[Guide] The Biggest Games Releasing on Nintendo Switch | November 2023

Introducing the ten biggest games you need to play this month…

As another October comes to an end, let us all prepare for the behemoth month that is November. With a total of 10 massive games releasing on the Nintendo Switch this month, we’re on hand to walk you through this incredible line-up:

[Guide] The Biggest Games Releasing on Nintendo Switch | November 2023:

STAR OCEAN: THE SECOND STORY R (November 2, 2023)

Publisher: SQUARE ENIX

Genre: Role-Playing, Action

No. of Players: 1 (Single System)

File Size: 11.9 GB

Price: $49.99

 

The highly acclaimed second instalment in the STAR OCEAN series, returns as STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R.

Brought to life with a unique 2.5D aesthetic, which fuses 2D pixel characters and 3D environments, this remake includes everything that made the original release so great while adding new elements too!

Experience new battle mechanics, full Japanese and English voice overs, original and re-arranged music, fast-travel and so much more! Discover the definitive version of a classic but modernized JRPG that’s perfect for newcomers and long-time fans alike.

STORY: Space Date 366 – A Federation officer finds himself transported to a mystical planet. While searching for a way home, an encounter with a young girl draws him into a quest to save her people, just as an ancient prophecy foretold…
Choose your path and witness an awakened destiny.

 

KEY FEATURES:

• Fantasy and Science Fiction collide in a unique visual style – From dangerous dungeons to bustling towns, the world of STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R is depicted in a stunning 2.5D style that combines beautiful 3D graphics with nostalgic 2D pixel characters.
• Experience a story with dual protagonists – Start your journey with either Claude or Rena. Depending on your choice, the perspectives and the allies you can recruit will change.
  • Get to know party members via the unique Private Actions system, grow relationships and unlock various endings.
    New character illustrations have also been created by long-term series artist Yukihiro Kajimoto.
• Thrilling, visually explosive battles! – Enjoy fast-paced combat and use new mechanics to strategically defeat foes.
  
  • “Break” by continuously dealing damage and order your allies to follow-up with an Assault Action to deal massive damage.
• Pair powerful gear with a plethora of skills – Customize party progression with a large selection of skills, including Cooking, Art, Metalcraft, and many more. Build up to Specialty levels and master the enhanced Item Creation system to craft ultimate equipment with different effects.
• Japanese and English voiceover – All event scenes are now fully voiced using the same voice cast from the original game. In addition, the dialogue from STAR OCEAN SECOND EVOLUTION (2008) is also included and can be selected.
• An iconic soundtrack rearranged by Motoi Sakuraba – All tracks have been re-composed, including full-band performance and strings sound. Exploration and movie scenes themes also have new recordings that take them to even greater heights.
• 3 difficulty modes – Pick EARTH for a relaxing journey, GALAXY for a satisfying challenge or UNIVERSE… if you’re brave enough to really put your skills to the test.

DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing (November 3, 2023)

Publisher: Game Mill

Genre: Racing, Action, Arcade, Multiplayer

No. of Players: 1 – 4 (Single System) | 2 – 8 (Online)

File Size: 4.6 GB

Price: $39.99

 

An all-star cast of some of your favorite DreamWorks characters brings the fun and hilarity to high-speed kart racing action like never before! Race on 20 different DreamWorks-themed tracks, including Shrek’s Swamp, New York City Zoo from Madagascar, Isle of Berk, and more! 20 of the most iconic DreamWorks characters: Shrek, Po, Tigress, Puss in Boots, Hiccup, Astrid, Boss Baby, and other top favorites all come together in a kart racing experience like no other.

 

Key Game Features:

• ALL-STAR CAST OF DREAMWORKS CHARACTERS: Who will you choose? With favorites such as Shrek, Po, Tigress, Boss Baby, Puss in Boots, Hiccup, and Astrid, it’ll be hard to choose just one.
• 20 AWESOME KARTS: Each kart draws its distinct design from the unique personality of its DreamWorks character-driver! Put your very own twist on the kart with hundreds of parts and accessory combinations to level up!
• RACE THROUGH ICONIC LOCATIONS: Be transported into fantastical worlds as you speed, shift, jump and drift through tracks inspired by your favorite DreamWorks movies: The Kingdom of Far Far Away from Shrek, Bergen Town from Trolls, Baby Corp from The Boss Baby, New York City Zoo from Madagascar, and many more!
• TROLLS AS RACE HOSTS & POWER-UPS: Poppy, Branch, Barb, Cooper and others from the colorful world of the DreamWorks Trolls are not only rockin’ it as your hosts for each race, but also help you hit the right notes for your racetrack success with their power-up potential. Collect them to ride along with you throughout each race for special surprises!
• HARNESS THE POWER MAGIC PATHS: Hit magical switches on the track to uncover hidden shortcuts. Extend these magical paths by hitting more switches in series!
• MULTIPLE RACING MODES: Awesome online and split-screen local multi-player for non-stop action the entire family will love.

Fashion Dreamer (November 3, 2023)

Publisher: Marvelous (XSEED)

Genre: Simulation, Lifestyle

No. of Players: 1 (Single System) | 1 (Online)

File Size: 5.9 GB

Price: $49.99

 

Enter a virtual world of fashion fantasies made real, where coordination and communication mix like never before. Your new life as an influencer awaits!

• Create new outfits to rake in the Likes! – The virtual space is bustling with Muses, fashion fans who are always on the lookout for new inspiration. Dazzle them with your freshest fits—and if you catch their eye, you’ll earn their Likes. Rack up more and more Likes to grow as an iconic fashion influencer!
• Send Likes to get new items! – Spot a Muse with impeccable taste? Let them know! Giving a Like will let you use their fashion items not only for yourself, but also when recommending outfits to other Muses.
• Build your brand with custom items all your own! – When designing new clothing and accessories, the sky’s the limit! Customize over 1400 collectable items with your favorite styles and colors for a truly unique flair. Your creations form the basis for your brand, so recommend them to other Muses and conquer the fashion world!
• Go online to interact with Muses from across the globe! – When you connect to the internet, other players’ Muses will appear in your world, letting you snag whatever original outfits they’re wearing. Before you know it, your very own designs might just become an international sensation!

WarioWare: Move It! (November 3, 2023)

Publisher: Nintendo

Genre: Action, Party

No. of Players: 1 – 4 (Single System)

File Size: 1.3 GB

Price: $49.99

 

Strike a pose with a multitude of motion-based microgames in a brand-new entry in the WarioWare™ series!

Grab a pair of Joy-Con™ controllers and get moving as you gently shake, punch, dance, wiggle, and even curtsey through over 200 lightning-fast microgames (minigames that last just a few hilarious seconds). A second player* can use another set of Joy-Con controllers to join the treasure-guarding, sheep-twirling fun. Up to 4 players, each with one Joy-Con controller, can laugh out loud in the local Party Mode’s minigames like a dicey board game with Wario-style rules.

Double Dragon Advance (November 9, 2023)

Publisher: ARC SYSTEM WORKS

Genre: Arcade, Action, Fighting

No. of Players: 1 – 2 (Single System)

File Size: 84 MB

Price: $6.99

 

Double Dragon Advance, known as the pinnacle of the series for its incorporation of moves and graphics from across the games, comes back to life on modern consoles after 20 years!

The border of the screen can now be customized with a choice of 5 wallpapers. Play with your background of choice!

Featuring beloved stages and weapons from prior titles!

Stages:

• Chinatown and Truck stages from Super Double Dragon
• Cavern stage from Double Dragon (NES)
• Custom version of the Fortress stage from Double Dragon II (NES)

Weapons:

• Flail from Double Dragon II (arcade)
• Nunchaku from Super Double Dragon

Enemies:

• The reanimated terror Burnov and Chinese staff expert Chin from Double Dragon II (arcade)
• The martial artist Steve from Super Double Dragon
• The Five Emperors stand in your way as bosses, inspired by the final boss of Double Dragon II (NES).

Moves: Explore an arsenal of new moves on top of the traditional arcade moveset, with the Pin Attack from Double Dragon (NES) as well as the Hyper Uppercut and High Jump Kick from Double Dragon II (NES).

Super Dragon Advance (November 9, 2023)

Publisher: ARC SYSTEM WORKS

Genre: Arcade, Action, Fighting

No. of Players: 1 – 2 (Single System)

File Size: 116 MB

Price: $6.99

 

Super Double Dragon comes to modern consoles for the first time!

This stage-based side scrolling action classic first came out for the “Super Nintendo Entertainment System™” in 1992.

The border of the screen can now be customized with a choice of 5 wallpapers. Play with your background of choice!

You can now ramp up the action, with customizable play speed going up to double speed!

Discover a whole new way to enjoy the game with extra tumultuous battles!

 

Key Features:

• Fend off enemy attacks with the Guard command
• Build up the newly added Dragon Power gauge to unleash new moves
• Take out enemies with the help of items such as sandbags and punching bags throughout the stage
• Choosing Mode B turns on friendly fire

Take control of the twin Dragons to make waves in the modern era!

Persona 5 Tactica (November 17, 2023)

Publisher: SEGA

Genre: Role-Playing, Strategy, Simulation

No. of Players: 1 (Single System)

File Size: 7.1 GB

Price: $59.99

 

Ignite your heart— An emotional uprising begins!

After a strange incident, the Phantom Thieves wander into a bizarre realm where its citizens are living under tyrannical oppression. Surrounded by a military group named Legionnaires, they find themselves in grave danger until a mysterious revolutionary named Erina rescues them and offers an enticing deal in exchange for their help. What truth lies behind Erina and the deal she offers to the Phantom Thieves?

Persona 5 Tactica features an all-new story, the return of fan-favorite characters, and brand-new allies and foes. Join the group as they lead an emotional revolution in this thrilling combat adventure!

• An Emotional Revolution – Lead an uprising of the heart in a brand-new storyline that takes place in Persona’s iconic universe.
• Build Your Dream Squad – Assemble a team of beloved heroes to fight oppressive armies in thrilling turn-based combat.
• Dynamic Combat – Overthrow your enemies with powerful Personas, an assortment of weapons, and wipe them out with style!