePOP, Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines, and Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland also garnered attention from fans eager for fresh content on the Nintendo Switch.
**Upcoming & Ongoing Support**
With this robust batch of releases, the Nintendo Switch eShop continues to offer one of the most diverse game libraries on the market.
As the September 2024 lineup demonstrates, Nintendo, in partnership with studios including Devolver Digital, CAPCOM, and a host of indie developers, remains committed to delivering innovative, high-quality gaming experiences.
Visit the Nintendo eShop or tune into upcoming Nintendo Directs for more news, updates, and exclusive insights into the world of Switch gaming.
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