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The Last Cat in the Universe arrives on Nintendo Switch as a digital download on October 29, 2026, according to Nintendo’s regional store listing and release schedule. It is a short, single-player narrative incremental game about salvaging a failing space station to care for the last surviving cat.
When does The Last Cat in the Universe come out on Switch?
Nintendo lists the Switch release for October 29, 2026. The date appears on Nintendo Brazil’s product page and in Nintendo Taiwan’s Switch software schedule. Nintendo identifies the release as a digital download. The sources do not confirm a physical cartridge edition.
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What kind of game is it?
You play as an AI on a decaying space station after humanity has disappeared. Your task is to salvage the station and make a warm, safe home for a small, frightened cat—the last living creature aboard. Nintendo describes it as a short, single-player narrative incremental game, with relaxed mining, upgrades, and resource management.
Keeping the station and cat safe
As you gather resources, you must keep the air breathable and the cat’s nest warm. The story also involves collecting fragments of a song. Nintendo says the score was composed with Venezuelan singer-songwriter Diora Salazar.
#1 Best Overall
- The next evolution of Nintendo Switch
- One system, three play modes: TV, Tabletop, and Handheld
- Larger, vivid, 7.9” LCD touch screen with support for HDR and up to 120 fps
- Dock that supports 4K when connected to a compatible TV*
- GameChat** lets you voice chat, share your game screen, and connect via video chat as you play
How long is it?
Nintendo estimates a play time of about two to three hours, intended for one or two sessions. That is the storefront’s estimate, not an independently measured completion time.
Switch features and listing details
- Players: One player on one console.
- Play modes: TV, tabletop, and handheld.
- Touchscreen: Supported.
- Estimated download size: 300 MB on Nintendo Switch and 380 MB on Nintendo Switch 2, according to Nintendo’s listing.
- Languages listed: Japanese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and American English.
Nintendo says the game is compatible with Switch 2 with consistent behavior. Its listing cautions that compatibility and experience may vary on Switch Lite. The page reviewed does not state a Switch price; check the eShop for your territory for current pricing.
Rank #2
- 6.2” LCD screen
- Three play modes: TV, tabletop, and handheld
- Local co-op, online, and local wireless multiplayer
- Detachable Joy-Con controllers
- Nintendo Switch is the home of Mario & friends
Who is publishing the Switch version?
Nintendo credits Flynns Arcade as publisher and Apamate Studio as developer for the Switch release. The PC version is already listed on Steam with a release date of April 23, 2026, but its credits differ: Steam lists Apamate Studio and Diora as developers and Apamate Studio as publisher. Those PC storefront credits should not be substituted for Nintendo’s Switch credits. See the Steam listing for the PC version.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- One player can use a Joy-Con in each hand
- Two players can each take one
- Multiple Joy-Con can be employed by numerous people for a variety of gameplay options (additional Joy-Con sold separately)
- Slip a set of Joy-Con into a Joy-Con grip accessory, mirroring a more traditional controller. Or, select an optional Nintendo Switch Pro Controller.
Rank #4
- This pre-owned product is not Apple certified, but has been professionally inspected, tested and cleaned by Amazon-qualified suppliers.
- 6.2” LCD screen.
- Three play modes: TV, tabletop, and handheld
- Local co-op, online, and local wireless multiplayer
- Detachable Joy-Con controllers
Rank #3
- Play your way with the Nintendo Switch gaming system. Whether you’re at home or on the go, solo or with friends, the Nintendo Switch system is designed to fit your life. Dock your Nintendo Switch to enjoy HD gaming on your TV. Heading out? Just undock your console and keep playing in handheld mode
- This model includes battery life of approximately 4.5 - 9 hours.
- The battery life will depend on the games you play. For instance, the battery will last approximately 5.5 hours for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (games sold separately)
- Model number HAC 001( 01)
What to know before launch
- The Switch release date is October 29, 2026, and Nintendo lists it as a digital download.
- The game focuses on caring for the last cat by salvaging a deteriorating space station, with a short, session-sized story.
- Nintendo lists single-player support and TV, tabletop, and handheld modes.
- The official Nintendo listing gives the Switch-specific release details; Steam’s listing covers the separate PC version.
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