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Switch 2 Games are Here!

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The Nintendo Switch 2 has been released, and Davenport Public Library now has games for it! The following titles are on the shelf and ready for checkout.

Donkey Kong Bananza
Join DK and his companion, Pauline, as they delve deep underground—and discover that this subterranean world is a lot more than it seems on the surface. Uncover a variety of environments such as arid canyons, lush forests, and frigid tundra as you peel back the world’s layers! Pauline is a talented young singer looking to find her way back to the surface—and her singing can empower Donkey Kong with Bananza Transformations! Each transformation has its own signature strengths: you can smash through the toughest obstacles with the raw strength of Kong form, gallop with incredible speed as a Zebra, and more. Smash your way to the Planet Core before the greedy Void Company gets there first!

Guardians of Azuma
The classic action-RPG and life-simulation gameplay beloved by Rune Factory fans across the globe is boldly reimagined in Guardians of Azuma. This all-new adventure takes place in the never-before-seen eastern country of Azuma where you will assume the Earth Dancer powers and fight against the corruption spreading throughout Azuma to bring hope back to this once-prosperous land. Choose from one of two protagonists whose destinies are intertwined by mysterious forces. Use sacred treasures to fight against the Blight’s many forms to restore the people, and even gods, to their natural glory. Take farming further, rebuilding entire villages and cultivating new allies and resources along the way. Explore seasonal-themed villages heavily inspired by traditional Japanese culture, each with brand-new festivals and revamped fan-favorites, as well as charming romance candidates.

Sonic x Shadow Generations
Past meets present in SONIC GENERATIONS! Modern and Classic Sonic team up to defeat Dr. Eggman and the Time Eater to restore their timeline to normal! Spin dash through a greatest-hits collection of 3D and 2D versions of iconic stages from past Sonic games, now with updated visuals and reworked cinematics. In this new standalone campaign, Black Doom has reemerged and threatens to take over the world. Shadow must journey into his past, confront his memories, and unlock new dark powers to save the world. Harness Shadow’s new Doom Powers to battle hordes of enemies and tackle platforming challenges like never before. Surf on water, fly over obstacles, and stop time with the return of Chaos Control!

Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S
Enter a newly enhanced dimension of puzzle challenge when world-renowned Tetris® and Japan’s beloved Puyo Puyo series blend their legendary gameplay in the ultimate puzzle match. Stack, chain, and combo your way to victory in traditional Puyo Puyo and Tetris… or mix them together in this unique crossover. Compete in 2v2 battles with pairs using a single board to pull off devastating combos. Experience a multi-dimensional story in the extensive Adventure mode or compete with friends and family in a bounty of competitive local and online modes featuring support for up to 4 players.

Want to see more upcoming Switch 2 games? Check out our Video Games LibGuide for the full list of titles coming soon to the Library.

Level Up at Your Library: New RPGs

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Summer Reading 2025 is here, and the theme is “Level Up at Your Library!” Spend your summer leveling up with video games available for check-out at the Library, including these new RPGs. (Descriptions below provided by the publisher.)

Baldur’s Gate III
Gather your party and return to the Forgotten Realms in a tale of fellowship and betrayal, sacrifice and survival, and the lure of absolute power. Mysterious abilities are awakening inside you, drawn from a mind flayer parasite planted in your brain. Resist and turn darkness against itself. Or embrace corruption and become ultimate evil. Play as an Origin hero, as your choice from the D&D Player’s Handbook, or battle with the Dark Urge, as you and your party traverse the Forgotten Realms and battle for your very survival.

Available on: PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S

Ys X: Nordics
This journey takes place in the northern islands collectively known as Obelia Gulf. In this harsh land, the young adventurer Adol Christin encounters the Normans, a seafaring people, and is quickly drawn into the conflict between them, the residents of Obelia Gulf, and the Griegr, undying monsters with a mysterious agenda. Partnering up with the Norman warrior Karja, Adol must take to the waters of Obelia Gulf, navigating vast stretches of ocean, consulting maritime maps, and even getting into naval battles with enemy ships.

Available on: PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch

Black Myth: Wukong
Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology and based on Journey to the West, one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past.

Available on: PlayStation 5

The First Berserker: Khazan
Khazan and Ozma, the heroes who saved the Pell Los Empire from Hismar the Berserk Dragon and the Dragon Legion. However, General Khazan, falsely accused of treason, becomes a wretched outcast as he is condemned to exile beyond the empire through brutal torture. The player will become the hero “Khazan,” the ancestor of all Slayers and the one who defeated Hismar the Berserk Dragon, proceeding to uncover the truth of his downfall within the empire.

Available on: PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S

Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
You are Henry of Skalitz – an ordinary man doing extraordinary things – caught in a gripping tale of revenge, betrayal and discovery. Henry will embark on an epic journey, “from a humble blacksmith’s forge to the court of Kings”, as he searches for purpose in this beautiful but brutal medieval world. From bustling city streets to lush forests, discover an open-world medieval Europe through this unforgettable adventure filled with action, thrills and wonders.

Available on: PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S

New Horror Video Games

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Spooky season is upon us! Check out these new horror video games available at Davenport Public Library. (Descriptions below provided by publisher.)

The Last of Us Part II Remastered: Five years after their dangerous journey across the post-pandemic United States, Ellie and Joel have settled down in Jackson, Wyoming. Living amongst a thriving community of survivors has allowed them peace and stability, despite the constant threat of the infected and other, more desperate survivors. When a violent event disrupts that peace, Ellie embarks on a relentless journey to carry out justice and find closure.

Available on: PS5

 

Alone in the Dark: Deep in the 1920’s south, Emily Hartwood’s uncle has gone missing. Together with private investigator Edward Carnby, she embarks on a journey to Derceto Manor, a home for the mentally ill where something is lurking. You’ll encounter strange residents, nightmarish realms, dangerous monsters and ultimately uncover a plot of rising evil. At the intersection of reality, mystery, and insanity, an adventure waits that will challenge your core beliefs.

Available on: PS5

 

Lies of P: You are awakened by a mysterious voice that guides you through the plagued city of Krat – a once lively place that has been poisoned by madness and bloodlust. In our soulslike, you must adapt yourself and your weapons to face untold horrors, untangle the unfathomable secrets of the city’s elites, and choose whether to confront predicaments with the truth or weave lies to overcome them on the journey to find yourself.

Available on: PS5 and Xbox Series X|S

 

Doki Doki Literature Club Plus!: A terrifying world of romance and poetry awaits! Write poems for your favorite club member and erase any mistakes you make along the way to ensure your perfect ending. Now’s your chance to discover why Doki Doki Literature Club is one of the most beloved psychological horror games of the decade!

Available on: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch