New releases and eShop discounts (week 34)
Posted 20 Aug 2020 at 12:18 by Dennis Tummers
It looks like the holidays are over, as the eShop is bustling this week with a number of new games and not one but two special sales!
Earlier this week a new Indie World showcase premiered, and quite a bunch of titles shown there are available already. You can go exploring in A Short Hike, battle your way through an Indian world in Raji or maybe you prefer to guide spirits to the afterlife in SpiritFarer. These games and more are available now.
If you enjoy multiplayer games, a fresh sale titled Share The Fun Sale is here! This sale focuses on, you guessed it, multiplayer with games such as Yoshi's Crafted World, GRID Autosport and Overwatch all receiving a discount.
And that's not all, because a second sale titled the Indie World Sale discounts, you guessed it again, indie titles! Pick up Exit the Gungeon, Ori and the Blind Forest or Creature in the Well with a discount, just to name a few.
You can find all new releases, DLC and demos below, after the highlights.
Highlights: Share The Fun Sale
| Title | Content Type | Discount | Sale Start Date | Sale End Date |
| Yoshi's Crafted World(Nintendo) | Game - Dual Distribution | 33% off | 20/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Splatoon 2(Nintendo) | Game - Dual Distribution | 33% off | 20/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Overwatch: Legendary Edition(Blizzard Entertainment) | Game - Digital Only | 50% off | 20/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Dragon Ball FighterZ(BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment) | Game - Dual Distribution | 74% off | 20/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| GRID™ Autosport(Codemasters) | Game - Digital Only | 30% off | 20/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Guacamelee! 2(DrinkBox Studios) | Game - Digital Only | 50% off | 20/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition(Larian Studios) | Game - Digital Only | 30% off | 20/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
Highlights: Indie World Sale
| Title | Content Type | Discount | Sale Start Date | Sale End Date |
| Exit the Gungeon(Devolver Digital) | Game - Digital Only | 30% off | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Hotline Miami Collection (Devolver Digital) | Game - Digital Only | 65% off | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition(Microsoft Studios) | Game - Digital Only | 30% off | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Dead Cells: The Bad Seed Bundle(Motion Twin) | Game - Digital Only | 40% off | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Torchlight II(Perfect World) | Game - Digital Only | 40% off | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Creature in the Well(Flight School Studio) | Game - Digital Only | 35% off | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
Highlights: New Game Releases
| Title | Content Type | Release Date |
| A Short Hike(Whippoorwill) | Game - Digital Only | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST |
| [Featured in Tuesday’s Indie World video presentation]Description from publisher:Follow the marked trails or explore the backcountry as you make your way to the summit. Along the way, meet other hikers, discover hidden treasures, and take in the world around you.• Explore the island any way you like. Choose your own path to follow and see where it leads you. You never know what you might stumble into!• Hike at your own pace - there's no need to rush to the summit! Take your time fishing along the river banks or swimming by the lakeshore.• Collect hidden treasures to reach new heights. Try taking a dive off the mountain peaks to soar above the forests.• Chat with the other hikers you meet along your route. You might be able to help each other out!• Listen to a lush original soundtrack by Mark Sparling that progresses dynamically as you explore the wilderness. | ||
| Evergate(Pqube) | Game - Digital Only | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST |
| [Featured in Tuesday’s Indie World video presentation]Description from publisher:Wield your Soulflame, unleash extraordinary powers, and dive into the touching story of two kindred spirits. Guide the child-like soul Ki on a journey through the beautiful and haunting Afterlife in this unique 2D puzzle platformer.SOULFLAME MECHANICSlow down time, take aim, and unleash the mysterious power hidden within every crystal you encounter with the unique Soulflame mechanic. Hit multiple crystals at once and experiment with how their energies combine.REVEAL THE MEMORIES OF A LIFE LEFT BEHINDMove across time and space to uncover Ki's mysterious connection to another soul.COLLECT ESSENCE, UNLOCK ARTIFACTSRise to the challenge and collect essence by completing challenges on every level. Use them to unlock ancient artifacts and boost Ki’s abilities. | ||
| Manifold Garden(William Chyr Studio) | Game - Digital Only | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST |
| [Featured in Tuesday’s Indie World video presentation]Description from publisher:Manifold Garden is a game that reimagines the laws of physics.Rediscover gravity and explore a beautiful Escher-esque world of impossible architecture. Geometry repeats infinitely in every direction, and falling down leads you back to where you started. Manipulate gravity to change your perspective and see the world in new ways. Master the rules of the universe and restore a barren world with vegetation and life. | ||
| Spiritfarer(Thunder Lotus Games) | Game - Digital Only | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST |
| [Featured in Tuesday’s Indie World video presentation]Description from publisher:You play Stella, ferrymaster to the deceased, a Spiritfarer. Build a boat to explore the world, then befriend and care for spirits before finally releasing them into the afterlife. Farm, mine, fish, harvest, cook, and craft your way across mystical seas. Join the adventure as Daffodil the cat, in two-player cooperative play. Spend relaxing quality time with your spirit passengers, create lasting memories, and, ultimately, learn how to say goodbye to your cherished friends. | ||
| Raji: An Ancient Epic(Super.com) | Game - Digital Only | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST |
| [Featured in Tuesday’s Indie World video presentation]Description from publisher:The story of Raji: An Ancient Epic begins with the start of a new war between the demons and the gods. Seeking to avenge their defeat in the last great war from a thousand years ago, the demons have challenged the gods who humiliated them and have invaded the human realm, threatening them with extinction.Thinking that their enemies had been utterly defeated in the last great war, a thousand years ago, the humans had fallen into a false sense of security, forgetting the ways of alchemy, while enjoying the peace. Unable to defend themselves, cities and fortresses fell, leaving the humans at the mercy of the demons.Amidst the chaos, as cities and fortresses fell, and as young children were abducted from their homes, a young girl named Raji is chosen by the gods to be the sole defender of the human race. | ||
| Gleamlight(D3 Publisher) | Game - Digital Only | 20/08/2020 00:00 LT |
| [Previously featured in Indie World video presentation from December 2019]Description from publisher:Welcome to Gleamlight – a 2D action game that will take you through an adventure traversing a beautiful, transient world.Immerse yourself amid the beautiful stained glass artistry as you navigate without the reliance of any standard game UI, while tracing the world’s mysterious unspoken story.What will you, as Gleam, sense and feel through your travels across this beautiful, yet fearsome world of glass? | ||
| Peaky Blinders: Mastermind(Curve Digital) | Game - Digital Only | 20/08/2020 00:00 LT |
| Description from publisher:Peaky Blinders: Mastermind is a puzzle-adventure game, based on the multi-award-winning BBC and Netflix TV show.Welcome to Birmingham, during the aftermath of the Great War. Set right before the events of Season One, Peaky Blinders: Mastermind lets you join the Shelby family's criminal gang. Follow the rise of Tommy as he successfully uncovers a sinister plot to put the family out of business, proving himself worthy of being the true mastermind of the Peaky Blinders.Mastermind refers to Tommy's ability to plan complex scenarios in his head. As the player, you get to exercise this power by taking control of key members of the Shelby family including Tommy, Arthur, Polly and more. Become the Mastermind as you freely reset and rewind each character's path in order to tune all of their actions for perfect coordination. | ||
| Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time(Adult Swim Games) | Game - Digital Only | 21/08/2020 17:00 CEST |
| Description from publisher:Voiced by the original voice-actors, Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time is an action platform game that spans across time and space, where your actions will determine a new legend!An Untold Adventure That Ties Into the Epic Series FinaleTeam up with trusted allies from the show to face off against familiar enemies.Explore Worlds from the Award Winning SeriesVisit classic worlds and moments from your favorite episodes. Travel to a dark future to free mankind. Dive into the past to face off against diabolical monsters. Seek your fate as you travel across space and time.Create Your Own LegendEquip and master over a dozen different weapons in combat. Increase your power even more by training and unlocking new skills to support your playstyle. | ||
Highlights: New Demo Releases
| Title | Release Date |
| Hypnospace Outlaw Demo(No More Robots)[Featured in Tuesday’s Indie World video presentation] | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST |
| Unrailed! Demo(Daedalic Entertainment)[Featured in Tueasday’s Indie World video presentation] | 18/08/2020 19:00 CEST |
Highlights: New Pre-Loads
| Title | Pre-Load Start Date | Pre-Load End Date |
| moon(Onion Games) | 20/08/2020 09:00 CEST | 27/08/2020, 08:59 CEST |
Highlights: Sales
| Title | Content Type | Discount | Sale Start Date | Sale End Date |
| Aragami - Shadow Edition(Merge Games) | Game - Dual Distribution | 50% off | 17/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 06/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King(FDG Entertainment) | Game - Digital Only | 50% off | 18/08/2020 00:00 CEST | 17/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Dead by Daylight(Behaviour Interactive) | Game - Dual Distribution | 34% off | 20/08/2020 03:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| L.A. Noire(ROCKSTAR GAMES) | Game - Dual Distribution | 50% off | 20/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Northgard(Shiro Games) | Game - Dual Distribution | 60% off | 20/08/2020 00:00 CEST | 06/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Darksiders Warmastered Edition(THQ Nordic) | Game - Dual Distribution | 50% off | 20/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 30/08/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Children of Morta(11 bit studios) | Game - Dual Distribution | 39% off | 21/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 14/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Moonlighter(11 bit studios) | Game - Dual Distribution | 65% off | 21/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 14/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
| This War of Mine: Complete Edition(11 bit studios) | Game - Digital Only | 68% off | 21/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 14/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Disgaea 5 Complete(NIS America) | Game - Dual Distribution | 66% off | 21/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 20/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Langrisser I & II (NIS America) | Game - Dual Distribution | 30% off | 21/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 20/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Disgaea 1 Complete(NIS America) | Game - Dual Distribution | 50% off | 21/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 20/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA(NIS America) | Game - Dual Distribution | 50% off | 21/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 20/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
| Disgaea 4 Complete+(NIS America) | Game - Dual Distribution | 35% off | 21/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 20/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
| LA-MULANA(NIS America) | Game - Digital Only | 33% off | 21/08/2020 15:00 CEST | 20/09/2020, 23:59 LT |
Download versions of packaged software
- Aokana - Four Rhythms Across the Blue
- PGA TOUR 2K21
Nintendo Switch download software
- 4x4 Dirt Track
- A Short Hike
- Cecconoid
- Chinese Parents
- Digerati Presents: The Dungeon Crawl Vol. 1
- Even the Ocean
- Evergate
- FuzzBall
- Gleamlight
- Helheim Hassle
- Inmost
- KIDS: FARM COLOURING
- Kwaidan ~Azuma manor story~
- Manifold Garden
- Norman's Great Illusion
- One Line Coloring
- Paratopic
- Parking Madness
- Peaky Blinders: Mastermind
- Poker Hands
- Raji: An Ancient Epic
- Retro Tanks
- Runtestone Keeper
- Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time
- Spiritfarer
- Takeshi and Hiroshi
- The Eternal Castle [REMASTERED]
Nintendo Switch downloadable content
- Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix
- Link-a-Pix Deluxe
- MY HERO ONE'S JUSTICE 2
Nintendo Switch demos
- Anime Studio Story
- Hypnospace Outlaw
- THE Number Puzzle
