The Nintendo Switch continues to thrive in 2024, dispelling any rumors regarding its decline. This year has been marked by an impressive array of exceptional titles, ranging from masterful remakes to innovative new concepts. Among these, one game has risen above the rest to claim the prestigious title of Siliconera’s Switch Game of the Year for 2024.
The following awards reflect the collective opinion of the Siliconera team, considering multiplatform titles based on the platform that garnered the most support from our staff.
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door
This remake of the beloved GameCube classic has reintroduced the brilliance of the Paper Mario series to a new audience. Renowned for its charming characters and intricate gameplay mechanics, it captures the essence of what makes this role-playing game a timeless favorite. It has been meticulously revived to deliver a nostalgic experience that resonates with players, earning a remarkable score of 10/10.
Unicorn Overlord
A spiritual successor to Ogre Battle, Vanillaware’s Unicorn Overlord presents players with a richly detailed world and captivating combat, all wrapped in the signature art style that fans adore. Historically, the developer has been reluctant to create sequels, leading us to wonder what they might achieve if they decided to expand upon this project. Regardless of the future, it’s refreshing to see a game of this caliber return to the spotlight.
Winner: The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
After much anticipation, Nintendo finally delivers a Zelda game that features Princess Zelda herself in a significant role. Echoes of Wisdom, developed by Grezzo as a follow-up to the acclaimed remake of Link’s Awakening, may not offer the vast expanses of a traditional 3D adventure, but it excels as an engaging puzzle box packed with numerous challenges and gameplay elements. Congratulations to the team behind Echoes of Wisdom on this well-deserved recognition!
What about you? Which title would you nominate as your Switch Game of the Year for 2024? We invite you to share your thoughts in the comments below!
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