Nintendo Switch Getting Acclaimed Christmas Game Next Month

Nintendo Switch Getting Acclaimed Christmas Game Next Month

As a seasoned gamer with a penchant for heartwarming narratives and unique gaming experiences, I am genuinely excited about the upcoming release of “Snowman Story” on Nintendo Switch. Having grown tired of the plethora of mediocre Christmas-themed games flooding the market, it’s refreshing to see a game like this that not only promises beautiful visuals but also a compelling storyline.


There aren’t numerous highly-acclaimed video games centered around Christmas. While there have been numerous subpar titles featuring Santa Claus, there are few games that have received positive reviews. However, there are exceptions to this rule, and one of them is set to launch on Nintendo Switch next month. The game in question is called Snowman Story, which was previously released on Steam last year. At the moment, Snowman Story enjoys a “very positive” rating on this platform, with many players commending its visuals and themes. Before its release, Snowman Story also won an award at the Google Indie Games Festival in 2020.

The captivating tale known as “Snowman Story” was crafted by Odencat, a renowned independent studio hailing from Japan. Notably, this creative team has already garnered acclaim for several other games on Steam, such as “Bear’s Restaurant” and “Meg’s Monster.” Both of these titles have earned a highly commendable “overwhelmingly positive” rating on the platform. The narratives within Odencat’s games have received widespread praise, and this studio aims to create games that resonate deeply with players, as their motto is “develop games that move your heart.” Given all we know about “Snowman Story,” it seems poised to achieve exactly that. You can find the trailer for the Steam version of the game below.

In the tale of “Snowman Story“, we follow a cheerful snowman named Chris. Initially elated at being made by a young boy, Chris’s happiness transforms into apprehension upon realizing the arrival of spring. To escape his inevitable demise with the warm weather, Chris embarks on a journey to find a legendary haven in the north. However, he soon finds that many snowmen have attempted this trek before him, and he must learn from their missteps as he searches for a new abode. The story seems to revolve around Chris’s fear of a fleeting existence lacking purpose, and his journey will culminate in an encounter with a specific individual who is renowned for wearing red and white during the month of December.

A significant aspect of the gameplay in “Snowman Story” involves Chris navigating intricate ice labyrinths. These ice mazes bear a resemblance to the ice floor puzzles found in the Pokemon series, where players move between challenges to find the exit. Similar to many “comfortable” games, “Snowman Story” offers alternatives for those more interested in the narrative. Notably, if a player prefers, they can bypass all these puzzles entirely.

For those seeking a distinctive holiday season pick, the charm and relaxed ambiance of ‘Snowman Story’ might not appeal to everyone, but it’s definitely worth considering. Switch gamers won’t have to wait long, as ‘Snowman Story’ is set to hit the eShop on December 12th. If you’re interested, you can pre-order it now on the eShop at a price of $4.99.

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2024-11-28 20:12