Hardcore platformer Battle Kid: Fortress of Peril launching on Switch this month

Battle Kid: Fortress of Peril was originally released way back in 2010, and it’s now making the jump to Switch all of these years later.

The hardcore platformer was made with the NES in mind. In fact, it previously received a cartridge release for the old Nintendo console. The Switch version appears to be a straightforward port.

Here’s an official overview with more details:

After having uncovered a devious plot to build a super-secret Supermech on your island, you head to an ancient high-tech fortress in an effort to prevent this weapon from being completed.

Navigate through the various sectors of the fortress and battle its denizens while avoiding its many dangers in this authentic 8-bit retro gem!

Along the way, you will uncover items that will allow progress to new locations of the fortress and grant you new abilities.

Do you have what it takes to overcome the perils that lie ahead–or is the island doomed?

– Blast through over 550 action-packed rooms
– Battle more than 30 enemy types and 8 bosses
– Dive into authentic retro gameplay
– Feast your eyes on 8-Bit Legit graphics loyal to the cartridge-gaming era
– For Fans of Retro and Classic Platforming Shooters
– 5 difficulty settings along with a password system

Have a look at a trailer for Battle Kid: Fortress of Peril below.

The game will be sold digitally for Switch via the eShop. It’ll set you back $9.99.