Moonlighter will launch for the Nintendo Switch on November 5
11 Bit Studios announced today that Moonlighter, the action RPG from developer Digital Sun, is scheduled to be released for the Nintendo Switch on November 5. The game will see both a physical and digital release for the platform. Speaking of which, the physical version of the PlayStation 4 release will also launch on the same day.
Here is a quick rundown of Moonlighter for those unfamiliar:
During an archeological excavation – a set of Gates were discovered. People quickly realized that these ancient passages lead to different realms and dimensions. Rynoka, a small commercial village, was found near the excavation site – providing brave and reckless adventurers with treasures beyond measure.
Moonlighter is an action RPG with rogue-lite elements that demonstrates two sides of the coin – revealing everyday routines of Will, an adventurous shopkeeper that secretly dreams of becoming a hero.
Features
Shopkeeping: While conducting your business in Rynoka village, you can put items on sale, set their price carefully, manage gold reserves, recruit assistants and upgrade the shop. Be careful though – some shady individuals may want to steal your precious wares!
Fight with Style: Defeat various enemies and bosses, and revel in challenging and deep combat mechanics. Masterful control of your weapons, critical timing, careful positioning, and an understanding of your enemies and environment are crucial to your survival. How you battle your enemies is up to you.
Meet Villagers: Get to know your neighbors as you restore the prosperity of this small commercial hamlet. Help establish new businesses and watch them grow in the idyllic community of Rynoka.
Craft & Enchant: Understanding the crafting and enchanting system is essential for your progression. Interact with the villagers to craft new armor and weapons, and enchant existing equipment. This creates a great deal of flexibility and spices up the way equipment is used.
Get the Loot: Access strange worlds through otherworldly gates and collect valuable items from exotic civilizations: resources, weapons, armors and peculiar artifacts. Hoarding everything won't be possible - use the unique inventory system wisely to take the most profitable loot with you.
Open the Gates: Gates lead to different worlds. Each run is unique and forces you to make smart and calculated decisions. You never know what you will encounter next – that’s why you must be prepared for everything.
Watch the release date announcement trailer for the Nintendo Switch version below:
Moonlighter was originally brought to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on May 29. For more information, be sure to read our very positive review of the PS4 version!