ZPF shares Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer

Mega Cat Studios and ZPF Team have set a release date for ZPF on Nintendo Switch. In their latest announcement, it was confirmed that the title launches on April 16, 2026.

ZPF, a side-scrolling shooter, was previously confirmed for Nintendo Switch in 2024. The game previously debuted on the SEGA Genesis at the end of last year, but is now expanding to additional platforms.

Those that need a refresher on the game can read the following overview:

ZPF is a retro-inspired horizontal shooter for the SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive. Blast your way through a cosmic gauntlet of epic boss battles, addictive scoring, and hidden secrets in a thrilling arcade-style adventure through fantasy, science-fiction, and alien-themed worlds.

Inspired by classic horizontal shooters like Lords of Thunder, Elemental Master, and the Thunderforce series, ZPF is a passion project from the designer and developer of Super XYX and Tanzer.

Key Features

• Over Six Stages of Full-On Pixel Mayhem – Players will dodge and weave through intense bullet patterns, unleashing a barrage of firepower upon hordes of unique and challenging enemies.
• Three Playable Characters – Choose your hero—from the teleporting trickster to the laser-wielding warrior! Each character boasts a distinct playstyle with unique shots and melee attacks.
• Boss Battles – Brace yourself for epic encounters with mid and end-stage bosses, each demanding a different strategy to defeat.
• Shop Buffs and Hints – Upgrade your arsenal and gain valuable tips between levels at each of the world’s in-game shops.
• Secrets Galore – Finish every stage and discover a treasure trove of hidden secrets.

View the new release date trailer for ZPF below.

Launch Trailer

The game will be sold digitally for $9.99. Head on over here for more Nintendo Switch coverage.