It's unusual for a game to be described as a sitcom, but that's what 3 Out of 10 is according to Terrible Posture Games. The adventure game that pays homage to gaming history while mimicking evening cable TV comedies is heading to Switch after its five-episode arc did a stint as an Epic Games Store exclusive.
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3 Out of 10 features dozens of mini-games made to be nods to some of gaming's past favorite moments. The Switch version will also have special features not available on the PC version, like a director's commentary track, the official soundtrack, a concept art gallery, Big Head Mode, something called Open Explore mode, and actor profiles.
The five episodes collectively make up what is considered the first season for 3 Out of 10, implying more may come down the line. Video game comedies can feel like more misses than hits. Check out the new trailer marking the occasion of the Switch launch and see if 3 Out of 10 appeals to your sense of humor.
On the Epic Games Store, the game was released for free over the course of five weeks, one episode per week, and nearly five million players have tried it. 3 Out of 10: Season One arrives on Switch in less than a month on March 4 for $9.99.
