We're finally getting the other thing that keeps George R. R. Martin from finishing the books.<pThe ungodly popular games of From Software will be represented on Switch.
One of the first 3rd party announcements of the Direct was the "Tarnished" version of 2022's Elden Ring will come to Switch 2 this year. It will include the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion (2024) plus some new customization options on top.
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Would you like a potentially fine Scarlet and Violet, or would you like another "this will give ARMS legs" joke?It won't just be Switch 2 Edition games that improve from their original form, but some old games will be getting updates.
Nintendo has posted a page detailing games that will receive updates post-Switch 2 launch for better compatibility, or to simply make use of the system's power or features. The games are:
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Shrink down to learn the ins and outs of the Switch 2.Nintendo Switch 2: Welcome Tour, a paid, playable tutorial minigame collection, launches June 5th.
The digital-only game explores features of the Switch 2, such as mouse mode, HD Rumble 2, and the microphone. Tech demos and minigames shown include golf, a UFO game, and maracas.
Pricing has not been announced.
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A sequel to the Gamecube classicIn one of the final announcements of today's Nintendo Direct, Nintendo announced Kirby Air Riders. The game is being developed in partnership with Masahiro Sakurai. It is a sequel to the Gamecube game Kirby Air Ride.
No specific date has been given at this time but it is expected to release sometime in 2025.
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Chances are there's something for everyone. (Sadly, we mean EVERYONE.)The Switch 2 Direct confirmed the following games would be coming to Switch 2 on day 1:
Mario Kart World
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, a digital-only game (cost unknown) that aims to take players inside the inner workings of the system and its functions
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May they blaze a trail for future RTS games on Switch 2In todayâs Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Firaxisâ Games announced their recently launched Civilization VII will receive a Nintendo Switch 2 edition. Featuring compatibility with the systemâs mouse controls, an upgrade path will be made available for those who purchased the Nintendo Switch version.
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Some of the stuff will be new to you.After being teased in fine print last week, Nintendo has detailed what exactly a "Nintendo Switch 2 Edition" game is.
Switch 2 Editions will offer enhanced graphics and framerate, as well as additional gameplay options to selected games. The first example shown was be a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Super Mario Party Jamboree on July 24, which will add a new series of dedicated minigames that support the Switch 2 camera and microphone.
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It's a significant boost.Following the reveal of Gamecube games being added to the Nintendo Switch Online service for Switch 2, Nintendo showed several brief trailers for the titles launching on the platform. After counting resolution on each title we are able to confirm that Gamecube titles on Switch 2 appear to be running... Read more...
We store cookies , you can get more info from our privacy . policy I Accept Advertisement Create account Forgot login Log in Username : Password : Login Home News Games Reviews Previews Editorials Features Events Podcasts Forums Videos Chat News Mobi Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Adding Switch 2 Exclusive GameCube Library by Donald Theriault April 2, 2025, 10:23 am EDT Discuss in talkback Source : Nintendo Direct Three PRICY RPGs in the coming soon . pile It was already confirmed that Nintendo Switch Online would carry over to Switch 2, but it will bring a new library with . it Expansion Pack subscribers will get access to a library of GameCube games on June 5 launch day The first three games in the library will be The Legend of Zelda : The Wind Waker , F-Zero GX , and Soul Calibur
Everyone's favorite bug came out from under her rock.Silksong, follow-up to beloved 2017 indie game Hollow Knight, appeared in today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct with a 2025 release date.
Hornet, a nuisance-turned-ally from the original Hollow Knight, stars in this spin-off adventure that was originally planned as paid DLC. Silksong was upgraded to a stand-alone game in 2019.
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Is your wallet ready?Nintendo will be bringing the Switch 2 home in early June.
The Nintendo Direct has confirmed the new console as well as Mario Kart World will be available on June 5.
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They borrowed some elements from That Man before shanking him.The first first-party game announced for Switch 2 is the one you'd expect.
Mario Kart World was the first game shown in the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct. The game will feature 24 racers on track, as well as an F-Zero-like "Knockout Tour" and "Free Roam" modes.
The game will launch on day 1 of Switch 2, and a dedicated Direct will air on April 17 at 9 a.m. ET.
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Amiibo support for Switch 2 confirmed!Five new Zelda amiibo were announced by Nintendo today shortly after the Direct. Tears of the Kingdom companions Tulin, Yunobo, Sidon, and Riju will get amiibo June 5th, the same day the Switch 2 releases, and Mineru's Construct will release as an amiibo on a later date. When scanned in Tears of the Kingdom, they "might" grant a paraglider fabric.
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Including Borderlands 4, most famous for getting the Seth Rollins "no pop" when it was announced.As the longest Direct in history, the Switch 2 Direct had a lot of things to cover.
Koei Tecmo-developed hunting action game Wild Hearts will have an "S" version on Switch 2 July 25.
Mechs will be riding on Switch 2 with Daemon x Machina: Titanic Scion September 25.
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We store cookies , you can get more info from our privacy . policy I Accept Advertisement Create account Forgot login Log in Username : Password : Login Home News Games Reviews Previews Editorials Features Events Podcasts Forums Videos Chat News S2 Several Games From Last Week's Nintendo Direct To Appear On Switch 2 Day And Date by Donald Theriault April 2, 2025, 12:05 pm EDT Discuss in talkback Source : Nintendo Direct Or at least in a similar timeframe for those without . dates The Switch 2 Direct had some familiar moments for those who watched the Direct last . week Six third party titles were shown in both : shows Raidou Remastered : The Mystery of the Soulless Army June 19 Shadow Labyrinth July 18 No Sleep for Kaname Date : From AI : The Somnium Files July 25 Story of Seasns : Grand
Last month we saw quite a few adventure games spring into action. What game from last month’s lineup was a fresh start? Some of the big new releases included Assassin’s Creed Shadows, MLB The Show 25, Hitman World of Assassination (PS VR2), and Split Fiction. How does it work? At the end of every month, […]
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Thankfully, Switchmas II will be confined to one location instead of three different ones.Things we missed last week: Aside from a freaking Nintendo Direct with three shadowdrops (Rift of the Necrodancer, Disney Villains Cursed Cafe, and another f**king Saga game), Taito's Land Sea Air Squad was added to the Archives.
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Everyone is here!After a fissure in space time opened in Chicago, multiple eras of Connectivity hosts were pulled together into an Air B&B. Then completely unrelated Nintendo decided to have a Nintendo Direct so we quickly and poorly recorded a podcast with whatever we had sitting around.
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Email us at PSPodcast@sony.com! Subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or download here Hey, everybody! Sid, Kristen, Brett, and I are back this week to discuss the new take on Pac-Man Shadow Labyrinth, the wonders of hand-tracking in PlayStation VR2, what it’s like to learn how to walk in Baby Steps, and their most played games […]
Last week, we asked you to take a leap into Assassin’s Creed Shadows and share epic moments of dual protagonists Naoe and Yasuke using #PSshare #PSBlog. Here are this week’s highlights: TakaSanGames shares Naoe in traditional Assassin white, in front of the Hidden Ones symbol Evo_Pixel shares Yasuke striking with his katana in the rain […]
The wait is over! Masters of Light is now one of the first games to introduce full hand tracking on PlayStation VR2, pushing the boundaries of immersive gameplay like never before. As the creator of Masters of Light and co-founder of Coven, I’m beyond excited to bring this revolutionary update to PlayStation fans. Learn specific […]
And the Horizon movie will be out on the 19th.Nintendo seems to love the late March / early April window for theatrical launches.
The company announced today that the Legend of Zelda movie will have its wide theatrical release on March 26, 2027. Ths follows on from the first animated Super Mario Bros movie launching in early April 2023 and the sequel April of next year.
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Including a series that has been seemingly only been localized for Nintendo consoles when it was entirely OCs.Other announcements from today's Nintendo Direct:
The Japanese version of the Direct featured a trailer for Super Robot Wars Y, a new title in the crossover mecha strategy series that will be available this year. Series both classic (Mobile Fighter G Gundam, Code Geass) and modern (The Witch From... Read more...
Picture yourself stranded alone on an alien planet. With no-one around to help, and no-one coming to the rescue, your only salvation lies in the endless darkness of a sprawling cave system. Would you dare face the dangers that lurk in the dark? Welcome to the world of Into Black, a VR action/exploration game about […]
Shadow Labyrinth is the forthcoming 2D action platformer from our team at Bandai Namco Studios where players will control Swordsman No.8, summoned to a mysterious planet by the enigmatic Puck to complete a mission where others have failed. The two will discover secrets and battle huge bosses in their struggle to survive. The concept of […]
Itâs not a Pac-Man if they talkShadow Labyrinth was featured in todayâs Nintendo Direct. The 2D combat action platformer features a dark, mysterious world and a bevy of Pac-Man focused abilities.
Shadow Labyrinth waka-wakas its way to Switch July 18th.
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I always wanted to be a walking eyeball.In todayâs Direct, the Sony Playstation Patapon series made its first appearance on a Nintendo console with this freshly made collection of the two original titles. The 2D rhythm-based combat now comes with cleaned-up visuals and arrives on Switch July 11th.</p
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The Battle Royale map that started it all is back! Prepare to drop into Verdansk in a huge launch event celebrating the return of the map. Featuring authentic, back-to-basics gameplay with the latest in fan-favorite mechanics, there’s a wide variety of features coming to the game. Season 3 begins on PS4 and PS5 with Multiplayer […]
Protect the streets of Detroit, survive a family of horror icons, and turn digital detective with April’s PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup. RoboCop: Rogue City, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory will be available to PlayStation Plus members from April 1. Let’s take a closer look at the games. […]
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