"Fitness Boxing feat. Hatsune Miku Reviewed: New Releases, Sales, and Farewells on SwitchArcade"

Hello, dear readers, and welcome to the final SwitchArcade Round-Up for September 6th, 2024. This marks the end of an era, as it's the last regular SwitchArcade Round-Up by me here at TouchArcade. Although I won't see the Switch through to its conclusion with these articles, I'm grateful for the journey we've shared over the years. We're going out with a bang, featuring reviews from Mikhail and Shaun, new release summaries, and the usual lists of new and expiring sales. Let's enjoy one last ride together!

Reviews & Mini-Views

Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU ($49.99)

Following the success of Imagineer's Fitness Boxing series, including the amusing yet effective Fitness Boxing Fist of the North Star, the collaboration with HATSUNE MIKU in Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU intrigued me. Over the past few weeks, I've tested it alongside Ring Fit Adventure and found it quite impressive.

For newcomers, Fitness Boxing games blend boxing and rhythm mechanics to promote fitness through daily workouts and engaging mini-games. Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU brings the beloved vocaloid into the mix, offering a dedicated mode for her songs alongside regular tracks. Note that this game is exclusively playable with Joy-Con controllers.

The game includes difficulty settings, a free training mode, warm-ups, and tracking features with reminders, even when your Switch is in sleep mode. You can unlock various cosmetics by earning points. While I haven't explored the DLC yet, I found the base game more enjoyable than Fist of the North Star, though the main instructor's voice was a bit off-putting and required adjustment.

Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU successfully integrates Miku into the fitness genre, making it a great companion to other exercise routines like Ring Fit Adventure. -Mikhail Madnani

SwitchArcade Score: 4/5

Magical Delicacy ($24.99)

Magical Delicacy by sKaule and Whitethorn Games piqued my interest after seeing it on Xbox Game Pass. Playing it on the Switch, I found it charming but in need of further refinement. Combining Metroidvania exploration with cooking mechanics, the game excels in parts but struggles to fully merge the genres.

As Flora, a young witch, you cook and craft to aid the community, and the exploration aspect is well-executed despite occasional backtracking frustrations. The pixel art visuals and music are delightful, and the game offers numerous settings, including UI scale and text options, making it suitable for handheld play.

The Switch version runs smoothly, with good rumble feedback. Although Magical Delicacy shows promise, it feels slightly underdeveloped in inventory and backtracking elements. With some updates, it could become an essential title for fans of the genre. -Mikhail Madnani

SwitchArcade Score: 4/5

Aero The Acro-Bat 2 ($5.99)

During the 16-bit era, mascot platformers were all the rage, and Aero The Acro-Bat managed to secure a sequel. Aero The Acro-Bat 2 may not have been a blockbuster, but it's a solid follow-up that refines the original while maintaining its essence.

Sunsoft's efforts to present this reissue are commendable, featuring a tailored emulation wrapper with box and manual scans, achievements, a gallery, jukebox, and cheats. My only wish is that the SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive version had been included alongside the Super NES version.

Fans of the original will appreciate this sequel, and even those who found the first game quirky might enjoy the smoother experience here. Ratalaika's enhanced presentation raises hopes for future reissues in the series.

SwitchArcade Score: 3.5/5

Metro Quester | Osaka ($19.99)

Having thoroughly enjoyed the original Metro Quester, I eagerly anticipated Metro Quester | Osaka. This prequel set in Osaka expands on the original with new dungeons, character types, and mechanics, such as using a canoe to navigate water sections.

While it shares much of the original's framework—turn-based combat and top-down exploration—it offers enough new content to keep fans engaged. For newcomers, this game might be the better starting point, offering a fresh yet familiar experience.

Metro Quester | Osaka requires patience and strategic planning, rewarding those who invest time with a satisfying dungeon-crawling adventure.

SwitchArcade Score: 4/5

Select New Releases

NBA 2K25 ($59.99)

NBA 2K25 is here with promises of enhanced gameplay, a new Neighborhood feature, and updates to MyTEAM. If you're interested, be prepared to clear 53.3 GB on your memory card.

Shogun Showdown ($14.99)

For fans of Darkest Dungeon, Shogun Showdown offers a Japanese-inspired take on the genre, providing a fresh twist on familiar mechanics.

Aero The Acro-Bat 2 ($5.99)

As mentioned in the review, Aero The Acro-Bat 2 is a polished sequel to the original, featuring an upgraded emulation wrapper. Only the Super NES version is included, but it's a satisfying release for fans.

Sunsoft is Back! Retro Game Selection ($9.99)

Sunsoft's latest offering includes three unique Famicom titles—a side-scrolling action platformer, an adventure game, and an action-RPG. This collection is a great pick for fans of retro gaming.

Sales

(North American eShop, US Prices)

Today's sales offer exciting discounts, including the Cosmic Fantasy Collection at 40% off—a must for retro RPG enthusiasts. Also, Tinykin is at its lowest price yet, making it a tempting choice for platformer fans.

Select New Sales

• Zombie Army Trilogy ($8.74 from $34.99 until 9/12)
• Zombie Army 4: Dead War ($14.99 from $49.99 until 9/12)
• Wild Seas ($2.49 from $4.99 until 9/12)
• Chants of Sennaar ($14.99 from $19.99 until 9/13)
• The House of Da Vinci 3 ($4.99 from $9.99 until 9/13)
• Warhammer 40k: Boltgun ($15.39 from $21.99 until 9/13)
• Toziuha Night: Dracula’s Revenge ($1.99 from $4.99 until 9/16)
• Monkey Barrels ($7.49 from $14.99 until 9/19)
• Banchou Tactics ($15.99 from $19.99 until 9/19)
• Transiruby ($10.49 from $14.99 until 9/19)
• Picontier ($19.99 from $24.99 until 9/19)
• Kamiko ($1.99 from $4.99 until 9/19)
• Fairune Collection ($3.99 from $9.99 until 9/19)
• Alchemic Dungeons DX ($3.19 from $7.99 until 9/19)
• Ninja Smasher! ($6.39 from $7.99 until 9/19)
• Ninja Striker! ($1.99 from $3.99 until 9/19)

• Great Ambition of the Slimes ($9.59 from $11.99 until 9/19)
• Shinobi Non Grata ($11.99 from $14.99 until 9/19)
• Let’s Build a Zoo ($7.99 from $19.99 until 9/20)
• Owlboy ($8.74 from $24.99 until 9/20)
• Hakuoki: Wind & Blossom ($44.99 from $49.99 until 9/20)
• Omen of Sorrow ($7.99 from $19.99 until 9/20)
• Dungeonoid 2 Awakening ($4.49 from $8.99 until 9/20)
• The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt CE ($23.99 from $59.99 until 9/22)
• Knights of Grayfang ($10.49 from $14.99 until 9/26)
• Gale of Windoria ($7.49 from $14.99 until 9/26)
• Justice Chronicles ($7.49 from $14.99 until 9/26)
• Armed Emeth ($7.49 from $14.99 until 9/26)
• Jinshin ($10.49 from $14.99 until 9/26)
• Alphadia Genesis ($7.49 from $14.99 until 9/26)
• Grace of Letoile ($10.49 from $14.99 until 9/26)

• Tinykin ($6.24 from $24.99 until 9/26)
• Despot’s Game ($4.99 from $19.99 until 9/26)
• Cosmic Fantasy Collection ($29.99 from $49.99 until 9/26)
• Cosmic Fantasy ($15.90 from $26.50 until 9/26)
• Cosmic Fantasy 2 ($15.90 from $26.50 until 9/26)
• Spirittea ($15.99 from $19.99 until 9/26)
• Punch Club 2: Fast Forward ($9.99 from $19.99 until 9/26)
• Railway Empire 2 ($37.49 from $49.99 until 9/26)
• Lil’ Guardsman ($11.99 from $19.99 until 9/26)
• Potion Craft Alchemist Simulator ($11.99 from $19.99 until 9/26)
• Euphoria ($1.99 from $14.99 until 9/26)
• Of The Red, the Light, & Ayakashi ($25.06 from $50.13 until 9/26)
• Modern Combat Blackout ($1.99 from $7.99 until 9/26)
• The Friends of Ringo Ishikawa ($8.99 from $14.99 until 9/26)
• Arrest of a Stone Buddha ($8.99 from $14.99 until 9/26)
• Fading Afternoon ($16.99 from $19.99 until 9/26)
• Astor: Blade of the Monolith ($14.99 from $24.99 until 9/26)
• Tamarak Trail ($8.99 from $14.99 until 9/26)
• Rigid Force Redux ($3.99 from $19.99 until 9/26)
• Yaga ($6.24 from $24.99 until 9/26)
• Rabi-Ribi ($13.99 from $19.99 until 9/26)

Sales Ending This Weekend

• Dead in Vinland: True Viking ($2.79 from $27.99 until 9/7)
• Gunslugs ($4.79 from $7.99 until 9/7)
• Gunslugs 2 ($4.79 from $7.99 until 9/7)
• Heroes of Loot ($4.79 from $7.99 until 9/7)
• Heroes of Loot 2 ($5.99 from $9.99 until 9/7)
• Meganoid ($5.39 from $8.99 until 9/7)
• NOISZ re:||COLLECTION G ($19.99 from $24.99 until 9/7)
• Phoenotopia: Awakening ($6.99 from $19.99 until 9/7)
• Space Grunts ($8.39 from $13.99 until 9/7)
• Stardash ($5.99 from $9.99 until 9/7)
• Superhot ($9.99 from $24.99 until 9/7)
• Dormitory Love ($24.49 from $34.99 until 9/8)
• Dying Light: Definitive Edition ($9.99 from $49.99 until 9/8)
• Fur Squadron ($2.79 from $6.99 until 9/8)
• Tchia: Oleti Edition ($23.44 from $34.99 until 9/8)

This marks the end of the SwitchArcade Round-Up and my 11.5-year journey at TouchArcade. I'll continue to write at my blog, Post Game Content, and offer exclusive content on Patreon. You can also find me on BlueSky, and if you're looking to hire an experienced writer, I'm available for new challenges.

Thank you, TouchArcade readers, for being part of this incredible journey. Your support has meant the world to me. Wishing you all the best and, as always, thanks for reading.