New Co-Op Platformer Orbitals Brings Retro Anime Style to Switch 2
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Critics are praising the new Nintendo Switch 2 co-op platformer Orbitals for its nineties anime aesthetic and engaging cooperative puzzle design.
As reported by Game Rant, the new co-op platformer Orbitals is making waves on the Nintendo Switch 2, pulling in strong critical scores ahead of its September launch. Developed by Shapefarm and published by Kepler Interactive, the game is the brainchild of former Hazelight developer Jakob Lundgren, whose previous work includes acclaimed co-op hits like It Takes Two and Split Fiction. Orbitals puts players in control of Maki and Omura for a third-person asymmetrical puzzle adventure that requires close teamwork to navigate environmental challenges.
Review aggregate sites currently place the game at an 84 on OpenCritic and an 81 on Metacritic, with 95 percent of critics recommending the title. Reviewers have particularly praised the distinct nineties anime art style, which gives the co-op experience the feel of a classic Saturday morning cartoon. While some critics note that the puzzle design and overall runtime do not quite reach the towering heights of Game of the Year winner It Takes Two, the general consensus is that the charming presentation and solid cooperative mechanics make it a worthy addition to the platform.
For players looking for their next shared gaming session, accessibility is a major win here. The title supports local co-op, online play, and GameShare functionality, meaning only one player needs to own a copy for friends to jump in together. Priced at $39.99 digitally and $49.99 for physical copies and the digital deluxe edition, Orbitals is shaping up to be an easy recommendation for co-op fans picking up Nintendo's latest hardware.
Tags: Nintendo Switch 2, Co-Op, Platformer, Indie Games
Original article: Game Rant