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Puppergeist launch trailer – rhythm and visual novel hybrid on Nintendo Switch
Puppergeist, a rhythm and visual novel hybrid, has launched on Nintendo Switch with a new trailer. Players control Claire, a witch searching for her lost pup in the Doggie Underworld, using rhythm mechanics to interact with spirits and progress the story. The game is published by Serenity Forge.
Puppergeist Takes A Very Good Dog Into The Afterlife
Puppergeist, a rhythm visual novel developed and published by Serenity Forge, is now available for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The game follows a young witch named Claire who travels to the Doggie Underworld to find her lost pup, encountering dog spirits and engaging in rhythm-based mini-games.
Nintendo Download – August 20, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has released its latest European download list for the week of August 20, 2026, featuring a variety of new titles for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. Notable releases include 'The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition' and 'Wobbly Life' for Switch 2, alongside numerous indie titles for the current generation Switch.
Puppergeist announced for Nintendo Switch [update: new release date]
Serenity Forge has announced that the rhythm visual novel Puppergeist will be released on Nintendo Switch on August 20 for $4.99. The game follows Claire, a witch who journeys into the Doggie Underworld to find her lost pup by connecting with dog spirits and engaging in rhythm challenges.
Coming Out in gaming this week — July 13, 2026
This week's gaming releases include a variety of titles across multiple platforms, such as Ascend to ZERO, The Alters: Last Variable, D-topia, and Denshattack!. Several games are launching in Early Access, including Funnel Runners and Colonies of The Remnant, while Go-Go Town! receives its 1.0 release.
10 gorgeous indies to check out in July 2026
This article highlights ten indie games scheduled for release in July 2026 across PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The featured titles span various genres including literary experiences, supernatural life-sims, time-bending roguelikes, puzzle adventures, 3D platformers, rhythm visual novels, sci-fi deckbuilders, action RPGs, and cozy plant shop simulations.
Release Dates/Windows
Several games have announced release dates or windows. Blue Ridge Hunting released a trailer during Summer Game Fest 2026, Gacha Capsule Shop Simulator - Akihabara will launch in Early Access on June 8, and Puppergeist has also had its release date announced.
Puppergeist Launches July 16, Bringing Rhythm Visual Novel Adventure to Switch, Xbox, and PC
Serenity Forge announced that Puppergeist, a rhythm visual novel adventure, will launch on July 16, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC. The game follows a young witch named Claire on a journey through the Doggie Underworld to find her lost dog, featuring rhythm-based storytelling and music from various guest creators.