1993 platformer Tinhead returns on Switch next week

Original (10/8): QUByte Interactive has been bringing back a number of niche classics on Switch as of late, and the pattern continues with Tinhead. A listing for the game has appeared on the eShop. According to the store page, it will be available next week.

Tinhead was originally made by MicroProse UK in 1993. The action adventure platformer, which involves a mission to save the stars from Grim Squidge, originally debuted on the SEGA Genesis.

Here’s a full overview with some additional information:

Tinhead is an action/adventure platformer which put the player in control of Tinhead as he embarks in a journey to save the stars from the evil Grim Squidge.

Leap, slide, hop, fly and shoot your way through wacky worlds and super-tricky challenging levels as you guide Tinhead to free the stars. Take on pesky spinning Krystals, relentless flying Saw-Sirs and hordes of mega-tough bosses.

Who will save the stars before it’s too late? Tinhead, Defender of the Edge of the Galaxy, of course!

Game Features

– 4 tin-tillating worlds with
– 24 super challenging levels
– Unique pause-and-scroll to see the action off-screen
– 3-way shooting power to blast the baddies
– Dozens of power-ups and hidden bonus areas

Tinhead is due out digitally for Switch on October 13. It’ll set you back $4.99.

Source: Switch eShop

Update (10/10): We have a new trailer for the Switch version below.