{"id":135789,"date":"2026-01-23T16:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T16:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/#article-196120"},"modified":"2026-01-23T16:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T16:30:00","slug":"guide-last-chance-to-grab-these-45-switch-1-2-games-in-nintendos-supercharge-sale-north-america","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/2026\/01\/23\/guide-last-chance-to-grab-these-45-switch-1-2-games-in-nintendos-supercharge-sale-north-america\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide: Last Chance To Grab These 45 Switch 1 &amp; 2 Games In Nintendo&#8217;s &#8216;Supercharge Sale&#8217; (North America)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"media_block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/507db4f2cc9c2\/large.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/507db4f2cc9c2\/small.jpg\" class=\"media_thumbnail\"><\/a><\/div>\n<p><em>Pssst, the Supercharge Sale ends this Sunday, so if you&#8217;ve been considering splashing on some sale goodies, this weekend is your last chance to grab up some excellent titles&#8230;<\/em><\/p>\n<p>If it feels like a mere matter of days since Nintendo wrapped up its <em>last<\/em> massive eShop sale, that&#8217;s because it is. But an insignificant little detail like time isn&#8217;t going to get in the way of a good bargain, and Nintendo is here to prove it.<\/p>\n<p>The &#8216;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/us\/store\/sales-and-deals\/supercharge-sale\/#sort=df&amp;p=0\">Supercharge Sale<\/a>&#8216; is now underway on the North American eShop, bringing a whole host of discounts our way until <strong>25th January 2026 at 11:59pm PT<\/strong> \u2014 so you have two weeks to make the most.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ve assembled the following list so you can witness the cream of the crop at a glance. Below, we&#8217;ve laid out every game in the Supercharge Sale that we awarded a 9\/10 or higher, accompanied by its discounted price. Oh yes, this writer has also popped in a personal pick from the sea of 8\/10s or below at the bottom, because who can pass up a good recommendation?<\/p>\n<p>As ever, if you&#8217;re looking to grab some eShop credit before diving in, we&#8217;ve got you covered with the following links from <a href=\"https:\/\/codes.nintendolife.com\/\">our store<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/nintendo-switch\/ai_the_somnium_files_-_nirvana_initiative\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/0d3fb1ebf5957\/ai-the-somnium-files---nirvana-initiative-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"AI: The Somnium Files - nirvanA Initiative (Switch)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/ai_the_somnium_files_-_nirvana_initiative\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/1e99b27f54c51\/ai-the-somnium-files---nirvana-initiative-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"246\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"AI: The Somnium Files - nirvanA Initiative (Switch)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Spike Chunsoft US<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Spike Chunsoft<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>24th Jun 2022 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>8th Jul 2022 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$9.99 (-75%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/ai_the_somnium_files_-_nirvana_initiative\">AI: The Somnium Files \u2013 nirvanA Initiative<\/a> is one of the most interesting visual novels we\u2019ve played through in a while. The murder mystery at its heart is brought to life by some great writing and quirky characters alongside the satisfyingly integrated, beautifully balanced Psync puzzle elements.<\/p>\n<p>Even with some minor control issues, there is a lot to love in this game, even if you never picked up the original. Highly recommended if you&#8217;re even a little bit curious.<\/p>\n<p class=\"disclaimer\">Please note that some external links on this page are affiliate links, which means if you click them and make a purchase we may receive a small percentage of the sale. Please read our <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/advertising\">FTC Disclosure<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"17633\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/17633\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/17633\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES - nirvanA Initiative\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/ape_out\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/d162056219b3b\/ape-out-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Ape Out (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/ape_out\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/a14e913ad65a4\/ape-out-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Ape Out (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Devolver Digital<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Gabe Cuzzillo<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>28th Feb 2019 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>28th Feb 2019 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$1.99 (-87%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Nintendo eShop would be a considerably more exciting and interesting place if it were packed full of games like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/ape_out\">Ape Out<\/a>. It\u2019s a refreshingly original experience that more than deserves a place in any Switch owner\u2019s library.<\/p>\n<p>Difficult, frenetic gameplay, strong art direction, and an even stronger jazz drum soundtrack make this the sort of memorable game that you\u2019ll likely keep coming back to over and over for another few runs in arcade mode. Ape Out gets a strong recommendation to anyone looking for a distinct and unforgettable game for their Switch collection; it\u2019s a bit of an acquired taste, but well worth your time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/nintendo-switch\/arms\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/49ca043b15df3\/arms-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"ARMS (Switch)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/arms\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/1e557c8a33f97\/arms-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"247\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"ARMS (Switch)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>16th Jun 2017 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>16th Jun 2017 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$41.99 (-30%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The core fighting mechanics of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/arms\">ARMS<\/a> are easy to grasp \u2014 especially when you&#8217;re using the pleasantly intuitive motion controls \u2014 but they showcase the kind of depth which rewards dedicated players.<\/p>\n<p>Mixing up light and charged punches with your dashes and leaps allows you to create an almost balletic style of play, but add in grabs, stuns, and features unique to each stage and you&#8217;ve got a truly formidable foundation to build on. The lure of collecting Arms will keep you glued to your console even if you only choose to play solo, but Arms also proves its worth online, and for those who want to take things to the next level, Ranked Matches provide the ideal means of proving your skill.<\/p>\n<p>In the scheme of things, Arms might not have made much of a dent in the hallowed canon of Nintendo IP, but it deserves a second look if it flew under your radar.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"5912\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/5912\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/5912\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"ARMS\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/axiom_verge\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/aecccafc93c9f\/axiom-verge-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Axiom Verge (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/axiom_verge\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/38443c16091e5\/axiom-verge-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Axiom Verge (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Thomas Happ Games<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Thomas Happ Games<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>5th Oct 2017 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>5th Oct 2017 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$4.99 (-75%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/axiom_verge\">Axiom Verge<\/a> on Switch is truly an outstanding port of an outstanding game, no more and no less.<\/p>\n<p>We would strongly urge those of you who missed this game on other platforms to pick it up here; this is the full Axiom Verge experience, and it&#8217;s available in a format that supports both handheld and home play. A fantastic example of how to do a Metroidvania right.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"6744\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/6744\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/6744\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Axiom Verge\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/axiom_verge_2\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/748b2759ef2e7\/axiom-verge-2-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Axiom Verge 2 (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/axiom_verge_2\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/5bd06b6d48415\/axiom-verge-2-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Axiom Verge 2 (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Thomas Happ Games<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Thomas Happ Games<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>11th Aug 2021 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>11th Aug 2021 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$9.99 (-50%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Axiom Verge is a remarkably tough act to follow, but Thomas Happ managed to do it again in producing a pitch-perfect, excellently paced Metroidvania adventure<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/axiom_verge_2\">Axiom Verge 2<\/a> perfectly balances familiar elements that made the original great and trying out new ideas that give the sequel its own identity, and while lovers of the first game may take some time to adjust, everything comes together and makes for a potent experience that no fan of the genre will want to miss out on.<\/p>\n<p>The mysterious atmosphere, thrilling pace, and fantastic world design all come together to make for a worthy follow-up that stands well on its own.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/balatro\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/54e0deec8c3d1\/balatro-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Balatro (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/balatro\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/4fa7fcf48142b\/balatro-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Balatro (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>PlayStack<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>LocalThunk<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>20th Feb 2024 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>20th Feb 2024 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$13.49 (-10%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/balatro\">Balatro<\/a> is a roguelike for gamers who don&#8217;t like roguelikes&#8230; and then everybody else on top of that. It utterly nails what it sets out to do, providing an instantly accessible, satisfying, and addictive gameplay loop that anybody can grasp.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s an immensely enjoyable experience from the start, but as you get deeper in, there&#8217;s really nothing else quite like it. Sublime.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"27243\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/27243\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/27243\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Balatro Special Edition\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/beyond_galaxyland\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/db18e2841996e\/beyond-galaxyland-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Beyond Galaxyland (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/beyond_galaxyland\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/ea05ac62a8869\/beyond-galaxyland-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Beyond Galaxyland (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>United Label<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Sam Enright<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>24th Sep 2024 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>24th Sep 2024 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$7.19 (-60%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/beyond_galaxyland\">Beyond Galaxyland<\/a> is a well-written, artistically diverse space adventure which mixes several different flavours of RPG with puzzling and semi-open exploration. The story is filled with well-rounded characters and emotional narrative payoffs and, as much as Enright&#8217;s galactic adventure is a collection of stylistic and mechanical homages, it doesn&#8217;t feel like a patchwork of fan service.<\/p>\n<p>For all its influences and adherence to specific genre execution, Doug\u2019s journey through multiple worlds is still very much its own thing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/capcom_beat_em_up_bundle\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/123b7d9673519\/capcom-beat-em-up-bundle-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/capcom_beat_em_up_bundle\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/818394fa5254f\/capcom-beat-em-up-bundle-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>18th Sep 2018 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>18th Sep 2018 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$9.99 (-50%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/capcom_beat_em_up_bundle\">Capcom Beat &#8216;Em Up Bundle<\/a> illustrates perfectly why the humble side-scrolling fighter was the toast of video gaming in the late &#8217;80s and early &#8217;90s. Addictive, enjoyable, and \u2014 perhaps most important of all \u2014 bloody good fun when played co-operatively with friends, all of the titles in this seven-strong compendium are worth your time, and by adding robust local and multiplayer support, Capcom has done its utmost to ensure they find favour with a whole new generation of gamers.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re not a fan of the genre, then you may well be wondering what all the fuss is about, but for everyone else, this is a must-have download.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"8912\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/8912\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/8912\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Capcom Belt Action Collection\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/chicken_police_-_paint_it_red\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/8155241d8afe5\/chicken-police---paint-it-red-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Chicken Police - Paint it RED! (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/chicken_police_-_paint_it_red\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/760f342185dd0\/chicken-police---paint-it-red-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Chicken Police - Paint it RED! (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>HandyGames<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>The Wild Gentlemen<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>5th Nov 2020 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>5th Nov 2020 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$4.99 (-75%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>An extremely impressive first game from The Wild Gentlemen, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/chicken_police_-_paint_it_red\">Chicken Police &#8211; Paint it RED!<\/a> is one of the best visual novel\/adventure games we&#8217;ve played in a long, <em>long<\/em> time and one hell of an absorbing tale. It looks and runs great on the Switch, with only a couple of really minuscule interface issues which are easily ignored.<\/p>\n<p>At roughly eight or nine hours, the story is surprisingly lengthy, but we were never bored and wanted to investigate every little thing just to wring out more precious droplets of banter and fascination. Chicken Police is a polished, captivating experience and we&#8217;re very excited for whatever&#8217;s coming next from this team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/contra_anniversary_collection\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/1aa16784ea97a\/contra-anniversary-collection-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Contra Anniversary Collection (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/contra_anniversary_collection\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/53722657a114d\/contra-anniversary-collection-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Contra Anniversary Collection (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Konami<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Konami<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>11th Jun 2019 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>11th Jun 2019 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$7.99 (-60%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While it\u2019s a shame that there are fewer games here than in other Konami collections \u2014 we\u2019d have loved to have seen NES title <strong>Contra Force<\/strong> or the now-extinct WiiWare title <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/wiiware\/contra_rebirth\">Contra ReBirth<\/a> \u2014 the ones included in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/contra_anniversary_collection\">Contra Anniversary Collection<\/a> are universally brilliant. The 8-bit and 16-bit Contra games are among the finest examples of the run \u2018n gun genre, and to have almost all of them included in a single release and emulated flawlessly is an absolute treat.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a fan of the series or a curious onlooker who\u2019s always wanted to see what the fuss was all about, this is essential.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/nintendo-switch\/dark_souls_remastered\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/d7ea5c4c93b95\/dark-souls-remastered-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Dark Souls: Remastered (Switch)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/dark_souls_remastered\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/b7bd49cf4f4f5\/dark-souls-remastered-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"249\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Dark Souls: Remastered (Switch)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Bandai Namco<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>FromSoftware<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>19th Oct 2018 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>19th Oct 2018 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$19.99 (-50%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/dark_souls_remastered\">Dark Souls: Remastered<\/a> is a faithful remaster of a touchstone in video game design that improves overall performance of the original release while preserving all of the character traits that made it such a memorable experience. While it\u2019s no less forgiving \u2014 and its menus are a little fiddly \u2014 this slick Nintendo Switch iteration offers an excellent way to experience Lordran\u2019s ultra-challenging odyssey in true handheld form.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, there&#8217;s a Solaire of Astora amiibo. Praise the Sun, indeed.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"7317\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/7317\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/7317\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Dark Souls: Remastered\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/nintendo-switch\/disney_illusion_island\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/9ae5620c859c7\/disney-illusion-island-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Disney Illusion Island (Switch)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/disney_illusion_island\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/7d2b3384f70de\/disney-illusion-island-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"245\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Disney Illusion Island (Switch)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Disney Games<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Dlala Studios<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>28th Jul 2023 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>28th Jul 2023 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$20.99 (-30%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While you could certainly argue that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/disney_illusion_island\">Disney Illusion Island<\/a> is perhaps more of a Metroidvania than it is a straight-up 2D platformer, we reckon it strikes a wonderful balance between the two genres that it could honestly fall into either category. Its focus on combat-free exploration makes this a great gateway into the genre for younger audiences, and its ability to support up to four players via local co-op means that it&#8217;s an excellent option for families who want to spend a bit of time with some of the most iconic Disney characters imaginable. You can also hug each other to regain health. What more could you ask for?<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"23421\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/23421\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/23421\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Disney Illusion Island\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"25509\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/25509\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/25509\/100x100.png\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Disney Illusion Island [Download Code - UK\/EU]\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/nintendo-switch\/donkey_kong_country_tropical_freeze\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/392bbb2e4211c\/donkey-kong-country-tropical-freeze-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze (Switch)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/donkey_kong_country_tropical_freeze\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/68b153f4aa78f\/donkey-kong-country-tropical-freeze-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze (Switch)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Retro Studios<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>4th May 2018 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>4th May 2018 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$39.99 (-33%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/reviews\/wiiu\/donkey_kong_country_tropical_freeze\">beginning life on Wii U<\/a> in 2014, we were treated to a &#8216;Deluxe&#8217; port on Switch just four years later. Not the longest hiatus, but we couldn&#8217;t wait to replay one of the best platformers we&#8217;ve ever encountered and the Switch version plays like an absolute dream.<\/p>\n<p>Looking better than Donkey Kong ever has, veteran DKC composer David Wise returned with this sequel and caused us to have several &#8216;moments&#8217; during our first playthrough. It was a glistening cherry on a cake so deliciously sweet we worried we&#8217;d lose a foot.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/donkey_kong_country_tropical_freeze\">Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze<\/a> isn&#8217;t just a great platformer, it&#8217;s one of <em>the<\/em> great platformers<em>.<\/em> Even if Donkey Kong isn&#8217;t normally your thing, you owe it to yourself to give Tropical Freeze a go; it&#8217;s totally bananas in the very best of ways.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"7322\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/7322\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/7322\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/downwell\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/1b6008433a7dc\/downwell-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Downwell (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/downwell\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/d866c38ed82b3\/downwell-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Downwell (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Devolver Digital<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Moppin<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>31st Jan 2019 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>31st Jan 2019 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$1.99 (-33%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This is an excellent port of a game that feels like it\u2019s found a natural home on Switch thanks to a plethora of control options and the console\u2019s natural facility with vertical orientation. Short of popping your 4K TV on its side, Switch offers the very best way to play <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/downwell\">Downwell<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Its roguelike structure and twitch platforming might not be for everyone, but you should really give it a chance. For our money, Downwell is a modern classic that should be in everyone\u2019s collection; for the pocket change asking price, it&#8217;s a steal.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/g-darius_hd\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/704fe9429b3d1\/g-darius-hd-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"G-Darius HD (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/g-darius_hd\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/6fdbe9f50ad24\/g-darius-hd-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"239\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"G-Darius HD (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>ININ Games<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Taito Corporation<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>28th Sep 2021 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>28th Sep 2021 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$11.99 (-60%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Brush off that arcade-grade resolve and get ready for an old adventure realised in all-new clarity. This is a shoot &#8217;em up experience like few others, and while it has all the genre hallmarks of intensity and adrenaline-inducing action, it binds it with superlative artistry, epic set-pieces, and an alien world as strange as it is wonderful. The sense of incrementally increasing in power and being able to turn the tide against the Belsar is what makes <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/g-darius_hd\">G-Darius HD<\/a><\/strong> so much fun to play. It\u2019s initially threatening, but once you learn the lay of your first route, get powered up, and figure out how to make practical use of your captures and duelling laser, it\u2019s safe to say G-Darius <em>really<\/em> hits the spot.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/ghost_trick_phantom_detective\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/6814e93ad12f4\/ghost-trick-phantom-detective-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/ghost_trick_phantom_detective\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/9a38e4aa73916\/ghost-trick-phantom-detective-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>30th Jun 2023 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>30th Jun 2023 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$9.99 (-67%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/ghost_trick_phantom_detective\">Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective<\/a> was one of the best games on Nintendo DS. Now it is one of the best games on Nintendo Switch. If you&#8217;re a fan of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_trilogy\">Ace Attorney<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/danganronpa_trigger_happy_havoc_anniversary_edition\">Danganronpa<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/ai_the_somnium_files\">AI: The Somnium Files<\/a>, or just of having a good dang time with a brilliant story and stunning art, then why are you still here? Go and get the game. Now. Go!!!!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/hyper_light_drifter_special_edition\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/27db3ffe02ab2\/hyper-light-drifter-special-edition-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Hyper Light Drifter: Special Edition (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/hyper_light_drifter_special_edition\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/dc28948d459e1\/hyper-light-drifter-special-edition-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Hyper Light Drifter: Special Edition (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Abylight Studios<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Heart Machine<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>6th Sep 2018 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>6th Sep 2018 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$10.99 (-45%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/hyper_light_drifter_special_edition\">Hyper Light Drifter: Special Edition<\/a> puts Heart Machine\u2019s obtuse yet engaging throwback where it belongs \u2014 in portable Nintendo form \u2014 and it makes for the <em>definitive<\/em> version.<\/p>\n<p>With a handful of exclusive features, the game suddenly feels new and fresh &#8211; and with a silky smooth frame rate and every boss, secret and upgrade from the original here for you to experience, this is a wonderful addition to the Nintendo Switch\u2019s bulging indie library.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"22497\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/22497\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/22497\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Hyper Light Drifter Special Edition\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/invisible_inc_nintendo_switch_edition\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/19a8abcb6d3ef\/invisible-inc-nintendo-switch-edition-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Invisible, Inc. Nintendo Switch Edition (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/invisible_inc_nintendo_switch_edition\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/04afce0a29751\/invisible-inc-nintendo-switch-edition-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Invisible, Inc. Nintendo Switch Edition (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Klei Entertainment<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Klei Entertainment<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>15th Jun 2020 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>15th Jun 2020 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$4.99 (-75%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/invisible_inc_nintendo_switch_edition\">Invisible, Inc.<\/a> is a brilliant little tactics game, right up there with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/into_the_breach\">Into the Breach<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/xcom_2_collection\">XCOM<\/a> \u2013 if not even better. The bite-sized structure belies a deceptively complex and meaningful game, where all your decisions ultimately mean something significant for that final desperate attack.<\/p>\n<p>If you enjoy stealth or tactics games \u2013 or you&#8217;re simply looking for a way into either genre \u2013 then Invisible, Inc. deserves your attention.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/nintendo-switch\/kirbys_return_to_dream_land_deluxe\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/b7483a2f4e21e\/kirbys-return-to-dream-land-deluxe-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe (Switch)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/kirbys_return_to_dream_land_deluxe\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/61dd023ba24af\/kirbys-return-to-dream-land-deluxe-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"247\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe (Switch)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>HAL Laboratory<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>24th Feb 2023 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>24th Feb 2023 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$41.99 (-30%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/kirbys_return_to_dream_land_deluxe\">Kirby&#8217;s Return to Dream Land Deluxe<\/a> is a fantastic remaster of one of our favourite Kirby adventures. With slick new visuals, some meaningful gameplay tweaks, and two excellent new modes to dig into, this is a big, loud, colourful celebration of all things Kirby that should delight new and returning players alike.<\/p>\n<p>Magalor&#8217;s Epilogue is a surprisingly chunky addition to the core action that gives the campaign a nice boost, whilst Merry Magoland ensures that you and your pals are kept busy with plenty of minigames, missions, and online challenges to best once you&#8217;re done with the main story mode.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"20578\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/20578\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/20578\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"20584\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/bestbuy.7tiv.net\/c\/205546\/614286\/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fkirbys-return-to-dream-land-deluxe-nintendo-switch-nintendo-switch-oled-model-nintendo-switch-lite%2F6521080.p%3FskuId%3D6521080\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/20584\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kirby\u2019s Return to Dream Land Deluxe\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/nintendo-switch\/mario_plus_rabbids_kingdom_battle\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/2fd082a7a6867\/mario-plus-rabbids-kingdom-battle-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (Switch)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/mario_plus_rabbids_kingdom_battle\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/7852c6bbecb19\/mario-plus-rabbids-kingdom-battle-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"243\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (Switch)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Ubisoft<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Ubisoft<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>29th Aug 2017 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>29th Aug 2017 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$7.99 (-80%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/mario_plus_rabbids_kingdom_battle\">Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle<\/a> is a must-have for Switch-owning fans of turn-based tactical games. More importantly, such is the style and depth on offer that it&#8217;s also ideal for those who haven&#8217;t played much of the genre &#8211; for whom &#8216;XCOM&#8217; sounds like a silly acronym from a war movie. Kingdom Battle and its excellent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/mario_plus_rabbids_kingdom_battle_donkey_kong_adventure\">DK DLC<\/a> introduce the concept in the best possible way, and then add their own ideas for what becomes a smart, surprising, and, at times, deliciously challenging experience.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you don&#8217;t actually like the Rabbids, this game \u2014 and its familiar Mario cast and setting \u2014 is so good that Ubisoft&#8217;s mascots become likeable. Well, almost.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\"><\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/mark_of_the_ninja_remastered\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/c381c0146a856\/mark-of-the-ninja-remastered-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mark of the Ninja: Remastered (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/mark_of_the_ninja_remastered\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/6831928b10a3c\/mark-of-the-ninja-remastered-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mark of the Ninja: Remastered (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Klei Entertainment<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Klei Entertainment<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>9th Oct 2018 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>9th Oct 2018 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$4.99 (-75%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/mark_of_the_ninja_remastered\">Mark of the Ninja: Remastered<\/a> is an utterly stellar stealth game and it\u2019s lost none of the magic that made the original such a critical darling. Strong art direction, an engaging story, well-paced open gameplay, and a slew of extra content all combine to make for a near-flawless experience that you certainly won\u2019t want to miss out on.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019d give this game a high recommendation to all Switch owners; it\u2019s the best stealth game money can buy in the Switch library, and one of the best ones in <em>any<\/em> console library.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/nintendo-switch\/mega_man_battle_network_legacy_collection\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/b2f41e399bf39\/mega-man-battle-network-legacy-collection-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection (Switch)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/mega_man_battle_network_legacy_collection\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/a9d6761513e68\/mega-man-battle-network-legacy-collection-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"245\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection (Switch)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>14th Apr 2023 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>14th Apr 2023 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$12.99 (-68%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s clear that a lot of effort and love went into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/mega_man_battle_network_legacy_collection\">Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection<\/a>; this is a worthwhile re-release (available across two separate volumes on the Switch eShop, if you prefer) that gives you a lot of bang for your buck.<\/p>\n<p>While everyone will have their favourite, the Mega Man Battle Network series remained remarkably consistent throughout its whole run, due in no small part to the innovative battle system and charming storylines present in each entry.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a fan of Mega Man and haven\u2019t given these games a shot yet, you owe it to yourself to pick this one up immediately. Even if you\u2019re not a Rockman enthusiast, these games each offer up some inventive RPG experiences that are certainly worth your time.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"article-products article-products-list\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item\" data-product-id=\"22489\">\n<div class=\"image\"><a class=\"external\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/nintendolife.com\/p\/22489\/196120\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/products\/22489\/100x100.jpg\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection\"><\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/switch-eshop\/momodora_reverie_under_the_moonlight\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/75e4e8fc8c81b\/momodora-reverie-under-the-moonlight-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight (Switch eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/momodora_reverie_under_the_moonlight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/eae7198ec76d1\/momodora-reverie-under-the-moonlight-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight (Switch eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>DANGEN Entertainment<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Bombservice<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>10th Jan 2019 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>10th Jan 2019 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><strong>$5.24 (-65%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The fourth in this series of 2D platformers, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/momodora_reverie_under_the_moonlight\">Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight<\/a> is an absolute gem and comes highly recommended. Its stylised backdrops, super-smooth action and wonderfully rendered SNES-era graphics make it a standout Metroidvania &#8211; a superb game and a credit to the indie scene.<\/p>\n<p>The only minor criticism comes from the soundtrack, which, while not bad, isn\u2019t memorable and doesn\u2019t always match the fantastic art. Overall, however, Reverie Under the Moonlight is a stunningly well-presented platformer with some of the most intuitive controls in the genre.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pssst, the Supercharge Sale ends this Sunday, so if you&#8217;ve been considering splashing on some sale goodies, this weekend is your last chance to grab up some excellent titles&#8230; If it feels like a mere matter of days since Nintendo wrapped up its last massive eShop sale, that&#8217;s because it is. But an insignificant little [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-135789","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-nintendo-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/135789","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=135789"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/135789\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=135789"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=135789"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=135789"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}