Nintendo packed the latest showcase with huge announcements, fan-favourite returns, and some major surprises lined up for the Nintendo Switch 2 era. Here’s everything revealed during the direct
Super Mario Galaxy Movie – April 2026
The Direct opened with a cinematic trailer confirming the long-rumoured Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The animated feature will debut in April 2026, following in the footsteps of 2023’s smash-hit Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 – October 2, 2025
Both Galaxy titles are coming together in a modern collection for Switch 2. Fans can replay Mario’s cosmic adventures in full HD with performance improvements.
Mario Tennis Fever – February 12, 2026
A brand-new Mario sports title was revealed. Mario Tennis Fever promises expanded multiplayer, new characters, and a fresh story mode.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Switch 2 Edition + Meetup- Spring 2026
Nintendo confirmed an enhanced Wonder edition for Switch 2, plus a real-world fan meetup at Bellabel Park.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book – Spring 2026
Yoshi returns in a whimsical storybook-inspired platformer, blending puzzles, exploration, and classic Yoshi charm.
Storm Lancers – Available Today
A surprise shadow-drop! Storm Lancers is live now.
Dinkum – November 5, 2025
The cozy life-sim Dinkum, inspired by Australian outback adventures, finally heads to Switch.
POPUCOMI – Holiday 2025
An adorable new multiplayer party-puzzle game launches later this year.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream – Spring 2026
Miis are back! This follow-up expands on the life-sim chaos of Tomodachi Life.
Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection – Oct 30 (digital) / Dec 12 (physical), 2025
A compilation of classic Mortal Kombat entries remastered for Switch 2.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade – January 22, 2026
Square Enix’s modern classic finally arrives on Nintendo platforms.
Lynked: Banner of the Spark – Later 2025
A stylish new indie RPG with a painterly art style was announced.
Hades II – Switch 2 Edition – Sept 25 (digital) / Nov 20 (physical), 2025
Supergiant’s anticipated sequel is coming soon, with a digital release later this month.
Kirby Air Riders Amiibos – November 20, 2025
Kirby fans get new collectible amiibos tied to the beloved racing spin-off.
Hyrule Warriors: The Age of Imprisonment – November 6, 2025
A brand-new entry in the Warriors series set in the Zelda timeline.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined – February 5, 2026
A fully reimagined version of the PS1 classic JRPG.
Virtual Boy Nintendo Classics – February 17, 2026
Nintendo Online + Expansion Pack gets a new library: Virtual Boy titles preserved for the first time.
Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake – Early 2026
Koei Tecmo returns with a haunting remake of the iconic survival horror game.
One Piece Pirate Warriors 4 – Switch 2 Edition – Fall 2025
Bandai Namco confirmed enhanced performance and all DLC bundled.
Overcooked! 2 Switch 2 Edition – Holiday 2025
The co-op favourite gets an upgraded release with smoother gameplay.
Stardew Valley Switch 2 Edition – Fall 2025
Eric Barone’s farming sim gets Switch 2 enhancements.
Human Fall Flat Switch 2 Edition – Spring 2026
The physics-based hit returns with improved visuals and new content.
PowerWash Simulator 2 – Fall 2025
A sequel to the oddly satisfying cult hit launches later this year.
Suika Game Planet – Winter 2025
A follow-up to the viral puzzle game with expanded mechanics.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Switch 2 Edition – December 4, 2025
The big one: Metroid Prime 4 is officially launching this December.
Donkey Kong Bananza DK Island & Emerald Rush DLC – Later Today
New DLC for Donkey Kong’s latest adventure is out immediately.
Pokémon Pokopía – 2026
Game Freak teased a mysterious new Pokémon spin-off title.
Pokémon Legends Z-A Switch 2 Edition + Mega Dimension DLC – October 16, 2025
The long-awaited Legends Z-A launches next month, bundled with DLC content.
DanganRonpa 2×2 – 2026
Spike Chunsoft revealed a new twist on the cult mystery franchise.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins – January 22, 2026
A return to the roots of the series, promising large-scale battles.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection – March 13, 2026
Capcom unveiled the third entry in the Stories spin-off series.
Two Point Museum – October 28, 2025
The Two Point developers return with a new management sim set in a quirky museum.
Disgaea 7 Complete – October 10, 2025
The full edition of Disgaea 7 arrives next month.
EA Sports FC 26 – September 26, 2025
EA’s latest football sim hits all platforms later this month.
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake – October 30, 2025
Classic RPGs remade in stunning HD-2D style.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage – Winter 2025
SEGA’s iconic fighting series makes a comeback.
LEGO Voyagers – September 15, 2025
A new LEGO adventure game with original characters.
Little Nightmares III – October 10, 2025
Bandai Namco’s chilling series continues next month.
Persona 3 Reload – October 23, 2025
Atlus confirmed the enhanced remake for Switch 2.
Resident Evil Requiem – February 27, 2026
Capcom’s brand-new Resident Evil entry launches early 2026.
Resident Evil VII Biohazard + Resident Evil Village – February 27, 2026
Both modern RE entries are being ported to Switch 2 on the same day.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave – 2026
The Direct closed with a teaser for the next mainline Fire Emblem.
This Nintendo Direct was stacked with reveals across all genres-major ports, remakes, sequels, and even new IPs. The highlight was undoubtedly the December release of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, but with Mario Galaxy Collection, Resident Evil, Dragon Quest, and Fire Emblem also in the pipeline, Nintendo fans have plenty to look forward to on Switch 2.
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