Octodad: Dadliest Catch Gets Physical Release on Nintendo Switch via Limited Run Games

Octodad: Dadliest Catch, the beloved indie adventure developed by Young Horses, is officially making its way to store shelves with a physical Nintendo Switch release thanks to Limited Run Games.

After a popular digital debut on the Nintendo Switch eShop back in 2017, this unique title is finally giving fans the boxed release they've been requesting for years. A hallmark of the indie game movement, Octodad: Dadliest Catch originally launched across multiple platforms in 2014, earning praise for its absurd premise and relatable humor.

Players take on the role of Octodad, a sharply dressed octopus posing as a human father, desperately attempting to keep his true identity hidden from his unsuspecting family.

The game’s signature challenge stems from Octodad’s awkward, floppy tentacles, which transform everyday tasks into hilarious obstacles and create moments of genuine chaos. Limited Run Games announced that pre-orders for the physical edition of Octodad: Dadliest Catch on Nintendo Switch will begin on July 18, 2025.

While the company has clarified that no special or collector’s editions are planned for this release, the standard boxed version will offer long-time supporters and newcomers alike a chance to own a tangible copy of this indie gem. Octodad: Dadliest Catch has built a strong following over the years, thanks in large part to its unusual premise and engaging gameplay.

Since launching on the Switch eShop, it has remained a standout example of how innovative design and quirky storytelling can capture players’ imaginations.

Its arrival as a physical release by Limited Run Games highlights the continued demand for boxed editions of digital favorites among Nintendo Switch collectors. A spokesperson from Limited Run Games emphasized the significance of the upcoming launch, stating that fans have been asking for a physical edition of Octodad: Dadliest Catch for quite some time, and the company is eager to bring this unique title into collectors’ hands.

The release continues Limited Run’s tradition of spotlighting noteworthy digital titles and delivering them in premium physical formats for the Nintendo Switch platform. With the Octodad: Dadliest Catch Nintendo Switch physical release scheduled for pre-orders on July 18, 2025, fans can look forward to revisiting the chaotic antics of Octodad or discovering the joy of destruction, deception, and fatherhood for the first time—all while adding a coveted item to their collections.

Coverage of additional Limited Run Games titles and Nintendo Switch physical releases continues to showcase the enduring appeal of both indie successes and physical media in the modern gaming landscape.

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