The popular fantasy city builder, Against the Storm, will launch on Nintendo Switch on June 26, as announced by the publisher Hooded Horse and developer Eremite Games. This game debuted on Steam in late 2023, achieving impressive sales of over 1.5 million copies and receiving more than 28,000 reviews marked as ‘Overwhelmingly Positive’. Co-developer QLOC, known for adapting titles like Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice for the Switch, has revamped the user interface to enhance the gameplay experience for consoles.
Gameplay Overview
In Against the Storm, players guide a team of elite settlers to establish colonies and harvest resources. However, their progress faces interruptions from periodic ‘Blightstorms’, compelling players to adapt and rebuild. Teams comprise various creatures, including humans, beavers, lizards, foxes, and harpies, each contributing uniquely to the civilization-building efforts. The game’s challenges mirror the unpredictability of camping in British weather.
Localization and Reception
The upcoming Switch version is set to feature localization in multiple languages, including German, French, Spanish (Latin American), Italian, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Ukrainian, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Thai, and Japanese. This expansion highlights the game’s global appeal.
Strategic Elements and Community Interest
Gamers who enjoy strategic city-building mechanics will likely find this title appealing, as it combines roguelike elements with classic colony management. While anticipation builds for the new Switch 2, the potential for backwards compatibility raises hopes for continued interest in Against the Storm following its launch and amidst other incoming titles like Mario Kart World.
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