Nintendo Switch weekly eShop update: Zombies and killer insects

By Eric Abent/Aug. 30, 2018 3:18 pm EST

As it does every Thursday, Nintendo has detailed another update to the Switch eShop. This week, it's all about indie games, which isn't surprising in the least considering the amount of attention Nintendo has been giving indie developers lately. Even better is that this is just the beginning of a rather exciting release schedule for indies on the Nintendo Switch.

One of the biggest releases of the week is undoubtedly Into the Breach. This title actually went live a few days ago as part of a surprise announcement during Nintendo's Nindies Showcase, but it deserves another mention. The turn-based strategy game sees you controlling giant mechs to save Earth's remaining cities from monstrous insects, and its rougelike elements mean it should keep you occupied for quite some time.

Also new on the Switch eShop this week is The Messenger, a game that seems to draw at least some inspiration from old-school Ninja Gaiden games. Nintendo has been showing off The Messenger for a long time, so to see it finally release is definitely a big deal. Have a look at the full list of releases hitting the eShop over the next week:

Nintendo Switch

ACA NEOGEO CROSSED SWORDS

Bloxiq

Claws of Fury (available September 3)

Fall of Light: Darkest Edition

Freedom Planet

GOD WARS The Complete Legend (available September 4)

Haunted Dungeons: Hyakki Castle

Into the Breach

Mini Metro

Moonfall Ultimate (available September 4)

Ninjin: Clash of Carrots (available September 4)

Phantaruk

Realpolitiks

Son of a Witch (available September 4)

The Messenger

The VideoKid

The Walking Dead: The Complete First Season

Toy Stunt Bike: Tiptop's Trials – Full and Demo Versions

One entry on the list that shouldn't be overlooked is the Switch port of Freedom Planet. Freedom Planet has been around for a while at this point, but it's still worth checking out if you haven't yet, especially if you're a fan of the 2D Sonic games. Be sure to check out the Nindies Showcase from earlier this week to see the indie comes coming to the Switch in the future, and head down to the comments section to tell us if you have your eyes on any of these titles.