The Good Old Days is a pixel art adventure title from developer Aksys Games that has already been announced for Steam. Now, the nostalgia-fueled romp will also be heading for Nintendo Switch with a release date yet to be confirmed, although Fall 2025 has been mentioned. The devs describe The Good Old Days as “a 2D Metroidvania-style action game inspired by the heart and spirit of classic ’80s adventure films”.
Players control Sean, a boy swept into an unforgettable day in the fictitious city of Arostia. With his friends by his side and a heavy debt left by his missing father hanging over him, he has only one day to set things right. Explore hidden areas, uncover secrets, and master clever gameplay mechanics in a world packed with charm, challenge, and nostalgia. Every moment captures the magic of a childhood adventure, the kind that only happens once but shines forever.
With multiple endings based on your playstyle and choices, The Good Old Days encourages replayability and personal storytelling. The game features a unique circular story structure where each playthrough offers a different narrative path and ending based on your choices. The story evolves dynamically depending on which events you trigger, which characters appear, the time of day, your money, and other conditions throughout your adventure.
