Shadow of the Orient, a pixel art action platformer, slated for Nintendo Switch
Dolores Entertainment is teaming up with Spacelab Games to bring Shadow of the Orient to Nintendo Switch, the two companies announced today. The game arrives as a digital download on March 27, 2025.
Previously released on PC, Shadow of the Orient is a pixel-art action platformer. You’ll take on the role of the young warrior Xiaolang as you venture across the orient fighting hordes of samurai and mythical creatures in an attempt to rescue the kidnapped children of the orient and face off against the dark lord.
Learn more in the following overview:
After 200 years, the dark shadow has returned, wreaking havoc across the orient. Only Xiaolang, a brave warrior who possesses the elemental power of fire, has the strength to take on the shadow clan, rescue the children of the orient and restore peace to the people of the east. But, the dark shadow is stronger than ever and Xiaolang has not had to fight for two centuries. Is he up to the task? Are you? Embark upon a perilous quest full of dangerous enemies, deadly traps and hidden secrets to hunt down the shadow and restore peace to the people of the orient in Shadow of the Orient.
Shadow of the Orient offers tons of fun combat action, challenging environments, epic boss fights, beautiful pixel art and a catchy musical score.
Key Features
- Beautiful pixel art style
- 15 handcrafted adventure levels
- 5 time-based levels (Challenge mode)
- 3 “End of Act” bosses
- Challenging gameplay with dynamic enemy AI
- Melee and Ranged combat system with their specific weapons
- Game Shop items for hero upgrades
- Game achievements
- Original soundtrack by Genatari
Leonardo Nanfara, founder at Spacelab Games, said today: “My goal with Shadow of the Orient was to create a fun and compelling gameplay experience that hearken back to the 16-bit retro games I grew up with…one of the best eras of gaming in my opinion.”
Find a trailer for the game below.
Consoles Trailer
Shadow of the Orient will be available for $9.99 with a 20 percent launch discount during the first two weeks. Head on over here for more Nintendo Switch news.
