20 Hidden Indie Gems on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 - Nindie Spotlight
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Bridge Constructor Portal
While there have been a few different bridge construction games on the Switch I'd say this one, by far, stands out from ...
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Yoku's Island Express
In general, everything you need to accomplish is some riff on classic pinball mechanics. You’ll have flippers, bumpers, ...
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Figment
This is probably the most action-oriented and challenging game in this small list but it also has a somewhat sad family-...
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STAR WARS: Knights of the Old Republic

It’s always a bit tougher with revered classics to return to them long after they were originally made, worried...

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Time Loader
When it comes to puzzle platformers the Switch has them in pretty well every shape, size, and form. That said, I can’t s...
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Epic Chef
I’ll freely admit to having a bit of a weakness for weird and quirky games, so I’d keep that in mind with my thoughts on...
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Death Coming
If you’ve got a bit of a sick streak this game absolutely delivers great moments that will make you break out your most ...
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Furi
This was a tough title to find a genre for since it isn't so much of a strict beat-em-up as a tough-as-nails boss rush t...
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Pic-a-Pix Deluxe
With regards to downsides there’s not generally too much to the game and its gameplay so the concerns are limited. One p...
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Stick It to The Man
In order to drive the humor and quirky style the game’s production values are absolutely superb. The visual style has a ...
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Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom

Despite some concerns and frustrations, Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom is a very well-designed and gorgeous ...

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Lil Gator Game
Definitely geared for the younger, or more casual, crowd this is roughly a kids’ play version of multiple titles and genres
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Crash Drive 3
While hardly a top-tier racing game this stunt racer, though sharing perhaps a bit too much in common with its predecess...
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Slayin 2
Since I’ve always been a big fan of classic arcade-style gaming there’s something about the simplicity meets challenge o...
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Immortal Planet
While the label “Souls-like” has gotten to be a bit overused and trite, there’s certainly a market out there for people ...
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REKT! High Octane Stunts
When you’re dealing with budget titles the bar for evaluation is a tricky thing to evaluate. For me the focus ultimately...
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Stellar Interface
Providing a unique take on the combination of traditional arcade shooting and roguelike challenge Stellar Interface is a...
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PLANET ALPHA
Overall, Planet Alpha is an interesting adventure that takes you across (and under) a visually diverse and interesting p...
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Die for Valhalla!
In the game you’ll take control of one of 4 Valkyrie (4 players is cool but the screen gets awfully busy) who have some ...
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SteamWorld Dig
Ultimately, even getting on in years a bit, Steamworld Dig still works very well and is almost immediately as addictive ...
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