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Village in the Shade review for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Village in the Shade offers a unique blend of farming simulation and supernatural horror, setting itself apart from typical genre entries. While the core farming mechanics are solid and familiar, the game excels with its intriguing story, complex characters, and unsettling horror elements that emerge during nighttime excursions. Despite some pacing issues and forced tutorials, the game is a rewarding experience for those patient enough to uncover its secrets.
NIS’ Horror Farming Sim Village in the Shade Debuts in 2026
NIS America announced that its horror farming simulation game, Village in the Shade (known as Honogurashi no Niwa in Japan), will launch worldwide in Fall 2026 for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game features a dangerous nighttime cycle and a focus on community within a small Japanese town, similar to NIS's Yomawari series.
New NIS Games Include Witch and the Hundred Night, Gobble
Nippon Ichi Software announced several new and upcoming titles during their March 11, 2026 stream. These include a new entry in The Witch and the Hundred Knight series for Android and iOS, the original titles Gobble and Prinny Sugoroku for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC, and updates on other games like Curse Warrior and Yomawari 3. The company also revealed Nippon Ichi PC Games, a launcher for playing their titles on PC.
Gobble announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, new Nippon Ichi Software side-scrolling action game
Nippon Ichi Software has announced Gobble, a new side-scrolling action game for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, set to release in Japan on September 24, 2026. The game originated from Nippon Ichi Software's internal "Project Pitch Fest" initiative.