Yesterday, Nintendo announced that it is having a Partner Showcase Nintendo Direct happening today, revealing games from its publishing partners making their way to both the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 systems. Here’s everything that was announced.
The next entry in the Monster Hunter Stories series was announced. Twin Rathalos born in a twist of fate. Their appearance sets the stage for a new tale of Riders and Rathalos to unfold. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Refelection will launch for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.
A new Katamari Damacy entry is coming to Nintendo Switch. Once Upon A KATAMARI has players rolling their Katamari through time itself, journeying through the urassic Period, Ice Age, historic Japan, and more eras to rebuild the starry sky. The game launches on October 24, 2025.
Just Dance 2026 Edition features 40 new tracks from chart-topping hits to timeless classics like “APT.” by ROSÉ & Bruno Mars, “Houdini” by Dua Lipa, “Counting Stars” by OneRepublic and “Hung Up” by Madonna. This year features an all-new Co-Op Party Mode that players can dance together with fun twists to the Just Dance experience. The game launches on October 14, 2025.
DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO will make its way to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 later this year on November 14. The return of the beloved Budokai Tenkaichi series features the largest roster in franchise history with over 180 playable characters. Players can relive iconic moments in Episode Battle, create dream scenarios in Custom Battle, and take on friends in a variety of Versus modes.
Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted is a remaster of the original Plants vs. Zombies experience, now in glorious HD. The game will make its way to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 23, 2025.
EA SPORTS FC 26 will make its way to Nintendo Switch 2 on September 19 for those who pre-order the Ultimate Edition with early acess. The Standard Edition launches on Septeber 26. EA SPORTS FC 26 features overhauled gameplay powered by community feedback. Players can enjoy Manager Live Challenges that bring fresh storylines to the new season, and Archetypes inspired by the greats of the game.
PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC comes to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on September 26, 2025. This update includes modern graphics, expanded levels including PAC-Village, quality of life improvements, and voice acting.
FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles is also coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on September 30, 2025.
Persona 3 Reload, the reimagining of the genre-defining RPG will make its way to the Nintendo Switch 2 later this year on October 23, 2025.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 this Winter. Players will experience the Imprisoning War that ultimately led to the events of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
EA SPORTS MADDEN NFL 26 will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 14, 2025.
Chillin’ by the Fire is a campfire simulation game where you build and maintain campfires in a variety of different relaxing locales including a beach, forest, or snowy mountain top. To add to the challenge, each location has differing weather and climate that players must keep in mind when growing their campfire. Up to four players can gather around the same fire. The game is available now on Nintendo Switch 2.
Apex Legends will be available for Nintendo Switch 2 on for the launch of the new season “Showdown” on August 5, 2025.
In Hela, players take on the role of a tiny mouse exploring a stunning world inspired by Scandinavian folklore. Wander through magical forests, tranquil lakes, and rugged mountains, all brought to life with cozy exploration and playful surprises. The game launches in 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2.
Star Wars Outlaws, the first-ever open-world Star Wars game will make its way to Nintendo Switch 2 on September 4, 2025.
Cronos: The New Dawn, the next third-person survival horror title from Bloober Team will come to Nintendo Switch 2 on September 5, 2025.
Yakuza Kiwami and Yakuza Kiwami 2 will make their way to Nintendo Switch 2 on November 13, 2025. Both games will support French, Italian, German, Spanish, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, and Russian for the first time ever and feature enhanced graphics and improved frame rates.
Borderlands 4 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 3, 2025.
Goodnight Universe launches on November 11, 2025. Players are put in the role of a 6-month old baby developing mysterious pyschic powers.
NBA BOUNCE is a new arcade-style basketball game launching on September 26.
Cogimyun, a beloved new Sanrio character, is coming to Hello Kitty Island Adventure in the whimsical world of Wheatflour Wonderland. The DLC releases Fall 2025.
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is now available for Nintendo Switch 2. The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition features high-definition graphics, smoother frame rates, and decreased loading times. In this non-linear RPG, players will rule and expand the Varennes Empire across multiple generations, engage the Seven Heroes in a battle that spans millennia, and make choices that drastically alter the course of their journey.
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance launches on Nintendo Switch on August 29, 2025. A demo is available now in the Nintendo eShop.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is a brand new action-adventure RPG from the creators of OCTOPATH TRAVELER and BRAVELY DEFAULT. The game combines captivating HD-2D visuals and action-adventure gameplay to create a top-down journey in a wide-open world woven across time and space. Players will open new paths as you explore an untamed continent and reveal its mysterious history. Navigate battles with strategic support abilities provided by a helpful fairy. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales launches on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. A exclusive demo of the game is available now on the Nintendo eShop.
OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 is a prequel to the first game. For the first time in the series, play through the eyes of your own custom protagonist and rebuild your hometown. Players will journey to stop powerful villains using fast-paced, turn-based combat. The game features over 30 recruitable party members, an engaging story, and all-new features and returning core elements like the iconic HD-2D graphics and the Break & Boost battle system. OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 launches for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on December 4.