Roguelike RPG Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island for Nintendo Switch Gets Free Content Update with Sacred Tree Dungeons, Dojo Challenge, More
Roguelike RPG Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island for Nintendo Switch™ Gets Free Content Update with Sacred Tree Dungeons, Dojo Challenge, More
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (April 29, 2024) - Spike Chunsoft, Inc. today announced a free content update for the Roguelike RPG Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island for Nintendo Switch™. This update is available now and includes new Sacred Tree Dungeons, a Dojo Challenge, and more.
Free Content Update with New Features Added
1. Challenging New Sacred Tree Dungeons
The Sacred Tree, located in the starting town of Shukuba Beach, holds difficult dungeons with special rules. Select from different modes for a more challenging adventure.
Different Modes Available
*There is also a mysterious sixth mode.
2. Play using "Kokatsu Shiren"
The Kokatsu Shiren form from the main game can now be selected as a playable character in the Sacred Tree trials. Previously, Kokatsu Shiren could only be used in the Cavern of Suiryu dungeon, but will now also be available in other dungeons.
Kokatsu Shiren Form
Kokatsu and Shiren combine into a new form with new skills. While unable to equip anything, Kokatsu Shiren can unleash special attacks by expending Fullness.
*The Kokatsu Shiren form can be used in the Sacred Tree trials only after clearing the Cavern of Suiryu dungeon.
3. Dojo Challenge Mode
Dojo Challenge Mode has been added to the Monster Dojo. Enjoy mini-stages where you can learn the characteristics of each monster.
*Dojo Challenge Mode can be played after clearing Serpentcoil Island in the main story, and after the Monster Dojo becomes available.
4. Expanded Storehouse
The capacity of the Item Holder Storehouse, where you can deposit items and weapons found in the dungeon, will expand from 180 items to 960 items.
5. Balance Adjustments and Other Improvements Added
Second Content Update Coming Soon
A second update is in development, targeting a Summer 2024 release. This update will introduce even more new content and functional improvements. Stay tuned for further announcements regarding release and content details.
Follow Spike Chunsoft on social media for details. *Content subject to change.
Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island physical and digital versions are available now for Nintendo Switch in North America and Europe.
Digital Version
Nintendo eShop: https://www.Nintendo.com/us/store/products/shiren-the-wanderer-the-mystery-dungeon-of-serpentcoil-island-switch/
Physical Version
As a first-run bonus, a 2.75” x 3” sticker featuring the protagonist Shiren and the game's traditional Japanese art style will be included with the game.
Physical version published in European regions by Reef Entertainment.
About Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island
After receiving a vision of a mysterious girl held captive by a terrible monster, Shiren and Koppa make their way to Serpentcoil Island—a distant isle rumored to be the lost stronghold of treasure-hoarding pirates.
To brave the many dangers that await them, Shiren and Koppa must traverse complex dungeons filled with hostile monsters, hidden traps, and useful items. All the gear and experience Shiren accumulates will be lost if he collapses during exploration, so beware of rushing in unprepared! Rescue the mysterious girl and uncover the mystery that clouds Serpentcoil Island.
The forthcoming release for Nintendo Switch marks the series' latest mainline entry to come to the West since Shiren the Wanderer: The Tower of Fortune and the Dice of Fate was released on PlayStation®Vita in 2016 and then on Nintendo Switch in 2020. While preserving the traditional gameplay, this installment introduces new elements and 3D graphics to create a fresh and exciting adventure.
About the Shiren the Wanderer Series
Shiren the Wanderer series of roguelike RPG games began with the 1995 release of Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer for the Super Famicom in Japan. Players venture into a "Mystery Dungeon" that changes each time they enter. To succeed, they need to rely on their wits, experience, and creative thinking to overcome monsters, avoid perilous traps, and conquer the dungeon. Players who run out of energy during their journey will lose all of their possessions including items, money, and gear, and must start again at level one. Players will experience a thrilling and tense adventure with unexpected events and risks that cannot be redone.
Game Specifications
Title Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island
Release Date February 27, 2024
Platform Nintendo Switch
MSRP $59.99
Players 1
Genre Roguelike RPG
Language English
Website https://www.spike-chunsoft.co.jp/shiren6/en/
ESRB Everyone 10+
Developer Spike Chunsoft, Co., Ltd.
Copyright ©Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Licensed to and Published by Spike Chunsoft, Inc.
Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo. All trademarks, service marks, product names and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Information provided is accurate as of the date of announcement and is subject to change without notice.
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (April 29, 2024) - Spike Chunsoft, Inc. today announced a free content update for the Roguelike RPG Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island for Nintendo Switch™. This update is available now and includes new Sacred Tree Dungeons, a Dojo Challenge, and more.
Free Content Update with New Features Added
1. Challenging New Sacred Tree Dungeons
The Sacred Tree, located in the starting town of Shukuba Beach, holds difficult dungeons with special rules. Select from different modes for a more challenging adventure.
Different Modes Available
- Normal Trial: Replay the dungeons of the main game with the same rules while also being able to change your playable character. For dungeons that had a boss battle at the end, you can now challenge them again.
- Time Trial: Race to the finish and strive to complete the dungeon in as little time as possible.
- Turn Trial: Master efficiency by completing the dungeon in as few turns as possible.
- Countdown Trial: Aim to complete the dungeon with a time limit on every turn and the dungeon as a whole.
- Challenge Trial: Set your own personal restrictions to truly challenge yourself, such as completing the dungeon without using certain items or collapsing.
*There is also a mysterious sixth mode.
2. Play using "Kokatsu Shiren"
The Kokatsu Shiren form from the main game can now be selected as a playable character in the Sacred Tree trials. Previously, Kokatsu Shiren could only be used in the Cavern of Suiryu dungeon, but will now also be available in other dungeons.
Kokatsu Shiren Form
Kokatsu and Shiren combine into a new form with new skills. While unable to equip anything, Kokatsu Shiren can unleash special attacks by expending Fullness.
*The Kokatsu Shiren form can be used in the Sacred Tree trials only after clearing the Cavern of Suiryu dungeon.
3. Dojo Challenge Mode
Dojo Challenge Mode has been added to the Monster Dojo. Enjoy mini-stages where you can learn the characteristics of each monster.
*Dojo Challenge Mode can be played after clearing Serpentcoil Island in the main story, and after the Monster Dojo becomes available.
4. Expanded Storehouse
The capacity of the Item Holder Storehouse, where you can deposit items and weapons found in the dungeon, will expand from 180 items to 960 items.
5. Balance Adjustments and Other Improvements Added
Second Content Update Coming Soon
A second update is in development, targeting a Summer 2024 release. This update will introduce even more new content and functional improvements. Stay tuned for further announcements regarding release and content details.
Follow Spike Chunsoft on social media for details. *Content subject to change.
Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island physical and digital versions are available now for Nintendo Switch in North America and Europe.
Digital Version
Nintendo eShop: https://www.Nintendo.com/us/store/products/shiren-the-wanderer-the-mystery-dungeon-of-serpentcoil-island-switch/
Physical Version
As a first-run bonus, a 2.75” x 3” sticker featuring the protagonist Shiren and the game's traditional Japanese art style will be included with the game.
Physical version published in European regions by Reef Entertainment.
About Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island
After receiving a vision of a mysterious girl held captive by a terrible monster, Shiren and Koppa make their way to Serpentcoil Island—a distant isle rumored to be the lost stronghold of treasure-hoarding pirates.
To brave the many dangers that await them, Shiren and Koppa must traverse complex dungeons filled with hostile monsters, hidden traps, and useful items. All the gear and experience Shiren accumulates will be lost if he collapses during exploration, so beware of rushing in unprepared! Rescue the mysterious girl and uncover the mystery that clouds Serpentcoil Island.
The forthcoming release for Nintendo Switch marks the series' latest mainline entry to come to the West since Shiren the Wanderer: The Tower of Fortune and the Dice of Fate was released on PlayStation®Vita in 2016 and then on Nintendo Switch in 2020. While preserving the traditional gameplay, this installment introduces new elements and 3D graphics to create a fresh and exciting adventure.
About the Shiren the Wanderer Series
Shiren the Wanderer series of roguelike RPG games began with the 1995 release of Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer for the Super Famicom in Japan. Players venture into a "Mystery Dungeon" that changes each time they enter. To succeed, they need to rely on their wits, experience, and creative thinking to overcome monsters, avoid perilous traps, and conquer the dungeon. Players who run out of energy during their journey will lose all of their possessions including items, money, and gear, and must start again at level one. Players will experience a thrilling and tense adventure with unexpected events and risks that cannot be redone.
Game Specifications
Title Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island
Release Date February 27, 2024
Platform Nintendo Switch
MSRP $59.99
Players 1
Genre Roguelike RPG
Language English
Website https://www.spike-chunsoft.co.jp/shiren6/en/
ESRB Everyone 10+
Developer Spike Chunsoft, Co., Ltd.
Copyright ©Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Licensed to and Published by Spike Chunsoft, Inc.
Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo. All trademarks, service marks, product names and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Information provided is accurate as of the date of announcement and is subject to change without notice.
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