Squirrel with a Gun Announced for Nintendo Switch: Release Date and Key Features Revealed

Nintendo has officially announced that Squirrel with a Gun will be launching on the Nintendo Switch, with its confirmed release date set for November 18, 2025.

Developed as a highly unique blend of sandbox shooter and puzzle platformer, Squirrel with a Gun has captured attention thanks to its quirky premise and captivating gameplay.

This upcoming addition marks another notable release for the Nintendo Switch and its successor platform, expanding the system’s diverse library of creative titles. First introduced to audiences through viral social media clips showcasing a gun-toting squirrel, the game has steadily built a dedicated following.

Now, Switch owners will soon get the chance to experience this eccentric take on action-adventure firsthand.

The title will arrive via the Nintendo eShop, timed to take advantage of the heightened anticipation for upcoming Nintendo Switch releases. In Squirrel with a Gun, players assume the role of the neighborhood’s most mischievous rodent.

The central gameplay loop revolves around battling elite agents while solving intricate puzzles—all in pursuit of the ultimate goal: hoarding golden acorns.

True to its sandbox shooter roots, the game offers players various weapons, allowing creative interaction with the environment and unique enemy takedowns.

Players can expect to upgrade their arsenal, face off against formidable bosses (including tanks), and uncover hidden bunkers scattered throughout the secret underground facility where the adventure unfolds. The puzzle platforming aspect comes into play as you collect golden acorns by solving challenging rooms that require both intellect and inventive use of weapon recoil for platforming boosts.

Accumulating enough acorns grants access to hidden game sections, providing incentives to thoroughly explore and experiment.

The open-ended nature of the game world allows for a wide range of antics—from causing chaos in a lively neighborhood, cruising in a pint-sized toy car, or interacting with curious bystanders, whether to help out for rewards or stir up further mayhem.

Cosmetic unlocks ensure that every player’s squirrel can have a style all its own. Nintendo commented on the announcement, highlighting Squirrel with a Gun’s appeal as both "a fresh approach to sandbox action and a playful, innovative platformer designed to engage seasoned and new players alike." The upcoming release joins a growing lineup of inventive indie games and third-party hits on the Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 platforms, reinforcing Nintendo’s commitment to supporting diverse game experiences through the Nintendo eShop.

With its confirmed November 18, 2025 debut, Squirrel with a Gun is poised to become one of the more memorable releases in the coming year. For gamers eager to see Squirrel with a Gun in action, the official trailer can be viewed on Nintendo Direct channels and the Nintendo eShop.

Stay tuned for more news and updates on Nintendo Switch 2 releases and the latest titles coming to the platform.

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