This Week’s eShop Highlights: Game Boy Games, Pre-orders, Sweepstakes, and Sales

Oh man, where do I even start with this? Alright, buckle up. So this is the last time we’re doing the Nintendo Switch eShop roundup, like, just for the Switch. Starting next week, the Switch 2 is crashing the party, and I gotta say, I’m feeling a bit sentimental. Anyway, this week’s all about retro games, pre-orders, and some other jazz.

Nintendo Switch Online’s tossing in four Game Boy titles this week. It’s a weird mix, honestly: Survival Kids, some Kirby spin-off that I can’t remember, and this action-packed Gradius thing. Seriously, everyone’s got something to chew on here. We even talked about these on the Pure Nintendo Podcast last week. You know, if you’re into that kinda thing.

The Switch 2 is dropping on June 5, and people are practically vibrating with excitement. As if you couldn’t tell by my jittering prose. You can pre-order some games now if you’re as impatient as I am. We’re talking Rune Factory, Sonic X Shadows, and Fast Fusion. I mean, are these gonna be your jam on the new console or what? Only time will tell, my friend.

Oh, oh, and sales! There’s this whole list of sales happening — it’s pure madness. Dragon Quest fans, you’re in luck. Discounts are sitting somewhere between 25% to 50%. Last year’s Dragon Quest III HD-2D remake is on the list, and I’m scratching my head on whether to snag it. Should I? Should you? Decisions are hard.

If you’re into that lucky-guess kinda life, Nintendo’s running a sweepstakes. A Mario Kart LEGO set is up for grabs. Doesn’t that just sound cool? Crossing my fingers for you!

There’s still a bunch of new Switch titles on eShop, so give them a look and maybe drop a line about what you’re playing. Switch 2’s right around the corner, so let’s savor these moments.

Now, let’s dive headfirst into some Game Boy classics:

SURVIVAL KIDS — Ever thought about testing your survival chops? Here’s your chance. Stranded on a deserted island after a storm, you gotta rely on your smarts. It’s on the Nintendo Switch Online lineup now, so go wild.

GRADIUS THE INTERSTELLAR ASSAULT — Picture this: you against, like, a billion aliens. Your fingers are basically itching for action, right? Bam! Ships everywhere, doomships they call ‘em. It’s an old Game Boy title, but it’s back for Switch fans.

The Sword of Hope — Imagine being a prince with a magic sword and a destiny to save your land. Yeah, that’s Prince Theo’s shtick. It’s an RPG from the early ’90s and still weirdly charming.

Kirby’s Star Stacker — So, Kirby’s got this star-falling puzzle game. It’s frantic. It’s fun. You’ve got pals like Rick, Kine, and Coo popping in to help stack stars. Watch out for King Dedede, though!

Alright, enough of my yapping. Let’s talk pre-orders:

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma — Channel nature, fight evil, build villages. I’m not doing it justice, but trust me, it’s epic. Available from June 5 — you can pre-order it now.

SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS — Sonic fans, rejoice! Shadow gets a story campaign, and Sonic’s time-traveling, again. It’s two worlds of rapid chaos. June 5 is the date, pre-order while it’s hot.

Fast Fusion — High-speed, anti-gravity racing madness. Build and customize your ride, use that crazy hyper jump thing and own the tracks. Again, June 5 — hit that pre-order button.

And don’t forget, Nintendo’s got some cool activities and music stuff happening. Enter their LEGO sweepstakes, why don’t you?

Anyway, new things pop up every week. Keep your eyes peeled!