Nintendo Switch eShop Update: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, Tales of Graces f Remastered and More Headline This Week’s Download

Nintendo Switch fans have plenty to look forward to this week, as the latest North American Nintendo eShop update boasts an exciting line-up of new titles and high-profile releases.

Headlining the January update are beloved classics revitalized for new audiences and original games that demonstrate the platform’s continued vibrancy.

This week's highlights include Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, Tales of Graces f Remastered, and Blade Chimera, alongside a host of indie and retro offerings. Donkey Kong Country Returns HD leads the roster, making its much-anticipated debut on the Nintendo Switch eShop on January 16, 2024.

Developed and published by Nintendo, this high-definition reimagining of the beloved platformer invites players to join DK and Diddy Kong in their iconic quest to recover the stolen banana hoard from the nefarious Tiki Tak Tribe.

Enhanced visuals bring Donkey Kong Island’s colorful, obstacle-packed environments to life, while local two-player co-op play enables fans to team up and conquer challenges together.

With secret areas and collectible extras, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD continues to showcase the franchise’s enduring appeal to a new generation of gamers. Another major arrival is Tales of Graces f Remastered from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment, launching January 17, 2024, for $39.99.

This acclaimed JRPG, originally released on the Wii, returns with improved graphics and an auto-save function—an upgrade designed to welcome both newcomers and series veterans.

Players step into the role of Asbel Lhant as he embarks on a dramatic inter-kingdom journey to prevent all-out war.

The remaster demonstrates BANDAI NAMCO’s commitment to preserving its celebrated RPG lineage for the Nintendo Switch audience. Indie fans will find a standout in Blade Chimera by PLAYISM, now available for $19.99.

The game casts players as Shin, a memory-impaired demon hunter who forges an alliance with Lux, a shapeshifting and time-manipulating demon sword.

The gameplay centers on time-bending mechanics and atmospheric exploration, offering an inventive twist on the action-adventure formula for the Switch. Retro enthusiasts can enjoy Arcade Archives VS.

FAMILY TENNIS from HAMSTER, while unique titles like DreadOut Remastered Collection, Cavern Adventurers, and ENDER MAGNOLIA-Bloom in the mist- further diversify the catalog.

The breadth of genres on display—from atmospheric horror and puzzle games to roguelite shooters and narrative-driven adventures—reaffirms the Nintendo eShop as a destination for players of every taste. This period’s eShop update highlights Nintendo’s continued efforts to blend nostalgia and innovation.

With industry-leading franchises such as Donkey Kong sharing space alongside indie and classic re-releases, the Nintendo Switch remains a stronghold for both long-time fans and newer audiences.

As always, players are encouraged to check out release reviews, provide feedback through community polls, and explore the growing variety of games launched weekly on the Nintendo eShop.

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