A jam-paxed schedule
- On this page:
- Every Switch Game At PAX West 2022
- No Place for Bravery
- Shovel Knight Dig
- Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon DLC
- No longer human
- My Time at Sandrock
- Harmony’s Odyssey
- Terror: Endless Night
- Everdream Valley
- Dead Cells
- Coral Island
PAX West, a gigantic gaming festival that takes place in Seattle, is this weekend — and if you’re going, then you might be wondering what’s on offer. Being a Nintendo-focused website, we’re most interested in what’s going to be there for Switch, especially after Gamescom’s rather disappointing Nintendo-less showfloor.
We’ve assembled here a list of every game at PAX West that’s coming to Nintendo Switch — although there may be more that are as-yet unannounced, so keep an eye out for potentially even more. Some of these games are out on Switch already, but are at PAX to show off updates, DLC, or other new content.
We’ve also noted if there will be any exclusive content or merch on the showfloor, plus the possibilities of a discount (which may be on Switch or Steam) and/or a free demo during PAX, which runs from September 2nd to the 5th. Enjoy!
Every Switch Game At PAX West 2022
Melatonin
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Melatonin is a rhythm game about dreams and reality merging together. It uses animations and sound cues to keep you on beat without any intimidating overlays or interfaces. Harmonize through a variety of dreamy levels containing surprising challenges, hand-drawn art, and vibrant music.
Release date: September 2022 Exclusive content? New levels Discount? No
Free demo? Yes
Demonschool
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Demonschool is a new-style tactics RPG where motion equals action. Defeat big weirdos in between the human and demon worlds as Faye and her misfit companions, while navigating university life on a mysterious island!
Release date: 2023
Exclusive content? First playable demo Discount? No
Free demo? No
No Place for Bravery
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Thorn, an old warrior worn down by decades of vim and violence, roams a world undone in search of his lost daughter. Dodge, parry & cleave your way out of brutal clashes in this 2D top-down action RPG, and discover the bone-chilling tale of Thorn’s crusade to make his family whole again.
Release date: 22nd September 2022
Exclusive content? Defeat the shieldbearer boss to win an exclusive pin Discount? No
Free demo? Yes
Shovel Knight Dig
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Meet new friends and foes, visit strange lands, and outfit yourself in your quest to keep the entire land from collapsing underfoot! Jump, slash, and dig your way down an ever-changing chasm of mystery in Shovel Knight Dig, an all-new Shovel Knight adventure!
Release date: September 23
Exclusive content? No Discount? Yes
Free demo? No
Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon DLC
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Delve with Shovel Knight into the depths of the Pocket Dungeon in an action-packed puzzle adventure mashup like none other! Join your mysterious guide Puzzle Knight as you shovel through scads of foes, procure new equipment, and battle bosses both familiar and new.
Release date: 2022
Exclusive content? No Discount? Yes
Free demo? No
Exophobia
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Exophobia is a retro-inspired first person shooter with fast-paced combat. You wake up to find yourself alone in a spaceship infested with hostile alien soldiers. Explore your surroundings while you uncover piece by piece the backstory and destiny of its human inhabitants. Shoot, dash, stun your enemies and more, in your path to survive! Upgrade your weapon to gain new abilities that dramatically change your combat style.
Release date: 2022
Exclusive content? New unreleased demo Discount? Yes
Free demo? Yes
No longer human
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No longer human is a high-energy cybergoth action fvck-em-up with expressive, freeform combat that encourages aggressive, stylish play. Set in the near future, brain-computer interfaces have become as commonplace as mobile phones, allowing users to submerge themselves entirely into the metaverse and abandon the physical world altogether. You assume the role of Tsunono, the once world famous vocaloid idol turned cyberdemon, on her destructive path to total world domination.
Release date: 2022
Exclusive content? N/A Discount? No
Free demo? No
My Time at Sandrock
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Travel to the desert community of Sandrock and take on the role of a fledgling Builder. Use your trusty toolset to gather resources, construct machines, and turn your run-down workshop into a well-oiled production facility to save the town from the jaws of economic ruin!
Release date: 2023
Exclusive content? The demo booth looks like a train depot! Discount? No
Free demo? Yes
Harmony’s Odyssey
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Harmony’s Odyssey is a cozy 3D adventure puzzle game based on solving interactive, jigsaw-like dioramas, meeting wonderful mythical creatures and enjoying a variety of accessible, engaging mini games.
Release date: TBA
Exclusive content? Merch and gadgets available at the booth Discount? No
Free demo? Yes
Terror: Endless Night
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Terror: Endless Night is a story-driven, strategy game, kept in the 19th century and inspired by true events. Set out on a rescue mission into the harsh cold of the Arctic Ocean in search of HMS “Erebus” and HMS “Terror” and answer the question – what will YOU do when harsh weather and limited supplies force you into impossible decisions?
Release date: 2023
Exclusive content? N/A Discount? No
Free demo? No
Gamedec
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Gamedec is a single-player cyberpunk isometric RPG. You are a game detective, who solves crimes inside virtual worlds. Use your wits to gather info from your witnesses and suspects, getting to the bottom of deceptive schemes. The game continually adapts to your decisions and never judges.
Release date: 29th September
Exclusive content? New build and exclusive content, including new levels and cases Discount? No
Free demo? Yes
Everdream Valley
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Everdream Valley is an adventure game with sim and crafting elements. You will play as a kid who spends vacations on grandparents’ farm. You will learn to grow crops, cook, craft, raise animals, milk cows, shear sheep, fish, catch bugs, build tree houses and much more. And during your dreams, at night you will play as various animals from the valley.
You will have a choice to try to solve the mystery of the puzzling dreams in a series of story quests, developing the farm in the meantime, or to focus solely on growing crops, breeding animals, and exploring the valley. Whichever you choose, you will experience an unforgettable adventure in the world of Everdream Valley.
Release date: “Soon”
Exclusive content? New demo Discount? No
Free demo? Yes
LOUD
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LOUD is a wholesome, arcade music game where you help a reclusive young rocker embark on a heart-warming journey of self-discovery and fame. It’s time to hone your riffs, licks and shreds. It’s time to shine like a bright star and get LOUD!
Release date: Already out on Switch
Exclusive content? New game update, new DLC, new game modes Discount? No
Free demo? Yes
Dead Cells
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Dead Cells is an award winning rogue-lite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You’ll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle… assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D fast-paced souls-lite combat. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
Release date: Already out on Switch
Exclusive content? Boss Rush update Discount? No
Free demo? No
Coral Island
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Coral Island is a re-imagined farm sim game inspired by classics. Grow crops, nurture animals, and befriend the islanders. Decide whether to revitalize not only the town but also the surrounding coral reefs.
Release date: 2022
Exclusive content? Playable US-exclusive demo Discount? No
Free demo? No
Unpacking
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Unpacking is a zen game about the familiar experience of pulling possessions out of boxes and fitting them into a new home. Part block-fitting puzzle, part home decoration, you are invited to create a satisfying living space while learning clues about the life you’re unpacking. Over the course of eight house moves, you are given a chance to experience a sense of intimacy with a character you never see and a story you’re never told.
Release date: Already out on Switch
Exclusive content? Exclusive pins Discount? No
Free demo? No
Head to the next page for even more games…