The 2D action-platformer Katana Zero is absolutely killing it on the Nintendo Switch right now – in more ways than one.
According to the game's publisher Devolver Digital, it has managed to become the company's second fastest selling game on Nintendo's hybrid platform, right behind the 2017 hit, Enter the Gungeon.
Shout out to @askiisoft as Katana ZERO is our second fastest selling Nintendo Switch game behind Enter the Gungeon!
Thrilled for the dev team and thankful for the support of @NintendoAmerica and @NintendoEurope!
Although no exact figures were provided by the publisher, not long after this, Katana Zero's developer Askiisoft revealed the Switch and PC version had surpassed a combined total of 100,000 sales in the game's launch week.
The developer also mentioned how work on the first free DLC, including a speedrun mode, was already underway:
Thank you so much for playing and sharing Katana ZERO - we're excited that we've sold over 100,000 copies in the first week! Work on the first free DLC plus a speedrun mode is underway.
Last week, we found out the game had become Devolver Digital's most pre-ordered Nintendo Switch title to-date, surpassing pre-order demand for games such as The Messenger, Minit and Downwell.
Have you downloaded Katana Zero on the Switch yet? What do you think of it so far? Tell us below.
[source twitter.com, via twitter.com]
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Man I need to just pick this up. I know that it’s supposed to have a second “chapter” of some sort coming - is this the free dlc mentioned in the article?
I'll eventually grab this when all the dust settles from resident evil on thru the holiday 2019. Maybe when a sale hits
And still not available on the aus eshop. lol
Excellent game, it deserves all the praise.
Awesome game but disappointed just a tad with the abrupt ending. Hopefully, this DLC will expand on the story further. This game was short but well worth the $15.00.
Gameplay was fun enough. Nothing massively unique, but a solid and enjoyable.
The story though...I just didn't care about the story. Seems to be a thing in indie games where story parts are slow paced keeping me from playing the actual game, which is the real issue there since I would be fine if it just gave me a button to skip that.
I'm most certainly getting this at some point along with Cuphead, probably.
I’m super super conflicted on if I should buy this, the only thing that puts me off is the fact that it’s one hit one kill for both parties. Not sure if that’s going to kill my vibe for the whole game. It’s doing so well and I’m hearing mixed feelings about it but more on the positive side ):
@Tao Yeah I would usually agree with you, and the trips to the psychiatrist could break the flow of the game for some. But I was actually really impressed with the story in this game and the way it was delivered. Better than most AAA games in my opinion.
I was one of those 100,000 and happy I am. Solid game
@Zoda_Fett Yeah but you can also slow down time and there is dodge roll that briefly makes you immune to punches and gunfire. It’s not too difficult a game, if that’s what you are worried about.
Nice to hear it sell well on the eShop. I hope Cuphead sell well too cause I really want Ori and the Blind Forest for Switch.
Absolutely fantastic game, it deserves all the success it's had. Not many games can provide an experience where the story and gameplay are equally engaging, but Katana Zero pulls it off with style. Can't recommend it enough!
@NotTelevision I’m not worried about the difficulty, I’m just worried about the combat being boring seeing as there is no health and it’s one hit for enemies
I like it, but just can't put down Hell Is Other Demons
Finally picked this up last night after beating Hellblade, it's a steal at less than £15, loving it so far.
This game is AMAZING. I preferred it to Sekiro. Couldn’t put it down till I finished it.
Solid build and unbelievably slick gameplay, gorgoues art style, gripping storyline and awesome soundtrack. This is more playable and enjoyable and overall better quality than Sekiro. Wished I’d have found it on Steam earlier and I’d have double dipped.
Justin Stander has got some talent and is definitely a new indie developer to watch.
Played it, and love it. It's amazing. Not as good as Deadbolt but still a solid 8.5/10 from me. Glad I picked it up at launch, these devs deserve all the money.
i wont buy this game because this game doesnt come with physical copy.
@NotoriousBiGV your loss.
Cracking game.
@Shinobi1Kenoby Agree completely. Loved this game.
@Zoda_Fett that’s the game concept though. The colour version of each level is you playing through the protagonists premonitions as he can see what happens and relive all eventualities until he finds the right method, like Groundhog day. He never actually dies. The black and white replay at the end of each level is the level’s CCTV capturing what events actually happened in real life.
@NotoriousBiGV nothing to say that LRG or SRG won’t be picking up a distribution deal for it at some point. I’ve downloaded the soundtrack from Bandcamp.com too. It’s brilliant
@MarzipanD i really like the game but i want physical copy. if everyone buys download copys than they going to stop making Physical copys. i dont support download
@retro_player_22 Cuphead is doing very well it will have sold a lot more than Katana Zero on Switch.
@MarzipanD seriously, it's one of the best I've played in a while. The atmosphere is incredible and it's so satisfying to pull off a section perfectly. Amazing music too. Outstanding.
Where's the Physical release???
@NotoriousBiGV That's a silly reason to not play a game, but to each their own.
@NotoriousBiGV You can bet you're house that its going to get a Special reserve release
Well deserved. Brilliant game.
@SwitchForce exactly. thank god i am not the only one who wants physical copy
I finished the game yesterday and I was very frustrated at both endings. Finding the secret key scattered accross some levels couldn't be less clearer about it.
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