Shoresy goes from scene to screen with a debut game from Treewood Games, while Nintendo’s latest Indie World Showcase reveals a lineup of upcoming titles, including Witchbrook and Spirit Crossing. Meanwhile, Minecraft gets a Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade, Hello Kitty Party Land brings Sanrio characters together for minigame fun, and classic Game Boy titles make their return.
The Sudbury Bulldogs Are Ready to Play
Shoresy is ready for Player One. Shoresy: Legends of the North, the debut title from Treewood Games, combines accessible multiplayer gameplay with a story mode featuring customizable characters, tournaments, and battles against six Hockey Godz across Ontario. Shoresy: Legends of the North is available on XBox, Playstation, and Steam.
Treewood Games is an independent video game studio in Canada; Shoresy is a Canadian comedy. A spinoff of Letterkenny, the sixth season is expected early in 2027. Episodes air on Crave before streaming on Hulu. The show hosted the Shoresy Classic in 2026, pitting its cast against NHL Alumni in eight cities.
Nintendo Indie World Showcase Reveals New Games Coming to Switch 2 and Switch
This week’s Indie World Showcase highlighted a lineup of independent games headed to Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch through 2027. The presentation featured cozy life simulators, multiplayer adventures, action games, and new releases, including Witchbrook, Spirit Crossing, Haunted Paws, and RaccoIn: Chaos Max Edition.
Among the highlights is Witchbrook, a magical life simulator from Chucklefish launching Jan. 28, 2027. Players take on the role of a witch attending Witchbrook College in the seaside town of Mossport, where they can make friends, find love, and explore with up to four players online. Spirit Crossing, a collaborative life simulator from Cozy Grove developer Spry Fox, arrives Nov. 16, inviting players to build homes, connect with other players, and restore relationships between worlds.
For players looking for something spooky, Haunted Paws follows two customizable puppies exploring a haunted mansion to rescue their missing human. The two-player cooperative adventure launches in May 2027. Meanwhile, RaccoIn: Chaos Max Edition brings coin-pushing gameplay to Nintendo Switch 2 on Nov. 10, featuring eight playable characters, special coins, and combinations of items that can produce high-scoring results.
The showcase also featured Slime Rancher 2, which arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 in January 2027, and Super Battle Golf, an eight-player multiplayer game launching March 25, 2027. Other upcoming titles include Dumpster Gang, a cooperative raccoon adventure; Kitsune: The Journey of Adashino, an exploration game inspired by Japanese folklore; and Tenjutsu, a roguelike action game from the designer of Dead Cells.
Several games are available to try now, with free demos for Haunted Paws, Petal Runner, RaccoIn: Chaos Max Edition, and Winds of Viridia arriving on Nintendo eShop. Players can also pick up Bao Bao’s Cozy Cleaning Services, a panda-themed cleaning game featuring solo and cooperative play, on Nintendo Switch beginning Oct. 28.
Additional announcements included Sword of the Sea, launching Oct. 29; Lost and Found Co. and Tanuki: Pon’s Summer, arriving Nov. 10; and Threads of Time, scheduled for summer 2027.
The full presentation is available through Nintendo’s Indie World Showcase.
‘Minecraft,’ ‘Hello Kitty Party Land’ Lead This Week’s Nintendo Releases
Nintendo’s latest update brings familiar characters, retro favorites, and new adventures to Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. This week’s highlights include Minecraft, Hello Kitty Party Land, and three classic Game Boy titles, as well as upcoming releases such as Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy and Stellar Blade.
Minecraft is now available on Nintendo Switch 2 with the Vibrant Visuals graphics upgrade and the Super Mario Mash-Up Pack, featuring a Mario-themed world, 15 music tracks, and 40 character skins. Players can transfer save data from the Nintendo Switch version, while owners of the digital edition can upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 Standard Edition for free. A discounted upgrade to Minecraft: Ultimate Collection is also available for eligible players through Jan. 31.
Sanrio fans can join the fun in Hello Kitty Party Land, launching Oct. 29 exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. The party game features more than 140 Sanrio characters, 16 companions, and over 40 character-themed minigames. Players can customize avatars and compete in solo, local multiplayer, or online modes.
Nintendo Switch Online members can also revisit three Game Boy classics. Avenging Spirit follows a ghost on a mission to rescue his kidnapped girlfriend, while Mole Mania challenges players to solve puzzles and defeat enemies as Muddy Mole. Revenge of the ‘Gator rounds out the additions with pinball gameplay featuring solo and multiplayer modes.
Looking ahead, Stellar Blade Complete Edition and Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Encore Edition both arrive for Nintendo Switch 2 Nov. 5. Stellar Blade follows Eve on a mission to reclaim Earth, with customizable combat skills and gear, while Guardians of the Galaxy features a story-driven adventure with Star-Lord and the team, along with exclusive 1980s-inspired outfits. Both games are available for preorder.
Nintendo Music has added soundtracks from ARMS and Pokémon Legends: Z-A, while the company’s Halloween celebrations continue with a selection of spooky games, including Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD, Luigi’s Mansion 3, and Resident Evil titles. The Nintendo eShop Screaming Deals sale also runs through Oct. 31.
Additional releases this week include Cult of the Lamb — Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee Remastered, Croc 2 Kingdom of the Gobbos, and Goodboy Galaxy.
