Nova Hearts Release Date Announced for Nintendo Switch: Turn-Based Combat Dating Adventure Arrives in 2025

Lightbulb Crew and Shoreline Games have officially announced the highly anticipated release date for Nova Hearts, the innovative turn-based combat dating adventure.

The game is set for launch on the Nintendo Switch via the Nintendo eShop on June 19, 2025, priced at $24.99.

This partnership marks the debut of Nova Hearts on Nintendo's popular hybrid console, following considerable player interest since its initial reveal. Nova Hearts is a genre-blending experience that invites players into a vibrant world where everyday life takes a turn towards the extraordinary.

Set in a familiar hometown backdrop, players and a colorful cast of attractive characters are suddenly transformed into superheroes and villains after the arrival of a mysterious force.

The game's central premise blends dynamic turn-based magical combat with a rich narrative centered on relationships, choices, and personal growth. "We are thrilled to bring Nova Hearts to the Nintendo Switch, allowing players to experience its unique mix of tactical battles and relationship-driven storytelling," said the development team at Lightbulb Crew.

The announcement underscores the studio's commitment to delivering engaging gameplay that rewards both strategy and emotional investment. Nova Hearts' gameplay revolves around assembling a team of super-powered allies, each with their own cosmic alter-egos and unique abilities.

The combat system is powered by an innovative timeline mechanic, enabling players to coordinate attacks, execute devastating combos, and unlock new skills as relationships develop.

The emotional bonds you forge directly impact combat outcomes, introducing new tactical options as you deepen or complicate your connections. In addition to combat, Nova Hearts places a strong emphasis on character interactions and decision-making.

Players can text, talk, date, and navigate a web of friendships, rivalries, and romances—including first loves, frenemies, and more.

Your in-game phone serves as a hub for managing social connections, tracking narrative developments, and honing magical skills, encouraging meaningful engagement both in and out of battle. Shoreline Games and Lightbulb Crew have confirmed a retail price of $24.99 for the Nintendo Switch version on the eShop, with a potential launch discount being considered.

Fans eager to immerse themselves in Nova Hearts' blend of cosmic adventure and heartfelt storytelling can mark their calendars for June 19, 2025. Stay tuned for further updates and, in the meantime, preview the official trailer to see the game's distinctive style and mechanics in action.

Nova Hearts is poised to become a memorable addition to the Nintendo Switch library, merging turn-based gameplay with the complexities of modern relationships.

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