Summary
The popularBread & Fredwill be released for the Nintendo Switch on May 23.Bread & Fredis a viral co-op game in which players control two adorable penguins trying to climb a mountain, andSwitchplayers will soon be able to try it out with their friends.
Bread & Fredwas originally released for PC last year, and it quickly became a huge hit. Developed by Sand Castles Studio and published by Apogee Entertainment, thelocal co-op Steam gamewent viral on TikTok, where several content creators played it with their friends. The spotlight helpedBread & Fredto attract a wide audience, and the game currently stands with Very Positive reviews on Steam, as 87% of the players seem to enjoy it.
Now, the developers ofBread & Fredhave announced that theco-op indie gamewill be coming to Switch on May 23. This is a special date for the game, as it marks the first anniversary of the title’s release on Steam. The port will be essentially the same game as the Steam version, with no major additions.
InBread & Fred, players should test their skills working together as they control a couple of penguins that try to climb a mountain. It’s a hard game that requires precision with every jump, as a rope connects the penguins, and both players need to coordinate their movements to make progress. Most of the mechanics inBread & Fredrequire precisely timed jumps, and swinging each penguin with skill to avoid falling while reaching higher places.Bread & Fredalso comes with a single-player mode for people who don’t want a social experience and a speedrunning mode for folks who wish to try their skills after beating the game.
The release ofBread & Fredfor the Nintendo Switch feels natural, considering how many popular indie games make their way onto the platform. TheNintendo Switch has several excellent co-op gameslikeOvercooked,Super Mario Bros. Wonder,It Takes Two, andUnravel Two, andBread & Fredwill be another fine choice for gamers who like to play with friends.
Bread & Fredis just the latest of several Switch ports to be announced recently. Earlier this week, Bandai Namco revealed thatOne Piece Odysseyis coming for the Switch, and it’ll be released on July 26. The port will be the Deluxe Edition of theOne Piecegame, coming together with the DLC and exclusive content like new City of Water outfits.
Nintendo Switch
The Nintendo Switch is a hybrid portable and home console that aims to be the only gaming system anyone needs. The hybrid controller is an undisputed success because it provides a high degree of portable visual quality and converts easily into a home console.
