Top Horror Games Hitting Switch in 2023

Summary

• Abylight Studios is collaborating with Frictional Games to port SOMA, Amnesia: Rebirth, and Amnesia: The Bunker to Nintendo Switch in 2025.
• A physical edition of the existing Amnesia Collection for Nintendo Switch will also be released later this year.

Abylight Studios has joined forces with Frictional Games to bring three iconic horror titles, SOMA, Amnesia: Rebirth, and Amnesia: The Bunker, to the Nintendo Switch in 2025. Frictional Games, renowned for their work in the horror genre, has entrusted Abylight Studios with the task of porting these games, thereby extending the reach of these chilling experiences to Switch players.

Although Frictional Games is shifting its focus away from horror, their legacy in the genre remains strong, particularly through the Amnesia series and other standalone titles. Fans eager for more horror content on the Nintendo Switch can look forward to immersing themselves in the unique atmospheres and narratives of these acclaimed games.

Following successful negotiations, Abylight Studios and Frictional Games have agreed to release both digital and physical editions of SOMA, Amnesia: Rebirth, and Amnesia: The Bunker on the Nintendo Switch. SOMA delves into sci-fi themes, exploring artificial intelligence and the essence of humanity. Amnesia: Rebirth brings back the familiar gameplay that fans of the Amnesia series adore, while Amnesia: The Bunker offers a gripping survival experience set during World War 1. These titles will be available on the Nintendo Switch in both digital and physical formats in 2025.

Horror Games Coming to Nintendo Switch in 2025

• SOMA
• Amnesia: Rebirth
• Amnesia: The Bunker
• Amnesia Collection (Physical Edition)

In addition to the upcoming titles, Abylight Studios has announced that a physical edition of the Amnesia Collection for Nintendo Switch will be released later this year. The Amnesia Collection includes Amnesia: The Dark Descent, widely regarded as one of the greatest horror games ever made, and its follow-up, Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs, developed in collaboration with The Chinese Room. The anticipation among fans for more horror games on the Switch is palpable, though specific release dates for these ports have yet to be announced by either Abylight Studios or Frictional Games.

As the Switch continues to expand its horror game library, fans are also curious about the potential for more mature-rated titles on future Nintendo consoles. Keep an eye out for updates on the release dates of these Frictional Games titles on the Switch, along with other horror gaming news.