Orbitals is a nostalgic hit of split-screen platforming, puzzles and '90s anime

Engadget | 07.07.2026 20:00
My final demo at Summer Game Fest 2026 (I promise this is the last story) was the retro-anime-styled Orbitals. As a Switch 2 exclusive, it was also one of the bigger games being showcased inside Nintendo's briefing area. Orbitals is billed as a two-player puzzle adventure game, which can be played both locally and online. The SGF demo area was styled like a '90s-era kids' bedroom — there were beanbags — with attendees paired up for their co-op session.