Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown Brings Turn-Based Action to Nintendo Switch on August 14

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown, the latest imaginative entry in the TMNT franchise, is set to make its debut on the Nintendo Switch on August 14, 2024.

Developed by Strange Scaffold, widely known for their creative projects such as Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator and I Am Your Beast, this fresh direction for the Turtles arrived on PC earlier in the year, earning acclaim for its inventive gameplay and visual style. Tactical Takedown distinguishes itself from previous Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles titles by introducing turn-based strategy mechanics.

Players will take command of Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, or Michelangelo, navigating grid-based arenas reminiscent of tabletop games.

The narrative sets a somber tone, with series staples Shredder and Master Splinter now gone, creating a world where the heroes in a half-shell must forge their own path. Strange Scaffold describes the title as featuring "innovative turn-based beat-em-up combat," combining strategic decisions with the high-energy combo attacks fans expect from the franchise.

Each Turtle features customizable movesets, allowing players to craft individualized approaches for every mission across 20 action-filled levels.

These are divided into campaigns focused on each character’s strength and unique storyline, providing a fresh perspective on the beloved TMNT universe. Tactical Takedown is presented with a distinctive art direction, styled after graphic novels and tabletop figurines.

The boardgame-inspired visuals, complete with diorama setpieces and paint splatter effects, set a striking scene for the action-packed gameplay.

Complementing the aesthetic is a robust soundtrack composed by award-winning music creator RJ Lake, whose previous credits include Unbeatable and I Am Your Beast. A standout addition to the Nintendo Switch version is the Remix Mode, debuting with the platform’s launch.

This mode delivers enhanced enemy variety, greater difficulty spikes, and elevated customization for each Turtle’s loadout.

Remarkably, Remix Mode becomes available level-by-level as players progress, ensuring accessibility throughout the main campaign without the need to complete the full story first. Key features include: - 20 challenging levels, organized into campaigns for each Turtle - Mutating arenas and environmental elements - Deep character customization - Unique visual presentation inspired by tabletop and graphic novel art - A multi-genre, energetic soundtrack by RJ Lake Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown is available on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch starting August 14, extending its reach to a wider fanbase following its earlier PC release.

With its innovative gameplay, compelling design, and Switch-exclusive features, this title is poised to offer both long-time TMNT fans and newcomers a strategic, action-packed experience.

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