After an absolutely crazy week, it’s back to what we’ve come to accept as the usual grind on the original Switch.
So here’s a quick catch-up on what slipped through the cracks last week: Namco’s Assault Plus made an appearance in the Archives, quietly sneaking in amidst the chaos.
In just four words, last week was all about being surprised: "OK, so THAT happened." Between the much-anticipated Switch 2 Direct and the circus that followed (mostly triggered by 20500), it almost feels charming to returning to the regular weekly releases on the eShop. But don’t worry, we do have some gems lined up for this week ahead. First up, there’s Star Overdrive—a cool hovercraft game that was teased in the Direct. It’s wild to think that was only a week and a half ago; it seems so much longer. Another exciting arrival is Battlefield Waltz from Idea Factory/Otomate, localized by IFI. Though, if you’re anything like me, you might be waiting to hear if there’s any need for a day-one patch before diving in.
We’ve got a few other notable titles to watch for too, including a foray into the world of "Promise Mascot Agency," and yet another helping of Snow Bros. For fans itching for some classic maze action, there’s the EggConsole game from 1983, ensuring that Pyramid Warp remains a safe pick for those outside Japan.
North America
Here’s what’s coming near you soon:
- Battlefield Waltz – $49.99 USD, CAD $75.60 (Tuesday)
- Big Buck Hunter: Ultimate Trophy – $39.99 USD, $49.99 CAD (Friday)
- Star Overdrive – $34.99 USD, $42.99 CAD
- Snow Bros. 2 Special – $29.99 USD, $42.99 CAD
- Promise Mascot Agency – $24.99 USD, $32.50 CAD
- Pocket Bravery – $19.99 USD, $25.99 CAD (Wednesday)
- Leo & Mia: Animal Rescue – $19.99 USD, $27.99 CAD
- Progress Orders – $19.99 USD, $27.14 CAD
- Wind Story – $14.99 USD, $21.00 CAD
- The Sekimeiya: Spun Glass – $14.99 USD, $15.99 CAD
- H Puzzle: Muscular Guys – $14.99 USD, $14.99 CAD
- Pilo and the Holobook – $12.99 USD, $18.50 CAD
- ReMix – $12.00 USD, $17.00 CAD (Friday)
- Electronics Supermarket Simulator – $9.99 USD, $15.99 CAD (Tuesday)
- Detective From The Crypt – $9.99 USD, $13.29 CAD (Wednesday)
- Dreamless Girl – $9.99 USD, $14.40 CAD
- Girls Make Pudding – $9.99 USD, $12.99 CAD
- Barista Simulator 2025 – $9.99 USD, $14.20 CAD (Friday)
- Mortisomem – $9.99 USD, $13.29 CAD (Friday)
- Gladiators Simulator: The Champions of Liberty – $9.99 USD, $14.99 CAD (Saturday)
- Windborn – Concrete Jungle – $6.99 USD, $10.30 CAD
- Pets and Friends – $6.99 USD, $7.29 CAD (Friday)
- EggConsole Pyramid Warp MSX – $6.49 USD, $7.34 CAD
- Little Droid – $5.99 USD, $8.79 CAD
- Skull Pirates: Adventures – $5.99 USD, $8.49 CAD
- Secrets in Green – $4.99 USD, $6.49 CAD (Wednesday)
- Stellar Docks: Deep Space – $4.99 USD, $6.83 CAD
- Mayhem Mail – $4.99 USD, $6.99 CAD (Friday)
- Merchant In Dungeon – $3.99 USD, $5.70 CAD
- Hook: Complete Edition – $3.99 USD, $5.49 CAD
- Quiz! Cat Provers Around The World – $3.99 USD, $5.39 CAD
- Spot it Fast! Kids’ Difference Hunt – $3.99 USD, $5.39 CAD
- Tongtong – $3.99 USD, $4.99 CAD
- Gunspectre – $2.99 USD, $3.99 CAD (Friday)
- Korean Drone Flying Tour Ungdo – $1.60 USD, $2.30 CAD
- Korean Drone Flying Tour Yumyeongsan – $1.00 USD, $1.40 CAD
- Shape Drop – $0.99 USD, $1.29 CAD (Saturday)
Sales and Offers
Here’s what’s catching attention: With the sequel now confirmed for both editions of the Switch, the beloved Hades is slashed by 65% until the 22nd. Don’t forget to keep tabs on PSPrices and DekuDeals for more great offers.
Europe
Look out for these releases this week:
- Battlefield Waltz – €49.99/£44.99 (Tuesday)
- Big Buck Hunter: Ultimate Trophy – €39.99/£34.99 (Friday)
- Star Overdrive – €34.99/£31.49
- Snow Bros. 2 Special – €29.99/£26.99
- Promise Mascot Agency – €24.50/£20.99 (Wednesday)
- Pocket Bravery – €19.99/£16.99 (Wednesday)
- Leo & Mia: Animal Rescue – €19.99/£17.99
- Progress Orders – €18.41/£15.79 (Wednesday)
- Wind Story – €14.55/£13.09
- Pilo and the Holobook – €12.99/£11.69
- ReMix – €10.99/£9.89
- Electronics Supermarket Simulator – €9.99/£9.99 (Tuesday)
- Detective From The Crypt – €9.99/£8.99 (Wednesday)
- Dreamless Girl – €9.99/£8.99
- Barista Simulator 2025 – €9.99/£8.99 (Friday)
- Mortisomem – €9.99/£8.99 (Friday)
- Gladiators Simulator: The Champions of Liberty – €9.99/£9.99 (Saturday)
- Girls Make Pudding – €9.75/£8.50 (Wednesday)
- SchoolBoy Simulator – €7.99/£7.19 (Friday)
- Pets and Friends – €6.99/£6.29
- Windborn – Concrete Jungle – €6.99/£6.00
- Little Droid – €5.99/£5.40 (Wednesday)
- Skull Pirates: Adventures – €5.99/£5.39 (Wednesday)
- EggConsole Pyramid Warp MSX – €5.59/£5.39
- Secrets in Green – €4.99/£4.49 (Wednesday)
- Stellar Docks: Deep Space – €4.99/£4.49
- Mayhem Mail – €4.99/£4.99 (Friday)
- Hook: Complete Edition – €3.99/£3.99
- Merchant In Dungeon – €3.99/£3.59
- Tongtong – €3.99/£2.69
- Gunspectre – €2.99/£2.69 (Friday)
- Quiz! Cat Provers Around The World – €2.49/£2.24
- Spot it Fast! Kids’ Difference Hunt – €2.49/£2.24
- Korean Drone Flying Tour Ungdo – €1.60/£1.39
- Korean Drone Flying Tour Yumyeongsan – €1.00/£0.89
- Shape Drop – €0.99/£0.99 (Saturday)
Japan
Over in Japan, here’s what’s coming up:
- Memories Off Sousou – ¥8580
- Snow Bros. 2 Special – ¥4500
- Time Gal Re:birth – ¥4180
- Star Overdrive – ¥3960
- Leo & Mia: Animal Rescue – ¥3000
- Progress Orders – ¥2970
- Promise Mascot Agency – ¥2800
- Wind Story – ¥2280
- Psychiatric Prison Romance: Serial Killer Anime Boys Dating Sim – ¥2190
- Psychiatric Prison Romance: Serial Killer Anime Girls Dating Sim – ¥2190
- All-in Abyss Ikasama Sabaki – ¥2090
- Pilo and the Holobook – ¥2000
- H Puzzle: Muscular Guys – ¥1999
- ReMix – ¥1800
- PopSlinger Vol. 2 – Loveless – ¥1500
- Electronics Supermarket Simulator – ¥1499
- Gladiators Simulator: The Champions of Liberty – ¥1499
- Dreamless Girl – ¥1497
- Sniper Scope: Realistic Tactical Shooter – ¥1399
- Girls Make Pudding – ¥1200
- Windborn – Concrete Jungle – ¥1133
- Battle Puzzle 2048 – Space Girls – ¥999
- Detective From The Crypt – ¥990
- Mortisomem – ¥990
- Skull Pirates: Adventures – ¥899
- Little Droid – ¥890
- Mayhem Mail – ¥780
- EggConsole Pyramid Warp MSX – ¥770
- Wheel of Words: Crossword – ¥600
- Project Starship – ¥500
- Tongtong – ¥500
- Merchant In Dungeon – ¥499
- Stellar Docks: Deep Space – ¥499
- Spot The Difference, Detective – ¥420
- Spot The Difference Museum – ¥420
- Where Is This Person? – ¥420
- Korean Drone Flying Tour Ungdo – ¥160
- Korean Drone Flying Tour Yumyeongsan – ¥100
This week’s lineup is a mix of returners and fresh titles—from quirky simulators to action-packed adventures—offering something for everyone across the gaming spectrum.
