After what felt like a whirlwind week of craziness, it’s time to settle back into the regular rhythm of life with what’s become the usual fare for the Switch OG.
Let’s quickly touch on what we overlooked last week: The Archives got themselves a neat addition with Namco’s Assault Plus.
Reflecting on the past week leaves us with four simple words, "OK, so THAT happened." Between the Switch 2 Direct and the subsequent chaos, primarily due to 20500, wading through just another routine week of eShop releases seems almost like a calm relief. But don’t worry, there are a few gems that stand out in this week’s lineup. Firstly, there’s Star Overdrive, a game centered around hovercrafts that was briefly mentioned in a Direct. Wow, even though that was only ten days ago, it feels like forever. There’s also Battlefield Waltz, a release from Idea Factory/Otomate, localized by IFI. Keep an eye out for any day-one patches, as they can often make a big difference!
Turning to some other interesting picks for the week: "Promise Mascot Agency" and another entry in the Snow Bros. series. We also have a blast from the past with this week’s EggConsole release—a classic maze game from 1983—which means Pyramid Warp is still available for fans beyond Japan.
North America
- Battlefield Waltz at $49.99/$75.60 launches Tuesday
- Big Buck Hunter: Ultimate Trophy priced at $39.99/$49.99 is out Friday
- Star Overdrive is available at $34.99/$42.99
- Snow Bros. 2 Special is selling for $29.99/$42.99
- Promise Mascot Agency costs $24.99/$32.50
- Pocket Bravery launches Wednesday at $19.99/$25.99
- Leo & Mia: Animal Rescue arrives at $19.99/$27.99
- Progress Orders is priced at $19.99/$27.14
- Wind Story costs $14.99/$21.00
- The Sekimeiya: Spun Glass is $14.99/$15.99
- H Puzzle: Muscular Guys is available for $14.99
- And the list goes on with titles like Pilo and the Holobook, ReMix, Barista Simulator 2025, and more great selections right down to Shape Drop at a bargain $0.99/$1.29, releasing Saturday.
With sales and discounts, there are some great deals like Hades, enjoying a 65% cut in price until the 22nd, following news of its sequel being released on the newer Switch consoles.
Europe
- Battlefield Waltz arrives Tuesday at €49.99/£44.99
- Big Buck Hunter: Ultimate Trophy at €39.99/£34.99 drops Friday
- Star Overdrive is listed at €34.99/£31.49
- Promise Mascot Agency appears Wednesday for €24.50/£20.99
- Pocket Bravery, another Wednesday release, costs €19.99/£16.99
- Leo & Mia: Animal Rescue is priced at €19.99/£17.99
In Europe, the lineup mirrors much of North America’s, offering a similar range of exciting releases and quirky finds, from the remastered classics to novel sims like Electronics Supermarket Simulator.
Japan
- Memories Off Sousou leads at ¥8580
- Snow Bros. 2 Special brings nostalgia at ¥4500
- Time Gal Re:birth offers retro joy at ¥4180
- Games like Leo & Mia: Animal Rescue, priced at ¥3000, continue a trend seen across regions where fans can explore both new and cherished game styles.
Whether you’re diving into the past with retro games or craving the latest adventure, this week’s lineup ensures there’s something for everyone on the Switch. With a mix of thrillers, cozy simulations, and remastered favorites, each region has a bundle of anticipation waiting in digital aisles.