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Earthion (NSW)
Earthion brings legendary 16-bit shoot 'em up action to Nintendo Switch with an original soundtrack by Yuzo Koshiro and classic arcade gameplay.
- 8 intense stages with unique enemies, environments and epic boss battles
- Original soundtrack with 27 tracks composed by Yuzo Koshiro
- Multiple difficulty modes, challenge mode and online leaderboards
- Authentic retro experience with configurable scanlines and CRT emulation
- Physical Nintendo Switch cartridge version
A new legend rises from the golden age of arcade shooters
Experience the triumphant return of Ancient Corporation and legendary composer Yuzo Koshiro as they deliver an electrifying shoot 'em up that pushes 16-bit design to its absolute limits. Earthion isn't just a love letter to classic arcade action—it's a masterfully crafted shooter that honors the genre's heritage while bringing modern polish to your Nintendo Switch.
Intense Arcade Action Meets Modern Features
Prepare for an adrenaline-fueled journey through eight meticulously designed stages, each packed with challenging enemies, stunning environments, and massive boss encounters that will test your skills. Whether you're a casual player or a seasoned ace, Earthion offers multiple difficulty settings to match your playstyle. Master the game on Hotshot difficulty, tackle the unforgiving Challenge mode, and compete against players worldwide on the online leaderboards. The level password system ensures you can continue your mission exactly where you left off.
Legendary Soundtrack by Yuzo Koshiro
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable audio experience crafted by one of gaming's most celebrated composers. Yuzo Koshiro has created 27 original tracks exclusively for Earthion, delivering a soundscape that captures the essence of 16-bit era classics while offering fresh, dynamic compositions. The included Music Player Mode lets you enjoy the entire soundtrack at your leisure, and the countless sound effects add incredible depth to every explosive moment.
Authentic Retro Gaming on Modern Hardware
Developed natively for classic 16-bit hardware and expertly ported to Nintendo Switch, Earthion gives you the best of both worlds. Customize your visual experience with configurable scanline settings and display options that recreate the authentic CRT monitor look on your modern screen. It's retro gaming exactly as you remember it—or as you've always wanted to experience it.
The Details at a Glance
- 8 Stages of arcade action with unique environments, enemies and bosses
- Music and sound by Yuzo Koshiro
- Original Tracks and countless sound effects
- Multiple difficulties and challenge mode
- Online Leaderboards
- Configurable scanlines and display settings for CRT emulation
- Level Password System
- Music Player Mode
About Ancient Corporation
Ancient Corporation is a Tokyo-based development studio founded by renowned game music composer Yuzo Koshiro. With over 35 years of experience in game development, Ancient has become a pioneer of 2D action experiences, having produced beloved classic titles such as Streets of Rage 2, Sonic the Hedgehog on Game Gear, and more. Earthion represents Ancient's first 2D shooter game, and its first Mega Drive title since Beyond Oasis, released back in 1995.
- System
- Nintendo Switch
- Game Format
- Cartridge
- Game Type
- Shoot 'em up
- for brand
- Nintendo
- WEEE
- 23582226
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