
Back in 2019, Sidebar Games revealed Sports Story, an upcoming sequel to the excellent Golf Story that's planned to launch as a Nintendo Switch exclusive. The announcement was made during a Nintendo Indie World Showcase, not only being one of the highlight games of the event, but also causing a great deal of excitement among fans who had played the original.
It's right up there with the most anticipated indie games headed to Nintendo's platform, but its original "mid-2020" launch window came and went without a release. Sidebar Games confirmed that the game was being delayed last August, and we haven't heard a peep about its development progress since.
Until now, that is. In a rare update posted to Twitter this morning, the studio has said:
"Everything is coming together now. Please look forward to more updates going forward, we have much to share!"
In a later post, the team also shared a new screenshot. "Everybody wants to know the first step to turning pro. Wall Bounders is that first step."

As you may well remember, Sports Story is set to up the ante with not only golf, but also tennis, fishing, dungeon exploration, and more. If you need a quick catch-up on why the game's such a big deal, make sure to check out our Golf Story review – whether you're a fan of golf, RPGs, or just great quality games in general, it's certainly worth a look.
Here's hoping those promised updates head our way soon. We'll make sure to keep an eye out for more news as it arrives, but in the meantime, feel free to let us know if you're still feeling hyped for the game in the comments below.
[source twitter.com, via dualshockers.com]
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This one plus silksong and axiom verge 2 are the games already announced I am most looking forward in the future
Really enjoyed Golf Story (but I really like Golf irl too) so I'm interested to see how this one will turn out.
Awesome! Golf Story is one of my favorite Switch Games and is also my favorite pixel art game (together with Stardew valley). This is the only game which I bought digital (after it's release) and physical (limited run). Day one for me!
@Balta666 I mirror this. Those 3 games are very high in my anticipation list
So cool they added more sports for the sequel. And dungeon exploring 😂 I didn't mind the delay too much, because I had Golf Story still fresh in my mind. I'm getting in the mood to play this though, especially seeing that tennis screen shot. Looks great.
Golf Story was so good. Whenever this does eventually release, it'll be a day one purchase for me 100%.
Golf Story was the third Switch game I played right after BotW and Odyssey. For me, it felt like another Nintendo classic at the time. I simply cannot wait for Sports Story.
While Hollow Knight is my favorite Switch indie, I think I’m more excited about Sports Story over Silksong, simply because it’s such a unique type of game.
So hoping for a physical to go next to my Golf Story physical.
This and Silksong are the two games that news has been so scarce that I thought maybe they have been forgotten about.
Too bad it's gonna be a Switch Pro exclusive.
I bought Golf Story on the eShop and was enjoying it until I sold the Switch a couple years ago.
When the new Switch comes out, I'll get it and hopefully my eShop purchases will still be there.
I am so excited for this game. I have complete trust in the developers, they can take their time. I already know I'll love it
Fantastic news!! My most anticipated non first party game this year. LOVED Golf Story.
Loved Golf Story and really looking forward to this! I haven’t been totally surprised by the delays given their greatly expanding the scope of the game compared to Golf Story, but I hope they’ve taken their time to get it right!
It's really cool (and a little strange) that my favorite indies of all time, Golf Story, Hollow Knight & Axiom Verge are getting sequels this year(ish)!
Give us Yoku's Island Express 2 as well!
Cannot wait for this puppy. Golf Story was great!
Not really much of an update. A rough release window would be nice, but I will be patient.
Nice! Now give me an update on the Cuphead DLC and physical release so I can finally get that one too.
Well, the pixel art certainly looks lovely, which is an ideal start for retro-style games like this.
Day one purchase!
Day one!
Day one!
Dang! This was a great reminder that I own the first but never played it!
I loved Golf Story and wasn't really aware of the existence of sports story. But now i know of it, i want it yesterday!!!
A great game even for those like me who find golf well a bit boring really! I think I got to the end tournament . Eyes on this game! Xx
I had a blast playing Golf Story but then the ramp-up in difficulty for the final match was too much and I could never beat it ¯(ツ)/¯
Take your time, lads. I'll buy it on release, whenever you're done with it.
My god. Can't wait for this one.
And put GOLF STORY on sale again so I can get more friends into this great game.
Great, I just bought the game today because of this story. Thanks for the info
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