Danganronpa 2
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2027 Upcoming Games Release Schedule
This article provides a comprehensive release schedule for video games anticipated in 2027. It details specific titles with their planned release months and platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Games with broader 2027 release windows are also listed.
Nintendo pre-order updates – September 13, 2026 – Nintendo Direct games galore
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK for the week of September 13, 2026. It details upcoming game releases, amiibo figures, and books with their respective release dates and retail availability.
Danganronpa 2×2 reveals Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch frame rate, resolution
Danganronpa 2×2 will run at 1080p docked and handheld on the Nintendo Switch 2, matching the original Nintendo Switch's docked resolution. The original Switch will run at 1080p docked and 720p handheld. Frame rates are variable between 30-60 FPS across platforms. PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X will support 4K resolution, while Xbox Series S will run at 1080p.
Games Inbox: Which was the best game in the Nintendo Direct?
Readers discuss the recent Nintendo Direct, with particular praise for Metroid Ravenous and the remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Some express disappointment over the lack of major Mario franchise titles and question Nintendo's development priorities, while others praise the volume of indie games and the potential for the Switch 2.
New Metroid, Kirby, Persona, and More Announced in Nintendo Direct on September 9, 2026 - NintendoFuse
Nintendo held a Direct presentation on September 9, 2026, revealing over 50 titles for the Nintendo Switch 2, including new installments in the Metroid, Kirby, and Persona series. Several DLC packs, game updates, and amiibo were also announced, with some titles also releasing on the original Nintendo Switch.
September 2026 Nintendo Direct recap announcement
Nintendo has released a recap of its September 2026 Nintendo Direct, detailing numerous upcoming game announcements for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. Highlights include new titles like Metroid Ravenous and Kirby and the World Beyond, along with enhanced editions of existing games and remakes across various genres.
Everything announced at today's Nintendo Direct — from a new 2D Metroid game to a surprise Mario Kart World…
The latest Nintendo Direct showcased a plethora of new games and updates for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Highlights include a new 2D Metroid title, Metroid Ravenous, and an open-world Kirby game called Kirby and the World Beyond. Numerous ports, DLCs, and remasters were also announced for various franchises including Monster Hunter, Final Fantasy, Resident Evil, and Mario Kart World.
Danganronpa 2×2 gets Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date
Spike Chunsoft has announced the release date for Danganronpa 2x2. The game will launch on January 14, 2027, for both the Nintendo Switch 2 and the Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo pre-order updates – September 6, 2026 – Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Fate/Extra Record, Art of Splatoon 3, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order as of the week of September 6, 2026, across various regions including the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming game releases, amiibo figures, and books, along with their respective release dates and retailers.
Danganronpa 2×2 is now a game-key card on Nintendo Switch 2, game no longer on the cartridge
Spike Chunsoft has announced that Danganronpa 2 will be sold on a game-key card instead of a full cartridge for the Nintendo Switch 2. This change affects all regions, and pre-orders from the Spike Chunsoft Official Store US will be canceled and refunded. The game is scheduled to launch in early 2027 for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch.
Nintendo pre-order updates – August 16, 2026 – Minecraft Dungeons 2, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video game pre-order updates for the week of August 16, 2026, across various regions including the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2, covering a wide range of titles and their respective release dates and retailers.
Nintendo pre-order updates – August 9, 2026 – Attack on Titan 3, The Walking Dead: Streets of Survival, more
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for the week of August 9, 2026, detailing upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2. The list includes a wide variety of games across different genres, with many titles scheduled for release in late 2026 and some extending into 2027.
Danganronpa dev on killing off characters in Danganronpa 2×2, says “it doesn’t matter if a character is popular or not”
Danganronpa creator Kazutaka Kodaka stated that no character in Danganronpa 2x2 is safe from death, regardless of their popularity. The upcoming Nintendo Switch title, scheduled for 2027, will feature both original and new scenarios. Kodaka also requested that players refrain from sending hate mail regarding character eliminations.
"I wouldn't have time to make the game while playing GTA 6," says Danganronpa creator, so obviously he…
Kazutaka Kodaka, the creator of Danganronpa, has stated that the upcoming Danganronpa 2x2 remake's release has been delayed to 2027 to avoid launching alongside Grand Theft Auto 6. Kodaka humorously explained that he wouldn't have time to develop his own game if he were playing Grand Theft Auto 6. The delay also allows for more development time on the remake, which will feature a 30-hour original mode and a 35-hour 'Slayhem' mode.
Danganronpa creator reflects on first game’s slow sales start, originally no plans for sequel, and how things turned around with Danganronpa 2
Danganronpa series creator Kazutaka Kodaka reflected on the franchise's challenging start, noting that the first game had slow initial sales and no immediate plans for a sequel. Sales eventually picked up through word-of-mouth, and a sequel, Danganronpa 2, was developed with a different tone and improved mystery elements. The full mainline series is available on Nintendo Switch.
Danganronpa's ride or die creator "considered quitting" after a sequel to his high school killing drama was initially turned down: "I didn't want to work on another project"
Danganronpa creator Kazutaka Kodaka revealed that a sequel to the original game was initially rejected by Spike Chunsoft due to poor sales of the first title on PlayStation Portable. Kodaka considered quitting before a Danganronpa Zero light novel project led to the eventual greenlighting of Danganronpa 2, which is now considered a fan favorite.
Nintendo pre-order updates – July 26, 2026 – LEGO Donkey Kong arcade, Hasbro Zelda toys, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video game and merchandise pre-order updates for the week of July 26, 2026, across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including games like Elden Ring, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 2, as well as amiibo and Hasbro Zelda toys.
Nintendo pre-order updates – July 19, 2026 – Cult of the Lamb Collector’s Edition, Tormented Souls 2, Observer, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video game pre-order updates for the week of July 19, 2026, across various retailers and regions including the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, covering a wide range of titles from major franchises to indie games, along with amiibo and book releases.
Nintendo pre-order updates – July 12, 2026 – Avatar Legends, Dragon’s Dogma, The Crew Motorfest, Unbeatable, more
Nintendo has provided updates on pre-order availability for various games across multiple regions, including the United States, Canada, and the UK. Titles such as Splatoon Raiders, Elden Ring, and Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 are listed with their respective release dates and retailers. The article also details upcoming amiibo releases and book pre-orders related to games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Danganronpa 2×2 Delayed to Early 2027, Slayhem Mode Details Revealed
Danganronpa 2×2 has been delayed to early 2027, moving from its original 2026 release window. The game will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and the upcoming Switch 2. Developer Gemdrops and publisher Spike Chunsoft also detailed the new 'Slayhem Mode,' an alternate story with significant changes to plot and characters, offering 20% more content than the 'Original Mode' which features updated visuals of Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair.
