The quirky creature-collecting RPG, The New Denpa Men, is making a mobile comeback! Initially a 3DS favorite, then ported to the Nintendo Switch, this title is now slated for iOS and Android on March 10th. This news, reported by Gematsu, suggests a possible global release, a significant departure from its Japan-only origins on the 3DS.
The original Denpa Men utilized augmented reality (AR) via the 3DS camera, a feature reportedly retained in this mobile iteration. The game involves collecting Denpa Men—creatures inhabiting radio waves—from the real world and battling them in dungeons.
While not a household name like Mario or Zelda, Denpa Men has enjoyed a presence across various Nintendo platforms. Developer Genius Sonority previously released a mobile version before the Switch remaster, making this a rerelease of a mobile game, remastered for Switch, and now returning to mobile. The potential for a global launch this time around is exciting, considering the Switch version's worldwide release.
With Nintendo's recent push into mobile gaming and the upcoming Switch 2, the lines between handheld and mobile gaming continue to blur. This release could be a significant indicator of future trends.
