Wanted Shadows: Unchained Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch – Release Set for Q4

Conradical Games has officially announced the upcoming release of Wanted Shadows: Unchained for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, set to launch in the fourth quarter of this year.

Positioned as a significant evolution of 2023’s Wanted Shadows, the new standalone title offers a comprehensive overhaul, delivering enhanced gameplay systems, a living hub world, and deepened progression mechanics for fans and new players alike.

Wanted Shadows: Unchained is more than just a sequel—it is a ground-up reimagining that leverages player feedback and the latest hardware capabilities of the Nintendo Switch platforms.

According to Conradical Games, the development team focused on refining the core arena-based combat while expanding the overall game world through an interactive hub, smarter progression design, and tighter, more dynamic gameplay. Key enhancements in Wanted Shadows: Unchained include the introduction of dual weapon combat.

Players can now equip both melee and ranged weapons simultaneously, creating opportunities for unique combos by exploiting weapon-specific upgrades.

The game’s arenas have also been redesigned to provide more compact, intense action, making each battle more challenging and rewarding.

Every movement is critical as players engage in relentless combat against waves of escalating adversaries. Progression has been deepened significantly in Unchained, with a broader selection of playable characters, extended upgrade possibilities, more powerful abilities, and new regions to explore.

The addition of an achievements system grants permanent upgrades, allowing players to reach unprecedented power levels as they refine their skills and experiment with synergistic abilities.

This new approach encourages mastery and rewards long-term investment in the game’s mechanics. A standout feature is the living hub world, where players can interact with non-playable characters and unearth more about the enigmatic Shadows universe.

The hub environment adds context and narrative depth, giving fans a reason to return and explore as they progress. Wanted Shadows: Unchained is designed to appeal to both newcomers and returning fans.

Conradical Games is offering an incentive for owners of the original Wanted Shadows on Steam: a 50% discount on Unchained through a dedicated bundle, making the transition to the new version even more accessible. With its Q4 2024 release window and launch on both the Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch via the Nintendo eShop, Wanted Shadows: Unchained is set to expand the indie lineup available for Nintendo platforms.

As Conradical Games continues to refine its unique blend of action-focused gameplay and progression depth, this release underscores the developer’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality experiences to the indie and Nintendo communities.

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