Farewell, dear readers, and welcome to the final regular SwitchArcade Round-Up for TouchArcade. This concludes several years of bringing you weekly updates, and while I'd hoped to continue through the Switch's lifecycle, circumstances necessitate a change of course. Next week, I'll share a special edition with a few embargoed reviews. But for now, let's dive into this last, substantial roundup.
Reviews & Mini-Views
Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU ($49.99)
Following Imagineer's successful Fitness Boxing series, culminating in the surprisingly enjoyable Fitness Boxing Fist of the North Star, their collaboration with Hatsune Miku was a clever move. I've been playing it alongside Ring Fit Adventure, and I'm impressed.
For newcomers, Fitness Boxing blends boxing and rhythm game mechanics for daily workouts, mini-games, and more. HATSUNE MIKU's inclusion adds a dedicated mode featuring her songs, alongside the game's existing tracks. Note that it's Joy-Con exclusive; Pro Controllers and third-party accessories aren't supported (as far as I know).
Standard features include difficulty options, a free training mode, warm-ups, progress tracking, and system-wide reminders. Unlockable cosmetics are earned through gameplay. I can't comment on DLC, but the base game surpasses Fist of the North Star, except for one flaw: the main instructor's voice is jarring and I found myself muting it.
Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU successfully integrates Miku into the franchise, appealing to her fanbase. It's a solid fitness title, but best used as a supplement to Ring Fit Adventure or another fitness routine, rather than your sole exercise program. -Mikhail Madnani
SwitchArcade Score: 4/5
Magical Delicacy ($24.99)
Magical Delicacy from sKaule and Whitethorn Games blends Metroidvania exploration with cooking and crafting. While I appreciate both genres, the game's execution feels slightly uneven. The exploration is surprisingly well-done, despite some frustrating backtracking. However, inventory management and the UI require some getting used to.
You play as Flora, a young witch on a wholesome, magical adventure. The game's strengths lie in its stunning pixel art, charming music, and extensive settings options (including UI scaling and text size). I believe an early access period or post-release updates would have significantly improved the overall experience.
The Switch version runs smoothly, save for occasional frame pacing issues. The haptic feedback is well-implemented. While I've played it on Xbox Series X, the portability of the Switch version makes it ideal for this genre.
Despite its potential, Magical Delicacy feels slightly underdeveloped due to inventory and backtracking issues. It's a good game, but some quality-of-life improvements would elevate it to essential status. -Mikhail Madnani
SwitchArcade Score: 4/5
Aero The Acro-Bat 2 ($5.99)
This sequel to the 16-bit platformer surprisingly avoids Ratalaika's usual emulation wrapper, offering a more tailored presentation. It includes box and manual scans, achievements, sprite sheets, a jukebox, and cheats. The gameplay is solid, and the additional features are a welcome addition. My only complaint is the exclusion of the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive version.
This release is a polished experience, though some might find it less charming than the original. Fans of the first game will appreciate this, and it's a strong entry for 16-bit platformer enthusiasts.
SwitchArcade Score: 3.5/5
Metro Quester | Osaka ($19.99)
This prequel to Metro Quester serves as more of an expansion than a full sequel. Set in Osaka, it features a new dungeon, character types, weapons, skills, and enemies. The core turn-based combat and top-down exploration remain, challenging players to plan carefully.
New players should jump straight to this one; it builds upon the original's strengths and introduces exciting new elements. It requires patience, but the rewards are well worth the effort.
SwitchArcade Score: 4/5
Select New Releases
NBA 2K25 ($59.99)
NBA 2K25 is here, boasting improved gameplay, a new "Neighborhood" feature, and MyTEAM updates. This one requires 53.3 GB of storage space.
Shogun Showdown ($14.99)
A Darkest Dungeon-style game with a Japanese setting. A decent entry in the genre.
Aero The Acro-Bat 2 ($5.99)
(See review above)
Sunsoft is Back! Retro Game Selection ($9.99)
A collection of three previously unlocalized Famicom games, offering a variety of gameplay styles. (See previous review for details).
Sales
(North American eShop, US Prices)
Notable sales include Cosmic Fantasy Collection (40% off) and Tinykin (at its lowest price yet).
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This marks not only the end of the SwitchArcade Round-Up, but also my 11.5 years at TouchArcade. While I'll continue writing elsewhere, this chapter closes. Thank you to all TouchArcade readers for your support. I wish you all the best.
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