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<p><a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/miitopiatm" title="Miitopia on Switch">Miitopia</a> is one of the few upcoming Switch games that held the spotlight last week. With Nintendo opening up the demo for the title, players naturally flocked to test out the game for free.</p>

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<p>Nintendo did say we can make all our fantasies come true in Miitopia. Their wide variety of wigs and makeup meant that you can recreate yourself in-game, and cast your friends into Miitopia’s many roles. But what we didn't expect was just how customizable the Miis can be.</p>

<p>Let your imagination run wild, and you can essentially recreate any character EVER. Surely enough, artists went ham on the demo and showed off their best creations online.</p>

<p>Check out some of our favorites below:</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Made the famous tails gets trolled face in miitopia <a href="https://t.co/B00ix1wWfj">pic.twitter.com/B00ix1wWfj</a></p>— yampidimp (@yampidimp) <a href="https://twitter.com/yampidimp/status/1387483313573703687?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 28, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I don't know how I managed to make a 19 dollar Fortnite card in Miitopia but here we are <a href="https://t.co/hnZyzSzE0x">pic.twitter.com/hnZyzSzE0x</a></p>— Lucbomber???? (@The_Lucbomber) <a href="https://twitter.com/The_Lucbomber/status/1387840492231041024?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I just spent an hour making Mr. Clean in Miitopia <a href="https://t.co/PYO8WcHfZI">pic.twitter.com/PYO8WcHfZI</a></p>— The Ultra Nerd (@The_Ultra_Nerd) <a href="https://twitter.com/The_Ultra_Nerd/status/1387286585796825091?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 28, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Miitopia is my favorite art platform <a href="https://t.co/i3S6SBBSkn">pic.twitter.com/i3S6SBBSkn</a></p>— Failboat (@Failboat103) <a href="https://twitter.com/Failboat103/status/1387279456990007298?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 28, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I made the "Mona Miisa" in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Miitopia?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Miitopia</a> ???? <a href="https://t.co/u2Vq4l2awN">pic.twitter.com/u2Vq4l2awN</a></p>— Naki is holding a raffle! ✨ (@Nakios_) <a href="https://twitter.com/Nakios_/status/1387896891451617293?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>All these options are available to players with a Switch online subscription. Not only will you get to share your creations, but you can also borrow from someone more creative. All you need is the access key, and you’ll be able to play as that Mii. Or, get them as the Dark Lord or other roles within the game.</p>

<p>Miitopia was announced in the Nintendo Direct last February. It's a remake of the 3DS party game released in 2016. Since then the Mii’s have been pretty underused and everyone was just happy to get a new way to play them. But, the amazing character creator opens up a world of possibilities for the game and all its players.</p>

<p>Miitopia is set to release on the Switch on May 21. Find more titles coming soon in our <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/upcoming" title="Upcoming Switch Games">updated list of upcoming Switch games</a>.</p>

Miitopia’s Character Creator Lets You Make Any Character EVER

<p>Published by <a href="https://whatoplay.com/developers/pineapple-works" title="Pineapple Works">Pineapple Works</a> and developed by <a href="https://whatoplay.com/developers/infamous-rabbit" title="Infamous Rabbit">Infamous Rabbit</a>, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/oddventure" title="Oddventure on PC">Oddventure</a> has been catching people's attention for its charming retropixel visuals and unique gameplay. Now, they're looking for more support for their upcoming Kickstarter campaign on May 6th.</p>

<p>Watch their sizzle reel below:</p>

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<p>Key Features</p>

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  <li>Meaningful choices – EVERY decision matters, sometimes in the most unpredictable ways.</li>
  <li>The friendly <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/best/jrpg" title="Best Switch JRPG Games">JRPG</a> where nobody has to die... but can. In a horrible way.</li>
  <li>Countless hidden secrets reference to pop culture and fairy tales.</li>
  <li>Bitter-sweet comedy mixed with some coziness and dark humor.</li>
  <li>Frog milk as a currency.</li>
  <li>A life-changing gaming experience.</li>
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<p>Many have already noted the similarities between Oddventure's art style to that of the classic <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/best/rpg" title="Best Switch RPG Games">RPG</a>, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/wii-u/earthbound" title="Earthbound on Wii U">Earthbound</a>. Its combat and focus on choices also remind a little of the other indie game, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/undertale" title="Undertale on PC">Undertale</a>.</p>

<p>Oddventure revolves around a peculiar teenage girl named Charlie who apparently needs help managing her anger and social awkwardness. Her quest is to find her brother in the land of Luxia populated by fairy tale monsters.</p>

<p>For years, we've been begging for a new title from the Earthbound series. With Nintendo not too interested in the prospect, Oddventure may be the best alternative we have.</p> 

<p>Go to Oddventure’s <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/oddventure/oddventure-rpg">Kickstarter page</a> to get notified when the campaign launches. You can also follow their <a href="https://twitter.com/erutnevddO">Twitter account</a> for more updates.</p>

<p>Oddventure is set to release on the PC and <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/oddventure" title="Oddventure on Switch">Switch</a> in 2022. For more games, check out our lists of <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/upcoming" title="Upcoming Switch Games">upcoming Switch games</a> and <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/upcoming" title="Upcoming PC Games">upcoming PC games</a>.</p>
  
 

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<p>With <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/snowrunner" title="SnowRunner on Switch">SnowRunner's</a> imminent release on the Switch this May, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/developers/saber-interactive" title="Saber Interactive">Saber Interactive's</a> <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/best/coop" title="Best Switch Coop Games">co-op</a> <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/best/coop" title="Best Switch Coop Games">simulation</a> has opened up pre-orders for the game. A new trailer was released along with the announcement. Watch it below:</p>

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<div class="direct-quote">SnowRunner puts you in the driver’s seat of powerful vehicles as you conquer extreme open environments with the most advanced terrain simulation ever. Drive 40 vehicles from brands such as Ford, Chevrolet, and Freightliner as you leave your mark on an untamed <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/best/open-world" title="Best Switch Open World Games">open world</a>.</div>

<p>As a simulation game, it puts a premium on realism. It's the latest fixture in Saber Interactive's Runner series and it brought new features to the table. SnowRunner has some of the biggest maps thus far and the biggest, mega-sized deliveries too. Check the overview video below for more on its features:</p>

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<p>SnowRunner was one of the year's best games when it came out on the <a href="https://whatoplay.com/pc/snowrunner" title="SnowRunner on PC">PC</a>, <a href="https://whatoplay.com/ps4/snowrunner" title="SnowRunner on PS4">PS4</a>, and <a href="https://whatoplay.com/xbox-one/snowrunner" title="SnowRunner on Xbox One">Xbox One</a> in 2020. Its 4-player cooperative mode makes it a fitting addition to the Switch's lineup of games. This debut will also mean that players will get access to the Season Passes and DLCs that have come out for the game since its release.</p>

<p>You can pre-order the game through retail stores as well as online on the <a href="https://www.focus-home.com/en-us/games/snowrunner#shop">Focus Home Interactive website</a> or the <a href="https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/snowrunner-switch/">Nintendo eShop</a>.</p>

<p>SnowRunner is currently available on the PC, PS4, and Xbox One. It will release on the Switch on May 18. For more, check out our list of <a href="https://whatoplay.com/switch/upcoming" title="Upcoming Switch Games">upcoming Switch games</a>.</p>



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