Balan Wonderworld Switch is the boxed European edition of the 3D action platformer published by Square Enix, created by BALAN COMPANY, the team where Yuji Naka and Naoto Oshima reunited for the first time in twenty years. You step onto the stage of the Balan Theatre as Leo or Emma, two young people who wander into a dreamlike land called Wonderworld, where happy memories and private worries blend together. This copy comes on a Nintendo Switch game card with a PEGI 7 label.
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What Balan Wonderworld Switch Is About
Nintendo describes the game as an action platformer built around the theme of a theatre. The maestro Balan leads Leo and Emma through Wonderworld, and their goal is to restore the balance in the hearts of the people whose memories shaped each land before they can return home.
The adventure in Balan Wonderworld Switch is split into twelve tales. Each tale belongs to a different person and has its own look and its own quirks. In Square Enix’s demo announcement, World 1 is a farm built from the memories of the farmer Jose Gallard, World 4 is a sky world born from Chang Haoyu’s love of open air, and World 6 is a town where Cass Milligan meets a kitten. Every tale is divided into acts and ends with a boss that stands for that person’s despair, such as Barktholomew in World 1.
Over 80 Costumes and Their Powers
Costumes are the heart of Balan Wonderworld Switch. Nintendo lists more than 80 of them, and each one gives a single ability: attacking enemies, walking on air, freezing time or moving objects, among others. Square Enix named some of them in its demo announcement, including Jumping Jack, Dainty Dragon, Soaring Sheep, Aero Acrobat, Gear Prince and Pumpkin Puncher.
Because each costume does one thing, the stages are designed like puzzles. A high ledge may need a jumping costume, while a hidden area may only open to a costume that flies or manipulates the scenery. Collecting new costumes and returning to earlier stages is a big part of the loop, and the labyrinthine levels hide traps and secrets for players who explore carefully.
The Isle of Tims and Hidden Collectables
Between the tales of Balan Wonderworld Switch you return to the Isle of Tims, a hub area that acts as the gateway to the worlds. Tims are small magical creatures that help Leo and Emma explore and fight the Negati. You gather magical droplets from flower patches in the stages and feed them to the Tims to evolve their abilities.
Each stage also hides Balan Statues to collect, and Square Enix mentions secret Balan’s Bout mini-games tucked away in the levels. These extras give completionists a reason to replay acts with different costumes.
Local Co-op in Balan Wonderworld Switch
The Nintendo listing gives Balan Wonderworld Switch 1 to 2 players on a single system. According to Square Enix, a second player joins at any time by connecting a controller and pressing a button, and the two players can combine costume abilities to open paths that a solo player cannot reach. Each player needs their own compatible controller, so a pair of Joy-Con or a Pro Controller works for the second seat.
The game runs in TV, tabletop and handheld modes. Nintendo also lists surround sound and Save Data Cloud for Nintendo Switch Online members. On the official Nintendo US store page, the game’s Nintendo Switch 2 compatibility is listed as supported, with behaviour consistent with Nintendo Switch.
Why Buy the Boxed European Copy
This Balan Wonderworld Switch copy is the region 2 (PAL) release, so the box carries the PEGI 7 rating with violence and fear descriptors. Nintendo switches are region free, which means this game card plays on any Switch console sold in the UAE. The official language list is wide: Japanese, English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Korean and Chinese.
A physical card is also practical here because the digital version needs 9.9 GB of storage. With the card in the slot, you only need space for updates and save data, and you can lend the game to a friend or a sibling when you are done.
Who This Is Not For
Skip this game if you want online play: co-op is local only, on one console. It is also not a fit for players who want a tight, fast platformer with a large move set, because each costume carries a single ability and the pace is built around switching costumes and exploring. The story is light and aimed at families, so mature players looking for a deep plot may feel it is too simple. Finally, the PEGI 7 rating reflects mild violence and some scary moments, which very young or sensitive children may not enjoy.
Ordering Balan Wonderworld Switch in the UAE
Totot delivers to every emirate in up to 3 business days, and shipping is free for orders from AED 300 upwards. Pay in cash when the parcel arrives, or spread the cost with Tabby or Tamara. If the game card is faulty or differs from what you ordered, you can return it within 14 days; damage caused during shipping must be reported within 48 hours of delivery.
Browse more Nintendo Switch Games at Totot, or see the official Square Enix page for this game.
Technical Specifications
- Title: BALAN WONDERWORLD
- Platform: Nintendo Switch
- Edition / region: Physical game card, European PAL edition (PEGI)
- Publisher: Square Enix
- Developer: BALAN COMPANY (Yuji Naka, Naoto Oshima)
- Genre: 3D action platformer
- Players: 1-2 on one system (local co-op)
- Age rating: PEGI 7 (violence, fear)
- Languages: Japanese, English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Korean, Chinese
- Release date: 26 March 2021
- Play modes: TV, tabletop, handheld
- Download size (digital version): 9.9 GB
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
FAQ
Can two people play Balan Wonderworld Switch together?
Yes. Nintendo lists 1-2 players on a single system, and a second player can join by connecting a controller and pressing a button.
Does the game have online multiplayer?
No. The official listing only covers local play on one console.
How many costumes are in the game?
80+. Nintendo states that there are over 80 costumes, each with its own ability.
How many worlds are there?
12. The game is split into twelve tales, each made of acts and ending with a boss.
Does it work on Nintendo Switch 2?
Yes. The Nintendo US store lists Switch 2 compatibility as supported, with behaviour consistent with Nintendo Switch.
Is English included on the European card?
Yes. English is on the official language list together with ten other languages.
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