Abzu (Switch eShop)
£3.74 (-75%)
Abzû is certainly a standout release on the eShop, offering up an experience that breaks from the norm of goal-based gaming in favour of something that’s more focused on simply existing in a world and enjoying all its little intricacies. Those of you who appreciate casual adventures like taking a walk in a forest will be sure to enjoy what Abzû has to offer, as the dreamlike visuals, entrancing orchestral score, and deliberately sedate pace do a fantastic job of drawing the player into this alien world. Abzû isn't a game about winning, but about the journey (no pun intended) you take getting there.
Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition (Switch eShop)
£22.49 (-50%)
From its opening moments upon a prison ship bound for Fort Joy to non-stop adventures that take you across the high seas to the Reaper’s Coast, Nameless Isle, and beyond, Divinity: Original Sin 2 simply dazzles. In its seemingly endless parade of well-written characters, hilarious narration, deep and rewarding physics-based combat, and the myriad ways in which it allows you to engage and toy with its systems, this is a truly epic RPG that revels in choice more than any other that’s come before it. It takes the old-school isometric style of Baldur’s Gate, layers it with an unparalleled level of attention to detail, and fuses it with a thoroughly modern take on meaningful player decisions, resulting in one of the greatest role-playing games available on any platform; and it’s all here, present and correct on a portable console.
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition (Switch)
£33.29 (-33%)
There’s almost nothing one can reasonably complain about with Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition. It's an already-excellent JRPG that has been improved in nearly every conceivable way, short of a complete reimagining. On top of the fantastic story, enjoyable combat, and incredible world design, Monolith Soft has included an entirely new epilogue story arc while improving upon and polishing up nearly everything in the base game, from progression systems to visuals to UI design.
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition is easily one of the greatest RPGs available on the Switch. It goes without saying that if you were ever a fan of the original, or of RPGs in general, you absolutely must get this game for your collection. Even if you wouldn’t consider yourself a fan, we would still strongly encourage you to think about it; this is the standard against which all RPGs should be judged.
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Blazing Chrome (Switch eShop)
£6.09 (-60%)
For those longing for a time when side-scrolling shooters ruled the roost, Blazing Chrome is exactly what you're looking for. Perfect for short sessions, its slick gameplay and old-school art direction make for an astonishingly fun game full of explosions, epic set pieces and spectacular boss battles. Its brutal difficulty may not be for everyone, but if you're up for the challenge, then get ready for one of the most accomplished 2D action titles in years.
Stories Untold (Switch eShop)
£1.97 (-80%)
Stories Untold is a chilling adventure that manages to draw us right into its world through the ingenious use of its UI and perfectly realised lo-fi aesthetic. Through the walls of old technology and complicated machinery, it creates a uniquely strong bond between player and narrative, giving you a real sense of place within its world as it slowly corrupts and twists from the comfortingly familiar to something else entirely. It's one of the best interactive horror stories we've ever played and a perfect fit for enjoying alone in the dark on Switch.
Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales (Switch eShop)
£6.79 (-60%)
While utilising the ruleset of a more traditional CCG system might put off some players, the on-brand approach to turn-based combat in Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales is still a positive addition to the world. Because with such an involved and intricately designed story – and such an interesting world to explore beyond the confines of Geralt – Thronebreaker offers the opportunity to lose yourself in the Continent like never before.
Full Metal Furies (Switch eShop)
£2.99 (-80%)
Full Metal Furies is an impressive fusion of genres from Cellar Door Games, the makers of Rogue Legacy. A beat ‘em up brawler at heart, we wish more developers would invest such considerable effort into this sort of puzzle design in action games, and coupling that with the deep RPG systems, punchy co-op gameplay, and memorable writing makes for an experience that no Switch owner will want to be without. We can’t recommend this release enough; put in the time to explore the different tactics required with each character and you’ll find a much deeper, more replayable experience than a typical brawler.
Windjammers 2 (Switch eShop)
£8.99 (-50%)
With Windjammers 2, Dotemu has taken the fiendishly addictive core formula of the Neo Geo classic and improved upon it in every way. The core gameplay here remains as immediately endearing as ever whilst being enhanced and given a real strategic kick by a bevvy of new moves and skills that add to the fun without detracting from or overcomplicating proceedings. Yes, there's not much in the way of modes, but this is another banger from Dotemu — an all-time classic improved upon, an arcade classic refined for a new generation.
Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider (Switch eShop)
£9.09 (-35%)
Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider is an absolute triumph in 'neo-retro' game design. It boasts fluid combat with plenty of variety in environmental and enemy design and an art style that looks like it beamed straight over from the early '90s. While its overall short length might be a bit of a sticking point for some, those looking for an action title that is not only a fantastic experience but also feels like an authentically retro one will find this to be an absolute no-brainer.
Gone Home (Switch eShop)
£3.49 (-71%)
Several years on, there’s no denying the cultural and developmental impact Gone Home has had on the game industry. Both as a near-perfect exercise in interactive storytelling and an example of how to handle complex and very real ideas in a game, only Life is Strange has ever come close to matching its significance. While there still isn’t much ‘game’ to be found here, the story you unravel through exploring an empty home will stay with you long after you’ve put down your Switch. Essential.
Rogue Legacy (Switch eShop)
£2.19 (-80%)
Rogue Legacy is a simple take on the tried-and-true roguelike formula, but it executes what it sets out to do exceptionally well, making for an endlessly replayable and enjoyable action adventure that no fan of the genre will want to miss out on. A high difficulty level, funny writing, tight controls and rewarding RPG mechanics make this one an effortless recommendation; the design of the game makes it easy to play in short bursts or long sessions, which means it's a great fit for the Switch. If you enjoyed Dead Cells, Castlevania, or any 2D sidescroller in that style, you’re almost certain to have a blast with this one.
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Pentiment for me for that price. I don't know much about it but I've heard that's the best way to experience it anyway.
well how much are they on sale in U.S. dollars though? Im an American in the U.S. and I don't go by British pound or whatever.
yeah Nintendolife is a UK/British videogame website but come on. Nintendolife staff needs to be considerate where Americans come to this dang website too
@XandertheWise Have you missed the part where they said Europe in the title? They also had plenty of similar articles aimed at America specifically.
@XandertheWise It's specifically said in the article that this sale is in Europe, so they probably didn't put prices in dollars because some of these same games are likely not on sale in the US. Not everything revolves around your country.
@XandertheWise it's a European sale. When it's an American sale they usually post the prices in dollars.
@XandertheWise I assume they have people from all over the world that view the site making pricing guides a slippery slope on what currency to include or not include. In fairness to them ive seen them include articles from time to time based on sales in the USA. If they include us dollars do they have to include Canadian dollars also. So I side with NL in this case
It's a European eshop sale not a US sale. Why would they list it in dollars you can't even pay in dollars for them.youd have ron convert into a European currency Be nice if they listed the Ruro prices as well as pounds though.
Did you use the word "dang" to prove that you are American?
@XandertheWise Xander the not so wise.
I got Mark of the Ninja Remaster for that price during the last sale, but didn't get to play it yet. And it's likely to remain in the backlog till the next couple of sales
And ... there is never enough of Bayonetta 3 ... and for that price!
Hope this sale comes to the US. Thinking I might pick up Pentiment on Switch even though I have it via GamePass. Definitely is a great fit for a mobile device.
Pentiment and Prince of Persia are totally worthy at that price! Go for them, guys!
@Roibeard64 well Im not the only American that comes to the Nintendolife website. Other Americans besides me probably do get fed up with the UK/British pound sale for Nintendo eShop announcements.
Would be nice if the site would also include the American dollar sale too for us U.S. folk
@awp69 exactly. I hope the same sale is included for us U.S. folk.
Some of Americans do come to the dang Nintendolife website and its companion sites push square etc. yet we have to deal.get used to the UK folk being the first ones to get the sales before we do
@XandertheWise https://www.nintendolife.com/tags/sales
All coverage for sales, including those in the U.S., can be found there. Now please stop embarrassing us.
@Nontendo_4DS lololol. Yeah man. Not to mention the answers are just a Google away.
Including the price in US dollars would be silly. But since these articles are about European sales, and most of the European countries use the Euro, I'd say it would be the minimum to include the price in Euros, and yet Nintendo Life never does.
I wish I could take advantage of the Atelier Ryza 3 sale, the first 2 gane were just enjoyable comfy gaming. But I just cannot read the tiny subtitle text on the third game in handheld mode (which is the only way I use the Switch).
@XandertheWise it's for the European sales, you want dollars go see the North American sales articles on the site. They are separate eshops with separate sales and separate accepted currencies how are you not grasping that basic fact.
@FreasurePlanten yeah I don't know what Nintendolife has against listing Euro prices like you do get Eurozone readers like myself that would love to not have to open the eshop to see extactly what it's going for here.
I know reviews are subjective, but there appears to be a pretty big difference between the NL review scores and the user ratings on some of these.
The Atelier games really went on sale in only parts of Europe. Wtf. The rest of us only get discount on the remake.
I was hoping for a better sale, not many of my wish list have a discount, so then my interest is piqued for the following:
1. Pentiment
2. Tails of Iron
3. The Stanley Parable
1 & 2 would make a nice medieval double header, whereas 3 has a bit of a Half Life vibe (it being based on a mod).
Decisions, decisions....I was going to buy the Jeff Minter collection, but that might need to wait, so which should I buy from the above or are there any other unmissables?
I realised yesterday that my switch had fallen out of my bag after playing pocket card jockey on the plane to Portugal. 😭 I'm praying Jet2 found it. Luckily I left most of my game cards at home but did have 6 heavy hitters in the carry case 😢😢😢
Already have everything I want from this list, but just stopped in to say how crazy it was for Mario Strikers to get a 9!
@cra1g0s Pentiment was my GOTY on Xbox when it came out. Absolutely loved it, amazing game.
(Having said that, I'm also really enjoying the Jeff Minter collection at the moment too, so...)
@Alex79uk The Jeff Minter collection for me, would bring back a lot of memories, not just of games like Revenge of the Mutant Camels and others, but that whole era of PET computers, followed by the Vic-20 and C64...yeah, I'm that old!
I'm going to think about Pentiment, I like to have games that are a bit unique and this certainly appears to be.
@cra1g0s There are more than a few games on the Minter collection that you'll play for a couple of minutes just to see what they're like. Realistically there are probably 7 or 8 that you'll put any time in to (although your milage may vary, of course) but those games are brilliant and the accompanying interactive documentary is really nicely done. I'm definitely pleased with the package.
Trust an American to want American dollar prices in an European shop sale 😅
Just wait for the US eshop sale - the big sales are always mirrored there.
@SuperRetroArt
I like that was a good one lol that’s funny 😆 Im from Russia but I have lived in America since I was 2
and I’ve used the word dang now so many times 😂
So much absolutely amazing titles!
As much as I love me some sales, a 65 game list spread over 6 pages doesn't help me to narrow my focus very much, does it?
For most of these I bought them physical. I prefer physical over digital anyday.
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