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Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic getting Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch physical release in Japan with English support, pre-orders open
Touhou Koumakyou: New Classic – the Embodiment of Scarlet Devil will receive a physical release on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 in Japan on December 17, 2026, with English language support. This version features upgraded visuals, arranged music by ZUN, and a new mode, alongside the original 2002 gameplay.
Hitman: Absolution – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition physical release confirmed
Limited Run Games has confirmed a physical release for Hitman: Absolution – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, which will include the entire game on cartridge and also be compatible with the original Nintendo Switch. The digital version is set to launch tomorrow, October 22, with physical pre-orders opening on October 30, 2026.
Final Fantasy Resonance Nintendo Switch 1 vs. 2 differences detailed
This article details the differences between Final Fantasy Resonance on the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The Switch 2 version offers improved performance with 60 FPS, sharper image quality, and significantly faster loading times compared to the Switch's 30 FPS and longer waits. Physical releases also differ, with the Switch 2 using a game-key card while the Switch uses a full cartridge.
Rise of the Tomb Raider unveils Nintendo Switch 2 physical release
Limited Run Games has announced a physical release for Rise of the Tomb Raider on the Nintendo Switch 2, including a standard and collector's edition. This complete edition includes all previously released DLC and exclusive content, with pre-orders opening on October 9, 2026.
The Séance of Blake Manor getting Nintendo Switch 2 physical release, Morsels Switch 1 physical release
Lost in Cult has announced physical releases for The Séance of Blake Manor on Nintendo Switch 2 and Morsels on Nintendo Switch. The Séance of Blake Manor is a supernatural detective mystery, while Morsels is a fast-paced creature collecting roguelite. Both will be full cartridge releases.
Tales of Eternia Remastered physical release detailed
Tales of Eternia Remastered will receive a physical release in Europe and Japan for both Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2. However, the North American release will be digital-only, and the Switch 2 version will utilize a game-key card instead of a cartridge. The game is set to launch on October 16, 2026.
I Guess I’ll Delete Every PS5 Game I Own To Make Room For FF7 Revelation
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is expected to have a massive file size, potentially around 200GB, according to game director Naoki Hamaguchi. This large download size raises concerns about storage space on platforms like the PlayStation 5, leading players to consider deleting existing games. Despite the digital-only nature of the download, Square Enix is committed to delivering some form of physical product.
You can now save $10 on a physical copy of Metroid Ravenous for Nintendo Switch 2
A $10 discount is currently available on physical copies of Metroid Ravenous for the Nintendo Switch, bringing the price down to $60 from its usual $70. This offer matches the digital price and is available on Amazon, though it does not apply to the sold-out special edition. A similar discount is also available for Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
SEGA: Persona 6 will get physical release on Switch 2, likely to be Game-Key Card
SEGA has confirmed that Persona 6 will receive a physical release on the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. The company considers 'Game-Key Cards' as physical releases, suggesting Persona 6 might follow the format of Persona 3 Reload.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity Switch 2 physical is a Game-Key Card
A physical release for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity - Definitive Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2 will utilize a game-key card instead of a traditional cartridge. This information was revealed following a recent Nintendo Direct presentation.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity – Definitive Edition is a game-key card on Nintendo Switch 2
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity - Definitive Edition will be sold as a game-key card on Nintendo Switch, meaning there will be no true physical release worldwide. This format has been met with dissatisfaction from collectors, as it requires players to download the game data. This follows a similar release for Pokemon Pokopia, while most other Nintendo Switch games receive traditional physical releases.
Escape from Ever After receiving Nintendo Switch physical release
Super Rare Games, in partnership with Sleepy Castle Studio, Wing-It Creative, and HypeTrain Digital, has announced a physical release for the Nintendo Switch adventure RPG Escape From Ever After. Pre-orders for the 4,000 standard copies begin September 10th, featuring the game, a manual, sticker, and trading cards.
Lies of P: Complete Edition Has The Full Game On the Card Because Director is a “Proud Gamer”
Jiwon Choi, director of Lies of P, stated that the decision to include the full game on the cartridge for the Nintendo Switch 2 Complete Edition was a natural choice for him and his team at NOUGH Studio, who identify as 'proud gamers.' The physical release of Lies of P and its Overture DLC for the Nintendo Switch 2 was a priority, aiming to be a gift to fans. Choi also discussed the challenges and research involved in porting the game to the new hardware, highlighting the Unreal Engine's capabilities and Nintendo's well-organized documentation.
Control Resonance has Gone Gold, Physical Release Delayed to October — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Remedy Entertainment's upcoming game, Control Resonant, has gone gold, but its physical release has been delayed to October 15th. The digital version will still launch on September 24th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This delay affects Remedy's first major release since Alan Wake 2, following the less successful multiplayer title FBC: Firebreak.
The Midnight Walk to receive Nintendo Switch 2 physical release
Super Rare Games, in collaboration with MoonHood and Fast Travel Games, has announced a physical release for the dark fantasy adventure game The Midnight Walk on the Nintendo Switch 2. Pre-orders for both standard and special editions begin on August 13, with limited quantities available. The game features a unique stop-motion claymation art style and was initially released digitally in March.
Full Metal Schoolgirl Nintendo Switch 2 physical release in the works
Limited Run Games has announced a physical release for the action game Full Metal Schoolgirl on the Nintendo Switch 2. The physical edition will include a booklet and a significant amount of DLC, with pre-orders opening on August 14, 2026. The game features a cyborg heroine battling a dystopian corporation in a skyscraper setting.
Billbil-kun: Diablo IV arriving on Nintendo Switch 2 September and will be code in box
Retail leaker Billbil-kun reports that Diablo IV will launch on the Nintendo Switch on September 2nd. While a physical version will be available, it will contain a code in the box rather than a traditional cartridge.
Diablo 4 Leak Reveals Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date, Price and Code-in-a-Box Physical Release
A recent leak suggests that Diablo 4 will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 next month. The leak also indicates details regarding the game's price and a code-in-a-box physical release for the platform.
Nintendo Switch 2 physical releases announced for Sektori and Dread Delusion, Switch 1 physical release for Easy Delivery Co.
Lost in Cult has announced physical releases for three games: Sektori and Dread Delusion for the Nintendo Switch 2, and Easy Delivery Co. for the original Nintendo Switch. These limited editions will include various extras and are aimed at collectors. Sektori and Dread Delusion are developed by solo developers Kimmo Lahtinen and Sam C. respectively, with Dread Delusion also involving publisher DreadXP.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate announced Nintendo Switch 2 physical release, teases new DLC character, more
Super Evil Megacorp announced a physical "Legendary Edition" of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate for Nintendo Switch 2, launching October 27, 2026. This edition includes new DLC characters, an expansion, past free updates, and a digital art book. The studio also teased future content coming later this summer.
