Hello, gaming enthusiasts! Welcome to the SwitchArcade Round-Up for August 29th, 2024. Today's update features a robust selection of new game releases, along with a noteworthy list of sales. Let's dive into the details!

Featured New Releases

Emio – The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club ($49.99)

The Famicom Detective Club returns after a long hiatus with an all-new case. Staying true to the original games, this installment offers a fresh mystery presented in a style reminiscent of the recent Switch remakes. Solve the latest serial murder case! My review is coming soon.

Gundam Breaker 4 ($59.99)

Mikhail's comprehensive review provides a detailed look at Gundam Breaker 4's gameplay and Switch performance. In short: build and battle Gunplas! While performance naturally lags behind other platforms, it's still a satisfying experience. Check out Mikhail's insightful review for the full scoop.

Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn ($19.99)

Tengo Project continues its impressive streak of retro remakes. This 8-bit action-platformer offers a unique take on the original, distinct from their previous 16-bit projects. Fans of classic action-platformers should find this title appealing. My review will be available early next week.

Valfaris: Mecha Therion ($19.99)

A departure from its predecessor, Valfaris: Mecha Therion is a 2.5D side-scrolling shooter. While the genre shift might surprise some, it's a solid entry in its own right. Embrace the change and discover its enjoyable gameplay. A review is forthcoming.

Nour: Play With Your Food ($9.99)

This one's a bit of a mystery, even to me! Beautiful food imagery is the main draw, but the gameplay remains somewhat enigmatic. Perhaps photography, secret-finding, or a combination thereof? Mikhail might shed some light on this one.

Monster Jam Showdown ($49.99)

For fans of monster trucks, this game delivers. Featuring local and online multiplayer, multiple modes, and the thrill of monster truck action. While reception on other platforms has been mixed, it might be the perfect fit for enthusiasts seeking this niche experience.

WitchSpring R ($39.99)

A seemingly polished remake of the original WitchSpring, this title offers a charming "Atelier-esque" experience. However, the near-parity pricing with actual Atelier games might give some pause. Still, it appears to be the best-looking WitchSpring installment yet.

Depths of Sanity ($19.99)

Dive into a fantastical underwater horror adventure. Explore a dangerous interconnected world, unravel the mystery of your missing crew, and engage in thrilling combat. Well-received on other platforms, this title is likely to attract Switch players who enjoy exploration and action.

Voltaire: The Vegan Vampire ($19.99)

A farming-focused action game where a young vampire rebels against his father by embracing a vegan lifestyle. While I’m personally a bit fatigued by this genre, fans of farming and action might find it worth checking out.

Marble Abduction! Patti Hattu ($11.79)

This marble roller game features seventy stages, eighty marbles to collect, and secret challenges. If you enjoy the fast-paced thrill of marble rolling, this game offers a generous helping of the familiar formula.

Leo: The Firefighter Cat ($24.99)

A kid-friendly firefighting game with twenty missions. While most firefighting games on Switch aim for realism, this title caters to a younger audience with its approachable style.

Gori: Cuddly Carnage ($21.99)

A grotesque action game starring a hoverboarding cat. While the core gameplay is reportedly solid, the Switch version suffers from noticeable technical issues. Consider this if you’re not overly sensitive to framerate problems.

Arcade Archives Finalizer Super Transformation ($7.99)

A perhaps-obscure vertical shooter from Konami, featuring a transforming robot protagonist. This post-Xevious, pre-Tiger Heli title offers a unique charm for fans of classic shooters.

EGGCONSOLE Xanadu Scenario II PC-8801mkIISR ($6.49)

An early expansion pack for Xanadu, featuring a new underworld to explore. Gameplay remains largely unchanged, but the difficulty is increased. Notable for featuring the debut work of legendary composer Yuzo Koshiro.

The Backrooms: Survival ($10.99)

A blend of horror, survival, and roguelite elements. Ideal for online multiplayer with up to ten players, though the solo experience might be more niche due to its repetitive nature.

Can of Wormholes ($19.99)

A clever puzzle game where you, a sentient tin can, must deal with worms. One hundred unique puzzles keep the experience fresh and engaging. Recommended for puzzle game fans.

Ninja I & II ($9.99)

A pair of NES-style microgames featuring ninja-themed challenges. Local multiplayer or CPU competition is available.

Dice Make 10! ($3.99)

A surprisingly enjoyable puzzle game with two modes: a Tetris-style falling blocks mode and a wood block puzzle mode. The goal is to create rows or columns where the dice faces add up to ten or multiples of ten.

Sales

The 30th anniversary of The King of Fighters is celebrated with a sale on the entire Arcade Archives series. Many Pixel Game Maker Series titles are also at their lowest prices yet. Several other noteworthy indie titles are also on sale. Check out the full list below for more details.

Select New Sales (North American eShop, US Prices)

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Sales Ending Tomorrow, August 30th

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That's all for today! We'll be back tomorrow with more new releases, sales, and news. Thank you for reading!