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The Duskbloods closed network test set for summer
FromSoftware announced that a closed network test for their multiplayer action game, The Duskbloods, will be held this summer. The game, which features player-versus-player-versus-environment combat and blood-based powers, is set to launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.
Switch 2 exclusive Orbitals arrives September 3
The game Orbitals is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 in September. The title has been in development for some time.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave launches in September for Switch 2
Nintendo has announced that Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 17, 2026. The tactical RPG features four playable characters and a story centered around the Heroic Games within the Dagdan Empire. This release date places it ahead of Grand Theft Auto 6.
HD-2D Final Fantasy Resonance comes to Switch and Switch 2 in October
Final Fantasy Resonance, the first HD-2D style Final Fantasy game with refined turn-based combat, has been announced for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. It is set to launch on October 22, 2026. The article also mentions a restock of the physical Final Fantasy I-VI Pixel Remaster Collection Anniversary Edition for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4.
Xenoblade Genesis announced during Nintendo Direct, coming in 2027 to the Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo announced Xenoblade Genesis during a recent Nintendo Direct, slated for a 2027 release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Additionally, all previous Xenoblade Chronicles titles are receiving enhanced versions for the Nintendo Switch 2, with staggered digital and physical releases beginning later this year.
Xenoblade Genesis Announced For Switch 2, Launching 2027
Nintendo has announced Xenoblade Genesis for the Nintendo Switch 2, slated for a 2027 release. The trailer revealed a massive open world set inside a planet, intense anime-style combat, and a new 'Anima' system. Nintendo will also release special editions for the first three Xenoblade games for the Switch 2.
Xenoblade Chronicles Genesis is coming in 2027, and it looks very different to Monolith Soft's last JRPG trilogy
Monolith Soft has announced Xenoblade Chronicles Genesis, a new entry in the series set to release in 2027 for the Nintendo Switch 2. This new title will lean heavily into fantasy RPG elements, diverging from the sci-fi blend of the previous trilogy. Additionally, all three Xenoblade Chronicles games are receiving enhanced "Nintendo Switch 2 Edition" releases with improved resolution, framerates, and new bonus content.
Pikuniku 2 announced for Switch 2, PC
Devolver Digital and Sectordub have announced Pikuniku 2, a sequel to the puzzle adventure game, for Nintendo Switch 2 and PC, slated for release in 2027. The game will feature new whimsical adventures, playful puzzles, and strange encounters as players guide Piku through an archipelago.
Star Fox demo now available
A demo for the Nintendo 64 reboot of Star Fox is now available on the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features overhauled character designs, revamped stages, cutscenes, fully voiced dialogue, and an orchestral soundtrack, with optional Joy-Con mouse controls and a new GameChat feature. Star Fox is scheduled for release on June 25.
Dragon's Dogma 2 getting Nintendo Switch 2 port and Dark Arisen DLC later this year
Capcom announced that Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, an expanded version of the game, will be released on October 9th for Nintendo Switch 2, PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The DLC will introduce a new snowy area and is a port of the original Dark Arisen content. The base game will also receive permanent discounts and gameplay enhancements.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort coming to Switch 2 this October
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, a sequel to Nintendo Switch Sports and spiritual successor to Wii Sports Resort, is set to launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 22, 2026. The game will feature 12 sports on Wuhu Island, including new additions like Thumb Wrestling and Skateboarding.
Earth Defense Force 5 coming to Switch 2 on October 8; Earth Defense Force 6 this winter
D3 Publisher and developer Sandlot announced that Earth Defense Force 5 will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 8, with Earth Defense Force 6 following this winter. Both titles will support multiple languages and are being ported by Yuke’s. Earth Defense Force 5 is currently available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC, while Earth Defense Force 6 is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC.
Pikuniku 2 enters the third dimension in 2027
Pikuniku 2, the sequel to the 2017 puzzle-exploration game, is set to launch in 2027 for PC and Nintendo Switch 2. This installment will feature a 3D graphical style and continue the quirky adventure of Piku and friends as they explore an archipelago after a mishap during a picnic.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Sets September 2026 Release
Nintendo revealed Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave during the June 2026 Nintendo Direct, announcing a September 17, 2026 release date for the Nintendo Switch 2. The upcoming strategy RPG will feature a dynamic turn-based combat system, expanded from Fire Emblem: Three Houses, and will be available in a special edition. The game is set in the Dagdan Empire and centers around four heroes battling in an arena, with influences from Roman and Greek mythology.
Big Walk will stroll onto PC, PS5 and Switch 2 in August
Big Walk, a co-op online walking and talking game from the creators of Untitled Goose Game, is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2 on August 4th. The game focuses on players hiking together in an open world, encountering challenges and puzzles, with mechanics like walkie-talkies and megaphones to maintain communication.
Xenoblade Genesis announced for Switch 2
Nintendo has announced Xenoblade Genesis, a new installment in the Xenoblade series, for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console. The game is slated for a 2027 release, with further details to be revealed at a later date.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave crams itself into an already packed-out September 2026 on Switch 2
Nintendo announced Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave will launch on September 17, 2026, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2. This new entry in the tactical role-playing series will feature four main protagonists and a narrative set during the 'Heroic Games.' A physical edition with bonus items will also be available on the same day.
Xenoblade Genesis announced
Nintendo and Monolith Soft have announced Xenoblade Genesis, a new entry in the Xenoblade RPG series. The game is currently in development for the Nintendo Switch 2 and is slated for a 2027 release.
Xenoblade Chronicles series Nintendo Switch 2 Editions announced
Nintendo and Monolith Soft have announced Nintendo Switch 2 Edition versions for the Xenoblade Chronicles series, starting with Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition. These enhanced editions will feature 4K resolution in TV mode and 60 frames per second, with Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and 3 also receiving new content and features. Release dates for the digital and physical versions span from June 2026 to December 2026.
Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition now available
Koei Tecmo and Gust have released Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, featuring improved resolution, framerate, and shorter loading times compared to the original Switch version. An upgrade pack is available for existing owners, and the game is currently on sale for $39.89 until June 22.
