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The Witcher 3 Remastered Is Adding Dozens Of Upgrades And It Might Be Free For You
CD Projekt Red announced a remastered version of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, featuring numerous upgrades including improved visuals, combat, and a revamped skill tree. This remastered version will be free for existing owners and launches on September 29 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive features. The new story expansion, Songs of the Past, is slated for a 2027 release.
The Witcher 3 Remastered and Song of the Past DLC announced for Switch 2
A remastered version of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and a new DLC titled 'Song of the Past' have been announced for the Nintendo Switch 2. The remaster will be a free upgrade for existing owners of The Witcher 3 on Switch, featuring enhanced visuals and gameplay. The release date is set for September 29th.
LEGO Skylines Announced for Xbox, PlayStation, Switch 2 and PC
LEGO Skylines, a new city-building game developed by Iceflake Studios and published by Paradox Interactive, has been announced. The game will allow players to build and manage customizable LEGO cities and is set to release on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. A release date has not yet been confirmed.
The Witcher 3 Remastered announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Songs of the Past expansion confirmed
CD Projekt Red has announced that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered will be released on September 29, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring visual and gameplay enhancements. Additionally, a new paid expansion titled 'Songs of the Past' is slated for release in 2027, introducing a new region, quests, and story.
LEGO Skylines announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Paradox Interactive has announced LEGO Skylines, a customizable city-builder for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game allows players to design and manage their own cities, focusing on details like electricity, food, water, and citizen happiness. An official release window has not yet been provided.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 launches 29th September for Nintendo Switch 2
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 will launch on September 29th for the Nintendo Switch 2. The co-op third-person shooter is already available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Mewgenics comes to Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox Series X on September 8
The tactics game Mewgenics, developed by Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel, is set to release on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X on September 8. Geoff Keighley announced the console launch during Gamescom Opening Night Live. The game, which previously launched on PC, has been praised for its tactical design.
Stage Tour shares Nintendo Switch 2 release date, new trailer
Stage Tour, a rhythm-action game inspired by Guitar Hero, will launch on December 10, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features over 90 licensed songs, more than 180 guitars, and multiple ways to play, including a roguelite Tour Mode and cooperative multiplayer with cross-platform play.
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 receives Nintendo Switch 2 release date, new trailer
Daybreak Game Company and Cold Iron Studios have announced that Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 29, 2026. The co-op shooter expands to four players with new classes, more ferocious Xenomorphs, and customizable Specialist options. A new trailer showcasing the game has also been released.
Mewgenics comes to Nintendo Switch 2 this September
Mewgenics is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 and other platforms on September 8th for $40. The game will be available digitally via the Nintendo eShop. While a new trailer was not released, an older trailer offers a glimpse into the turn-based gameplay.
1001 Threads of Mizan announced for Nintendo Switch 2
MBC Game Studio announced 1001 Threads of Mizan, a co-op action-adventure game set in an Arabian fantasy world, during Gamescom Opening Night Live. The game is confirmed for a Nintendo Switch 2 release, though a specific launch date has not yet been revealed.
1001 Threads of Mizan announced for Nintendo Switch 2
1001 Threads of Mizan, a co-op action-adventure game set in an Arabian fantasy world inspired by One Thousand and One Nights, has been announced for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is planned for a 2027 release and features three heroes on a quest to defeat an ancient jinn king.
Oh Dear God, That Mega Man Pragmata Skin Is Horrifying
A new skin for the upcoming game Pragmata was revealed, allowing players to dress the characters Hugh and Diana as Mega Man and Roll. While intended as a nod to Mega Man, the design has been widely criticized for being unsettling and visually off-putting, particularly in contrast to the game's photorealistic art style.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo goes live on Nintendo Switch 2 today, new trailers
Capcom has released a new demo for Onimusha: Way of the Sword on Nintendo Switch 2, featuring an updated version with a second quest and a new boss. The game, set in Edo-period Kyoto, follows a samurai wielding the Oni Gauntlet to battle monstrous Genma. The protagonist, Miyamoto Musashi, is modeled after the late samurai movie legend Toshiro Mifune.
Age Twisters announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Krafton and Piccolo Studio have announced Age Twisters, a co-op narrative adventure game for the Nintendo Switch 2. Players will solve puzzles by freely changing their characters' ages, utilizing unique skills tied to different life stages to uncover hidden secrets and find a missing mother. The game supports a free Friend's Pass for co-op play, allowing one player to own the game while a friend joins for free.
Tinykin dev reveals Acornia: Mirror Worlds for Nintendo Switch 2
Splashteam, the developer behind Tinykin, has announced Acornia: Mirror Worlds for the Nintendo Switch 2, slated for release in 2027. This management adventure game combines shopkeeping in one dimension with combat against spirits in a dark mirror dimension called the Duramen.
Worms: Galactic Tactics announced for Nintendo Switch 2, another new Worms game in the works
Worms: Galactic Tactics has been announced for the Nintendo Switch 2, with a planned release in 2027. The announcement trailer also teased that another new Worms game is currently in development, though further details were not provided.
Lies of P director says he wouldn't settle for a game-key card on Nintendo Switch 2 because everyone at his studio…
Jiwon Choi, director of Lies of P at Nough Studio, stated that the studio plans a full physical release for the game's Complete Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2. This decision stems from the studio's identity as 'proud gamers' who value physical media and the concept of game ownership, contrasting with trends towards digital-only releases.
Nintendo offering two Nintendo Switch 2 bundles with Switch Sports Resort or Mario Kart World
Nintendo is releasing two Nintendo Switch 2 bundles in the coming months. One bundle will include Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, and the other will feature Mario Kart World, offering players new ways to enjoy motion-controlled sports and racing games.
Dispatch reveals Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch physical release
AdHoc Studio has announced physical editions for the game Dispatch, including a Deluxe Edition and a Steelbook Edition, both slated for release in Q4 2026. The physical versions will be compatible with both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Additionally, a 3xLP vinyl soundtrack release is planned, featuring music from the game and various artists.
