Robotech: The Macross Saga HD Edition Shooter Switch NSP Latest 2026 (eShop)
About This Game
Robotech: The Macross Saga HD Edition is a fast-paced sci-fi side-scrolling shooter based on the classic Robotech animated series. Developed by Galaxy Pest Control / Lucky Chicken Games and published by GPC Games, the HD Edition remasters the original Game Boy Advance game with updated 3D models, high-resolution backgrounds, improved lighting, visual effects, and music inspired by the TV series.
Story
The game follows the conflict between humanity and the invading Zentraedi forces. Players take control of transformable Veritech fighters as they defend Macross City and progress through the war depicted in the first part of the Robotech story. The adventure features familiar characters from the series, including Rick Hunter, Roy Fokker, Max Sterling, Miriya Parina Sterling, and Ben Dixon.
Gameplay
Robotech: The Macross Saga HD Edition features 10 missions combining side-scrolling Veritech shooter stages with isometric Destroid missions. The Veritech can switch between Fighter, Guardian, and Battloid modes, each offering different movement and combat characteristics. Players can collect power-ups, use different weapons, fight multi-stage bosses, and unlock additional playable characters. The game supports both single-player and local 2-player co-op on one Nintendo Switch system.
Game Information
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Title: | Robotech: The Macross Saga HD Edition |
| Release Date: | March 4, 2021 |
| Category: | Action, Arcade, Shooter |
| Publisher: | GPC Games |
| Developer: | Galaxy Pest Control / Lucky Chicken Games |
| Type: | Single-Player / Local 2-Player Co-op |
| Format: | Nintendo Switch Digital |
| Title ID: | 70010000032907 |
| Title Size: | 1 GB |
| Language: | English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch |
Nintendo lists the game at 1 GB, with TV, Tabletop, and Handheld modes supported. It supports up to two players on the same system and also includes touchscreen support.
