Nintendo Switch Games
- Rikk Wolf
- Aug 14, 2017
- 2 min read
"CALL 811 BEFORE YOU DIG!"
It’s March 2017, the Nintendo Switch just launched, and IGWXP was ready to melt it down to molten Joy-Cons. Rick, Topsy, and Flux pry themselves off the PS4 and dive headfirst into the wild, weird, and slightly wobbly launch library of the Switch and nothing is safe.
From Super Bomberman R's rubbery difficulty spikes to Snipperclips' passive-aggressive puzzle fights, Ultra Street Fighter II's desperate rehashing, and Shovel Knight’s firm grasp on nostalgia’s wallet—this early look is a chaotic roast of a console still figuring itself out. It’s a glorious mess of launch day skepticism, drifting sarcasm, and multiplayer mischief, with bonus jabs at the Switch’s hardware quirks and eShop oddities. Consider this the awkward first date between Robot Co-Op and Nintendo’s baby hybrid... and things get spicy fast.
GAME BIOS: Snipperclips is a cooperative puzzle game developed by SFB Games and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch. The game centers on two paper characters who can cut each other into new shapes to solve physics-based puzzles. Emphasizing communication and experimentation, Snipperclips is designed primarily for local multiplayer and showcases creative problem-solving through simple mechanics and playful presentation.
Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers is an updated version of Super Street Fighter II Turbo, released exclusively for the Nintendo Switch. The game features rebalanced gameplay, high-definition visuals, remastered audio, and new characters Evil Ryu and Violent Ken. It also introduces a modernized control option while preserving the classic mechanics that defined the original competitive fighting experience.
Bomberman R is a multiplayer-focused action game developed by Konami and released as a launch title for the Nintendo Switch. Returning to the series’ classic grid-based bomb-laying gameplay, the game emphasizes fast-paced local and online multiplayer matches. Bomberman R also includes a story mode, blending traditional mechanics with modern presentation and competitive play.
Shovel Knight is a 2D action platformer developed by Yacht Club Games and released in 2014. Inspired by classic NES-era design, the game features precise platforming, combat-driven exploration, and a retro visual style paired with modern polish. Shovel Knight is known for its tight controls, memorable soundtrack, and extensive post-launch content, earning widespread acclaim as a standout modern retro-style title.
