Prelude Dark Pain Announced for Nintendo Switch: Tactical RPG from Quickfire Games Arrives in 2025

Quickfire Games has officially announced that its anticipated tactical RPG, Prelude Dark Pain, is slated for release on the Nintendo Switch in 2025.

The announcement comes as part of the developer’s broader campaign to engage the RPG community through an active Kickstarter initiative and offers the latest example of Nintendo Switch’s growing library of immersive, strategy-focused titles. Set within the war-ravaged world of Statera, Prelude Dark Pain places players in the role of Soren, a former blacksmith and reluctant hero who is driven into rebellion against the oppressive Order of the Ashen Crusade.

Joined by allies such as Tizon, Tammais, and Maya, Soren must confront the ancient evils that shadow his homeland, forging new destinies in the process. The tactical RPG offers a comprehensive suite of features designed to appeal to both genre veterans and newcomers: - Over 20 playable heroes, each with unique, branching talent trees and access to 25+ special skills. - Deep squad-based combat across eight distinct classes, including roles such as DPS, Support, and Assassin. - A branching narrative system where player choice impacts not just story outcomes but also the fate of allies and the greater world of Statera. - Encounter-driven gameplay with more than 70 diverse enemy types and culturally varied factions populating the game environment. - Settlement management functions that enable crafting, strategic resource planning, and hero delegation between battles. - Expansive sidequests and World Missions that unlock lore, additional recruits, and vital resources. A recent statement from the developers emphasized the game’s commitment to player agency and depth: "We're creating a rich tactical RPG experience where every decision matters, and players feel the weight of survival and rebellion in a world teetering on the brink." The Kickstarter campaign for Prelude Dark Pain has seen significant momentum, edging closer to its funding goal.

Backers are offered an exclusive collector’s edition, comprising the game itself, the original soundtrack, a selection of postcards featuring concept art, a comprehensive art book chronicling development, a steelbook case with exclusive artwork, and a specially designed collector’s box. Prelude Dark Pain is scheduled to make its debut on the Nintendo Switch late in 2025.

Quickfire Games continues to offer regular development updates and has shared an official trailer, providing an early look at gameplay, strategic combat, and story elements.

Enthusiasts can access more information—including how to support the development via Kickstarter—through the game’s official channels and anticipate further Nintendo Switch and eShop updates as release approaches. For more news on Nintendo Switch releases, upcoming tactical RPGs, and Kickstarter-fueled indie projects, stay tuned to our ongoing Nintendo coverage.

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