The weekend is well and truly here, what should we be playing? It’s time to reveal the latest Nintendo Switch eShop offerings. This week’s highlight is Europa, a 3D action-platformer set on one of Jupiter’s moons. The game was first shown off during a Nintendo’s indie directs earlier this year. The lovely visuals are reminiscent of the likes of Wind Waker, with lush trees that depict a painted landscape. There’s even a neat demo available if you want to try it first.

In other news, there are many competitions to tempt you this week, from Pikmin-themed sweepstakes to Halloween hauntings. Good luck to entrants!

If you’re a LEGO fan – or a Horizon fan – you may be interested to learn that pre-orders are now open for the crossover event known as LEGO Horizon Adventures. The game releases November 14.

Apart from all of that, there are sales to contemplate, along with a long list of new titles to tempt your digitsl wallet. Let us know which games you pick up this weekend.

Pre-orders

  • LEGO Horizon Adventures – Explore a LEGO world inspired by the events of Horizon – teeming with lush forests and tall mountains, and where colossal beast-like machines roam – all vibrantly recreated with LEGO elements. Join machine hunter Aloy as she leads a colorful crew of heroes on a quest to save the world and learn the secrets of her past. Dive into boundless adventure, customize your home and characters to your heart’s content and take on action-packed battles solo or with a friend locally and online. LEGO Horizon Adventures launches on the Nintendo Switch system Nov. 14. Pre-order today on Nintendo eShop to receive Aloy’s Shield-Weaver outfit when the game launches!

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  • Europa – In this 3D action-platformer, an android named Zee sets out in search of answers behind the mystery of a fallen civilization on the moon Europa. Use Zee’s Zephyr jetpack to glide, fly and boost across breath-taking landscapes full of lakes, meadows and mountains. Solve puzzles and navigate hidden dangers amongst the ruins as you discover the story of the last human alive. Europa releases on Nintendo Switch Oct. 11. A free demo is available now on Nintendo eShop.

Activities

  • My Nintendo Pikmin Kura Sushi Sweepstakes – Enter the My Nintendo Pikmin Kura Sushi Sweepstakes for a chance to win $600 in gift certificates to Kura Revolving Sushi Bar USA. My Nintendo members can redeem 10 My Nintendo Platinum Points to enter at my.nintendo.com, with up to five entries total. You can enter from now until Oct. 31 at 11 p.m. PT! For more information, check out https://my.nintendo.com/news/27708b0f3bd0dd64.
  • Last Chance to Enter the My Nintendo GameTruck Party Fall 2024 Sweepstakes – Final call! Enter by Oct. 15 at 11 p.m. PT for a chance to win a two-hour video game party for up to 15 guests. My Nintendo members can redeem 10 Platinum Points to enter at my.nintendo.com, with up to three entries total. For more information, check out https://my.nintendo.com/rewards/4beb02070b64ed4d.
  • No Tricks, All Treats – From cozy delights to howling frights, discover spooky fun with Nintendo Switch games, Halloween merch, in-game events happening in October and more from Nintendo! For more information, check out this page: https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/games/october-seasonal/.

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