This week’s Nintendo Switch eShop lineup is full of nostalgic surprises, blending classic SNES games with fresh tracks on Nintendo’s music app, plenty of enticing sales, and a slew of new releases to explore.
Nintendo Switch Online is bolstering its collection with four new additions from Koei’s rich SNES era. Leading the charge are Nobunaga’s Ambition and its sequel, Nobunaga’s Ambition: Lord of Darkness. Originally gracing screens in 1993 and 1994, these games transport players to Japan’s Sengoku period, where your mission is to unite the fractious regions under a single banner.
Joining the lineup is Romance of the Three Kingdoms IV Wall of Fire, a strategic gem from 1994 set in the tumultuous landscape of ancient China, drawing inspiration from the celebrated historical novel. And let’s not forget Uncharted Waters: New Horizons, released in 1993, which invites players on a European-themed voyage of discovery and trade.
Over to something musical, Nintendo’s Music app is getting a rhythmic boost. Though it’s a little puzzling, this week’s update includes only 23 tracks from Kirby and the Forgotten Land. It seems we might have to wait for the rest of the soundtrack to make its grand entrance later.
The new games coming to the Switch eShop are certainly not to be missed, and that includes Which Way Up: Galaxy Games. If you’re curious about this title, don’t miss our chat with Turtle Flip Studio, the game’s developer, on last week’s Pure Nintendo Podcast, and stay tuned for our detailed review.
So there you have it for this week’s eShop happenings. Are there any titles capturing your attention? We’d love to hear what you’re diving into this week!
Nintendo Switch Online (SNES)
NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION takes players back to Japan’s chaotic Sengoku era, a time when feudal warlords clashed over territory. As a diligant fief lord, you get to choose how you’ll unify the country—will you engage in battles, forge strong alliances, employ economic cunning, or deploy stealthy ninja missions? Flex your strategic muscles to bring all of Japan under one rule. This classic strategy gem becomes available on March 28 for Nintendo Switch Online members. Bonus: Up to eight players can join using just one Joy-Con controller.
NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Lord of Darkness, the fourth installment in the series, enhances the gameplay by adding cultural and technological depth. Released in 1994, this SNES title places you in the shoes of a Sengoku Daimyo with aspirations of ruling all 48 states. You can boost your generals’ diplomatic and trade skills with tea ceremonies and increase your military’s might with technological advances such as rifles and warships. Available to play from March 28, this title also supports up to eight players via a single Joy-Con, making it a social experience to remember!
Romance of the Three Kingdoms IV Wall of Fire plunges gamers into China’s Second Han Dynasty, when courtly strife and emerging warlords threatened the empire’s fate. Players must navigate this period of upheaval, either by building a formidable army or by deftly outmaneuvering rivals through shrewd negotiations. Whether it’s epic field clashes or castle sieges, military prowess and kingdom welfare are critical to thriving in these tumultuous times. Available from March 28, this title accommodates up to eight adventurers with one Joy-Con.
Uncharted Waters: New Horizons offers a grand adventure set during the Age of Discovery. Players select from six characters, each bringing unique stories and motivations to the high seas. Spanning over 130 destinations, this epic quest allows you to discover hidden treasures and face formidable enemies. Build your fleet, enhance your vessels, and challenge foes to thrilling duels in this seafaring saga available March 28 on Nintendo Switch Online.
Nintendo Music
A New and Noteworthy World – The energetic Kirby returns with a set of 23 tracks from Kirby and the Forgotten Land now available on Nintendo Music, the app dedicated to Nintendo soundtracks. Enjoy haunting melodies like “Running Through the New World” and “Northeast Frost Street” as part of your daily soundtrack. The rest of the tunes are expected to surface by year’s end. Note: Access to Nintendo Music is reserved for Nintendo Switch Online members.
That’s the lowdown on this week’s Switch eShop offerings. Any scores or SNES classics enticing you to play? Join the conversation and share what’s loading on your Switch this week!
