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Garfield: Escape From Monday Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch — 24 September 2026
Microids and OSome Studio confirm Garfield: Escape From Monday for Nintendo Switch, arriving physically and digitally on 24 September 2026. Read the feature breakdown...
Duskfade Switch 2 Release Date Confirmed: Weird Beluga’s PS2-Inspired Action-Platformer Arrives August 13, 2026
Weird Beluga and Fireshine Games confirm Duskfade for Switch 2 with an August 13, 2026 launch. Read platform details, demo availability for PC and PS5, and how the...
Duskfade Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Announced: August 13, 2026
Fireshire Games and Weird Beluga announce Duskfade, a PS2-era inspired 3D action platformer, arriving on Nintendo Switch 2 and other platforms on August 13, 2026. Read...
Cuphead Sequel and Mighty Cuphead Adventure Spin-Off Confirmed by Studio MDHR
Studio MDHR confirms a hand‑animated Cuphead sequel is in development and announces Mighty Cuphead Adventure, an 8‑bit spin‑off for modern consoles and PC. Background...
Trine 6: Together in Time Release Date — Trine 6 Heads to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on September 25, 2026
Trine 6: Together in Time from Frozenbyte and Cooldown Games launches on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on September 25, 2026. Learn about the five playable...
N Plus infinity Times Two Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027 — Metanet Reveals New Multiplayer Modes
Metanet Software announces N Plus infinity Times Two for Nintendo Switch 2, arriving in 2027 with five multiplayer modes, expanded co-op, and a 50+ artist soundtrack.
Mighty Cuphead Adventure Announced for Sega Master System and Modern Consoles
Studio MDHR reveals Mighty Cuphead Adventure — an Assembly-coded 8-bit Cuphead spinoff built to Sega Master System specs and compatible with modern consoles and PC.
Cuphead Sequel and Mighty Cuphead Adventure Announced at Summer Games Fest 2026 — Studio MDHR Reveals New Projects
Studio MDHR announced a hand-animated Cuphead sequel and an 8-bit spinoff, Mighty Cuphead Adventure, during Summer Games Fest 2026. Read the verified details, platform...
Mina the Hollower Review: Yacht Club Games’ Retro Top‑Down Adventure on Nintendo Switch
An in-depth review of Mina the Hollower from Yacht Club Games, covering gameplay, mechanics, difficulty, and design on Nintendo platforms including Nintendo Switch and...
Donkey Kong 64 Arrives on Nintendo Switch Online: Rare's 1999 N64 Classic Available Now
Donkey Kong 64, developed by Rare and originally released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999, is now available in the Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Classics app for Nintendo Switch...
Rayman Legends Retold on Nintendo Switch 2: 60 fps, Ray Tracing, and DLSS Confirmed
Technical director Thibaut Assandri outlines how Ubisoft optimized Rayman Legends Retold for Nintendo Switch 2 — 60 fps, ray tracing, DLSS support, and parity...
Rayman Legends Retold for Nintendo Switch 2: Release Date, Features, and 60 FPS Target
Ubisoft's Rayman Legends Retold arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 October 1, 2026, featuring a reimagined visual style, new story content, fully voiced cinematics, and a 60...
Rayman Legends Retold Nintendo Switch 2: Release Date, Features, and Official Details
Ubisoft confirms Rayman Legends Retold for Nintendo Switch 2 launching 1 October 2026. Read verified details on developers, features, soundtrack, editions, and...
Rayman Legends Retold: Ubisoft Milan's 3D Remake Heading to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026
Ubisoft Milan's Rayman Legends Retold revamps the acclaimed 2013 platformer into a 2.5D/3D experience for Nintendo Switch 2. Read developer comments, launch date...
Rayman Legends Retold: Ubisoft’s Faithful Remake Poised for Nintendo Switch 2 Release
A hands-on look at Rayman Legends Retold from Ubisoft Montpellier, covering gameplay fidelity, visual changes, new content, and the announced Nintendo Switch 2 release...
Rayman Legends Retold Hands-On: Ubisoft’s 3D Remake Respects the 2013 Classic
Hands-on preview of Rayman Legends Retold from Ubisoft Montpellier. Read an authoritative, SEO-optimized look at the remake’s shift to 3D, design philosophy, and how...
Rayman Legends Retold: Ubisoft Reveals 3D Remake and October 1, 2026 Release
Ubisoft announced Rayman Legends Retold, a 3D remake of the 2013 platformer, coming October 1, 2026 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and a Nintendo platform listed as...
Rayman Legends Retold for Switch 2: Ubisoft Announces October 1 Release and New Visual Upgrades
Ubisoft has announced Rayman Legends Retold for Nintendo Switch 2, releasing October 1 at $39.99/€39.99. Read about new visuals, added levels, and the included Rayman...
Rayman Legends Retold Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 — Full Details on Editions and Rayman Origins Enhanced
Ubisoft officially announces Rayman Legends: Retold for Nintendo Switch 2, launching October 1, 2026. Learn about editions, price, included Rayman Origins: Enhanced,...
Rayman Legends Retold Preview Surfaces Early Ahead of Embargo — Ubisoft Montpellier Update
A preview and screenshots for Rayman Legends Retold appeared online ahead of an embargo. Here’s what is verified about the developer, platform history, and the timing...
Gravity Circuit 2 Coming to Nintendo Switch in 2027: Developer Domesticated Ant Games Confirms Sequel
Domesticated Ant Games and Dear Villagers have announced Gravity Circuit 2 for Nintendo Switch, scheduled for release in 2027. Read verified details on platforms,...
Gravity Circuit 2 announced for Nintendo Switch in 2027 — Domesticated Ant Games sequel details
Gravity Circuit 2, the sequel from Domesticated Ant Games and publisher Dear Villagers, is coming to Nintendo Switch in 2027. Read the confirmed details on characters,...
Zozo and the Lost Dreams Nintendo Switch Release Set for 2026 — Red Dunes Games and Agate Announce
Red Dunes Games and Agate have announced Zozo and the Lost Dreams, a cartoon-inspired Metroidvania platformer, is coming to Nintendo Switch later in 2026.
Spanky Bat-a-Swing Nintendo Switch: Green Flamingo Announces Rhythm-Driven Action Platformer
Green Flamingo confirms debut action platformer Spanky Bat-a-Swing for Nintendo Switch, featuring an electro swing soundtrack, 1930s-style hand-animated visuals, and a...
A Frog's Job 2: Froggina Arrives on Nintendo Switch May 29, 2026
A Frog's Job 2: Froggina from Ratalaika Games and 9Ratones launches on Nintendo Switch and the eShop on May 29, 2026. Learn about gameplay, price, and platform details.
Chicken Climber Nintendo Switch Release: Ratalaika Games and Burst Games Launch Vertical Platformer on May 22
Chicken Climber, a jump-only vertical platformer from Burst Games and published by Ratalaika Games, launches digitally on Nintendo Switch via the eShop on May 22 for...
Tumblepop: Memories Nintendo Switch Release Confirmed for 2026 — CRT Games Reimagines 1991 Arcade Classic
CRT Games and Daewon Media Game Lab announced Tumblepop: Memories for Nintendo Switch, a modern remake of the 1991 arcade platformer with new modes, original versions,...
Haneda Girl Nintendo Switch Release: Aeternum Game Studios’ Side-Scrolling Action Arrives May 7
Haneda Girl, developed by Aeternum Game Studios and Studio Koba, is a side-scrolling action platformer launching on Nintendo Switch May 7. Learn about gameplay,...
Limbot Set for July Release on Nintendo Switch: Ionized Studios Unveils Co-op Cardboard Robot Adventure
Ionized Studios announces Limbot, a cooperative 3D platformer for Nintendo Switch, launching July. Up to four players team up to control parts of a giant cardboard...
Fan-Led Prince of Persia Mod Brings Next-Gen Visuals to Classic Platformer on PC
Following the cancellation of Ubisoft's remake, the Prince of Persia Universe community has announced a large-scale mod project to update the legendary platformer with...
ChainStaff Launches on Nintendo Switch: Brutal 80s Sci-Fi Action Platformer Debuts with New Trailer
Mommy’s Best Games unleashes ChainStaff, an intense retro-inspired action platformer, on Nintendo Switch. Discover gameplay details, unique features, and insights from...
Nullstar: Solus Release Date Announced for Nintendo Switch – Fast-Paced Drone Platformer Hits eShop April 2026
Nullstar: Solus, the sci-fi drone platformer developed by indie.io and Smash Attack Aus, is set for a worldwide Nintendo Switch launch on April 16, 2026. Discover...
BioMenace Remastered: First Episode Now Free for Evercade Owners
Evercade owners can download the first episode of BioMenace Remastered for free, as Blaze Entertainment and Rigel Gameworks bring a classic Apogee platformer into the...
The Confinement Launches on Nintendo Switch: Precision Platformer Arrives April 9, 2026
Discover 'The Confinement', a fast-paced precision platformer from QUByte Interactive and Mr. Dev Studio, landing on Nintendo Switch via eShop this April.
Ninjora Echoes Brings Strategic Shadow-Clone Platforming to Nintendo Switch on April 10, 2026
Ratalaika Games and Bug-Studio announce the release of Ninjora Echoes, a unique 2D platformer featuring innovative shadow clone mechanics, coming to Nintendo Switch on...
Atomic Owl Nintendo Switch Release Date Confirmed: All You Need to Know
Eastasiasoft and Monster Theater announce the release date for Atomic Owl, a pixel art roguelite platformer launching on Nintendo Switch. Discover key features,...
Go Go Mister Chickums Launches on Nintendo Switch: Classic Platformer Brings 80s Arcade Vibes
com8com1 Software releases Go Go Mister Chickums on Nintendo Switch, offering a nostalgic single-screen platformer inspired by 80s arcade classics, now available via...
Little Nightmares 2 Enhanced Edition Announced for Nintendo Switch 2: Release Date and Enhanced Features Confirmed
Bandai Namco confirms Little Nightmares 2 Enhanced Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, launching May 29, 2026, with improved visuals and performance. Learn about the game's...
The Confinement Debuts on Nintendo Switch: Challenging First-Person Platformer Launches April 9
QUByte Interactive and Mr. Dev Studio unveil The Confinement, a punishing first-person precision platformer for Nintendo Switch, launching April 9.
Super Meat Boy 3D Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2: Headup and Sluggerfly's Brutal Platformer Returns
Headup and Sluggerfly announce Super Meat Boy 3D's global release on Nintendo Switch 2, reviving the legendary platformer with new features and a March 2026 launch date.
Zool Returns: Gremlin Interactive Classic Gets Definitive Physical Release
The iconic platformer Zool is set for a premium physical re-release by 33 Games and Umbra Dynamics, reviving Gremlin Interactive’s classic for modern and legacy hardware.
Impact Armor Alpha Demo Revives SNES-Era Mecha Action on Amiga A1200
Impact Armor Alpha, developed by 2Bit Combo, brings classic mecha platformer gameplay to the Amiga AGA line and teases potential Sega Mega Drive and Neo Geo ports....
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Rated in Korea: SEGA’s 3D Platformer May See New Content on Nintendo Switch
SEGA's Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition has been rated in Korea, signaling potential new content and updates for the acclaimed 3D platformer. Discover what this...
Hoa 2 Announced for Nintendo Switch 2: PM Studios and Skrollcat Studio Expand the Beloved Adventure
PM Studios and Skrollcat Studio have officially announced Hoa 2 for Nintendo Switch 2, set for a global digital release via the Nintendo eShop in 2026. This sequel...
Out of Words: Handcrafted Co-Op Adventure Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026
Explore Out of Words, the upcoming cooperative platformer from Kong Orange, Wired Fly, and Epic Games, set for release on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. Discover...
Donkey Kong Bananza: Developer Insights on Elephant Bananza Transformation and Nintendo Switch Innovations
Explore how the team behind Donkey Kong Bananza crafted the transformative Elephant Bananza power-up, balancing fun and destruction on Nintendo Switch. Exclusive...
Donkey Kong Bananza: Developer Insights Into Creative Destruction on Nintendo Switch
Donkey Kong Bananza developer Tatsuya Kurihara shares insights from GDC on how the Nintendo Switch platformer's environmental destruction mechanics evolved.
Super Meat Boy 3D Release Date, Price, and Features Revealed for Nintendo Switch 2
Super Meat Boy 3D launches March 31 on Nintendo Switch 2. Discover gameplay highlights, pricing, and what fans can expect from this challenging platformer.
Dracamar: Petoons Studio Unveils Mediterranean-Inspired 3D Platformer for Nintendo Switch Release in April
Discover Dracamar, the vibrant 3D action-adventure game from Petoons Studio launching on Nintendo Switch in April. Explore Mediterranean landscapes, rescue magical...
Croc: Legend of the Gobbos Gets Long-Overdue Re-Release and Surprising New PS1 Cheat Code Discovery
Argonaut Games' classic 3D platformer 'Croc: Legend of the Gobbos' has made headlines with its modern re-release and the recent discovery of a new cheat code in its...
Adventurous Slime Launches on Nintendo Switch: New Metroidvania from Ratalaika Games and lightUP
Adventurous Slime, a mini Metroidvania platformer from Ratalaika Games and lightUP, launches on Nintendo Switch this Friday, March 13, featuring retro aesthetics,...
Hoa 2 Announced for Nintendo Switch 2: Skrollcat Studio and PM Studios Bring Hand-Painted Magic to 3D in 2026
Hoa 2, the anticipated sequel to the acclaimed puzzle-platformer, is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. Developed by Skrollcat Studio and published by PM Studios,...
Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with New Cinematic Puzzle Adventure
Thunderful and Wishfully release Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf on Nintendo Switch 2, delivering a cinematic puzzle-platformer packed with emotional...
Windswept Receives Physical Release on Nintendo Switch: Curveball Games, Top Hat Studios, and Weatherfell Collaborate
Windswept, the acclaimed wind-powered platformer by Weatherfell, is set to launch as a physical Nintendo Switch release in Q2 2026, thanks to a partnership with...
Öoo Launches on Nintendo Switch: Innovative Puzzle Platformer Now Available Worldwide
Öoo, developed by NamaTakahashi and published by Amata, is now available globally on Nintendo Switch via the eShop. Explore creative bomb-based puzzles in this unique...
BIT.TRIP Rerunner Kickstarter Launches to Bring Remake to Nintendo Switch 2
Choice Provisions launches Kickstarter for BIT.TRIP Rerunner, aiming to port the acclaimed rhythm-platformer to Nintendo Switch 2, following its releases on Steam,...
Super Meat Boy 3D Release Date Confirmed for Switch 2: Launch Details, Gameplay Features, and Developer Insights
Super Meat Boy 3D is officially launching on Nintendo Switch 2, with Sluggerfly and Headup confirming a release date, pricing, and new gameplay features for this...
Gecko Gods Release Date Confirmed for Nintendo Switch: Super Rare Originals and Inresin Set April 2026 Launch
Super Rare Originals and Inresin officially announce the release date for Gecko Gods, a chill puzzle platformer, coming to Nintendo Switch via the eShop in April 2026....
Super Meat Boy 3D Announced for Nintendo Switch 2: 2026 Release Confirmed
Headup and Sluggerfly have confirmed Super Meat Boy 3D for Nintendo Switch 2, with the challenging platformer coming in 2026. Discover gameplay features, developer...
Amazon Games and Glowmade Cancel Nintendo Switch Release of King of Meat: Servers Scheduled to Close in 2026
Amazon Games and Glowmade have confirmed the cancellation of King of Meat's Nintendo Switch launch, with servers for the party platformer set to shut down in April...