Risen officially confirmed for Switch

THQ Nordic has made it official that Risen is seeing release on Switch. The title is due out on January 24, 2023.

A port was essentially leaked by a USK rating earlier this year. THQ Nordic and developer Piranha Bytes are now bringing back the game, a fantasy-based action RPG, that first launched in 2009.

For those that missed the news last month, here’s a bit of information about the game: 

The volcanic island of Faranga is being terrorized by monstrous creatures. Wield sword, staff and over 20 spells to defend the land and shape its ultimate fate, with no loading screens for a seamless open world RPG adventure.

Key Features

• Port of the cult RPG with full gamepad controls and reworked UI
• Open world action RPG where every action has consequences
• Divided into 4 chapters, letting you decide which side you will join
• Over 20 different spells to choose from, cast either through scrolls or runes
• Fully seamless world streaming support – No loading screens
• With each level, your character will learn and improve their skills
• Countless side quests and creatures to discover
• Over 60 hours of immersive open world gameplay

A trailer announcing the port of Risen for Switch and other platforms can be found below.

Source: THQ Nordic PR