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Alwa's Awakening Coming to Nintendo Switch This Summer

A lot of people have been lamenting over the fact that the Virtual Console won't be coming to the Nintendo Switch. But that's okay, because other indie developers are filling the gap with their own retro-themed games, such as Alwa's Awakening. This morning, Elden Pixels announced that the 8-bit adventure title would be coming to the Nintendo Switch this summer, giving you that old-school 8-bit nostalgia feeling all over again.

You can check out our review of the game at this link in case you're curious what it's all about. Meanwhile, here's the official description of the game and the features coming to the Switch version, including the announcement trailer for you to check out.

Alwa's Awakening Coming to Nintendo Switch This Summer

Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.

– A new challenging NES-inspired adventure game
– Use the magic staff to solve puzzles and defeat enemies
– Find and unlock upgrades to your items and abilities
– Explore a large interconnected map in true 'Metroidvania' style
– Listen to a completely new 8-bit soundtrack with over 25 new original tracks


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