Nintendo’s Indie World Direct Impressions

As an aspiring young witch, you enroll at Witchbrook College to learn the craft (like the craft from the movie, The Craft). You'll attend classes and learn the ropes of Astrology, Demon Hunting, Alchemy, and more. To help pay your way through school, you can start your own business in the town of Mossport using the skills you learn in class. And of course, you'll have a chance to bond with classmates and maybe even find The One (not like The One from the movie, The One). This is a charming-looking cozy life sim full of magic, and it's coming early next year.

Winds of Viridia takes inspiration from The Legend of Zelda, but with a very Miyazaki aesthetic twist. You'll battle huge monsters and leap and swing your way around beautiful environments in this third-person action adventure game, and the best news of all is that a free demo is being made available on Nintendo Switch 2 today.

This adventure platformer is from the co-creator of Celeste, and from the gameplay shown, that's pretty obvious. You'll traverse an enormous city as you battle the evil Barons, making your way through all five of the city's sectors through a plethora of pathways.

Sword of the Sea has been out on other platforms for more than a year, but Nintendo Switch 2 fans are finally getting a piece of the surfing action. From the artist behind Journey and ABZU -- probably not a surprise if you're familiar with the look and vibe of those games -- Sword of the Sea sees you as the Wraith surfing across a vast landscape that undulates like water in a quest to find the sea.

Tenjutsu is a martial arts roguelite set in the neon streets of Kuroboro City. Players control Ten, a former yakuza returning home from prison. Threatened by her release, three powerful crime syndicates are determined to eliminate her. Master an intense martial arts combat system, and collect… teeth from your enemies to gain abilities you can carry over each run. Totally normal. Plus, you’ll have a variety of weapons to use in a constantly changing city. Get ready to play this in 2027!

Threads of Time is a turn-based JRPG that wears its Chrono Trigger inspiration on its sleeve. Travel through time with a fun party of characters as you uncover a sinister plot across multiple eras. I’m always ready for a romp through time, aren’t you?! This game puts a colorful spin on the 2.5D pixel art we’re used to, while offering strategic, turn-based battles with team combos! What’s not to love! You’ll be happy to know Threads of Time launches in summer 2027!

Kitsune: The Journey of Adashino is a 3D action-adventure game inspired by Japanese folklore. Follow a fox girl and her frog companion as they explore a mysterious, dark island lit by torii gates, food-stall lanterns, and neon signs. Explore the island while lighting shrines to unlock new areas.  Be careful, terrifying demons lurk in the shadows, and you’ll need to escape them quickly. Kitsune: The Journey of Adashino lights the way in spring 2027.

Petal Runner is a slice-of-life RPG that incorporates the amazing Game Boy Color-style graphics we all remember. You play as Cali and their fox companion, Kira, as they live their dream of delivering digital pets across the coastal city of Sapphire Valley on their motorcycle (That’s the dream, right?). Along the way, players can explore four distinct districts while meeting quirky characters. Plus, you’ll uncover a mysterious conspiracy surrounding the corporation that built their world. You can enjoy this game on March 8, 2027!

Plus, a demo is available today!