Nintendo Switch eShop Update: July 3, 2025 – Touhou Artificial Dream in Arcadia, Super Mario Strikers, and More

Nintendo Switch eShop Update: July 3, 2025 – Touhou Artificial Dream in Arcadia, Super Mario Strikers, and More As July kicks off, the Nintendo eShop delivers a fresh batch of releases and offers across both the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo Switch 2 platforms.

This week’s North American Nintendo Download brings a strong lineup, featuring much-anticipated new titles, classic GameCube experiences, and a seasonal summer sale that provides discounts on a wide variety of Nintendo games. Leading the week’s launches is "Touhou Artificial Dream in Arcadia," making its debut on Nintendo Switch for $14.99.

This acclaimed entry in the Touhou Project series merges RPG elements with bullet-hell action, captivating players with its imaginative world and complex combat systems.

The arrival of "Touhou Artificial Dream in Arcadia" further cements Nintendo’s commitment to bringing diverse indie and niche titles to its expanding eShop library. Nintendo is also enhancing its subscription-based offerings with the addition of "Super Mario Strikers" through Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics.

Released originally in 2005, "Super Mario Strikers" is a beloved arcade-style soccer game that combines Mario franchise flair with fast-paced, competitive gameplay, now available to a new generation of players and longtime fans alike. Noteworthy retail releases and pre-orders this week include "WWE 2K25,” which promises updated rosters and modes for wrestling enthusiasts, and "Monument Valley 3,” available for pre-order in anticipation of its upcoming launch.

The eShop also expands its indie portfolio, welcoming entries such as "Aery: Peace of Mind 3,” "Poly Bridge 3," and "Slender Threads," each adding unique gameplay experiences at a range of price points. Other highlights among the new software available for download include: - "Aery: Peace of Mind 3" ($9.99) - "Poly Bridge 3" ($19.99) - "Slender Threads" ($19.99) - "Missile Command Delta" (launching July 8, $19.99) - "Tiny Pixels Vol.

2: Stormy Knights" (launching July 9, $4.99) - "Myst House" (available July 5, $9.99) In parallel with these game launches, Nintendo is hosting a major eShop Summer Sale across Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 platforms.

Running through July 9 at 11:59 p.m.

PT, this sale offers significant discounts on select titles.

Players can browse deals and make immediate purchases via Nintendo.com or directly through their Nintendo Switch system, ensuring instant access to discounted games.

For a comprehensive list of sale titles, fans are encouraged to visit Nintendo’s official sales and deals page. In a statement summarizing this week’s eShop activity, a Nintendo representative highlighted, “This week’s Nintendo Download offers a dynamic mix of new releases, classic favorites, and exclusive deals, giving players even more ways to enjoy their Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 systems.” With an ever-growing catalog and regular updates, the Nintendo eShop continues to be a leading digital platform for video game discovery and purchase.

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