Why RPG Fans Shouldn't Miss The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy on Nintendo Switch

The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy, the brilliant turn-based RPG from acclaimed developers Kotaro Uchikoshi and Kazutaka Kodaka of Too Kyo Games, launched on Nintendo Switch to critical acclaim.

Its arrival marks a significant moment for RPG enthusiasts, especially as the genre enjoys an extraordinary wave of releases.

Last week, the gaming community witnessed the near-simultaneous launch of three major RPG titles: Oblivion Remastered, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy. While Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered captured widespread attention across social media and gaming forums, The Hundred Line quickly garnered a passionate following among critics and players.

On Metacritic, the game currently holds a strong average score of 85, with outlets like Nintendo Life praising its unique blend of strategy gameplay and visual novel storytelling, awarding it a notable 9/10. The developer camaraderie in the industry has also shone brightly.

Guillaume Broch, director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, used social media to encourage fans to experience another excellent turn-based RPG after concluding their own adventure, referencing The Hundred Line directly and highlighting a tweet from Kazutaka Kodaka that celebrated Broch’s French-developed project.

Broch remarked that players should check out “another great turn-based RPG” once they complete their Expedition, a gesture that underlines the supportive spirit permeating the current RPG landscape. Such mutual recognition underscores a collaborative culture where developers like Too Kyo Games and the teams behind Clair Obscur and Oblivion Remastered promote one another’s work, rather than viewing new releases solely as competition.

In fact, last week saw Oblivion’s developers, Bethesda, also join in lauding the achievements of Expedition 33—another reminder of the vibrant, interconnected nature of today’s games industry. Despite having fewer reviews compared to Clair Obscur and the high-profile shadow-drop of Oblivion Remastered, The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy remains a standout on Nintendo Switch.

The title offers an inventive mix of turn-based strategy, narrative-driven visual novel segments, rich character writing, and even dating sim elements—the kind of genre-bending experience fans have come to expect from creators like Kodaka and Uchikoshi, famous for Danganronpa and Zero Escape, respectively. With so many high-profile RPGs launching at once, it’s easy for players to overlook hidden gems.

But with its critical success, innovative gameplay, and strong recommendations from industry veterans, The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy is a must-try for fans seeking something fresh on the Nintendo Switch eShop.

If you’re exploring this RPG-rich season, make sure to add The Hundred Line to your list—its compelling world and unique mechanics deserve your attention.

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