SwitchArcade Round-Up: ‘Pizza Tower’, ‘Castlevania Dominus Collection’, Plus Today’s Other Releases and Sales

Hello, fellow gamers! Welcome to the SwitchArcade Round-Up for August 28th, 2024. Yesterday's presentation was packed with exciting reveals, wasn't it? A slew of surprise game releases means our typically quiet Wednesday is anything but – and that's fantastic news! We've got news, a look at today's eShop additions, and our daily sales lists. Let's dive in!

News

Partner/Indie World Showcase Delivers a Bounty of Games

Nintendo's decision to combine two smaller showcases proved a smart move, resulting in a flurry of announcements. Highlights include several surprise releases (detailed below), Capcom Fighting Collection 2, the Suikoden I & II remasters, Yakuza Kiwami, Tetris Forever, MySims, Worms Armageddon: Anniversary Edition, new Atelier and Rune Factory titles, and much more. I highly recommend watching the full video – it's well worth your time!

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Castlevania Dominus Collection ($24.99)

A third Castlevania compilation joins the fray, courtesy of a surprise Direct announcement. This collection features the three Nintendo DS titles: Dawn of Sorrow, Portrait of Ruin, and Order of Ecclesia. It also includes the notoriously challenging arcade game, Haunted Castle, alongside an M2-developed remake that significantly improves upon the original. Expect top-tier emulation and a wealth of features from M2 – an incredible value for the price.

Pizza Tower ($19.99)

This Wario Land-inspired platformer makes its Switch debut as another Direct surprise release. Players must conquer the five massive floors of the Pizza Tower to save their restaurant. Fans of Wario's handheld adventures will appreciate this title, but even those without a strong Wario connection who enjoy platformers should definitely check it out. A review is planned.

Goat Simulator 3 ($29.99)

Another Wednesday, another surprise release! It's Goat Simulator 3. By now, you know the drill. While performance on the Switch remains to be seen (more powerful consoles have experienced some issues), the chaotic nature of the game might even enhance the experience. Whether or not your Switch survives this silly goat adventure is up for debate.

Peglin ($19.99)

While it's tempting to criticize EA for not bringing PopCap games to Switch, Peglin fills the Peggle-shaped hole in our hearts. This mobile hit now graces the Switch, blending Peggle mechanics with a turn-based RPG roguelite structure. A review is forthcoming.

Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story ($20.00)

Kairosoft's latest shop sim utilizes the popular Doraemon license to freshen up its familiar formula. Featuring characters from the manga and anime, the game includes nods to the artist's other works in the form of cameo customers.

Pico Park 2 ($8.99)

More Pico Park for existing fans. Supporting up to eight players locally or online, this cooperative puzzle game emphasizes teamwork and clever problem-solving. While it's unlikely to attract new players, existing fans will find plenty to enjoy.

Kamitsubaki City Ensemble ($3.99)

A budget-friendly rhythm game featuring music from Kamitsubaki Studio. Simple, but enjoyable for the price.

SokoPenguin ($4.99)

A straightforward Sokoban-style puzzle game starring a penguin. One hundred levels of crate-pushing await.

Q2 Humanity ($6.80)

Over three hundred physics-based puzzles await, utilizing character abilities and drawing mechanics. Supports up to four players locally or online.

Sales

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This week's sales spotlight NIS America titles, along with deals on Balatro, Frogun, and The King of Fighters XIII Global Match. The expiring sales list is substantial, so be sure to check it carefully.

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Sales Ending Tomorrow, August 29th

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That's it for today! Thursday promises another exciting day of new releases, including the new Famicom Detective Club. We'll have summaries and coverage of the day's news and sales. Have a great Wednesday, and thanks for reading!