Australian Nintendo Switch Releases (March 5, 2018)
Hey fellow Switchaboos, let’s take a look at this week’s new releases for the Nintendo Switch!
With 15 games realeasing this week, we have a lot to go through, so let’s just get straight into it…
Note: All prices are in AUD and all release dates are for the Australian eShop. Also, releases can still be subjected to change after the release of this update.
Fear Effect Sedna
Release Date 07/03/18
Price $29.95 (Pre-Order for 10% off, $26.95)
Published By Square Enix
Genre Shooter / Strategy / Action / Puzzle
Required Space 6.9 GB
Players 1
Also Released On PC
With an intriguing story and exciting stealth gameplay, this sequel is packed full of action as you enter the spirit realm and encounter mystical forces. With the Fear Effect system, when your fear meter rises, you will be more susceptible to injury but you will be able to inflict more damage and use more special abilities.
North
Unfortunately, we couldn’t find the trailer for North. We apologise for the inconvenience.
Release Date 07/03/18
Price $4.50
Published By Sometimes You
Genre Adventure / Puzzle / Other
Required Space 812 MB
Players 1
Also Released On PS4 / Xbox One
This adventure/puzzle game takes place in a classical cyberpunk setting and deals with issues revolving the contemporary refugee crisis. North focuses on exploration and simple puzzle solving in order to work out what you have to do to get to the asylum.
Bleed 2
Release Date 08/03/18
Price $22.50
Developed By BOOTDISK REVOLUTION
Published By Digerati
Genre Action / Arcade / Adventure / Platformer
Required Space 177 MB
Players 1 – 2
Also Released On PC / PS4 / Xbox One
A sequel to the indie hit of the same name, Bleed 2 provides more fast-paced action that we all know and love. With 7 intense levels, over 25 boss fights and 2-player local co-op, this game is packed full of hectic action!
World Conqueror X
Release Date 09/03/18
Price $17.95 (Pre-order for 10% off, $16.15)
Published By CIRCLE Ent.
Genre Strategy / Simulation
Required Space 233 MB
Players 1
Exclusive for Switch (as far as we can tell), World Conqueror X is the new entry in the long-running series that takes a tactical approach to strategic World War II simulation games. With a focus on historical accuracy, this game recreates dozens of battles in exciting turn-based conflict.
Steredenn: Binary Stars
Release Date 09/03/18
Price $19.99
Developed By Pixelnest
Published By Plug In Digital
Genre Shooter / Arcade / Party / Fighting
Required Space 372 MB
Players 1 – 2
Also Released On
The original Steredenn released on PC and consoles, but this ultimate version appears to be an exclusive experience for the Switch (as far as we can tell). This endless chaotic space shooter has a beautiful pixel-art style with insane boss battles and lots of action!
Scribblenauts Showdown
Release Date 09/03/18
Price $54.95
Developed By Shiver Entertainment
Published By WB Games
Genre Party
Required Space 1.3 GB
Players 1 – 4
Also Released On PS4 / Xbox One
Scribblenauts Showdown takes the series in a new direction with an emphasis on the party genre. Play with up to four friends as you choose from over 35,000 objects from the vast Scribblenauts dictionary in order to come out on top. We haven’t seen a Scribblenauts game for a while, so having a whole new entry on the Switch is a welcomed sight.
Bit Dungeon+
Unfortunately, we couldn’t find the trailer for Bit Dungeon+. We apologise for the inconvenience.
Release Date 09/03/18
Price $13.50
Developed By Dolores Entertainment S.L.
Published By Dolores Entertainment S.L.
Genre RPG / Action / Arcade / Adventure
Required Space 250 MB
Players 1 – 4
Also Released On PC / PS4 / PS Vita / Xbox One / iOS / Android / Nintendo 3DS / Wii U
In Bit Dungeon+, if you die, you lose everything and start all over. Captured by demons, you wake up trapped in a prison cell, and your friend is missing. All you have in your cell is a sword and the will to seek revenge. This hack and slash game features randomized dungeons with an increasing difficulty that will test your skills.
30-in-1 Game Collection: Volume 1
Release Date 09/03/18
Price $22.50
Published By Teyon
Genre Party / Arcade / Puzzle / Sports
Required Space 1.3 GB
Players 1 – 4
This collection is jam-packed full of fun games that can be played solo or with up to four friends and family. Whether you want to play a round of air hockey or defend your village against Vikings, this collection has something for everyone.
I, Zombie
Release Date 09/03/18
Price $7.49
Developed By Awesome Games Studio Sp. Z o.o.
Published By Awesome Games
Genre Puzzle / Strategy
Required Space 280 MB
Players 1
Also Released On PC / PS4 / Xbox One
A game that is not to be confused with the hit TV Show, I, Zombie involves you playing as a zombie on a hunt for brains. The more humans that you turn, the bigger your horde becomes as you can control them to attack armed soldiers and helpless civilians.
The Men of Yoshiwara: Ohgiya
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Release Date 09/03/18
Price $19.50
Developed By D3 PUBLISHER Inc.
Published By D3Publisher
Genre Adventure
Required Space 485 MB
Players 1
Also Released On PC
The Men of Yoshiwara: Ohgiya is a romance game that follows heart-rending love stories between men and women of Yoshiwara.
ACA NeoGeo Real Bout Fatal Fury
Release Date 09/03/18
Price $10.50
Developed By SNK
Published By Hamster
Genre Fighting / Arcade
Required Space 114 MB
Players 1 – 2
Also Released On Neo Geo / Neo Geo CD / Arcade / Sega Saturn / PS1 / PS2 / PS4
This classic arcade fighting hit allows the use of sweeping and combination attacks. With vibrant visuals and unique characters, this fighter is a fantastic edition to Hamster’s Neo Geo re-releases.
Midnight Deluxe
Release Date 09/03/18
Price $7.50
Developed By Petite Games / Ratalaika Games
Published By Ratalaika Games
Genre Arcade / Puzzle / Sports / Adventure
Required Space 105 MB
Players 1
Also Released On PS4 / PS Vita
Guide a little square-shaped fairy named Midnight through obstacles matched with a dark setting and golf-like mechanics. With the choice of traditional or touch-screen controls, this game provides a lot of variety to its surprisingly in-depth gameplay.
TurtlePop: Journey to Freedom
Release Date 09/03/18
Price $29.99
Developed By Zengami Pte. Ltd.
Published By DigiPen Game Studios
Genre Platformer / Puzzle / Adventure / Action
Required Space 1.8 GB
Players 1 – 4
In this platform-puzzle game, hunt for Sun-Coins, Moon-Pearls, secret treasure and hidden turtles as you level-up and discover more than 40 special items. With classic match-3 mechanics, you can play this colorful game with your friends and family and all enjoy the fun together.
Flinthook
Release Date 10/03/18
Price $18.30
Developed By Tribute Games
Published By Tribute Games
Genre Action / Adventure / Platformer / Arcade
Required Space 209 MB
Players 1
Also Released On PC / PS4 / Xbox One
Play as space captain Flinthook, armed with a mighty hookshot, slow-motion powers and a blasma pistol to fight through an infinite onslaught of randomly assembled spaceships. Fight for treasure, loot and fame as you level up and unlock new perks and powerups for the mighty captain.
One Eyed Kutkh
Release Date 10/03/18
Price $7.50
Developed By Sometimes You
Published By Sometimes You
Genre Adventure / Puzzle / Education
Required Space 449 MB
Players 1
Also Released On PC / PS4 / Xbox One / iOS / Android
This wonderfully artistic game features a traveler who has crashed on a mysterious planet. Guide him to the ninth heaven, deceive the Sun and Moon and steal their space boats. It’s an incredibly wacky and imaginative adventure that is an easy add to your collection.
Switchaboo Pick of the Week
Despite the long list of releases, nothing particularly wowed us. However, there are a few great games here, and out of those games our Pick of the Week is…
Drum roll, please…
Scribblenauts Showdown!
Scribblenauts Showdown keeps the charming visuals whilst adding wacky party gameplay. Scribblenauts entries are common for Nintendo systems, and it’s fantastic to see a new one on Nintendo’s new console.
We can’t wait to get stuck into this new Scribblenauts game as it never fails to put smiles on our faces.
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