88 Heroes 98 Heroes Edition is the Nintendo Switch version of the 88 Heroes action platformer, published by Rising Star Games and created by Bitmap Bureau. The setup is pure arcade: on 8 August 1988 the villain Dr. H8 threatens Earth with 88 thermonuclear warheads unless he is paid 88 octillion dollars within 88 minutes. The best superheroes were busy, so you lead a team of very unusual ones through his lair. This edition has 98 characters, the original 88 heroes plus ten of their friends, each with a special ability. It is a single-player game rated PEGI 7.
Table of Contents
88 levels, 88 seconds each
The structure of 88 Heroes 98 Heroes Edition is built around the number 88. There are 88 levels, and you have 88 seconds to finish each one, all running against an 88-minute doomsday clock. That makes every level a short, frantic burst: jump, dodge, smash enemies and reach the exit before the timer runs out. Short levels suit handheld play well, since a single attempt takes about a minute and a half, and it is easy to pick up for a few minutes on the go and come back later.
98 heroes with their own abilities
The selling point of this edition is the cast. Nintendo lists 98 unique characters, each with special abilities, which means the hero you control changes how you approach a level: some abilities help you move, some help you fight, and some are more of a joke than a help. Learning what each hero can do, and how to make the most of a less useful one, is a big part of the fun in 88 Heroes 98 Heroes Edition. The humour and the deliberately odd heroes give the game its personality.
Arcade action and platforming
Nintendo files the game under action, platformer and arcade. Expect classic 2D platforming with enemies to defeat and hazards to avoid, plus the pressure of the clock on every screen. It rewards quick reactions and repetition rather than exploration. Players who enjoy short, replayable challenges will get the most from it, while those looking for a long story campaign may find it repetitive after a while.
Play anywhere on Switch
The Game Card version came out on 6 October 2017. 88 Heroes 98 Heroes Edition supports all three Switch play modes, TV, tabletop and handheld, and works with the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. Nintendo notes that it does not support Nintendo Switch Online save data cloud backup, so your progress stays on the console. On-screen languages are English, Japanese, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch and Portuguese; Arabic is not included.
Who This Is Not For
88 Heroes 98 Heroes Edition is not for anyone looking for multiplayer: Nintendo lists it as single player only, with no local or online co-op. Progress is not backed up to the cloud. There is no Arabic language. The strict 88-second timer can frustrate younger or less patient players, and the short arcade levels will not satisfy someone who wants a long adventure. It is rated PEGI 7 for violence.
Ordering from Totot
Totot sells the 88 Heroes 98 Heroes Edition brand-new and genuine in its sealed box, backed by a 1-year warranty from Totot. It reaches any emirate within 3 business days at most, with free delivery on orders from AED 300, with cash on delivery or instalments via Tabby and Tamara. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. Browse more in our Nintendo Switch Games range, or see the official Nintendo page for 88 Heroes – 98 Heroes Edition.
88 Heroes 98 Heroes Edition Specifications
- Title: 88 Heroes: 98 Heroes Edition
- Platform: Nintendo Switch
- Format: Game Card (physical)
- Publisher: Rising Star Games
- Developer: Bitmap Bureau
- Release date: 6 October 2017 (Game Card)
- Genre: Action, platformer, arcade
- Characters: 98 (88 heroes plus 10 friends)
- Levels: 88, with 88 seconds per level
- Players: 1
- Play modes: TV, tabletop, handheld
- Controllers: Joy-Con, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller
- Languages: English, Japanese, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese
- Age rating: PEGI 7 (violence)
- Cloud saves: Not supported
- Download size (for reference): 411 MB
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
88 Heroes 98 Heroes Edition FAQ
Is 88 Heroes 98 Heroes Edition multiplayer?
No. Nintendo lists it as a single-player game with no local or online co-op.
How many heroes are in 88 Heroes 98 Heroes Edition?
98: the original 88 heroes plus 10 of their friends, each with a special ability.
How long is each level?
88 seconds. There are 88 levels under an 88-minute doomsday clock.
What age is it for?
7 and over; it is rated PEGI 7 for violence.
Does it support Arabic?
No. Languages are English, Japanese, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch and Portuguese.
Can I play it in handheld mode?
Yes. TV, tabletop and handheld modes are all supported.
Is it genuine?
Yes. We sell the genuine 88 Heroes 98 Heroes Edition Game Card, brand-new and sealed.
How long does delivery take?
3 business days at most across the UAE. Orders from AED 300 ship free, and the checkout page shows any current fee for your order.
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