Visual novels may not be everyone's favourite genre but Code: Realize ~Guardian of Rebirth~ on the Nintendo Switch does a lot to overcome that. Thanks to a very involving plot, a well defined gameplay structure, and a lovely art style and soundtrack, as well as a very good performance whether on a large screen or on the Nintendo Switch itself, this is a work that has absolutely earned the right to the attention of players, whether they are fans of visual novels or not.

Arc of Alchemist does one thing right: it looks like a charm. It certainly doesn't play like one, though, and its performance is anything but enjoyable, not to mention a dull and drab plot and characters that will leave any player disenchanted with any hint of joy that its visual environment might suggest.

Double Cross is a game that is based on some good ideas...but in the end, there might be too many of them to work properly, namely trying to mash too many different gameplay styles together. If the action and platforming sections are enjoyable and turned out right, the detective work moments and the combat sections are too sub-par and the game ends up getting harmed by too many dull moments.

Vitamin Connection, a Nintendo Switch exclusive is a good formula for two players who are looking for a fun, intense action experience. While its solo dimension feels much emptier, the game's lovely visual presentation, variety of levels and gameplay mechanics that make full use of the Nintendo Switch capabilities are certain to please many pairs of players looking for a good time.

If the Warhammer universe is well represented, a weak performance, unbalanced combat system, random tactical component that discards any strategic ambitions and the game's impractical requirements, which demand a permanent internet connection, make the handheld experience near impossible to enjoy and something very difficult to recommend.

Immortal Planet could have been a game to make a great use of an established formula but instead, it turns out to be a disappointment that falls short of expectations in every field. While its combat system has elements that are worthy of praise, the game's sense of exploration is very unsatisfactory and its drab visual environment take all the fun away from roaming around the game's world, not to mention its almost lack of a soundtrack and below par performance.

Just Ignore Them on the Nintendo Switch is a simple, very simple-looking game with a horror theme and one that for such a low-budget effort, carries a certain flair. It's no monumental masterpiece, but it has a competent aesthetic and an environment that puts the player in the right spot. Its longevity, alas, is very short and the game's instructions aren't always clear and intuitive but for what it's worth, Just Ignore Them is not without its charms.

Bear With Me is a point and click adventure game around a plot involving detective work. It succeeds at touching all the main tropes and clichés of this type of stories (maybe even too much), and while its art style is indeed something to look at and its plot is funny, surprising and emotional, the game could do with a more consistent difficulty on its puzzles and with better voice acting.

One Night Stand on the Nintendo Switch consists of a visual novel based on a story of...well, a one night stand. The player will have to navigate with what happens after waking up in a stranger's bed following an alcohol-filled night and the dialogues will help to rebuild the events, leading up to twelve different endings. Unfortunately and for a visual novel, the visual field is rather poor on One Night Stand while the audio component is nearly non-existent but for a short and engaging plot with many different endings, it's a competent experience.

Thief of Thieves for the Nintendo Switch is the closest thing to a comic book adventure in a playable format, with the additional advantage of the console's handheld convenience. Its loading times may feel too burdensome but other than that, Thief of Thieves gets a lot of things right and the game's immersive environment and soundtrack, as well as the fun and engaging missions will make this a fun and involving experience for everyone.

Domiverse is a simple game that displays its inspiration in Nintendo's famous brawler, there's no doubt about that. Fun and engaging, for a while, thanks to detailed characters and a fun game mode that also adds some puzzles to the mix, less outstanding when it comes to its simplistic arcade mode, lacklustre soundtrack and lack of online capacities, which is difficult to understand for a game made thinking of a multiplayer experience.

With an official license that allows the game to feature plenty of real vehicles involved in actual, this will be a good added value for followers of the sport. Other players will find some variety of game modes but not much more that stands out, despite its sharp gameplay. The lack of online multiplayer is a gap and the game features quite a few technical issues and framerate drops that end up harming its performance, all of which make it less appealing to those who are not keen on this kind of sport.

Shovel Knight Showdown builds on the legacy of the series and even adds to it a story/campaign mode, something worthy of praise. Anyone looking for intense, fun hours with friends has something here that will please everyone, thanks to the use of its different gameplay mechanics and game rules.

Spirit Roots is a simple, 2D platformer that should not be underestimated. With a very appealing art style and a good level of challenge on its level bosses, Spirit Roots can be quite enjoyable. On the other hand, once the game is done there's not a lot of reasons to pick it up again but regardless of that, it's a very welcome addition to the Nintendo Switch catalogue.

Mosaic for the Nintendo Switch is not based on the most exciting of premises, but is that a sin? Not at all, this is a game that chose to focus on the most mundane, repetitive and mind-numbing aspects of everyday life, with emphasis on the bleak, empty loneliness that permeates existence in urban societies. And it works, to a certain extent. It certainly transmits the harsh void that occupies many human lives, even if the game's performance is far from ideal due to its many glitches, bugs and hiccups, which end up harming what by some measures is an interesting experience.

Mars Power Industries is a simple and friendly puzzler that keeps things within a very accessible range - while not very overtly ambitious or grandiose, it knows its job and does it well. Its simplicity extends to the audiovisual environment, which is far from breathtaking but luxurious sights and sounds on their own don't make a fun game. Mars Power Industries is a welcome addition to the puzzle game sector of the Nintendo Switch catalogue.

Beyond the relative interest the game might have for viewers of the TV show, who will enjoy this further look into its world, there's very little else worth pointing out to the general public. A very dated visual environment, completely uncharacteristic gameplay and an overall drab experience make this game an entirely passable effort for the majority of players.

Heroland could have been something of a greater stand. Instead, this attempt at making a kind of an RPG simulator turns out rather dull and repetitive. Not that the ideas here are bad in any way, and the game's dialogues and character models are something to praise but unfortunately, the way the game's concept is implemented leaves a lot to be desired and the experience loses appeal quickly enough.

Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales on the Nintendo Switch is based on the card game known as Gwent, which is known to players of The Witcher 3 as a serious time-drainer. Any doubt about its purpose is quickly cast aside: Thronebreaker is addictive, involving and with its masterful plot, art style, soundtrack and mechanics that go well beyond a cards' game, this is the kind of spin-off that is always welcome.

AeternoBlade II for the Nintendo Switch has some good ideas and its RPG-like elements do give the game some appeal. That said, the execution is rather poor and its combat quickly becomes frustrating. Adding to that, its mediocre art style, technical issues and exceedingly long loading times make this a rather botched experience that becomes difficult to recommend.

Reaper: Tale of a Pale Swordsman for the Nintendo Switch doesn't quite feel like it fits in this format - indeed, this is a game that was originally made for mobile devices and the short, brief nature of its gameplay doesn't hide that nature. This doesn't mean the experience is bad per se, the gameplay is simple and intuitive and those looking for quick game rounds will find something minimally satisfying but there's very little here that goes beyond a very shallow depth and there are much more involving and fun alternatives out there.

Thanks to a mystery-laden plot that drip-feeds the main elements to the player on a pace that's just enough to keep the senses sharp, World End Syndrome's high quality writing and beautiful visual environment only help making this a recommended experience to everyone who likes a good mystery.

Back in 1995 joins the crowd of retro-inspired indie games on the Nintendo Switch catalogue. Unfortunately it gets nothing right. It tries to follow a different path than most retro-based games by taking an audiovisual line based on the 32-bit generation but fails at everything it attempts: a poor audiovisual environment, a clunky and unnerving gameplay and controls, and a plot that barely adds up, not to mention completely dysfunctional enemies. Any players longing for gaming experiences of the early days of the 32-bit generation should look elsewhere.

To The Moon is a game that plays like an interactive novel with an enveloping, touching and moving story. Its plot may be short but it's unforgettable, as is its soundtrack and simple but lovely visual environment. Its arrival on the Nintendo Switch is nothing short of welcome and anyone looking for a personal experience will find an unmissable work in the form of To The Moon.

Galaxy Champions TV for the Nintendo Switch is a fun twin stick shoot'em-up that brings a lot of frantic, intense action with a sharp sense of control. It also chokes the player with its rapidly-rising difficulty level, which quickly reaches overwhelming heights with many frustrating moments. Were it not for that challenge imbalance, Galaxy Champions TV could become an instant classic within its genre but as it is, it's a fun but excessively punishing work.

Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX follows the footsteps of the Azure Striker Gunvolt series and does so in a very fun and competent way. Thanks to its fluid and simple controls, frantic gameplay and defying bosses, this is a perfect work for those who enjoyed its predecessors and inspirations, even if it has some rough edges when it comes to its boss fights and soundtrack.

AO Tennis 2 on the Nintendo Switch sets expectations high but for a tennis simulation, everything falls below the required standards. While the career mode and the player creation tool are interesting, the game's cast of players feels disconnected from reality, while the gameplay feels too demanding and the graphics are simply out of date for the current time. Adding some performance issues to that doesn't make AO Tennis 2 any better and in the end, what could have been a good tennis simulation falls into a more disappointing side of the spectrum.

Coffee Talk, a simple title for a simple but rewarding game. Cozy, inviting, enveloping and heart-warming, Coffee Talk puts the player behind the counter of a popular coffee shop where all sorts of people (and even species) go to relax, to vent their frustrations, to get some work done, and where the player's performance as a barista will influence the plot and the ending. These words do the game no justice, Coffee Talk is the kind of experience that should be played anywhere and at any time.