Retro psychological survival horror game Heartworm coming to Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
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Heartworm, a retro psychological survival horror title developed by Vincent Adinolfi in collaboration with publisher DreadXP, is heading to both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The game channels the aesthetic of low-fidelity horror experiences, drawing inspiration from the genre's classic era. Both versions arrive October 1, 2026.
- Heartworm launches simultaneously on current Switch hardware and the upcoming Switch 2 platform.
- The game embraces retro visual design within the psychological horror space, positioning itself as a throwback to survival horror's foundations.
- DreadXP continues building its indie horror portfolio ahead of the console's generational transition.
Horror remains a reliable draw for Nintendo's install base, and simultaneous multi-platform releases signal publisher confidence in cross-generational support at Switch 2's launch window.
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Heartworm is making its way to both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, DreadXP and Vincent Adinolfi announced today. Expect it on October 1, 2026. Heartworm is a retro psychological survival horror game that pays homage to the low-fidelity look…