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10 Nintendo Switch indie games we can't wait for
Colourful, exciting and unique – here are the grassroots games that will shine on Switch.
The 10 most hyped Nindies
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Some you may have heard of, and some that may be new to you, but one thing is for sure: we can’t wait to play these games. In no particular order of preference, here are the 10 indie games we’re most excited about playing on Nintendo Switch.
Splasher
Thumper
Ultimate Chicken Horse
Despite the ridiculous name, Clever Endeavour Games have made a fun party game that is best played with friends. You know, like the Switch itself. The idea is that you are given a blank slate and take turns with your friends to create a horrendously difficult level that you have to complete. Each turn allows you to place even more obstacles and hazards, and the winner is the person who gets to the flag the most times. It’s great fun, and the ability to take the Nintendo Switch anywhere will really make the most of this one, especially with the touch screen, which we’re hoping you can use to place objects.
Steamworld Dig 2
Yooka-Laylee
Stardew Valley
The Fall Part 2: Unbound
If we were confident you hadn’t heard of Splasher, we’re almost certain you won’t know what The Fall is. Firstly, it’s got nothing to do with Mark E Smith’s alt-rock band. Secondly, the first part of this game was released in 2014 to little fanfare, despite it being a terrific side scrolling action adventure game. Part 1 actually came to Wii U before PS4 and Xbox One, so it’s clear Over the Moon Games like Nintendo. We won’t spoil the plot, but the story to The Fall is a deeply interesting one, and ends on a cliffhanger that’s left us dying to play Part 2. We started on Wii U, and we’ll finish – unless there’s a part 3, we can only hope – on Switch. Also, telling you about this one now gives you time to play Part 1, so get on it.
Duck Game
This is another game that feels like it was somehow originally designed with Switch in mind. Just as with 1-2-Switch, on the go, multiplayer games rule supreme on Nintendo’s multi purpose console. With all manner of weaponry, Duck Game lets you choose your duck – complete with crash helmet, or sombrero, or any hat that’s available – and shoot the hell out of your buddies. The PC version even has a level editor, so perhaps on the Switch you could create levels, then meet up and play on your own Switch via local multiplayer? Think Nidhogg: this one is fast, frenetic, and will cause lots of laughs.
The Jackbox Party Pack 3
If you’ve never heard of the Jackbox Party Pack games, you’re missing out on the best party games full stop. The reason these games are so fun is because of the method of controlling it: you use your smartphone. Everyone has one, and input pretty much only varies between touching a button and drawing with your finger. The only concern we have over this one is that, because of the use of phones, you need an internet connection for the game, so you’ll need to be connected to wifi when playing in portable mode. Otherwise, though, taking this game to your friend’s house just got a whole lot easier.
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