OlliOlli World (Switch eShop)
$14.99 (-50%)
OlliOlli World takes Roll7's refined 2D skateboarding concept to cosmic heights. Tight and challenging gameplay, a high skill ceiling, dozens of hours of content, and a remarkably stylish sense of presentation combine to make this a release you absolutely don’t want to miss. It's an easy recommendation to pretty much any Switch owner, especially those who are easily roped in by score-chasing releases or super hard platforming, OlliOlli World is a shining example of the distinct kind of innovation and quality that can come from inspired indie game studios.
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero (Switch eShop)
$14.99 (-50%)
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero has never been better than on Switch; the enhanced versatility of the console lends the game a new sort of appeal and convenience that wasn’t there before. This is a charming, colourful, and sometimes challenging Metroidvania that will no doubt prove to be a memorable addition to your collection. While it could be a little longer, we would give this one a strong recommendation to anyone who hasn’t yet picked it up for any other platform. For those of you who have, know that you’re essentially just paying for the ability to play this on the go, but that’s still arguably worth the asking price. Either way, this is one of the most polished Shantae games.
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Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales (Switch eShop)
$7.99 (-60%)
While utilising the ruleset of a more traditional CCG system might put off some players, the on-brand approach to turn-based combat in Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales is still a positive addition to the world. Because with such an involved and intricately designed story – and such an interesting world to explore beyond the confines of Geralt – Thronebreaker offers the opportunity to lose yourself in the Continent like never before.
SEGA AGES Out Run (Switch eShop)
$2.39 (-70%)
If you originally missed out on the 3DS port, this is about as essential a retro release as you can get. Out Run has always been an infinitely playable game, and the new unlockables and online rankings only increase its longevity further. Those with the 3DS version will have to decide whether it’s worth buying what’s more or less the same game again in order to play it on their TV, but for everyone else with an interest in retro gaming, it’s a must-have.
Quake II (Switch eShop)
$3.99 (-60%)
Quake II arrives on Switch in the form of one of the very best remasters we've ever had the pleasure of digging into. With enhanced graphics and audio, refined AI, all-new animations, the iD Vault, a brand new episode, and all previously released DLC in the mix — plus the N64 version — this is an exhaustive package that Quake fans are absolutely gonna eat up. Add in crossplay support, gyro controls, and lots of co-op and competitive ways to play locally and online, and you've got an absolutely outstanding release.
Shin Megami Tensei V (Switch)
$23.99 (-60%)
Shin Megami Tensei V is a modern masterpiece. It successfully delivers on all the aspects that have made the series thus far so popular with fans — namely through its high difficulty, heavy narrative themes, and expansive team-building options — while polishing up and tightening the weaker aspects. Things like a more easily navigable map and more difficulty options to cater to players of all skill levels comfortably make this the most approachable entry in the series, and it feels like there are more things to do in the world than ever before. If you are at all a fan of RPGs or have been looking for a good entry point into this oft-overlooked series, we would strongly encourage you to pick this up as soon as you can. Shin Megami Tensei V was worth the wait; Atlus successfully stuck the landing with this one.
Wargroove (Switch eShop)
$7.99 (-60%)
As far as strategy games are concerned on the Switch, Wargroove is one of the best titles you can find on the eShop. Extremely deep and diverse strategy gameplay, ridiculous amounts of replayability, and charming presentation all combine to make this one an easy recommendation to anybody looking for a deep and cerebral experience for their Switch. Advance Wars did finally return, but Chucklefish's Wargroove and its sequel stand as worthy successors to that franchise.
Severed (Switch eShop)
$3.74 (-75%)
A joy to behold from start to finish, Severed is an almost perfectly executed action-adventure game with RPG elements, real-time combat, and a whole lot of slicing the body parts from various creatures. With beautifully designed dungeons full of rewarding puzzles and a pleasing combat system, you’ll likely find yourself wishing you could play more of the game when it's over. That’s the only real downside – you’ll probably be finished with the main story after six hours and left wanting more – although wishing you could play more isn’t necessarily a complaint if you're a time-starved gamer with a backlog. If you have the means to do so, we heartily recommend putting that backlog to one side and giving this one a go.
Alien: Isolation (Switch eShop)
$14.99 (-25%)
Alien: Isolation is a survival horror masterpiece and straight-up one of the very best horror video games ever released. It's a nerve-wracking affair – a slow, methodical game of cat and mouse against a brilliantly clever recreation of one of cinema's most infamous killers – but if you're up to the task you'll find one of the most satisfying gameplay experiences in the genre; a brilliant and beautiful homage to one of the greatest Sci-Fi movies of all time. Feral Interactive has done a stellar job with this Switch port and the excellent motion controls and inclusion of all previously-released DLC only go to sweeten the deal. This is essential stuff for survival horror fans.
The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles (Switch)
$15.99 (-60%)
The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles is two brilliant games for the price of one, and it not only gives us more of what we love, but gives us something that is visually, narratively, and historically deeper than ever before. There's a bit of a learning curve that you'll have to get on top of to meet the game where it's at, but honestly, we couldn't have asked for a better version of the game we've been wanting for years.
Castlevania Advance Collection (Switch eShop)
$11.99 (-40%)
It’s mostly the sublime Aria of Sorrow that’s doing the heavy lifting with Castlevania Advance Collection; it really is one of the best entries in the entire Castlevania series. Circle of the Moon and Harmony of Dissonance are alright but on a lower tier, while Dracula X is middling even on its own standards. These are still very much worth playing, though, and this collection makes for an essential purchase for both longtime Castlevania fans and newbies.
Katana ZERO (Switch eShop)
$8.99 (-40%)
Katana Zero is unmistakably a game that you need to add to your Switch collection. The tough, hair-raising action sequences, gripping narrative, and impeccable sense of style elevate Katana Zero high above many of its peers, cementing it as a modern classic that sets new standards for what a side-scrolling action game can be. This is the kind of game that you’ll blindly play through once and soon find yourself wishing you could have that first-time experience again; there’s nothing else quite like it on the eShop and we can’t recommend it enough.
In Other Waters (Switch eShop)
$4.49 (-70%)
A very pleasant surprise indeed, In Other Waters is a bit of a minimalist masterpiece that you'll often want to dip into for a more contemplative experience than the majority of the Switch's library. It has found a perfect home on the handheld, the form factor of which massively works in the favour of the game's mood and atmosphere to create an exceptional and unique experience. What you're getting here is a story that you're an integral part of, and it's one of the92
coolest, cleverest games we've played in a long time. An absolutely first-class effort.
Mega Man X Legacy Collection (Switch eShop)
$7.99 (-60%)
Mega Man X Legacy Collection is a fantastic re-release of several must-play gaming classics, presenting them as authentically as possible while still including a few modern features on top that help to improve the overall experience and keep it from feeling antiquated. Throw in the new X Challenge mode and an enormous archive of museum content and this stands as the definitive way to play the Mega Man X games in the modern era. Four fantastic games, a bevy of extra content, and the ability to play at home or on the go — nothing not to like here.
Other 9/10s from the Blue Bomber's Switch catalogue that are on sale include Mega Man Legacy Collection $7.99 (-47%), Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection $9.99 (-67%), and Mega Man 11 $9.99 (-67%), and Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection $39.99 (-33%)
Jack Move (Switch eShop)
$11.99 (-40%)
It may not last terribly long, but Jack Move manages to pack in all the important elements needed for an excellent cyberpunk JRPG adventure. The inventive battle system, enchanting world, and appealing graphics all come together to make for a perfectly paced, gripping, and memorable release that no RPG fan will want to miss out on, and that goes double for time-poor genre aficionados. It’s not often that you see a JRPG that leans so hard into science fiction tropes, and Jack Move makes the most of every minute of its runtime. Highly recommended.
OneShot: World Machine Edition (Switch eShop)
$11.99 (-20%)
A short, compelling point-and-click adventure game originally developed in 2014, OneShot: World Machine Edition has an endearing, sombre story in which developer Future Cat makes you – the player – a character. The quest of Nico, a cat-like child, is framed as a game installed on a PC that functions as both a menu and narrative device and Niko will frequently break the fourth wall to address you by your Nintendo Switch profile name as you guide her through a dying world.
Unlike the adventure games of two or three decades ago, none of the puzzles stumped us, yet the dopamine rush hit us all the same when things slid into place. Before we knew it, the credits rolled, and we sat back, pensive from its bittersweet ending.
Ape Out (Switch eShop)
$3.74 (-75%)
The Nintendo eShop would be a considerably more exciting and interesting place if it were packed full of games like Ape Out. It’s a refreshingly original experience that more than deserves a place in any Switch owner’s library. Difficult, frenetic gameplay, strong art direction, and an even stronger jazz drum soundtrack make this the sort of memorable game that you’ll likely keep coming back to over and over for another few runs in arcade mode. We’d give Ape Out a strong recommendation to anyone looking for a distinct and unforgettable game for their Switch collection; it’s a bit of an acquired taste, but well worth your time.
GRIS (Switch eShop)
$4.24 (-75%)
We’re very careful when we use this word, but Gris is a masterpiece. Its jaw-dropping visual style and heart-wrenching score combine for one of the most emotional pieces of interactive art you’ll ever play. It may be too short for some, its puzzles may be on the simple side and the lack of any real challenge may not be to everyone’s taste, but this is a game focused more on fragility than ability and as long as you’re willing to go along for the ride, it’s one that will stick with you for a very long time indeed.
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (Switch eShop)
$19.99 (-33%)
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective was one of the best games on Nintendo DS. Now it is one of the best games on Nintendo Switch. If you're a fan of Ace Attorney, Danganronpa, AI: The Somnium Files, or just of having a good dang time with a brilliant story and stunning art, then why are you still here? Go and get the game. Now. Go!!!!
The Talos Principle: Deluxe Edition (Switch eShop)
$4.49 (-85%)
Croteam, the creator of The Talos Principle, was previously known primarily for their silly (but fun) Serious Sam titles. The Talos Principle shows a remarkable maturity and depth of scope that's perhaps surprising, but in a very good way. It poses interesting questions, allows the player to progress at their own pace — mostly in a non-linear fashion — and is a hugely satisfying piece of game design. Utterly entrancing and highly recommended.
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Just the 129 games then (lol) If someone was to suggest to me to buy 129 games, I would slap them in the chops hahahah!
I already own 35 of those, so I guess I only need to buy 94 games. 😝
Now how many games on sale scored 8/10? 🤔
Good list. Persona 4 Golden has the wrong price though. Says $5.99, which I immediately jumped to buy then saw it’s actually $12.99.
129 games I should pick up?! I've learned today that NintendoLife is very ambitious about their gaming!
Thanks for narrowing down that list!
13 Sentinels came at a time when it felt like every JRPG and action game had a trashy story. But after surviving Daemon X Machina and Astral Chain's maladies, 13 Sentinels was the right tonic. I can't recommend it enough if you love good sci-fi.
Off this list, In Other Waters looks like one to nab, and I probably should pick up Ghost Trick. Pillars of Eternity would be nice if I had 70 hours of gaming time, but I did just start playing Yakuza 7.
We'll see. The fiscally-responsible part of me is telling me to skip the sale altogether because I have all the games in the world to play, but he's a narc.
@awp69 Thanks for the spot, I've zapped that.
@GrailUK Ha, yeah you can definitely tell we're deep into the console cycle when a sale throws up this many amazing games. Most people will likely own a fair number of these already, but as @FishyS says, add in all the 8/10s and this would destroy us all.
And let's not forget that 7/10 is a respectable score, too! Just so much quality on this console.
I was caught off guard by just how many games were on this list... and then I was caught even more off guard by how many of these I already own. Hahaha!
I have about 280 games for my Switch and I have had only enough time to complete about 20 of those. I think the 260 games I have left will more than do for now. Though I'm still going to pick up DQ the dark Prince when it gets released on the 1/12/23 and batman trilogy. I'm still currently playing through, star ocean second story, XC3, Ocotopath traveller, Red dead, Mario bros wonder, FF12, Trails from Zero, TotK and super mario bros wonder. I'm also going to buy turok 3 next Thursday because I love nightdive games and there remasters.
Would rather have top 10 lists of games on sale, per genre.
Buy Windjammers 2 right now, people!
Only game I really want right now is Star Ocean Second Story R, but guess it’s too soon for a sale on it. Maybe at Christmas.
So many great games on here. Tetris Effect is one of the few games that never leaves my Switch. It's absolutely perfect, whether I want to play the surprisingly emotional "Journey" mode, chill out in one of the "Effect" modes, or give myself an ego check in one of several PVP modes.
As someone who has been playing Tetris since it released on the NES, this really does feel like the ultimate version. It even includes a carefully reproduced "classic" mode so I can see just how much better kid me was at that tough-as-nails NES version of Tetris. How did I get so much worse with age??
Huntdown, Huntdown, Huntdown, Huntdown, Huntdown, Huntdown, Huntdown, Huntdown, Huntdown, Huntdown, Huntdown, Huntdown..
If you're looking for a great platformer currently on sale you should try out Juiced!
@DonierGunad you raise an interesting point….i have so many games, it’s just not possible to complete all of them. I really need to taper down buying games and appreciate what i have more…,
@Zaruboggan In Other Waters was one of my two surprise obsessions this year, the other being Dredge. I recommend both very, very highly.
In Other Waters is pretty brilliant in making you discover every facet of the game, including the interface and controls.
Dredge is probably one of the most bizarre and fun combinations of fishing sim and brilliantly realized Lovecraftian horror experiences.
13 Sentinels absolutely blew me away. I cannot recommend it enough!! Truly one of a kind game, definitely pick it up if you are craving something new.
Do yourself a favor and grab The Messenger at around $5. That's a deal and a half.
Just a bunch of games nobody buys anymore. No Mario games on sale. Just once can we have some Mario games 50 percent off. Even 30 percent off would be crazy. Best I seen was 10 to 20 percent off once r twice a year. You suck Nintendo when it comes to sales in first party games
It’s too soon for a Dave the diver discount but that’s really what I’ve been waiting for. From the demo it’s worth a buy outright but I’m waiting to see if we get a physical release still. On here is a lot of good games anyone could consider but I’m a glutton that has most I’d care to have and most I have not had the time to complete.
I picked up Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Portal 1&2, Sonic Frontiers, and Video Kid
@IronMan30 that is exactly what I did! actually.. I grabbed:
quake 2, the messenger, duke nukem, portail 1&2 and roguelegacy 1..
since I'm struggling to buy games on colombian eshop, I gotta see what to do for the rest of my wishlist..
I'm sorry, but what??? Nintendo Life do not need these sensationalist phrases.
We just have Torto Arado and La Plus Secrète Mémoire des Hommes in the last years and it is just absurd to say that this game is in the same level as those books. This is simply wrong. Just like saying that the Sun is cold.
@RavenFellBlade I did end up snagging In Other Waters! I've played a little bit so far, and I'm really keen to find out what's going on!
Good to see Thumper get a mention here.
Cool sale, man
Couldn't just list the game titles, the non-sale price and the sale price? Maybe a link to a review.
The pictures and paragraphs describing the game makes this needlessly bloated.
Thanks to the Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial for Fae Farm, I downloaded the game to continue playing my save file with the 25% discount it currently has as part of this sale on the Canadian eShop. I also used up some Gold Coins to knock another $20 off. It was quite the steal and the game is a lot of fun....especially with such a huge discount!
It seems like maybe too many 9's are being given out!
Yeah, no thanks. I blew over $5000 this past weekend, most of it buying a custom-built laptop. I'm not strapped for cash, but I shouldn't be throwing money around all willy-nilly.
It couldn't be 130? 🙄 Seriously, who started this trend? IGN? 😒
@Tirza With 130-odd titles, it's unclear what you're referencing.
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