Jupiter Corporation Unveils Picross S Konami Antiques Edition for Nintendo Switch

Jupiter Corporation has officially announced Picross S Konami Antiques Edition, slated for an exclusive launch on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch. Players can mark their calendars for April 30th, when the game will become available for $17.99 / €17.99 / £16.19. This latest installment integrates popular characters from Konami's extensive catalog into the critically acclaimed Picross S puzzle series.

Building on the success of previous collaborations featuring franchises like Mario, Pokémon, Doraemon, Namco, Capcom, and SNK, this new edition highlights over 80 iconic Konami titles. Fans will recognize characters from a diverse range of video game genres—encompassing everything from sports simulations to dating games and beloved series such as Castlevania, Contra, and Gradius—all reimagined as intricate pixel art puzzles.

Picross S Konami Antiques Edition includes the familiar puzzle modes from the series: Picross, Mega Picross, Color Picross, and Clip Picross. Additionally, it introduces an 'Extra' mode featuring larger puzzles that vividly recreate famous scenes from Konami's history, alongside a 'Time Attack' mode where characters dynamically react as players race against the clock to complete challenges.

The game offers a substantial collection of puzzles, comprising 150 pieces for Picross and Mega Picross, 5 for Clip Picross (resulting in 200 total pieces across these modes), 30 for Color Picross, and 5 for the Extra mode. The 'Time Attack' mode presents 30 carefully selected Picross puzzles for players to master.

Players can also immerse themselves in a dedicated music player feature, allowing them to enjoy popular Konami melodies at their leisure.

At its core, Picross is a picture crossword puzzle, often referred to as a nonogram, where players use numerical clues to reveal a hidden image. With its straightforward and accessible rules, Picross continues to offer an engaging and enjoyable experience for players of all skill levels.