The Nintendo Switch’s eShop got a little scarier this week.
With the launch of Outlast: Bundle of Terror, which contains the original game and its Whistleblower expansion, players can take Red Barrels’s demented romp through an insane asylum on the go for the first time. Also now available for the Switch is Subsurface Circular, a text-based detective game from Mike Bithell (the creator of Thomas Was Alone).
And on Tuesday, Switch owners will be able to download Scribblenauts Showdown, a multiplayer party game spinoff of the long-running franchise.
You can learn more about all of this week’s additions to the Nintendo eShop after the break.
Nintendo Download: ¡Viva Mulaka! [Press Release]
Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch
Mulaka – Dive into northern Mexico’s breathtaking landscapes with Mulaka, a 3D action-adventure game based on the rich indigenous culture of the Tarahumara. Embark on the journey of a Sukurúame, a Tarahumara shaman known for impressive running abilities. Fight back the foulness corrupting the land, while drawing upon the powers of demigods.
Scribblenauts Showdown – Use your imagination and go head-to-head in the ultimate multiplayer showdown. Enjoy a party-style Scribblenauts experience, conjuring more than 35,000 objects from the vast Scribblenauts dictionary to outsmart your opponent in more than 25 mini-games. Scribblenauts Showdown launches on Nintendo Switch on March 6.
Subsurface Circular – A detective stationed on the Subsurface Circular investigates a series of disappearances among the city’s robotic working class. Collect words and phrases, and then use them in dialogue puzzles to uncover the world’s secrets and determine its future.
A Normal Lost Phone – A Normal Lost Phone is a game about exploring the intimacy of an unknown person whose phone was found by the player. The game takes the shape of a narrative investigation: you have to search the phone’s text messages, pictures and applications, in order to learn about its former owner. Through this phone, you uncover Sam’s life, friends, family and relationships, until the evening when they turn 18 and mysteriously disappear.
Sengoku 2 – Sengoku 2 is a side scrolling action game released by SNK in 1993. Take on the role of a warrior summoned by a shrine princess, and fight over various historical periods in order to defeat the dark monarch. Players can enjoy new tactical features such as charge attacks and defensive abilities.
Air Hockey – Play Air Hockey and rediscover the fun and and excitement of this classic arcade game anywhere.
Star Force – Star Force is a shooting game released in 1984 by Tehkan (now Koei Tecmo Games). It was very popular due to its variety of hidden bonuses as well as the competitiveness for achieving high scores.
Damascus Gear Operation Tokyo – The one and only robot customization Hack and Slash! Due to the bio weapons, “Rages” of which we lost control, the surface of the earth as we know it has been taken over. Wield the humanoid robot, Gears, to take back the city! Gears are enhanced through equipping a variety of over 460 parts. Find the perfect combination that suits your playstyle.
Detention – Detention is a unique atmospheric horror game heavily influenced by Taiwanese/East Asian culture, religious elements and mythology. Based on the 1960s Taiwan under martial law, in this 2D atmospheric horror side-scroller, the player control characters who venture into the school beset by hostile supernatural events to uncover stories behind the haunted place.
Fear Effect Sedna – Thrilling action and stealth gameplay enhanced by the Fear system, an exciting story and ultra-stylish cutscenes. Harness your team’s dynamic abilities to tackle enemies and puzzles like never before. This is the quintessential sequel for existing fans and a perfect starting point for newcomers. Available March 6
Grid Mania – Put your brain to the test with Grid Mania, simple but challenging logical puzzle game. Solve over 170 levels in 4 different modes. Available March 2
Guilt Battle Arena – As a member of The GUILT Patrol, you must battle the Dreadful Judge and his evil minions to bring peace back to the galaxy. In this frantic 2D couch combat game, you have one bullet to fire at your opponents. After firing your gun, you must “rebound” your bullet before firing again. This grin inducing mechanic introduces a new strategic element where thinking about where your bullet will land is as important as where you shoot!
Little Triangle – Little Triangle is a side-scrolling action game. Button operations are simply walking and jumping. Complete the stages by defeating the unique enemy characters and bosses!
North – In North you play a man who applies for asylum in a city filled with strange creatures and strange customs. Dealing with the issue of the contemporary refugee crisis while at the same time being deeply rooted in a classical cyberpunk atmosphere à la Blade Runner, North features a dark synthpop soundtrack, a sprawling mega-city and weird monster-like inhabitants. Available March 6
Outlast: Bundle of Terror – In the remote mountains of Colorado, horrors wait inside Mount Massive Asylum. A long-abandoned home for the mentally ill, recently re-opened by the “research and charity” branch of the transnational Murkoff Corporation, the asylum has been operating in strict secrecy… until now. Acting on a tip from an anonymous source, independent journalist Miles Upshur breaks into the facility, and what he discovers walks a terrifying line between science and religion, nature and something else entirely. Once inside, his only hope of escape lies with the terrible truth at the heart of Mount Massive.
Packet Queen # – Juno is a girl living in Gaiapolis, who works hard everyday to become independent. She started working in data salvage because she heard that it pays well, but as a beginner, she just can’t seem to increase her income. If only there was some way to increase her skills so that she could tackle more difficult assignments… Just as she’s thinking this, the AI Prae, who lives in her head, suggests a certain game. The title of the game is Packet Queen and just playing it increases one’s technical abilities. Juno lightheartedly decides to give it a go, unaware that the game conceals an outrageous secret…!
Paper Wars: Cannon Fodder Devastated – Paper Wars: Cannon Fodder Devastated is the refreshed, updated, remastered, and enhanced edition of the beloved Wii tower defense-like game! With updated graphics built from the ground up in Unity and a brand-new chapter where we’ve exchanged soldiers for zombies, it’s just better than ever!
Poisoft Thud Card – Aim to be the world’s top Thud player!
Super Toy Cars – Super Toy Cars is a tabletop arcade combat racing game featuring fast and cool looking cars, impressive tracks made of everyday objects and a bunch of power-ups that will let you destroy your opposition. Collect all cars and upgrades to keep up with competition while you progress in career mode or have a quick race either against AI opponents or against friends. Available March 2
Totes the Goat – Jump from platform to platform – bringing each one back to life – while avoiding hazardous Wily Wolves, Cranky Crows, and Bully Bears – oh my! Once a level is fully rejuvenated, hop down to the next level for an endless journey of jumps!
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RTO 2 – RTO 2 is a side scrolling first person shooter with elements from the survival horror genre. Take control of a 6-man team through four episodes and do your best to survive and complete your mission.
