Roguelike RPG Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island for Nintendo Switch™ Gets a Second Free Content Update, Now Available, Including Playable Character Tatsumi Shiren, Increased Dungeon Floors, and More

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (July 8, 2024) – Spike Chunsoft, Inc. today announced Roguelike RPG Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island for Nintendo Switch™ has received a second free content update. The update which is available now adds several new features including playable character, Tatsumi Shiren, and more dungeon floors for deeper exploration.

New Features Added

1. Play Using “Tatsumi Shiren”
Tatsumi Shiren, a combination of Tatsumi from the main game and Shiren, can now be selected as a playable character in the Sacred Tree trials. Tatsumi Shiren makes their exclusive debut in this latest free content update.

Tatsumi Shiren
Tatsumi Shiren is a combination of Tatsumi and Shiren. While unable to equip anything, Tatsumi Shiren can unleash special attacks by expending Fullness.

*The Tatsumi Shiren form can be used in the Sacred Tree trials only after clearing the Cavern of Suiryu dungeon.

2. Increased Dungeon Floor Count
In Sacred Tree mode, the following dungeons will have more floors, offering a greater challenge and more opportunities for exploration.

Dungeons with Added Floors

Kiki Island 25F → 99F
Training Path of Inference 20F → 50F
Training Path of Extra Inference 20F → 50F
Peach Dungeon 20F → 99F
Sumo Dungeon 20F → 99F
Cat-Ching’s Divine Will 10F → 99F
Trapper’s Secret Path 20F → 99F
Training Path of Gimmicks 20F → 50F
Training Path of Shopping 40F → 99F
Behemoth Rush 30F → 99F
Sacred Ocean Tunnel 15F → 99F
Domain of Staves and Scrolls 20F → 50F
Isle of the Mighty 50F → 99F

*Can only be selected for dungeons that have been cleared.

3. Basic Training Mode Added
A “Basic Training” mode has been added to the Monster Dojo. In this mode, you can learn the basics of dungeon navigation. Starting with a predetermined set of items and enemy placements, you’ll practice techniques to help you reach the stairs.

*Basic Training mode can be used after unlocking the Monster Dojo.

4. New Threat Alert
The new ‘Threat Alert’ warns you when you are about to be knocked out by taking damage equal to or greater than the amount you just received. You can turn the “Threat Alert” feature on or off in the game settings.

5. Balance Adjustments and Other Improvements Added

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.
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