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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Greak: Memories of Azur
When you’re this far into a system’s lifespan, making a splash with a game that not only has a distinctive look but that...
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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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Lost in Play
Terrific animation, solid voice acting, and a light but fun puzzle adventure style make this a solid treat
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Haiku, the Robot
A satisfying and generally very accessible Metroidvania experience awaits
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Before We Leave
Smart strategic city-building and a pro-environment vibe help this sim stand out as something enjoyable
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What Lies in the Multiverse
This is a case where you have a game with a very cool sense of style, a compelling set of main characters who have some ...
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Pyramid Quest
My tendency with games is to gravitate towards things that are higher in intensity and will throw a challenge my way, bu...
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Going Under
As an enormous fan of anything roguelike Going Under has been on my radar since I first saw it announced, billing itself...
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Fury Unleashed
With a comic book-inspired look, a pretty wide array of over-the-top weapons, and challenges aplenty Fury Unleashed is a...
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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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GONNER2

I absolutely adore the original GoNNER but I won’t deny that it’s a love that wasn’t easy to develo...

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Neckbreak
This mash-up of the general style and violence of Hotline Miami with a first-person style is at least an interesting one
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Super Magbot
With as many puzzle platformers as I’ve seen on the Switch it’s always cool to run across one that does things a bit dif...
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Narita Boy
With an old school cinematic action adventure feel and dripping with neon-lit nostalgic ooze I have no doubt that Narita...
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Monster Sanctuary
When you create a franchise as successful as the Pokemon series it’s inevitable that there will be a long line of imitat...
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Raging Justice
If you're a massive fan of the classic beat-em-ups of the 80s there may not be a game that's more of a love letter to th...
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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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Super One More Jump
While in the early going the game will feel almost painfully simple for each new group of levels you unlock new concepts...
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