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Nintendo Releases Switch 2 Update 20.5.0 With General System Improvements - New Game Network
Nintendo has released system update version 20.5.0 for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, focusing on general system stability improvements. This update, released on September 29, 2025, is the sixth firmware update for the Switch 2 since its June 2025 launch. While official notes cite only stability enhancements, data miners suggest potential changes to time and account handling, possibly including backward compatibility fixes.
Capcom Confirms Triple Resident Evil Launch on Switch 2 - New Game Network
Capcom has confirmed that Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, Resident Evil Village, and the new Resident Evil Requiem will launch simultaneously on the Nintendo Switch 2 on February 27, 2026. Producer Masato Kumazawa explained that development tests showed smooth performance for Village and Requiem, while Resident Evil 7 had a baseline from its previous cloud release on the original Switch. The simultaneous launch aims to allow players to experience the series chronologically or start with the latest entry.
Yakuza Kiwami 3 Remake and Dark Ties Confirmed at RGG Summit 2025 - New Game Network
Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio announced Yakuza Kiwami 3 and a new companion story, Yakuza 3: Dark Ties, at the RGG Summit 2025. Yakuza Kiwami 3 is a full remake built on the Dragon Engine, featuring updated graphics, gameplay, and extended narrative scenes, with actor Teruyuki Kagawa voicing Go Hamazaki. Both titles will release together on February 12, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Persona 3 Reload director discusses the "graphics quality" of the Switch 2 version
Persona 3 Reload director Yoshihiro Komori stated that the team is satisfied with the graphics quality of the Nintendo Switch 2 version, despite starting development before the hardware was released. The game is set to launch on October 23, 2025, with a demo currently available.
Get another look at Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties and hear from the dev team in a new video
SEGA announced that Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Dark Ties will launch on February 12th, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The video showcases gameplay and behind-the-scenes footage from the development team, highlighting the reimagined combat and added story depth for Yakuza Kiwami 3, and the separate boxing-focused narrative for Dark Ties.
2026 Upcoming Games Release Schedule
The year 2026 is shaping up to be a significant one for video game releases, with numerous titles slated for launch across various platforms. This includes highly anticipated games like Grand Theft Auto 6, alongside many sequels and new IPs. The article provides a month-by-month breakdown of confirmed release dates and general 2026 windows for games on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
The Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games
This article ranks the top 50 games available for the Nintendo Switch 2, released in June 2025. The list includes a mix of new titles and enhanced ports of existing games, with Mario Kart World topping the sales charts and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Hades II receiving the highest critical ratings. Many Switch 1 games are playable on the Switch 2, with some offering paid upgrade packs for enhanced features.
The Best Nintendo Switch Platformers
This guide rounds up the best platforming games available on the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. It includes a variety of titles, from classic 2D side-scrollers to modern 3D adventures, featuring both first-party Nintendo franchises and popular third-party releases.
Super Mario Strikers – Nintendo Switch 2 (Gameplay)
Super Mario Strikers is now available on Nintendo GameCube as a Nintendo Classic, featuring widescreen support and running in docked mode on the Nintendo Switch 2. The article also expresses a desire for the release of Strikers Charged.
Resident Evil: Revelations – Nintendo Switch 2 (4K Gameplay)
Resident Evil: Revelations runs more smoothly on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering faster load times, a locked 60 fps frame rate, and 4K upscaling in docked mode. Enhanced motion controls are also available without requiring a patch.
Sega Drops Another Small Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S Patch For Switch 2
Sega has released patch version 1.0.5 for Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S on the Nintendo Switch 2, introducing the Puyo Tetris Doubles mode for local and online multiplayer. This update also addresses various bugs and resolves matchmaking issues, though replays from previous versions are not compatible.
Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp – Nintendo Switch 2 (4K Gameplay)
Gameplay footage of Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp running on the Nintendo Switch 2 shows smoother performance with faster load times, a locked 30 fps frame rate, and 4K upscaling in docked mode. The game also features a locked 30 fps frame rate in handheld mode, with battle cutaways running at 60 fps.
Persona 5 Strikers – Nintendo Switch 2 (4K Gameplay)
Persona 5 Strikers runs smoother and sharper on the Nintendo Switch 2 in docked mode, featuring faster load times, a locked 30 fps frame rate, and 4K upscaling without requiring a patch. The original Nintendo Switch's performance was more variable, targeting 30 fps with dynamic resolutions.
Civilization 7 – Nintendo Switch 2 (Mouse Gameplay)
Civilization 7 runs smoothly on the Nintendo Switch 2 in docked mode, featuring surprisingly effective full mouse controls. The game demonstrates the new hardware's capabilities, with the entire experience playable using just one Joy-Con.
Crash Bandicoot 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 (Gameplay)
Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time runs smoother on the Nintendo Switch 2 compared to the original Switch. The new console offers quicker load times, a locked 30 fps frame rate in both docked and handheld modes, and 4K upscaling when docked.
Streets of Rage 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 (Gameplay)
Streets of Rage 4 runs smoothly on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering minor improvements over the original Nintendo Switch version. The game maintains its sharp visuals and fast frame rate in docked mode, providing the same excellent experience with slightly faster load times.
Lego Jurassic World – Nintendo Switch 2 (Gameplay)
Lego Jurassic World runs significantly smoother on the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring faster load times, removal of input lag, a locked frame rate, and 4K upscaling without requiring a patch. This improved performance is observed in the game's docked mode.
Super Mario Sunshine – Nintendo Switch 2 (Gameplay)
Gameplay footage of Super Mario Sunshine running on the Nintendo Switch 2 has been released, showcasing an enhanced and smoother experience compared to the original GameCube release. The game achieves a locked 30fps at 1080p in docked mode and 60fps at 720p in handheld mode, resolving previous performance issues.
Nintendo Switch 2 launches on June 5, 2025
Nintendo has officially announced the Nintendo Switch 2 will launch on June 5, 2025, for $449.99, featuring a larger 7.9-inch screen, 4K docked output, and 256GB of storage. The console will support most original Switch games, with optional paid upgrade packs for select titles, and will introduce new features like GameChat and magnetic Joy-Con 2 controllers. Launch titles include Mario Kart World and Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, with more exclusives and third-party support from games like Elden Ring and Hades 2 confirmed.
Nintendo Switch 2 could finally catch up to PS5 and Xbox with this tech upgrade
A newly discovered patent suggests the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will feature a built-in voice chat system, including proximity chat. This upgrade would bring the console in line with modern online gaming standards set by PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, potentially improving multiplayer experiences for titles like Splatoon and Mario Kart.
