Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo, widely regarded as one of the best top-down Zelda homages, has received a significant upgrade for the Switch 2. This update enhances the game's performance and visual fidelity, offering players a more polished experience on the new console.
The game, which launched last year, puts players in the role of Pippit, a blue bat embroiled in a corporate conflict. His quest involves taking down rival corporations using a unique weapon: a yoyo. This core mechanic defines the game, earning it the descriptor "yoyovania." Beyond its primary combat use, the yoyo serves multiple functions, allowing Pippit to traverse environments, ricochet off walls, and activate switches, effectively consolidating Link's classic toolset into a single item.
Pipistrello distinguishes itself not only through its innovative gameplay but also through its distinctive urban setting. Instead of traditional fantasy landscapes, the game unfolds in a bustling city, with players navigating alleyways, public parks, and corporate headquarters repurposed as dungeons. The Metroidvania-style exploration encourages players to revisit areas as new abilities are acquired, unlocking previously inaccessible paths. This metropolitan backdrop, coupled with biting industrial satire, provides a unique flavor distinct from genre contemporaries.
The new Switch 2 version offers substantial technical improvements. Players can expect to experience the game at a smooth 120 frames per second in handheld mode, with visuals rendered at 1080p. When docked, the game supports 4K resolution and HDR, further enhancing its already colorful art direction. For those who previously purchased the game on Nintendo Switch, the Switch 2 Upgrade Pack is available as a free download.