Chernobylite will launch for the Nintendo Switch under a month from now, on December. It will release in the form of a Complete Edition, which means it will include the base game and all of its post-launch content, including two expansions, new modes, locations, and more. Check out the trailer below for a look at what the game will look like in action on the Switch.

Meanwhile, a Premium Edition will also be available, which, on top of the Complete Edition’s full contents, will also include digital codes for the game’s official soundtrack and artbook, as well as two bonus in-game cosmetics. 

Chernobylite is currently available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. 

The developer has announced alongside publisher Untold Tales that Chernobylite is coming to the Nintendo Switch. The survival horror RPG will release on the platform in the form of a Complete Edition, which means it will also include all of its post-launch content. 

A Premium Edition will also be available, which will also include bonus cosmetics, and digital codes of the game’s soundtrack and art book. Check out the trailer below for a glimpse of what the game will look like on the console. 

Chernobylite is currently available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. The Switch version doesn’t yet have a release date or window. 

For starters, The Plucky Squire, which is due out next week, will also be available via PlayStation Plus Game Catalog day and date, as previously announced. It will be joined by a handful of acclaimed narrative-driven adventure games in the form of Night in the Woods, Road 96, and Under the Waves, The Farm 51’s survival horror action RPG Chernobylite, 7v7 arcade football game Wild Card Football, Ubisoft’s open world first-person shooter Far Cry 5, colourful action-adventure title Ben 10, and voxel-based sci-fi sandbox game Space Engineers.

Additionally, PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers will also get access to a PS VR2 title in the form of Pistol Whip, and some returning legacy titles with Secret Agent Clank, Sky Gunner, and Mister Mosquito. All aforementioned titles will become available starting September 17.

Two graphics modes are available for Xbox Series X and PS5 – Performance and Resolution. The former offers 1080p resolution and 60 frames per second gameplay with “higher graphics quality.” The latter is dynamic 4K and 30 FPS with ray tracing and improvements to shadows, environments and texture quality. On the Xbox Series S, only Resolution Mode is available with 1440p resolution and 30 FPS.

The title takes advantage of the solid-state drive on all current-gen platforms for faster loading times. PS5 players can also avail of DualSense support which includes Haptic Feedback, different responses with each weapon via the Adaptive Triggers, and sound from the controller’s speaker. For more details on the base game, you can check out our review here.

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed (Switch)

As a remaster of the Nintendo Wii version, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed tells the story of Galen Marek aka Starkiller. Raised in secret by Darth Vader and serving as his apprentice, he embarks on missions to hunt down any rogue Jedi and kill anyone that gets in his way. While titles like Jedi Knight emphasized more grounded lightsaber combat, The Force Unleashed embraced hack and slash style combos and the power fantasy of hurling TIE Fighters at enemies. While it’s unknown if the Switch version will have motion controls or multiplayer duels like the Wii, it should be a fun way to revisit the franchise when it releases on April 20^th.

Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga

Of course for those who want to experience everything Star Wars-related from a LEGO veneer, there’s LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. It packs all nine mainline films, from the prequels and original trilogy to the new trilogy, into one massive game with over 300 playable characters, 45 story missions and tons of side content. Venture to Tatooine and engage in quizzes to find out who shot first; roam space and get into a dogfight with Star Destroyers; or enter Freeplay mode and control whoever you like. It’s out on April 1^st for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC and Nintendo Switch.

The Serpent Rogue

The premise of Sengi Games’ action adventure is fairly straightforward – the Serpent Rogue is spreading its evil from Mount Morbus. Play as an alchemist known as The Warden and venture forth to defeat it. As you explore the dark fantasy world, you’ll gather ingredients, craft potions, pursue quests and even shapeshift to grow stronger. Be careful though since certain actions have serious repercussions, like ghouls being attracted to unburied corpses. The Serpent Rogue releases on April 26^th for Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.

The House of the Dead: Remake

The 1997 arcade rail-shooter is making a comeback, courtesy of Forever Entertainment. Along with remade visuals which give new life to the grotesque zombies of old, it also sports modern controls, local two-player multiplayer and multiple endings. A new game mode where players gun down hordes of the undead has also been added along with Photo Mode, Achievements, an armory with “unlockable” weapons and a gallery to better inspect all of the enemies and bosses. The House of the Dead: Remake launches on April 7^th for Nintendo Switch.

13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim (Switch)

Releasing on April 14^th for Nintendo Switch, Vanillaware’s 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim is part visual novel/adventure and part real-time strategy with pause, teeming with mechs, time travel and much more. As the Kaiju invade Tokyo, it’s up to the 13 different characters piloting their Sentinels to stop them. Of course, there’s much more to the story than that as players unravel multiple perspectives and piece them together into a cohesive whole.

MotoGP 22

If you need a break from the Forzas and Gran Turismos of the world, then Milestone’s MotoGP 22 may be worth a look. Releasing on April 21^st, it offers 120 riders and more than 20 circuits. Delve into the 2009 Grand Prix in over 17 chapters with legendary riders like Valentino Rossi and Dani Pedrosa, or enter the Academy to undertake training and challenges. You can also create a team and manage everything, from customizing the bikes to hiring staff, or engage in some split-screen racing. MotoGP 22 will be available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC and Nintendo Switch.

Hologram

For a relatively unknown developer like Enlighteneer, Hologram looks intriguing. Set in the future, you play as Woner who must rely on the power of time manipulation to push back against the “evil horde.” Along with third person shooting, there’s mountain climbing, flying – which can be used to travel the length of planets – and “story-driven gameplay.” Despite some scuffness, it should be interesting to see how the full game is when it releases on April 26^th for PC.

TIC-TAC: Twelve o’clock

Unfortunately, this isn’t a game about calmly playing Tic-Tac-Toe at bright and sunny noon. Instead, you’re exploring Bluebird Middle School, which has somehow become a hotspot for scary creatures and dark forces. Along with puzzle solving and checking your shelter, there are random events that will test your resolve. Survive enough nights and eventually, you’ll find out what’s really going on. TIC-TAC: Twelve o’clock releases on April 29^th for PC.

Holomento

A curse has been wrought upon the land, caused by the strange book known as the Holomento. As a Traveler, you’ll take the book and venture through Eventide Hollow, restoring the region to its former glory. Fight off a variety of enemies (with weapons ranging from swords to grenade launchers, don’t ask) and explore the world for secrets, relics and other resources. Upgrade the Hollow for new stores and shops but beware – dying means starting over as a new Traveler (though you have multiple different classes to choose from). Holomento enters Steam Early Access on April 22^nd.

MLB The Show 22

Sony San Diego’s vaunted MLB The Show series returns, releasing for Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S along with PS4 and PS5 on April 5^th. Featuring Shohei Ohtani as its cover star, it also includes a dynamic Stadium Creator for current-gen platforms, online co-op, and a new commentary team with Jon Sciambi and Chris Singleton. This in addition to the classic gameplay that fans know and love along with crossplay, cross saves and cross-progression.

Chernobylite (Xbox Series X/S and PS5)

If you’re seeking that classic S.T.A.L.K.E.R. feel, then Chernobylite may be worth checking out. Set in the Exclusion Zone, you play as Igor and search desperately for a loved one. That’s easier said than done though with mutants, stalkers and other foes prowling the area, not to mention the dangers of radiation. Recruit companions and assign tasks to them; build your base and craft weapons; and take a variety of approaches when playing through the story. The Xbox Series X/S and PS5 versions are out on April 7^th, and will include two graphics modes – 4K/30 FPS and 1080/60 FPS – along with ray tracing support. This is along with the Enhanced Edition PC, which is free for current owners.

Slipstream

A retro-style arcade racer in the vein of Sega’s OutRun series, ansdor’s Slipstream features gorgeous sprite-scaling and a pulsing soundtrack. It comes with five cars, 20 tracks, and four cups in Grand Prix Mode coupled with five additional modes like Time Trial, Battle Royale, Cannonball and more (along with online leaderboards). Though currently available on PC, Slipstream launches on April 7^th for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch.

Chinatown Detective Agency

Pixel art and gorgeous character portraits coincide with cybernoir and shady streets in this point and click adventure from General Interactive Co. Releasing on April 7^th for Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch, it focuses on new PI Amira Darma who travels across the globe to solve cases. Puzzles and a reliance on real-world trivia are necessary for success, reflecting its Carmen Sandiego inspirations, but there’s a rich narrative to discover as well. Manage your resources accordingly though or bankruptcy will come calling.

tERRORbane

Meta gaming (no, not that one) is fairly niche but it’s produced some good games from ICEY to There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension. BitNine’s tERRORbane is the latest to join the pack, starting out as a fantasy RPG that quickly falls apart due to The Developer. Venture through the world and seek out different bugs, oppose The Developer at every turn, and exploit everything in the faulty code to progress. tERRORbane is out on April 1^st for Nintendo Switch and PC.

Ed-0: Zombie Uprising

A zombie horde slayer from D3 Publisher is hardly news but Ed-0: Zombie Uprising takes a roguelike survival approach to the proceedings. Set in Edo era Japan (hence the name), players choose from one of three characters – the Samurai, Sumo Wrestler and Ninja – and embark on randomly generated runs. Launching into Steam Early Access on April 4^th, Ed-0 will have two playable characters to start with, three main quests and bosses (along with five sub-quests), multiple difficulty options and over 100 skills and items.

The PS5 version also supports Activity Cards along with advanced vibration and the DualSense’s adaptive triggers. A physical version launches for PS5 on the same day so collectors may be interested in checking it out. Finally, all players will receive a new free content update with Blue Flames.

This adds “Memories of You”, which provides new events and collectibles centered on Tatyana and Igor, and a new weapon in the Silent Assassin Crossbow. There will also be a paid content pack alongside the free update. Four content updates are slated for 2022 along with Blue Flames so stay tuned for more details in the coming months.

For more details on Chernobylite, check out our review here.

The Farm 51 has added three new Monster Hunt quests to Chernobylite, which will feature battles against new enemies in the Feral Chernohost, the Overgrown Duster, and the Ancient Shadow. Check them out in the trailer below.

While these new Monster Hunts are free, Chernobylite has also received new paid DLC in the form of the Autumn Dread weapon skin pack, which can be purchased for $3.99 / €3.99 / £3.29.

In our review of Chernobylite last year, we awarded it a score of 7/10, saying, “Chernobylite’s divergent paths bolster its replayability but its inconsistencies in other areas drag down the experience.” You can read our full review through here.

Chernobylite is available on PS4, Xbox One, and PC, and is playable on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S via backward compatibility. Native versions of new-gen consoles are in the works as well, but don’t have a release date.

The update also fixes a number of issues like optimizing the lighting in the Power Plant and Pripyat Port (which was originally too “aggressive”). Markers for the Monster Hunt DLC have also been fixed, making it easier to locate your targets. An exploit which allowed for creating infinite resources from the recycling machine has also been fixed.

Check out the patch notes below for all of the details. Chernobylite is currently available for PC, Xbox One and PS4 with the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S versions coming later. You can check out our official review here for more details. For more details on future updates and DLC, head here.

The side quest is Monster Hunt, which requires killing one of the three new enemies. They can appear in any level, though the quest won’t be as common as food drops. Other changes include a redesign for The Black Stalker who will now actively hunt the player and scales his strength based on the storm. But if defeated, he won’t appear again in the same day.

Various bug fixes have also been made – check them out in the patch notes below for more details. Chernobylite is currently available for Xbox One, PS4 and PC with PS5 and Xbox Series X/S versions coming later. Check out our official review for the game here.

UPDARE NOTES:

General:

• Sometimes the loot screen was visible for too long. We fixed that.
• Items brought by your companions when the inventory is full will no longer disappear, but will be placed on the ground instead.
• We have corrected the wrong names of some containers.
• An indicator might occasionally not show up on some containers, when the player was in sprinting mode. We fixed that.
• The lockpick icon would sometimes not display correctly. This has been fixed.
• When giving away meals, the companion status would sometimes not display correctly. We fixed it.
• The Black Stalker will now be highlighted by the PDA if we have the appropriate bonus.
• Fixed a very rare bug where one of the crystals on the fractal timeline would not change its colour, making it very difficult to return to reality.
• The poison that we could use to poison Kozlov would not disappear from the inventory. We fixed it.
• Meeting with Tarakan: We fixed the blocker that was triggered by very fast skipping through dialogues.
• Meeting with Tarakan: We fixed a blocker that was triggered by running in and out of the apartment without interacting with Tarakan.
• Meeting with Tarakan: Soldiers should no longer get lost in front of the Tarakan’s block.
• Voice in the woods: We fixed a bug that was blocking the interaction with the food crate when loading save at a very specific moment.
• Heist: Sometimes Igor was unable to use the explosives, even though he did have them. We fixed it
• Hermit: We corrected collisions to make it impossible to miss the key elements of the quest.
• Chain Reaction: We removed unnecessary collisions that were blocking the player.
• The opponent’s death animation would sometimes break if the player has not witnessed it from the beginning. We fixed it.
• With a specific combination of upgrades, the Shotgun would start to deal much less damage than it should. We fixed it.
• The zones should now be better marked when selecting missions.
• Enemies in the large building in the Moscow Eye level should now move normally.
• Fixed some objects disappearing while being too close to the player in the Moscow Eye and Pripyat Port levels.
• We fixed some collisions in several places in Heist level to reduce the chance of getting stuck and falling out of level.
• We have disabled the ability to climb certain objects in the prison level and on the timeline. They made it possible to go beyond the accessible area.
• Fixed the spot in Kopachi where the player could get completely blocked.
• Fixed the position of some dusters that were too far from the surface (Kopachi, Red Forest)
• We have improved spawning points available for some Chernohosts at the train depot in Red Forest. They should not be blocking themselves anymore.
• We improved the location of several resources in Pripyat Port level that were unintentionally unavailable for collection.
• During one of the events with Tatyana in Pripyat Port not all objects would appear/disappear as planned. We fixed it.
• We improved the implementation of the animations Pripyat Port carousels. They no longer should act as a catapult
• We improved streaming in the largest building of the Moscow Eye level. It could have been the reason for clipping on slower computers
• It was possible to leave Igor’s room after turning on the photo mode. We fixed it.

The next is “Ghost Town“, a paid content pack that adds a new map – Pripyat Residential – and new side missions. In Q1 2022, “Blue Flames” will launch and add new activities and events, a new weapon and new cosmetics along with Chernobylite: Enhanced Edition (which could be the Xbox Series X/S and PS5 versions). “Red Trees” is next in Q2 2022 and offers new story missions, a new map and side missions, and new cosmetics.

In Q3 2022 is the launch of “Green Walls” which adds a new game mode called the Gates of Madness, a new weapon, and a new VR map and side activity. “Black Smoke” is the last paid content pack on the roadmap and adds new events, a new mode called Brothers in Arms and some “extras.” Stay tuned for more details and updates in the meantime.