Gimmick 2 release date set for September, new trailer

Clear River Games, Sunsoft, and Bitwave Games just provided the release date for Gimmick 2. The title is slated for September 5, 2024 on Switch.

You might be surprised by just how quickly Gimmick 2 is launching. We only just found out about the project in June, and now it’s less than a month away.

New details have also been shared – get the full rundown in the following overview:

In Gimmick 2, you once again meet the green little yokai Yumetaro. Decades after his first adventure he now sets out on a new quest in a world packed with interesting challenges, dangerous enemies, and hidden treasures. The game can be played in either a friendlier assisted mode, or if you’re up for a challenge play in the true-to-the-original “Gimmick” mode!

As a yokai, Yumetaro has the ability to summon and throw a powerful star that not only bounces, but also keeps the momentum of his movement. The Star can be used to activate switches, defend against enemies and even be ridden to get to those hard-to-reach places while exploring the secrets of the world. You can discover treasure, find shortcuts or set speed records by mastering the star’s bouncing physics. Experiment with it to unlock its full potential. This is a game with true star power!

The composer David Wise hardly needs any introduction. In his work on the Gimmick 2 soundtrack, he has both written completely new melodies and remade old classics. The soundtrack was creatively directed by Pelle Cahndlerby and recorded live in Sweden together with Joel Bille.

The original Gimmick game was released for the Famicom in 1992. It was localized and released in the West – but only in Scandinavia. This, combined with the fact that the game’s physics and gameplay mechanics were far ahead of its time, made the game both fabled and beloved. With Gimmick 2, however, there is no longer any doubt: this is a game that the whole world should have the chance to experience.

Watch a new Gimmick 2 release date trailer below.

Release Date Trailer

Gimmick 2​ will initially land on the Switch eShop, but a physical release will follow. More coverage can be found here.