Nintendo’s November 2023 Indie World Showcase brought a wave of exciting new indie games to the Nintendo Switch, packed into a 20-minute presentation full of surprises, updates, and long-awaited releases. Here’s a full breakdown of every game revealed during the showcase.
Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution
After over two decades in limbo, Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution is finally becoming a reality. Initially planned as a Game Boy Advance follow-up to the original 2002 title, WayForward is reviving the canceled classic with new features, including a 4-player battle mode. A must-play for longtime fans of the series.
Backpack Hero (Available Now)
Reorganize your backpack to unleash powerful gear combos in this charming roguelike RPG. Backpack Hero adds inventory management as a core mechanic, creating a fresh twist for fans of dungeon crawlers.
Howl
Dive into a beautiful hand-drawn folktale set in a world infected by a sound-based plague. Howl is a turn-based tactics game with a free demo available now. Visually stunning and hauntingly atmospheric.
Core Keeper (Coming Summer 2024)
Explore, mine, and battle ancient creatures in this co-op sandbox adventure. With farming, crafting, and base-building, Core Keeper offers something for every type of explorer.
On Your Tail (Coming 2024)
Part life sim, part detective story—On Your Tail lets you step into the shoes of Diana, a young sleuth unraveling mysteries in the picturesque village of Borgo Marina. Relaxation and investigation go hand-in-hand in this charming getaway adventure.
The Star Named EOS (Spring 2024)
A story-driven puzzle adventure about photography and memory, The Star Named EOS invites you to piece together the past through recreated photographs and personal discovery.
Blade Chimera (Spring 2024)
Set in a cyberpunk world haunted by demons, Blade Chimera is a stylish 2D action-platformer where your sword manipulates the past. Gorgeous pixel art and inventive gameplay mechanics make this a standout.
A Highland Song (December 5, 2023)
Traverse the Scottish Highlands in a narrative platformer filled with folk music and choice-driven storytelling. From the creators of 80 Days and Heaven’s Vault.
Moonstone Island (Spring 2024)
Explore floating islands, collect spirits through card-based battles, and settle into a cozy life as an alchemist. Moonstone Island offers the perfect blend of magic, adventure, and relaxation.
Death Trick: Double Blind (Early 2024)
Part visual novel, part detective mystery—Death Trick: Double Blind follows two protagonists investigating the disappearance of a circus magician. Search for clues, interrogate witnesses, and unravel secrets in this dual-perspective thriller.
Outer Wilds: Archaeologist Edition (December 7, 2023)
One of the most critically acclaimed exploration games arrives on Switch. Outer Wilds sends you through a time-looping solar system filled with secrets, ancient civilizations, and mysteries waiting to be uncovered.
Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist (Available Now)
Draw, paint, and hustle your way through an art-filled journey. Passpartout 2 lets you create masterpieces, take commissions, and reclaim your artistic legacy in the lively town of Phénix.
Braid: Anniversary Edition (April 30, 2024)
Revisit the groundbreaking indie hit in stunning new detail. Braid: Anniversary Edition features remastered visuals, updated sound, and insightful developer commentary.
That’s a wrap on the November 2023 Nintendo Indie World Showcase!
A brilliant mix of heartfelt adventures, action-packed roguelikes, and cozy life sims. Which indie gem are you most excited to play? Let us know in the comments!
Source: Nintendo News
