Hey light readers, and welcome to the SwitchArcade Spherical-Up for April fifth, 2024. In at present’s article, we’re wrapping up the week with a take a look at a frankly weird collection of new releases. It’s not a foul factor, thoughts you. However for those who’re searching for typical video games, at present most likely isn’t going to be for you. After summarizing the brand new titles, we head on over to the gross sales to see what’s new and what’s expiring. Maybe as a result of huge sale that kicked off one week in the past, we don’t have an entire ton to chew on at present, however there’s sufficient. Let’s go to work!
New Releases
No Umbrellas Allowed ($19.99)
This recreation is about in a dystopia the place the inhabitants is managed through rainfall and greed is towards the regulation. You’re employed in a division retailer and want to purchase and promote items from prospects who are available in. Purchase low, promote excessive, however watch out to not appeal to the eye of the authorities. Our pal Mikhail will likely be leaving his umbrella on the door and looking at this one in a evaluate quickly.
PuzzMiX ($3.99)
Should you thought Inti Creates was above making a shameless Gunvolt-themed reskin of Suika Sport, you had been tragically mistaken, my pal. At the very least the music is sweet, proper?
Tremendous Destronaut Landed X Loaded ($4.99)
Earlier Tremendous Destronaut video games have provided up takes on Area Invaders and Battlezone, and now we’ve obtained a brand new recreation that appears closely impressed by Tremendous Crate Field. Properly, that’s not the worst recreation to attract concepts from. I haven’t been in a position to play this one but, nevertheless it’s not a pricy punt for those who simply wish to soar in.
Kitchen Disaster ($14.99)
You may assume this is able to be an Overcooked-style affair. I do know my first thought was that it was going to be one thing like that. However no, it is a little bit of a distinct factor. Extra of a tower protection recreation, for those who can consider it. You’re cooking for aliens, and your cooks will kind of do their factor on their very own. It is advisable put together the kitchen by putting the stations and gear in one of the best positions to maintain issues flowing. Oddly compelling.
Kudzu ($4.99)
Up till now, many of the Swap releases from this writer have been fashionable NES indie releases, however this time we now have a contemporary Sport Boy recreation as an alternative. Kudzu is an action-adventure recreation a few labyrinth and the courageous explorer who’s looking for his misplaced grasp within it. Maybe he’ll discover the solutions to the maze’s mysteries whereas he’s at it? I’ve heard first rate issues about this recreation, and this looks as if as simple a manner as any to attempt it out.
Lifetime of Slime ($4.99)
This… is a really quirky recreation. It’s primarily a platformer, nevertheless it has some journey components to it as nicely. You’re a slime named Slami who doesn’t find yourself going to school, and as an alternative strikes to town to attempt to discover a totally different path in life. Regardless that just about each character is a slime, there’s loads of relatable conditions on this recreation’s story. And, you already know, some that aren’t relatable. I don’t know if I’d name it a good recreation a lot as an attention-grabbing one, however I do know that’s the vibe that a few of you on the market actually like. In that case, take into account the dinner bell rung.
Greed 2: Forbidden Experiments ($15.99)
Seek for the hidden objects… within the laboratory of a sinister cult!
Pocket book Artillery ($4.99)
This isn’t precisely a flowery eating expertise, however in order for you a easy but practical tackle Worms/Scorched Earth-style artillery video games, right here you go. It helps two gamers through native multiplayer, or you are able to do a little bit goal observe by yourself. Actually, I’d most likely simply seize Worms W.M.D. on sale over this due to how way more you get within the bundle, however if you wish to help an indie as an alternative I gained’t assume worse of you.
NibansenPlus ($4.00)
Clear up the puzzles and make your escape… from a mysterious and considerably cursed subway line!
The Bin Bunch
Stunt Scooter Simulator ($12.99)
Offroad Jeep Quest: Mountain Trails ($7.99)
Spy Man Hidden Objects Deluxe Version ($8.99)
Heisting ($4.99)
Satan’s Calling ($4.99)
Gross sales
(North American eShop, US Costs)
You’ll be able to seize a few Kairosoft’s sims at their lowest costs but, if that’s a bucket you’re seeking to replenish. The actual deal with of the day is Gotta Protectors, nonetheless. It’s by no means been this low-cost earlier than and it very hardly ever goes on sale. I haven’t listed it, however the DLC can be on sale and it is rather a lot value choosing up the entire bundle. Some good titles within the weekend outbox as nicely, so ensure you examine each lists rigorously.
Choose New Gross sales
Retro Thriller Membership Vol.2 Beppu Case ($7.90 from $9.90 till 4/12)
Gotta Protectors Cart of Darkness ($8.99 from $14.99 till 4/18)
Dungeonoid 2 Awakening ($6.29 from $8.99 till 4/19)
Paper Sprint Metropolis Hustle ($6.99 from $9.99 till 4/22)
Sword of the Vagrant ($3.99 from $9.99 till 4/25)
Cattails: Wildwood Story ($13.39 from $19.99 till 4/25)
Bio Inc Redemption ($11.24 from $14.99 till 4/25)
Kwaidan: Azuma Manor Story ($3.99 from $24.99 till 4/25)
Pocket Harvest ($6.00 from $12.00 till 4/25)
Dream City Island ($7.20 from $12.00 till 4/25)
Epic Astro Story ($6.00 from $12.00 till 4/25)
Pocket Academy ($3.96 from $12.00 till 4/25)
Drone Supply Simulator ($2.99 from $6.99 till 4/25)
Apex Heroines ($17.49 from $24.99 till 4/25)
Bus Tycoon Evening and Day ($1.99 from $13.99 till 4/25)
Sherlock Holmes The Awakening Deluxe ($17.49 from $49.99 till 4/25)
Gross sales Ending This Weekend
Bit.Journey Assortment ($2.39 from $9.99 till 4/6)
Saboteur ($5.60 from $8.00 till 4/6)
Saboteur II: Avenging Angel ($5.60 from $8.00 till 4/6)
Saboteur SiO ($7.69 from $10.99 till 4/6)
Astebreed ($3.99 from $19.99 till 4/7)
DRAINUS ($13.99 from $19.99 till 4/7)
Gnosia ($17.49 from $24.99 till 4/7)
Kero Blaster ($2.99 from $9.99 till 4/7)
Mighty Goose ($7.99 from $19.99 till 4/7)
Orangeblood ($5.99 from $19.99 till 4/7)
Report of Lodoss Conflict: Surprise Labyrinth ($14.99 from $24.99 till 4/7)
The Good Life ($19.99 from $39.99 till 4/7)
Touhou Luna Nights ($12.59 from $17.99 till 4/7)
That’s all for at present and this week, buddies. We’ll be again subsequent week with some new video games, extra gross sales, some opinions, and a bit of reports. The same old music and dance, however not less than we’re spinning the hits. I’ve loads of RPGs on my plate proper now. Let’s see if I spend the weekend engaged on them or if I shrug off my work and play some Sport Boy as an alternative. The everlasting battle, it appears. I hope you all have a pleasant weekend, and as all the time, thanks for studying!