Press start, North America. The latest Nintendo Download has arrived, bringing with it a fresh batch of exciting games, updates, and experiences to breathe new life into your Nintendo Switch. Released on March 20th, this latest installment is chock-full of titles to tantalize your taste buds, from indie darlings to beloved classics, and everything in between. In this article, we’ll dive into the highlights of the Nintendo Download for North America, giving you the inside scoop on what’s new, what’s hot, and what’s worth playing.
New Releases to Spice Up Your Week
Take a look at the array of exciting games hitting the Nintendo eShop this week:
- The Last Worker – Revisit the world of corporate giant, Josef, in this immersive narrative-driven adventure.
- Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key – Unleash your creativity and explore a vast new world filled with magical adventure.
- Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon – Step into the shoes of a young Cereza, and uncover a dark, yet whimsical world.
- Draugen – Embark on a mysterious journey as an amnesiac, and unravel the dark secrets of a remote Norwegian town.
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| Sale Price | Game Title |
|---|---|
| $24.99 | DOOM Eternal: Standard Edition |
| $14.99 | FINAL FANTASY VIII Remastered |
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Noteworthy Arrivals on the Nintendo Switch
New Releases to Keep an Eye On
This week’s lineup is packed with exciting titles from various genres. Some notable arrivals include:
Paradise Killer, an open-world adventure game that lets you investigate and solve a thrilling murder mystery.
Minute of Islands, a puzzle-platformer featuring stunning hand-drawn visuals and a beautiful narrative.
| Game Titles | Release Dates |
|---|---|
| Paradise Killer | March 20, 2024 |
| Minute of Islands | March 20, 2024 |
Other honorable mentions this week include Time Loader, a physics-based action-adventure game, and Orbit.Industries, a unique gravity-defying exploration experience. These titles join an impressive list of releases, ensuring you’ll find something to add to your gaming library.
- More New Releases This Week
- Deckscape: The Mystery of Eldorado
- Hidden Through Time
- Time Loader
- Orbit.Industries
Free Demos to Try Out This Week
This week offers an exciting array of free demos to pique your interest. Get ready to dive into new worlds and try out different gameplay styles to find your next obsession!
Check out the following free demos available this week:
- Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon – Experience a delightful and imaginative world filled with magic and mystery, where Cereza and her companion Cheshire take on a thrilling adventure.
- Theatrhythm Final Bar Line collects songs from across the vast and varied Final Fantasy series. Step into the Rhythm game and take on musical battles in this unique blend of exploration, rhythm action, and role-playing.
- Arsonist Heaven brings an underwater atmosphere with unique puzzle-solving elements. Players set out on an underwater quest where depth and light are their greatest allies to survival.
| Game Title | Genre | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon | Action-Adventure | TBD |
| Theatrhythm Final Bar Line | Rhythm | February 16, 2023 |
| Arsonist Heaven | Puzzle-Adventure | TBD |
Featured Games for Multiplayer Fun
Get ready for a blast with friends and family as these exciting multiplayer games land on the Nintendo eShop this week.
Exciting experiences await with critically acclaimed titles and fresh releases that bring friends and foes together for thrilling competition and gameplay. Take a look at some of our highlighted titles:
- Monster Crown – a monster-collecting and strategy role-playing game where players can collect and battle monsters in a multiplayer experience with up to 4 players.
- Let’s GET Fit – a fitness game designed specifically for families, with various mini-games that help players exercise in a fun and engaging multiplayer environment.
- Tentacular – a VR action game where players take control of a cute but deadly octopus and compete with friends in various challenges and mini-games.
Use the table below to explore key features and key information at a glance:
| Game | No. of Players | Gameplay |
|---|---|---|
| Monster Crown | 1-4 Online, 1 Local | RPG, Strategy, Battle |
| Let’s GET Fit | 2-16 Payers, Local Multiplayer | Fitness, Party |
| Tentacular | 1 Player VR Experience, Optional Multiplayer | Action, Adventure, Party |
Classic Titles Making a Comeback
Retro gaming fans, rejoice! This week, get ready to indulge in some classic titles that are making a comeback on the Nintendo eShop. Dead Cells: Action Game of the Year Edition and Streets of Rage 4 join the roster, promoting intense side-scrolling combat and an electrifying soundtrack. Additional nostalgic titles hitting this week’s lineup include Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World and The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel series.
Familiar faces in new realms, this week’s lineup also boasts fresh instalments in beloved franchises. Highlights among these include Persona 4 Golden and LEGO 2K Drive, each beckoning gamers to return to familiar worlds with fresh adventures. Take a look at the list of classic titles returning and new releases, listed below:
| Title | Platform(s) |
|---|---|
| Dead Cells: Action Game of the Year Edition | Nintendo Switch |
| Streets of Rage 4 | Nintendo Switch |
| Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World | Nintendo Switch |
| Persona 4 Golden | Nintendo Switch |
| LEGO 2K Drive | Nintendo Switch |
Indie Gems Worth Checking Out
Standing out from the crowd of Nintendo games are the masterpieces created by independent developers. Dive into these exceptional titles that bring a fresh perspective to your gaming experience:
- One More Island – A beautiful and challenging strategy game where you guide your tribe to survive and thrive on a mystical island filled with secrets and mysterious creatures.
- One Step From Eden – Combine deck-building strategy and fast-paced combat as you confront bosses, minions, and other adversities in this post-apocalyptic world.
- Dead Ground – Journey through the aftermath of a zombie apocalypse, facing gruesome enemies, scarce resources, and unknown corners of this abandoned world.
These one-of-a-kind indie titles are accompanied by a packed lineup of additional releases this week, ensuring endless hours of fun for gamers of all tastes. From real-time strategy to engaging role-play adventure, pick your favorite among the available options:
| Game Title | Genre | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| Rise of Fox Hero | Action-Adventure | March 21, 2024 |
| Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles | Open-World Exploration | February 18, 2024 |
Enhancements and Updates for Ongoing Games
Expanded Experiences
Several popular games have received exciting updates, expanding their worlds and gameplay mechanics. Here are a few notable enhancements:
* Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak – A new update brings the ‘Furious Rajang’ to the scene, introducing a formidable foe for skilled hunters to conquer. This update also includes various quality-of-life changes to enhance gameplay.
* Microsoft Flight Simulator – The ‘World Update XII – Australia’ is now available, featuring stunning new terrain, airports, and iconic landmarks across the Australian continent.
* Overcooked! All You Can Eat – A new update adds fresh levels, chefs, and gameplay mechanics, perfect for those looking to spice up their cooking adventures.
New Challenges and Events
Games aren’t the only ones being updated; live events and seasons are also getting a refresh:
| Game | Event/Season | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Rocket League | Nintendo Spring 2023 | Until April 2nd |
| Pokémon Scarlet and Violet | February Paldea Pokédex Challenge | Until March 31st |
| Splatoon 3 | New Splatfest: Rock vs. Fossil | Until March 26th |
Dive back into these games to experience the fresh content and events that await.
Games for All Ages and Interests
Discover new experiences and revisit old favorites with the latest Nintendo Download.
This week’s lineup is a treasure trove of delights, featuring multiplayer mayhem, artistic adventures, and retro revivals. Gamers of all ages and interests can look forward to:
- Unleashing their inner artists with Picross S9, the latest installment in the popular puzzle series.
- Journeying through a vibrant, hand-drawn world in LUNARK, a beautifully crafted sci-fi RPG.
- Showcasing their skills in Rumbleverse, a wacky, action-packed fighting game.
- Exploring the wild west in Hard West 2, a tactical RPG with a supernatural twist.
- Embarking on a nostalgic adventure in Atari Mania, a collection of classic Atari games.
| System | Release Title | Publisher |
| Nintendo Switch | Peaky Blinders: Mastermind | Curve Digital |
| Nintendo Switch | Regency Solitaire | 8Floor Games |
| Nintendo Switch | Neon White | Annapurna Interactive |
Handpicked Picks for Adventure Seekers
Brave New Worlds and Uncharted Territories
Looking for something to kickstart your next adventure? Explore a world of vibrant skies and floating islands in A Little to the Left, a cozy puzzle game that challenges you to organize and categorize a delightfully eclectic collection of objects. Or, if you’re feeling fearless, venture into the dark, gothic world of Darkest Dungeon, where you’ll guide a team of heroes through treacherous landscapes and terrifying foes.
If high-flying action and pulse-pounding combat are more your speed, don’t miss Sea of Stars, a sci-fi epic that puts you in control of two heroes on a quest to save the galaxy. Along with intense mecha battles, you’ll also encounter a richly detailed world full of diverse characters, alien landscapes, and ancient mysteries waiting to be uncovered.
| Game | Platform |
|---|---|
| A Little to the Left | Nintendo Switch |
| Darkest Dungeon | Nintendo Switch, Wii U |
| Sea of Stars | Nintendo Switch |
Don’t forget to also check out these other :
- Resident Evil 4 – Separate Ways (DLC) – Nintendo Switch
- Master Detective Archives: Raincode – Nintendo Switch
Most Anticipated Titles of the Month
As we dive into the latest Nintendo Download for North America, excitement builds up with a string of highly anticipated titles making their way to the stores. This month, get ready to indulge in some intense RPG action, nostalgic arcade fun, and thrilling adventures.
- Embark on a stunning journey with Metroid Prime Remastered, which brings a refined 3D action-adventure experience, filled with exploration, puzzle-solving, and intense combat. This title promises a retro feel while boasting cutting-edge visuals and gameplay.
- Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon takes you on a magical journey as a young Cereza, showcasing her early beginnings as a umbra witch, in a beautiful and vibrant world filled with excitement and danger. Switch up your traditional Bayonetta gameplay and enter a fantastical land like no other.
- Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection brings back the nostalgia of the classic GBA games. Dive into an epic collection of 10 iconic titles that capture the perfect blend of traditional RPG elements, unique turn-based combat, and exciting exploration.
| Release Date | Title |
|---|---|
| March 24 | Night in the Woods |
| March 26 | Rune Factory 6.5 |
| March 28 | Sail Forth |
A Gaming Experience Beyond Sports
While sports games often steal the spotlight, this week’s Nintendo download lineup offers a diverse range of experiences to captivate gamers from various niches. Indie fans, rejoice as you can now get your hands on Have a Nice Death, a fast-paced action roguelike that whisks you away to a vibrant, cel-shaded world where Death Incorporated’s employees battle it out for the top spot. Embrace the colorful visuals and witty humor, all while navigating treacherous levels filled with an array of quirky company staff.
In Garden Story, play as a nurturing guardian tasked with revitalizing a once-thriving world. By tending to vibrant flora, helping villagers, and harnessing the might of magical seeds, you can rejuvenate this serene environment and breathe life back into its inhabitants. Let your creations blossom in a rewarding blend of exploration, farming, and crafting. Alternatively, aesthetes might appreciate Dream Aquariums, designed for those looking to indulge in the intricate world of digital aquariums.
New Releases
| Game Title | Release Date |
| Have a Nice Death | March 22, 2023 |
| Garden Story | March 16, 2022 |
Insights and Conclusions
And there you have it, a fresh batch of exciting titles and updates to keep your Nintendo library buzzing. With a mix of nostalgic throwbacks and innovative newcomers, this week’s North American Nintendo Download has something for everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just discovering the world of Nintendo, there’s never been a better time to dive in and start exploring. Until next time, keep on gaming, and we’ll catch you on the flip side.
