SwitchArcade Round-Up: ‘Pizza Tower’, ‘Castlevania Dominus Collection’, Plus Today’s Other Releases and Sales

Hello fellow gamers, and welcome to the SwitchArcade Round-Up for August 28th, 2024! Yesterday's presentation was packed with exciting announcements, including several surprise releases. This usually quiet Wednesday is anything but! Let's dive into the news, explore the new eShop additions, and review the latest sales.

News

Partner/Indie World Showcase Delivers a Bounty of Games

Nintendo's strategic showcase format delivered a wave of announcements. Highlights include surprise game launches (detailed below), Capcom Fighting Collection 2, the Suikoden I & II remasters, Yakuza Kiwami, Tetris Forever, MySims, Worms Armageddon: Anniversary Edition, new Atelier and Rune Factory titles, and much more. Watch the video for a comprehensive overview – it's well worth your time!

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Castlevania Dominus Collection ($24.99)

A surprise hit from the Direct! This third Castlevania compilation features the three Nintendo DS titles: Dawn of Sorrow, Portrait of Ruin, and Order of Ecclesia. It also includes the notoriously poor arcade game, Haunted Castle, along with an M2-developed remake that significantly improves upon the original. Exceptional emulation and features make this an incredible value.

Pizza Tower ($19.99)

This Wario Land-inspired platformer is another surprise release. Conquer five massive floors of the Pizza Tower to save your restaurant. Fans of Wario's handheld adventures will adore this, but even casual platforming enthusiasts should give it a try. A review is pending.

Goat Simulator 3 ($29.99)

Another unexpected addition to the Wednesday lineup. Goat Simulator 3 delivers the chaotic fun you'd expect. While performance on the Switch remains to be seen (given challenges on more powerful systems), the inherent silliness might even enhance the experience. Prepare for some potentially wild goat antics!

Peglin ($19.99)

A missed opportunity for EA? Perhaps. But Peglin, a delightful blend of Peggle and roguelite RPG mechanics, scratches that Peggle itch perfectly. Previously available on mobile, it's just as enjoyable on the Switch. A review is forthcoming.

Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story ($20.00)

Kairosoft's familiar shop simulation formula gets a Doraemon makeover. This charming title features characters from the beloved manga and anime series, even including cameos from the creator's other works.

Pico Park 2 ($8.99)

More Pico Park fun for existing fans! Up to eight players can enjoy local or online multiplayer in this cooperative puzzle game. While not drastically different from its predecessor, it's a solid addition for those who enjoyed the original.

Kamitsubaki City Ensemble ($3.99)

An affordable rhythm game featuring Kamitsubaki Studio's music. Enjoy the tunes and storyline at a budget-friendly price.

SokoPenguin ($4.99)

A classic Sokoban-style puzzle game with a penguin twist. One hundred levels of crate-pushing challenges await.

Q2 Humanity ($6.80)

Over three hundred quirky physics-based puzzles are included in this title. Utilize your character's abilities and drawing mechanics to solve problems. Local and online multiplayer for up to four players.

Sales

(North American eShop, US Prices)

This week's sales feature a large selection of NIS America titles, along with deals on Balatro, Frogun, and The King of Fighters XIII Global Match. Check the lists carefully for expiring sales!

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Sales Ending Tomorrow, August 29th

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That's all for today! Tomorrow brings another wave of new releases, including the new Famicom Detective Club. Stay tuned for more updates! Thanks for reading!