Star Overdrive Featured in This Week’s eShop Highlights

Curious about what’s happening in the Nintendo Switch eShop this week? While the buzz around the anticipated Switch 2 builds—now just about seven weeks away—there’s no shortage of exciting new games popping up on the platform. Leading the pack this week is an action-adventure offering, Star Overdrive.

Star Overdrive invites players on a hoverboarding adventure set on an alien planet, with puzzles to solve and enemies to defeat. Developed by Caracal Games, a small team of twelve, this isn’t their first release on the eShop. However, Star Overdrive has earned the notable distinction of being featured in a Nintendo Direct—quite the milestone for these indie developers. Published by Plug In Digital, the folks who previously thrilled us with Mindcop, this game mixes fast-paced action, platforming, and third-person perspectives. It certainly promises to be one to keep an eye on.

There’s also a treat for music lovers this week—Luigi’s Mansion is now part of the Nintendo Music collection. On top of that, there’s an extensive list of games on sale, with titles ranging from Mario + Rabbids to South Park, and plenty more in between.

For those eyeing some weekend gaming, check out the full list of this week’s new titles. What are you planning to dive into?

Nintendo eShop

Star Overdrive – Get ready to engage in this interstellar adventure, where you’ll face challenging puzzles, formidable foes, and wield the unique power of the Keytar. Navigate your way across a distant planet on a hypersonic Hoverboard, exploring diverse alien biomes within a vast 3D open world. The game demands creativity in overcoming obstacles and enhancing your Keytar powers. Star Overdrive is available now!

Nintendo Music

A Haunting Melody – Relive the spooky fun with the chilling tunes of the Luigi’s Mansion soundtrack, now available through Nintendo Music on your smart device. Prepare yourself to tackle even the trickiest ghosts with these atmospheric tracks. Remember, Nintendo Music is an exclusive perk for Nintendo Switch Online members. For additional details, visit the official website.

Activities

Creator’s Voice – Hades II – Delve into an intriguing new video series, “Creator’s Voice,” where game developers from around the globe share the processes behind bringing their creations to the Nintendo Switch 2. Catch the fresh episode every Tuesday at 6 a.m. PT/9 a.m. ET until May 20 on Nintendo’s YouTube channel. This week features the talented team from Supergiant Games, including Amir Rao, Greg Kasavin, and Darren Korb, as they explore the making of Hades II. Visit the official Nintendo site for more on this series.

Enter the My Nintendo Gear Up With Nintendo Switch Online Sweepstakes – Seize the chance to win an array of gaming goodies inspired by classic games, plus access to the Nintendo Music app through the My Nintendo Gear Up With Nintendo Switch Online Sweepstakes. Act fast, as entries close at 11 p.m. PT on July 31. Visit the website for more information and to enter.

Unlock Fun on the Go with My Nintendo Rewards – Show your love for gaming wherever you are with the Nintendo Switch 2 Wristlet Keychain! If you’re a My Nintendo member, you can redeem 600 Platinum Points to claim this exclusive item. Refer to the official site for complete details.

Nintendo eShop sales

Make sure to explore the full range of deals available this week at the eShop.

Also new this week

• .catMilk 2
• Arcade Archives ASSAULT PLUS
• Axe Champ Vs
• Barista Coffee Simulator – Available April 14
• Barista Simulator 2025
• Big Buck Hunter: Ultimate Trophy
• Brain IQTopia
• Detective From The Crypt
• Dreamless Girl
• EGGCONSOLE HOW MANY ROBOT PC-8801mkIISR
• EGGCONSOLE PYRAMID WARP MSX
• Electronics Supermarket Simulator
• GIRLS MADE PUDDING
• Gladiators Simulator: The Champions of Liberty
• GunSpectre – Available April 11
• Happy Hotel
• Hook: Complete Edition
• Hot Rod Mayhem – Available April 15
• Kebab Simulator 2025
• Legends Aligned
• Leo & Mia: Animal Rescue
• Little Droid
• Mayhem Mail
• Merchant In Dungeon
• Monument Valley – Available April 15
• Monument Valley 2 – Available April 15
• Mortisomem – Available April 11
• Moving Houses – Available April 16
• Neko Bakery
• Pets and Friends
• Pilo and the Holobook
• Primitive Life Simulator
• PROGRESS ORDERS
• Promise Mascot Agency
• QUIZ! Cat Proverbs Around the World
• ReMix
• Shape Drop
• Skull Pirates: Adventures
• SNOW BROS. 2 SPECIAL
• Spirit Valor
• Spot It Fast! Kids’ Difference Hunt
• Stellar Docks: Deep Space
• The Sekimeiya: Spun Glass
• TONGTONG
• Vampires and Knights: Eclipse Survival & Magic Craft
• Vault of the Void
• Wind Story
• Windborn – Concrete Jungle

These are the latest additions to the eShop this week, with Star Overdrive taking the spotlight. Keep your gaming gear ready and enjoy the adventures awaiting you!