The Stretchers Arrive From Tarsier Studios on Nintendo Switch

Written by Brandon Hofer on November 08, 2019

News: A new co-op game that you can play with friends (or play solo) is now available where you need to help people get to an ambulance on a stretcher.

Nintendo has revealed that a new comedic co-op puzzle game is now available on the Switch. This new title is “The Stretchers” from developer Tarsier Studios is and is available on the eShop for $19.99. In The Stretchers, players take on the role of two medics who must work together to rescue Dizzies, troubled residents dizzied by the evil mastermind Captain Brains, in all kinds of wacky ways.

To rescue Dizzies, players will drive to each scene in their ambulance while breaking through walls, soaring through the sky and facing other perils along the way. Once they’ve arrived, players will need to pile Dizzies up on a stretcher (or grab them by their limbs) and bring them back to the trusty ambulance. Each player controls one of the two medics, so working together and passing a Joy-Con to a friend or family member to carry the stretcher, dodge dangers and overcome physics-based puzzles takes skillful coordination and communication.

Players can team up in local multiplayer using Joy-Con controllers or Nintendo Switch Pro Controllers (sold separately), or a combination of the two, to play, or even go solo, controlling both medics at the same time.

On top of rescuing dizzy citizens in need, the game offers several side missions that involve sawing down trees, building ramps, blowing up rocks with fireworks and even games of hide-and-seek. Players can also unlock additional hats, costume colors and furniture for their home base by exploring mission areas and the world map.

Take a look at the trailer below and then tell us what you think. Will you be picking up The Stretchers?