Indie World (March 2026): all the announcements

If you’re in the mood for some indie games, make sure to check out the latest Indie World presentation that was livestreamed earlier today! It introduced and showcased a variety of indie games coming to both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, with some available today!

First up, here’s the recording of the European and North America presentation:

And here’s the list of games showcased during this presentation, straight from the official press release:

• Rotwoodfrom Klei Entertainment: Choose your weapon, master a diverse combat system and refine your builds in this stylish side-scrolling co-op action brawler from Klei Entertainment, the studio behind Don’t Starve. Battle corrupted beasts through dangerous forest arenas, and play solo or with up to three friends locally¹ or online². Progress comes from increasing your skill as much as your loot, with challenging boss fights that demand practice and proficiency. Rotwood hacks and slashes onto Nintendo Switch 2 as a console exclusive … later today!
• Blue Princefrom Dogubomb and Raw Fury: Welcome to Mt. Holly, a peculiar manor with ever-changing rooms. This genre-bending, DICE award-winning game is filled with mystery, strategy and puzzles that weave together with every room explored. Chart a path through chambers that harbor secrets and challenges to find the enigmatic Room 46. Be aware: The mansion resets every day, and every doorway becomes a new choice. Plus, smoothly navigate Mt. Holly with Joy-Con 2 mouse controls. Unravel the truth day by day, step by step and room by room. Make every step count when Blue Prince launches on Nintendo Switch 2 … later today!
• Blighted from Drinkbox Studios: Battle through a deadly, psychedelic Western nightmare to reclaim the memories of your people in this exploration-driven action RPG from the creators of Guacamelee! and Nobody Saves the World. The evil Sorcisto has consumed your village and infected the world with a deadly Blight. As the lone survivor of his rampage, you must fight through surreal, hostile environments to defeat powerful bosses and recover the memories of your people … before your own Blight overtakes you. Play solo or with a friend via local¹ or online² multiplayer, as you uncover the mysteries of this twisted world. Blighted creeps onto Nintendo Switch 2 this fall.
• Minishoot’ Adventuresfrom SoulGame Studio: Fly into a frantic, handcrafted world with crisp, twin-stick, shoot-’em-up action in this modern twist on the classic 8-bit adventure formula. Fight your way from the shiny overworld to the deepest caves, improve your ship and overcome dungeon bosses in intense, bullet-filled battles to rescue your friends. Explore lush caverns, ancient temples and sunken cities where each environment is full of treasures, challenges and secrets. Minishoot’ Adventures flies onto Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch … later today!
• Deadzone: Roguefrom Prophecy Games: Step into a forsaken space station in this fast-paced roguelike shooter where every run is a heated fight for survival, solo or with friends online². Battle through shifting, procedurally generated corridors overrun with biomechanical creatures. Scavenge and combine experimental weaponry to grow stronger and evolve with every encounter. Harness powerful gear, wield the elements in high intensity combat and push deeper into the station’s heart to uncover secrets. Plus, use Joy-Con 2 mouse controls for smooth loot and shoot action. Fight, revive, adapt and carve your own path through the void – can you survive long enough to conquer the Deadzone? Deadzone: Rogue emerges from the void on the Nintendo Switch 2 system March 17. Pre-order is available today.
• Denshattack!from Fireshine Games: Travel across a colorful dystopian Japan in this off-the-rails extreme action-adventure platformer game. Flip, trick and grind a fast-paced train while racking up points and facing off against bizarre bosses. Take back the tracks with nothing but skill, speed and style as you ollie and kickflip through volcanoes, meadows and oceans. Plus, play the free demo on Nintendo Switch 2 later today. Denshattack! launches on Nintendo Switch 2 June 17. Purchase the game when it launches to get an exclusive train skin.
• Mixtape from Beethoven and Dinosaur and Annapurna Interactive: From the developers of BAFTA award-winning game The Artful Escape, Mixtape unfolds in a narrative-driven adventure of three friends exploring the greatest hits of their teenage experience, from the first kiss to the last dance. Inspired by classic coming-of-age movies and featuring eclectic gameplay and a varied soundtrack of popular music from artists including DEVO, The Smashing Pumpkins and more. Mixtape spins up on Nintendo Switch 2 May 7.
• My Little Puppy from Dreamotion Inc.: One day in doggy heaven, a Welsh Corgi named Bong-gu catches a whiff of his human dad in the afterlife. Sniff, bark, run and jump as you embark on a touching narrative adventure as Bong-gu to reunite with his dearly departed dad in a story of relationships, farewells and reunions. My Little Puppy bounds its way onto Nintendo Switch digitally May 29, with a physical version available in June. The Nintendo Switch version features costume customization for Bong-gu. Dress him up with cute and goofy costumes and take his charm to the next level!
• Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault from Digital Sun and 11 bit studios: Live the double life of a fearless adventurer and a crafty merchant! Dive into vibrant dimensions brimming with shiny loot and pesky enemies. Each run becomes a tactical puzzle of how much loot you can carry back and how far you dare to explore. After each escapade, put your hard-earned treasure on sale. Set your prices, grow your shop, entice returning customers and make your mark among a ragtag community of castaways. Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault opens shop on Nintendo Switch 2 this year.
• Woodo from Tiny Monks Tales and Daedalic Entertainment: Welcome to Woodo, a cozy puzzle game where you assemble wooden scenes piece by piece like a 3D coloring book. Place objects in their correct spots and watch each scene slowly fill with color and life, revealing charming animations and small surprises through handcrafted dioramas. Play at your own pace while the narrator’s voice keeps you company as you settle into a world that comes together one piece at a time. The Nintendo Switch 2 version also supports Joy-Con 2 mouse controls for smooth gameplay. Woodo slots onto Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch this summer.
• Heave Ho 2 from Le Cartel Studio and Devolver Digital: Swing into action, reach out and offer your friends a helping hand … or lose your grip and send them tumbling to the deadly void below in this fiendish online² and local¹ multiplayer game for up to four players. Grab your pals and play couch co-op together, or play locally³ and online⁴ with GameShare. Explore new gameplay twists, from weightless space to cookery chaos and much more across eight themed worlds. Heave Ho 2 launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch this summer.
• The Midnight Walk from MoonHood and Fast Travel Games: From the makers of Lost in Random and Fe comes the award-winning dark fantasy adventure built entirely in real life clay and animated in a stop motion style. Become The Burnt One, befriend a lost lantern creature named Potboy, and use his flame to light your way through a handcrafted world of wonder and horror. The Midnight Walk launches on Nintendo Switch 2 March 26.

• Outbound from Square Glade Games and Silver Lining Interactive: Turn an empty camper van into the home of your dreams in this cozy, off-the-grid exploration game. Play solo or in online² multiplayer that supports up to four players and craft workstations, gather energy from natural sources, upgrade and customize your vehicle, grow crops and explore a colorful world. Outbound rolls onto Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch April 23. Play a free demo later today!
• Unrailed 2: Back on Track from Indoor Astronaut: The chaotic co-op railroad builder returns, bigger and wilder than ever. Work together in online² multiplayer to gather resources, craft tracks and guide a constantly moving train without letting it derail. Unrailed 2: Back on Track pulls into the station on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch this May. Play the free Nintendo Switch demo today!
• TOEM 2 from Something We Made: Set off on a new photo adventure, spurred on by your awakened passion for discovering and photographing mysterious “events” known as TOEMs. Jump and climb across new regions, lend a hand to new faces and create lasting friendships along the way. TOEM 2 launches on Nintendo Switch this summer.
• Ratatan: from Ratata Arts Co. Ltd and Game Source Entertainment: Command over 100 unique characters in this rhythm roguelike action game that blends musical timing with side-scrolling combat. Play solo, or in local¹ and online² multiplayer for up to four players. Ride the rhythm when Ratatan launches on Nintendo Switch 2 July 16.
• inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories from Nagai Industries and Beep Japan: Step into the quiet glow of a late-night konbini (convenience store) set in a 1990s town inspired by Japan, and discover the hidden joy in daily routines. Stock shelves, explore the colorful neighborhood, and meet charming customers with stories of their own that you can help shape. inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch April 30.
• Grave Seasons from Perfect Garbage and Blumhouse Games: Establish your new farming life and embed yourself in an idyllic town with some seriously unsettling vibes. Your peaceful life is put at risk when you discover someone in town is a supernatural serial killer. Grave Seasons launches on Nintendo Switch this summer.

¹ Additional accessories may be required for multiplayer mode. Sold separately.
 
² Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Membership auto-renews after initial term at the then-current price unless canceled. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/purchase-terms/
 
³ Nintendo Switch 2 system must initiate GameShare session. Users who receive software via GameShare can only play the software during the session in which it was shared. Shared game will not be playable after the session ends
 
⁴ Nintendo Switch 2 and GameChat required for each user engaging in GameShare via GameChat. Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. During the GameChat open-access period, GameChat can be used without a membership. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. support.nintendo.com

And here’s the recording of the Japanese presentation, which featured a slightly different line-up of games:

The list of games featured only in this presentation (or with a different release date in Japan) are as follows:

• Whisper of the House was announced for Nintendo Switch, and is releasing this May in Japan.
• Öoo was announced for Nintendo Switch, and is now available worldwide.
• Little Witch in the Woods was announced for Nintendo Switch, and is releasing this Summer in Japan.
• Schrodinger’s Call was announced for Nintendo Switch, and is releasing on May 28th in Japan.
• Japanese Rural Life Adventure (Nintendo Switch) was released immediately after the presentation.
• Mahou Shoujo no Majo Saiban (Nintendo Switch) was showcased, and it was announced it will be released on July 9th in Japan.
• Coffee Talk Tokyo (Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2) was showcased. It’s releasing on May 21st worldwide.
• OPUS: Prism Peak (Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2) was showcased. It’s releasing on April 16th worldwide.
• Danshattack! (Nintendo Switch 2) is releasing on June 18th in Japan (day after Europe and North America, due to time zone difference).
• Back to the Dawn (Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2) was showcased. It’s releasing on March 5th worldwide.
• Homura Hime was announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It’s releasing later this year in Japan.

Source: Nintendo PR (03/03/2026)