TheNintendoeShop, which was first introduced on the Nintendo 3DS in 2011, has been a go-to stop for people to buy the latest games by Nintendo since the company began releasing nearly every game it makes digitally along with the usual physical release. While the shop is full of various games, only a small fraction of them are available exclusively on the eShop. This means that they are not only exclusive to a Nintendo console, but they are only available by way of a digital download.
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While this encompasses a small population of the shop, it is worth looking at the best games that are available only through this platform, specifically for theNintendo Switch.
10Picross S
For decades, Nintendo has dabbled in the popular nonogrampuzzle gameformat.Picross Sis simply the Switch version of the game where the player must look at numbers next to rows and columns and fill it pieces of a graph to reveal a picture.
On the Nintendo Switch, there are four additions of thePicross Sseries, all of which will present players with similar gameplay but new puzzles to complete. It’s the perfect way to pass the time, forcing players to think logically to come up with a solution.
9Vitamin Connection
Vitamin Connectionis a funaction-adventuregame that puts players in control of Vita-Boy and Mina-Girl, two microscopic heroes who are trying to stop a virus that has overtaken an otherwise happy family. This game is played with the joy-cons and takes full advantage of the motion controls within the joy-cons.
This game also features many mini-games that add to the adventure. While there are physical editions coming in the future, those interested can purchase the game and play now through the eShop.
8The Touryst
The action-adventure puzzle game by Shin’en Multimedia known asThe Tourystputs players in a blocky universe where they slowly discover the secrets of the area they are spending time in by heading underground and discovering dungeons, or just by exploring exotic islands nearby.
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While there’s a massive adventure aspect of the game, players are also invited to relax on the island and have fun. Players can also do some shopping, visit the local arcade, dance at a beach party, or even go for a nice swim.
7BoxBoy! + BoxGirl!
The fourth game of theBoxBoy!series,BoxBoy! + BoxGirl!is a puzzleplatformerthat, for the first time in the series, also includes a multiplayer mode. The gist of the game is very similar to that of previous installments in which players must create box chains to overcome obstacles throughout each level.
Along with the single-player campaign, players can have a friend join them for some couch co-op as they work together to overcome a set of two-player levels, with each person controlling a character that provides different assets to getting through.
6Super Kirby Clash
One of the few digital-only games made by Nintendo,SuperKirbyClashis an action RPG that is a free-to-play game but does have some level of micro-transactions later in order to speed up progression. Still, the game itself involves selecting a Kirby that best fits a specific skill set and working together with three other Kirbys to take down major enemies.
Along the way, players earn rewards that can be used to upgrade their gear. There is both a couch co-op mode as well as an online co-op mode for players to choose from.
5Taiko No Tatsujin: Drum ‘N’ Fun!
For those who enjoy rhythm-based games,Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun!is perfect for those who are ready to rock out. The main mode, which can be played with up to two players, involves playing the drums to the correct beat of a variety of different music from anime, other video games, and much more.
In addition, this game has a party mode which allows up to four players to play rhythm-based mini-games that, as the title suggests, are a lot of fun to play with friends.
4Golf Story
Who knew sports andRPGscould work so well together? InGolf Story, players take on the role of a man who gives up everything to try to become a pro golfer like his father was long ago. The game uses RPG mechanics to present golf-based challenges to the player.
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The game is separated into different sections, with each section being unlocked as the game goes on. The coolest part about this game is the ability to tee up and hit a golf ball at any point in the game, which could lead to some funny gags but also progressing storylines.
3The Stretchers
A puzzle game that embraces ragdoll-physics,The Stretchersis a game that revolves around controlling two paramedics as they rescue civilians who have been knocked out by the evil Captain Brains. Players are tasked with bringing these “dizzied” individuals back to the hospital in as good of shape as they can be in.
This game can be played alone or with a friend inco-op mode. There is even a customization element of this game in which players can find costumes and furniture for the medics and their home base.
2Good Job!
It’s fun to destroy things sometimes, andGood Job!is here to give players the platform to do so. As the son of a CEO, players are given tasks to complete and can do so in multiple ways, whether they are patient and controlled or rushed and chaotic.
The player is rewarded for how fast they complete a task and how destructive they were. Each level provides players with tools to complete the job, so keep an eye out when trying to find a solution. This puzzle game is for only one player, but friends are welcome to watch and laugh.
1Cadence Of Hyrule
In partnership betweenThe Legends of ZeldaandCrypt Of The Necromancer,Cadence Of Hyruleis another rhythm-based game that takes the exploration and lore of theZeldaseries and combines it with the gameplay of the popular roguelike rhythm game.
Explore areas of Hyrule and various dungeons while fighting enemies and moving around to the beat of the music. Along the way, the player can upgrade their gear at local shops and acquire tools that will help them progress further into the game. This game also allowscouch co-op, so players can progress to the beat together.
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