Credits: Studio Sai

Developers often can't launch games on all platforms at the same time because of technical differences, limited resources, the need for platform-specific adjustments, or simply not having enough time. Something similar might have happened with Eternights from Studio Sai. After its initial release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Windows last year, Eternights will be available on Nintendo Switch starting October 17, 2024.

Eternights is a unique blend of dating sim and action role-playing games developed by Studio Sai. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the game follows the journey of an 18-year-old protagonist who must navigate both the challenges of survival and the complexities of love. The narrative unfolds as an anti-aging drug called Eternights turns people into monsters, leaving the protagonist to combat these threats with a magical, shapeshifting arm that can transform into a sword. Players engage in hack-and-slash combat, utilizing precision dodges and combos to defeat enemies while managing social relationships that enhance combat abilities. The game also features a calendar system, where time management influences available activities and interactions.

Eternights, developed by Studio Sai, launched digitally in September 2023 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Windows, followed by a physical release in November. Despite receiving mixed reviews, the game sold an impressive 200,000 units by August 2024, showing it successfully captured player interest. So it's no surprise, that Studio Sai announced a Nintendo Switch port, arriving this fall, aiming to broaden its audience and offer new players the chance to experience its unique blend of genres. Player feedback is largely positive, emphasizing the passion and effort evident in its creation by a single developer. The game's short playtime and Persona-inspired elements are praised for adding a fun and challenging twist. While some suggest improvements in graphics and writing, the overall consensus is that Eternights offers a commendable and enjoyable experience, especially considering its low-budget origins, making it a must-try for those with the right expectations.

Eternights will launch on Nintendo Switch on October 17, 2024. It's already available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Windows in both digital and physical formats. You can pre-order the Nintendo Switch version now by the link below.

Studio Sai began as a one-man studio, evolving into a fully remote, independent team of developers by October 2023. The studio now boasts an international collaboration, with members working together from various countries. Studio Sai is dedicated to crafting games that explore the relationships you can build within slightly peculiar worlds. The name 'Sai' signifies a relationship between two people in Korean, encompassing not just the bond but also, in a poetic sense, the "distance" between them.

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