Published on: June 20, 2024
Nintendo Download: June 2024 Highlights – Moonstone Island, Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble, and More Hit the eShop
As the Nintendo Switch continues to celebrate its immense global popularity, the latest Nintendo Download update for North America brings a fresh wave of new releases to the eShop.
Hot on the heels of a recent Nintendo Direct brimming with news but light on surprise shadow drops, Switch owners have a diverse mix of indie gems and beloved franchises to choose from this week.
Let's take a closer look at some of the essential titles and developer achievements topping the charts in June 2024.
Moonstone Island (Raw Fury)
Leading this week's update is Moonstone Island by Raw Fury, released June 19th for $19.99.
This innovative creature-collecting, dungeon-crawling, and deck-building life simulation offers players a vibrant adventure across 100 procedurally generated floating islands.
Aspiring alchemists can engage in tactical card battles, collect over 60 unique Spirits, and immerse themselves in social and farming activities.
In an official statement, Raw Fury highlighted Moonstone Island's unique blend of genres, emphasizing that the title allows players to “craft their own adventure through exploration, friendly villages, and compelling, collectible combat.”
Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble (SEGA)
Set to roll onto the Nintendo Switch on June 25th at $49.99, SEGA’s Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble brings AiAi and the iconic monkey crew back for their latest and most ambitious outing.
With over 200 stages and a new Spin Dash move, players can customize their characters and team up in a brand new co-op Adventure Mode.
Notably, Banana Rumble debuts an expanded multiplayer feature, allowing up to 16 players to compete online for the first time in series history.
SEGA’s team proudly described Banana Rumble as "an exciting leap for the franchise, offering extensive multiplayer madness and greater customization than ever before."
METAL SLUG ATTACK RELOADED (SNK)
Retro fans are treated to METAL SLUG ATTACK RELOADED from SNK, released June 18th at $9.99.
This reimagined tower defense entry preserves the series' trademark pixel-art style while introducing strategic, beginner-friendly gameplay.
Players can unlock hundreds of characters, tackle a special ANOTHER STORY mode with exclusive scenarios, and challenge others globally for leaderboard supremacy.
Other Notable Switch eShop Releases
Beyond these highlights, the eShop update includes an array of genres—such as the tactical roguelite Dicefolk, innovative farming sim Everafter Falls, retro-inspired Cave Digger 2, and puzzle adventure Frogun Encore.
Not to be overlooked, the bundle Action Games Bundle offers intense experiences for action fans, while story-rich adventures like Times & Galaxy invite players to discover new narrative horizons.
Each title reflects the Nintendo Switch’s ongoing commitment to variety, quality, and innovation found in today's digital gaming marketplace.
Community Response
Player interest has been strong for this week’s lineup, with Moonstone Island, Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble, and METAL SLUG ATTACK RELOADED ranking as the community’s top picks in a recent Nintendo Life poll.
The diversity of genres and experiences represented highlights the eShop’s vital role in maintaining the platform’s appeal.
Conclusion
Whether searching for creature-collecting adventures, competitive party games, or nostalgic tributes to retro classics, the latest Nintendo Switch eShop releases ensure every player finds something to enjoy.
Stay tuned for more updates as Nintendo continues to expand the Switch library with new titles from renowned developers including Raw Fury, SEGA, and SNK.
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