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Hello gaming enthusiasts, and welcome to the SwitchArcade Round-Up for August 29th, 2024! Today's update brings a substantial lineup of new releases, forming the core of this Thursday's column. We'll also explore a noteworthy selection of new sales. Let's dive into the games!

Featured New Releases

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

The Famicom Detective Club franchise returns after a lengthy hiatus. This latest installment stays true to the originals, both in its strengths and weaknesses. A fresh mystery unfolds, presented in a style reminiscent of the recent Switch remakes. Can you crack the case of the latest serial killings? My review is forthcoming.

Gundam Breaker 4 ($59.99)

Mikhail's comprehensive review provides an in-depth look at Gundam Breaker 4's gameplay and Switch performance. In short, you build and battle Gunplas. While the Switch port naturally lags behind other versions in performance, it's still a satisfying experience. Check out Mikhail's insightful review!

Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn ($19.99)

Tengo Project continues its impressive streak of remakes. Following successful revivals of 16-bit classics, they now tackle an 8-bit title. Expect a departure from the original, but fans of classic action-platformers will find much to enjoy. My review will be available early next week.

Valfaris: Mecha Therion ($19.99)

A Valfaris sequel with a significant gameplay shift. This 2.5D side-scrolling shooter offers a solid experience. While the genre change might surprise some, embracing it reveals much to appreciate. A review is on its way.

Nour: Play With Your Food ($9.99)

I'll admit, I'm a bit puzzled by this one. The food imagery is stunning, but the gameplay remains a mystery. Is it photography, puzzle-solving, or something else entirely? Perhaps Mikhail will shed some light on this.

Monster Jam Showdown ($49.99)

For monster truck enthusiasts, this game delivers. Featuring local and online multiplayer, numerous modes, and a mixed reception on other platforms, it caters to a niche audience.

WitchSpring R ($39.99)

A potential remake of the original WitchSpring, this iteration boasts the series' best visuals yet. However, the price point, nearing that of full-fledged Atelier games, might give some pause.

Depths of Sanity ($19.99)

An underwater exploration game with a fantastical horror twist. Investigate your missing crew's fate in a perilous interconnected underwater world. Combat is involved. Well-received on other platforms, it's likely to resonate with Switch players.

Voltaire: The Vegan Vampire ($19.99)

A farming and action game with a unique premise: a vegan vampire rebelling against his bloodthirsty father. While I'm personally somewhat fatigued by the genre, those with more enthusiasm for farming sims might find this appealing.

Marble Abduction! Patti Hattu ($11.79)

A classic marble roller game with 70 stages and 80 marbles to collect. Features secret collectibles and challenges. If you enjoy high-speed marble rolling, this is for you.

Leo: The Firefighter Cat ($24.99)

A kid-friendly firefighting game with 20 missions. A different take on the firefighting genre, potentially appealing to a younger audience.

Gori: Cuddly Carnage ($21.99)

A hoverboarding cat slices and dices enemies in this grotesque action game. While the core gameplay is reportedly decent, the Switch version suffers from performance issues.

Arcade Archives Finalizer Super Transformation ($7.99)

A 1985 Konami vertical shooter featuring a transforming robot protagonist. A charming, retro shooter for those who enjoy this style of gameplay.

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

An early expansion pack featuring the debut work of legendary composer Yuzo Koshiro. An expansion to the original Xanadu, offering a new underworld to explore.

The Backrooms: Survival ($10.99)

A blend of horror, survival, and roguelite elements. Supports up to ten players online, offering the best experience. Solo play might appeal to a more specific audience.

Can of Wormholes ($19.99)

A clever puzzle game where you are a sentient tin can battling worms. Features 100 hand-crafted puzzles.

Ninja I & II ($9.99)

Two NES-style microgames with a ninja twist. Competitive, supporting local multiplayer or CPU opponents.

Dice Make 10! ($3.99)

A surprisingly fun puzzle game with two modes: falling blocks and tile placement. The goal is to create rows or columns where dice faces add up to multiples of ten.

Sales

(North American eShop, US Prices)

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

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That's all for today! Join us tomorrow for more new releases, sales, and news. See you then!