Tavern Talk Stories: Dreamwalker Launches on Nintendo Switch eShop — Gentle Troll Prequel Released June 9

Gentle Troll's visual novel prequel, Tavern Talk Stories: Dreamwalker, launched on the Nintendo Switch eShop on June 9. The game expands the studio's tavern-themed universe first seen in 2024's Tavern Talk, returning players to the world of Asteria with a prequel storyline set roughly 34 years before the original. Industry observers noted the game's release coincided with a surprise Nintendo Direct announcement. As Jim Norman reported, the timing was unfortunate: the Direct drew attention to major reveals — including updates related to Ocarina of Time and Kingdom Hearts IV — and diverted coverage that might otherwise have spotlighted the Dreamwalker launch. Tavern Talk Stories: Dreamwalker is a D&D-inspired visual novel that places players behind the bar at the Drowsy Dragon. Gentle Troll emphasizes player-driven narrative interaction through drink-mixing and quest-creation systems. Key, verified features of the release include: - Genre and setting: A Dungeons & Dragons-inspired visual novel set in Asteria, serving as a prequel to 2024's Tavern Talk. - Core gameplay: Mix magical, fate-altering drinks for a colorful, tabletop-RPG-inspired cast and influence patrons' storylines. - Mechanics refinement: Updated drink-mixing and quest-making systems intended to add challenge and depth compared to the original. - Narrative scope: Multiple outcomes with three unique endings and an estimated immersive reading experience of at least 10 hours on a first play-through. - World and characters: The Drowsy Dragon tavern hosts an array of TTRPG-inspired patrons; players gather rumours to generate quests for adventuring guests. Availability and pricing are confirmed on the Nintendo Switch eShop. The standalone release is listed at £13.99 / $15.99, with a 10% launch discount applied during the promotional period. A bundle that includes Tavern Talk and Tavern Talk Stories: Dreamwalker is available for £29.50 / $33.99. This release consolidates Gentle Troll's position in the indie visual-novel space on Nintendo Switch, offering returning players continuity and newcomers a self-contained entry point. For readers tracking indie releases on the eShop, Dreamwalker represents a verified addition to the platform's catalogue as of June 9.