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Challenging Metroidvania game Before I Go heading to Nintendo Switch

Posted on January 9, 2026 by (@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop

Before I Go

J’s Labratory has made it known that it’s set to bring Before I Go to Nintendo Switch. Currently, it’s planned for sometime in 2026.

Before I Go is described as a “challenging Metroidvania with intense platforming and unforgiving battle action.” In the game, you’ll explore a dreamlike fantasy world where you embody the innocence of an inner child on an allegorical odyssey towards death acceptance.

You can learn more about the game with the following overview:

The world is old and unwell. An ominous affliction has left every living soul weak, terrified and helpless before despair. But this paralyzing infestation has left the innocence of a young child untainted. Lost in limbo, an otherworldly journey awaits you. Find answers. Face your greatest fear. Confront reality.

Before I Go depicts a contemplative reflection on existence and the transitory nature of life. Lose yourself in this enigmatic tale. In adversity, find your way to deliverance and peace.

Before I Go is a challenging side-scrolling action-platformer that distils the classic genre to its most beloved aspects, fulfilling old-school platformer lovers as well as fresh mechanics enthusiasts.

Key Features

  • Explore a non-linear elaborate world, immerse yourself in a dreamlike universe.
  • Overcome meticulously crafted and intense platforming sections.
  • Withstand unforgiving parasitic abominations.
  • Assimilate powerful and dexterous abilities, sharpen your skills, perfect the promptness of your actions.
  • Master intuitive, responsive, and diligently tuned controls.

Continue on below to view the game’s official trailer.

Official Trailer

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