New Game Highlights for the Nintendo Switch - Available Immediately After Nintendo Direct

23 February 2024 / by Tom Schwiha
New Game Highlights for the Nintendo Switch - Available Immediately After Nintendo Direct

These new games are now available to play on the Nintendo Switch.

Penny's Big Breakaway - A Colorful 3D Adventure

Developed by the team behind Sonic Mania, Penny's Big Breakaway stands out as a vibrant 3D action-platformer. The game is now available on Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, promising an exciting adventure.

Pocket Card Jockey: Ride On - Unique Solitaire Experience

One of the most original solitaire games has been remastered for the Switch. Pocket Card Jockey: Ride On brings the 3DS game with visual improvements and new rules that encourage more strategic gameplay. A demo is also available for those interested.

Suika Game DLC - Multiplayer Fun Expanded

Good news for Suika Games fans: The multiplayer mode expansion pack is now available, offering three modes – Original, Time Limit, and Attack. Currently, only local multiplayer is possible, but online play will be added "in the future" for this expansion pack. A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required for online play.

Unicorn Overlord (Demo) - Tactical Finesse

From Vanillaware, known for Dragon's Crown and 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, comes Unicorn Overlord. The game offers a new take on the tactics genre. Those who want a sneak peek before the official release on March 8 can try out the demo.

Contra: Operation Galuga (Demo) - Classic Reimagined

Contra: Operation Galuga, a reimagining of the classic 80s run 'n' gun game, will be released on March 12. A demo is available beforehand to see if the original can still impress today.

Pepper Grinder (Demo) - Action-Packed Platforming Experience

Pepper Grinder, one of Devolver Digital's games for 2024, is an action platformer that uses drilling as its main means of movement. The demo recently released on Steam, but now Switch players can also test the game on their console. The release date is March 28.

Pentiment - Available Tomorrow

Technically not today, but close enough for a mention. Pentiment, previously exclusive to Obsidian's Xbox console, is a narrative-driven adventure where you uncover the truth behind a series of murders. It will be available on the Switch tomorrow.

Nintendo Switch Online Expansions

Lastly, Nintendo announced new additions to its Switch Online catalog, focusing on games from Rare. Killer Instinct and Battletoads In Battlemaniacs are part of the SNES library, while R.C. Pro-Am and Snake Rattle N Roll complement the NES lineup. Subscribers to the pricier Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack also get access to Blast Corps in the Nintendo 64 catalog. All five games are available starting today.

A Wealth of New Experiences Await

Switch Becomes Even More Versatile

With these games and demos now available following the recent Nintendo Direct, the offerings on the Nintendo Switch have significantly expanded. From action-packed platformers to tactical adventures and classic reimaginings, the selection caters to every type of player. It's exciting to see Nintendo and its partners continue to push the boundaries of what's possible on the Switch, offering players worldwide new and unique experiences.

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