NEWS | Sixtar Gate: STARTRAIL Pre-order Now Available on Nintendo Switch

CFK has announced that the digital version of Sixtar Gate: STARTRAIL is available for pre-order on the Nintendo Switch, starting from February 16th, 2023. Players can now purchase and download the game before its official global launch on March 16th.

Developed by Lyrebird Ferdinant, Sixtar Gate: STARTRAIL is a key-based rhythm game that takes players on an interstellar voyage with their cute, charming partner and mascot of the game. The notes become a colourful trail leading players through the vastness of space. The game was previously released as an Early Access game on Steam in November 2021, and the Nintendo Switch version aims to optimise the experience for players and introduce new content.

The Nintendo Switch version of Sixtar Gate: STARTRAIL was first introduced to the public at the 2022 Tokyo Game Show, and two months later, it was brought before players at the B2C event G-Star 2022, drawing considerable attention from players. Crowds gathered to see the new game and get their hands on an early build, indicating the excitement surrounding this new version's launch.

The Nintendo Switch version features exclusive note positions optimized for the Joy-Con/Pro Controller for a more immersive experience. It also introduces the innovative, new "Shift Notes," an addition to the red and blue notes in the game, that require players to tilt the analogue stick left or right. This unique feature provides a new movement that has never been seen before in rhythm games. The game also includes new ARKK Gear skins, allowing for even more customisation options.

Sixtar Gate: STARTRAIL on Nintendo Switch offers exclusive optimized note patterns for the Joy-Con controllers and new Shift Notes designed for the analogue sticks. The game also features Adventure Mode, Outer Space Mode, and more, all designed specifically for the Nintendo Switch. The game has songs from famous artists featured in the BEMANI series, original exclusives by popular artists, new arrangements of familiar songs from the Touhou Project, and more, making it a must-play for fans of rhythm games.

The game also includes a gate system with varying lanes, starting with four blue lanes and two red lanes, but an additional set lane can appear as the gate expands, adding a new dimension for gamers to experience. The game offers customization options for players, such as skin, custom themes, and widgets, where they can set up their play screens with the widgets they prefer. There are a total of five widget locations, and each location can have different widgets or the same.

In conclusion, Sixtar Gate: STARTRAIL is an exciting rhythm game that is set to be launched globally on March 16th with new features designed specifically for the Nintendo Switch. With the exclusive optimized note patterns and new Shift Notes designed for the analogue sticks, this game will provide a unique experience for players. Additionally, the game features Adventure Mode, Outer Space Mode, and more, making it a must-play for fans of rhythm games. – Geeks Republika