How Long Will Your Light Last? Everwarder Comes to Switch on January 29, 2026

Explore, Strategize, and Survive in this Unique Hybrid of Roguelite and Tower Defense by Solo Developer qLate

[Ukraine] January 22, 2026 — Solo developer qLate and indie.io are proud to announce that Everwarder, an exciting blend of roguelite exploration and survival with strategic tower defense gameplay, will debut on Nintendo Switch on January 29th, 2026. Set in a world beset by darkness, players take on the role of a magical guardian tasked with pushing back the dark with dazzling neon lights and spawned defenders, protecting the life of a trapped spirit. 

The crystal containing the spirit is the nexus of defense - all is lost if it falls to the endless stream of enemies coming from the darkness. Players need to set up defensive lines, spawning defenders using energy collected from fallen foes and expanding the crystal network to clear the map and uncover secrets waiting beneath the black. However, instead of the usual system of static defenses, Everwarder gives players full freedom of movement to explore the map and face the enemies head-on. 

The challenge lies not in optimizing the layout of defenses, but rather responding to the changing situation and controlling the flow of enemies: The faster the darkness is destroyed by the light, the faster the enemies spawn. Going too fast risks overwhelming the defenders, while going too slow bottlenecks the ability to explore. This dynamic lies at the heart of the game, ensuring that every run is unique. Coupled with random spawning of abilities, artifacts, and other assets throughout each playthrough, players will be constantly challenged to improve their strategy and encouraged to boldly experiment. 

Failure is simply another step forward: Every run unlocks new opportunities in future runs thanks to the persistent progression system, where players spend hard-earned resources to upgrade units, unlock new artifacts, and acquire other upgrades that will change their future runs and make them more resilient in their valiant stand against the darkness. 

Warmly received during Steam’s Next Fest showcases, with particular attention given to its smooth animations and distinct blend of genres, Everwarder comes to the Switch with all previously released patches, allowing Nintendo’s flagship console to let new players join the fight against the darkness. 

Everwarder will launch on the Nintendo Switch eShop on January 29, 2026.  Players can wishlist the game now on Nintendo Switch. To stay updated on its release and future announcements - and join the developer and the community on the official Discord!

ABOUT qLate

qLate is a solo developer and university graduate with a passion for creating games. Balancing academic pursuits with game development, qLate brings creativity and dedication to crafting unique projects like Everwarder.

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