Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island Gets Second Free Content Update

Spike Chunsoft has announced that the roguelike RPG Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island for Nintendo Switch has received a second free content update. The update is available now, and it adds several new features including a playable character, Tatsumi Shiren, and more dungeon floors for deeper exploration.

New Features Added

Play Using “Tatsumi Shiren”


Tatsumi Shiren, a combination of Tatsumi from the main game and Shiren, can now be selected as a playable character in the Sacred Tree trials. Tatsumi Shiren makes their exclusive debut in this latest free content update.

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    Tatsumi Shiren
    Tatsumi Shiren is a combination of Tatsumi and Shiren. While unable to equip anything, Tatsumi Shiren can unleash special attacks by expending Fullness.

    *The Tatsumi Shiren form can be used in the Sacred Tree trials only after clearing the Cavern of Suiryu dungeon.

    Increased Dungeon Floor Count


    In Sacred Tree mode, the following dungeons will have more floors, offering a greater challenge and more opportunities for exploration.

    Dungeons with Added Floors
    Kiki Island 25F → 99F
    Training Path of Inference 20F → 50F
    Training Path of Extra Inference 20F → 50F
    Peach Dungeon 20F → 99F
    Sumo Dungeon 20F → 99F
    Cat-Ching’s Divine Will 10F → 99F
    Trapper’s Secret Path 20F → 99F
    Training Path of Gimmicks 20F → 50F
    Training Path of Shopping 40F → 99F
    Behemoth Rush 30F → 99F
    Sacred Ocean Tunnel 15F → 99F
    Domain of Staves and Scrolls 20F → 50F
    Isle of the Mighty 50F → 99F


    *Can only be selected for dungeons that have been cleared.

    Basic Training Mode Added

    A “Basic Training” mode has been added to the Monster Dojo. In this mode, you can learn the basics of dungeon navigation. Starting with a predetermined set of items and enemy placements, you’ll practice techniques to help you reach the stairs.

    *Basic Training mode can be used after unlocking the Monster Dojo.

    New Threat Alert

    The new ‘Threat Alert’ warns you when you are about to be knocked out by taking damage equal to or greater than the amount you just received. You can turn the “Threat Alert” feature on or off in the game settings.

    Balance Adjustments and Other Improvements Added

    Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island physical and digital versions are available now for Nintendo Switch in North America and Europe.

    Digital Version
    Nintendo eShop: https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/shiren-the-wanderer-the-mystery-dungeon-of-serpentcoil-island-switch/

    Physical Version
    As a first-run bonus, a 2.75” x 3” sticker featuring the protagonist Shiren and the game’s traditional Japanese art style will be included with the game.