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Slugcat is jumping to new hardware. Rain World Anthology has been confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, bundling the base game with both of its major expansions into a single package for players who missed the ride the first time around.
What happened
Videocult and Akupara Games announced that Rain World Anthology is heading to Nintendo Switch 2, packing in the full survival-platformer experience along with its two expansions in one release. On top of the standard digital version, a collector’s edition is also in the works, and it’s the kind of physical package fans of the game will want to get their hands on: an art book, a Slugcat scarf, a keychain, and a special box to hold it all.
Why it matters
Rain World has built a cult following over the years thanks to its brutal ecosystem-driven survival gameplay, where every creature behaves like it’s living its own life instead of just waiting around to fight you. That reputation earned it a genuinely dedicated fanbase, but it’s also a game that’s notoriously demanding to run well, especially on handheld hardware. Bringing the full Anthology to Switch 2 means players finally get a portable version with the horsepower to actually do the game’s ecosystem simulation justice, instead of compromises. Bundling both expansions in from day one also means newcomers won’t have to hunt down separate DLC just to get the complete story.
What to expect
Details on pricing and an exact release date haven’t been confirmed yet, but the announcement makes clear the collector’s edition will be a limited, physical-only draw for fans who want more than just the cartridge. Given how niche and beloved Rain World’s merch already is in the community, expect that collector’s box to move fast once preorders open. Keep an eye on Akupara Games and Videocult’s official channels for the next update.
Rain World finding a real home on Switch 2 feels overdue rather than surprising. This is a game whose whole appeal is patience and observation, and that fits a handheld screen perfectly, as long as the hardware can keep up. If Switch 2’s extra power means fewer frame dips while you’re being hunted by a lizard, that’s a win worth waiting for.
FAQ
When does Rain World Anthology release on Switch 2? An exact release date hasn’t been announced yet; Videocult and Akupara Games have only confirmed the game is coming to the platform.
What’s included in the Rain World Anthology collector’s edition? It comes with an art book, a Slugcat scarf, a keychain, and a special collector’s box, alongside the full game and both expansions.
Does Rain World Anthology include the DLC expansions? Yes, the Anthology bundles the base game together with both of its major expansions in one package.
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