The Monument Valley series, and its captivating puzzle-adventure experience, is at last making its way to the Nintendo Switch. This is a big step for the series, which initially debuted on mobile back in 2014. Monument Valley and Monument Valley 2, the initial two games in the series, will be available on the Switch starting April 15, 2025. Both titles will include all other additional chapters, add-ons, and DLC that have been released so far, providing players with an immersive experience.
Monument Valley 3, the third game in the series, will be next summer. The game initially released on mobile via Netflix Games in December 2024 and will now be available on additional platforms, such as the Switch, PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, and PC. Monument Valley 3 introduces new mechanics, such as dynamic sailing, where players can sail across vast open-ended spaces on serene seas. The game follows Noor, a young trainee lightkeeper, as she navigates through impossible monuments and shifting environments in order to locate the Sacred Light and save her hometown.
The Monument Valley series is renowned for its groundbreaking combination of optical illusions, stunning visuals, and contemplative gameplay. The characters are guided through apparently impossible landscapes by transforming monuments into pathways ahead. The series is renowned for being a trailblazer at puzzle-solving as well as in its visually breathtaking worlds inspired by modern design and global architecture.
The porting of the Monument Valley series to the Switch is facilitated by the foundation laid by Ustwo Games, the creators of the series. In 2022, the studio released the first two Monument Valley games on PC, which would have made porting them to the Switch simpler. The Switch launch will give a new platform to players to experience these highly ranked games, providing a second opportunity for people who may have skipped them on mobile.
For many players, the Switch release of Monument Valley 3 will be their initial chance to experience the game without needing to pay for Netflix. The increasing cost of Netflix subscriptions has priced out some gamers on playing the game through the service, so the independent Switch release will be a welcome option.
The launch of Monument Valley’s arrival on the Switch was just one of several announcements in a broader Nintendo Direct highlight reel of some of the Switch’s future games. A few other intriguing games that were highlighted include Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Rhythm Heaven Groove, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. New features were also announced during the presentation, such as Virtual Game Cards, which make it easier to manage digital games, and a new smart-device application, Nintendo Today! that offers news and videos of Nintendo games.
Overall, the Monument Valley series on Switch is a big step for puzzle-adventure game fans, offering a unique and immersive experience with gorgeous visuals and challenging puzzles.
