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Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition unveils Nintendo Switch 2 physical release
Meridiem Games and Bloober Team have announced a physical release for Layers of Fear: The Final Masterpiece Edition on Nintendo Switch 2, scheduled for September 18, 2026. This edition includes the base game, Inheritance DLC, The Final Note DLC, Layers of Fear 2, The Final Prologue, and The Lighthouse Chapter, along with a special case, lenticular postcard, and art book.
Indie Horror Fans Rejoice 'Little Goody Two Shoes' Gets Physical PS5 and Switch Editions via Limited Run Games
Limited Run Games has announced physical standard and Deluxe Editions for the horror adventure game Little Goody Two Shoes, developed by AstralShift and published by Square Enix Collective. Pre-orders for the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch versions will be open from April 17 to May 17. The Deluxe Edition includes several bonus items such as a collector's box, soundtrack, poster, and enamel pin.
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road getting Nintendo Switch 2 physical release in Japan
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road will receive a physical release in Japan for the Nintendo Switch on June 11, 2026. Previously, the game was only available digitally.
NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD PS5 physical ‘Subscriber Edition’ announced
Serenity Forge has announced a physical 'Subscriber Edition' for the game NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD, which will be released for the PlayStation 5. This special edition offers a physical copy of the game for fans.
Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium Switch Physical Release Announced, Pre-Orders Open Soon
Limited Run Games has announced a physical release for Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium on the Nintendo Switch. The collection will be available with five different cover art options and is priced at $44.99. Pre-orders are set to open soon, with estimated shipping between September and October 2026.
Another Always Online, Live Service PS5 Gacha Is Getting a Deluxe Physical Release
Wuthering Waves will receive a Deluxe Edition physical release on PlayStation 5, with the Japanese launch scheduled for April 30th. While the disc contains the full game, it will require significant patching due to the live service nature of the title. The Deluxe Edition is aimed at collectors and includes exclusive physical and in-game bonuses.
Pampas & Selene Nintendo Switch physical release in the works
A physical release for the game Pampas & Selene on the Nintendo Switch is planned for this summer. Unepic and Tesura announced that both standalone and collector's editions will be available, featuring reversible cover art and an instruction booklet.
Telenet Shooting Collection 1 + 2 Nintendo Switch physical release announced
Play-Asia has announced an exclusive physical release for Telenet Shooting Collection 1 + 2 on Nintendo Switch. Both a standard and a limited edition will be available, with the latter including several bonus items such as a mini case, a PC Engine HuCard design USB stick, an art book, and more.
Super Meat Boy 3D to get Nintendo Switch 2 physical special edition
Meridiem has announced that Super Meat Boy 3D will receive a physical special edition for the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5, with a release date of June 30th. A digital edition will be available on March 31st and also on Xbox Game Pass.
Super Meat Boy 3D announces Nintendo Switch 2 physical release
Super Meat Boy 3D will receive a physical release on Nintendo Switch 2 on June 30, 2026, according to developer Meridiem. Two versions will be available, including a standard edition with a sticker set and reversible cover.
VGP Nintendo Switch physical release reprint updates
Canadian retailer VideoGamesPlus (VGP) is actively restocking hard-to-find physical releases for the Nintendo Switch. This post serves as a running tracker for these restock updates, with shipping available to the United States and the UK. Recent restocks include titles from The Legend of Heroes series, Atelier Ryza trilogy, and Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition.
Mouse: P.I. for Hire physical release revealed for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch 1 version further delayed
Fumi Games and PlaySide Studios have announced a physical release for Mouse: P.I. for Hire on Nintendo Switch 2, scheduled for July 10, 2026. A standard edition will cost $29.99, while a "Mouseburg Edition" priced at $59.99 includes the game, a vinyl soundtrack, poster, comic book, and trading cards. The digital release for the original Nintendo Switch has been further delayed from April 16, 2026.
Front Mission 3: Remake secures Nintendo Switch physical release in the west
Front Mission 3: Remake will receive a physical release in the west, handled by Limited Run Games. Both a standard version and a collector's 'Classic Edition' will be available, following a previous physical release in Japan.
Shenmue 3 Enhanced officially confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, physical release, first trailer
Shenmue 3 Enhanced has been officially confirmed for the Nintendo Switch 2, with plans for a physical release that includes the full game on cartridge. The announcement also revealed the first trailer for the enhanced version.
Is this Game Trying to Kill Me will have a physical release on Nintendo Switch
Is this Game Trying to Kill Me is receiving a physical release on the Nintendo Switch, handled by Limited Run Games. This release will include a standard edition with a booklet, and follows the game's initial digital launch on the platform in April.
Limited Run Games Announces Fan-First Focus, Leadership Changes
Limited Run Games is implementing a renewed fan-first focus to improve communication and consistency in its physical game releases and preservation efforts. This initiative includes more regular updates and clearer delivery timelines. Alongside this announcement, President Josh Fairhurst has departed, with Nic Ashford and Brendan Madigan now sharing leadership responsibilities.
Dave the Diver is coming physically to consoles in Q3 2026
Silver Lining Interactive and MINTROCKET have announced that physical pre-orders for Dave the Diver are now available for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. The physical release is scheduled for Q3 2026.
Fear Not, Collectors, PS5's Star Wars: Galactic Racer Is Getting a Physical Release
Star Wars: Galactic Racer, developed by Fuse Games, will receive a global physical release for the PlayStation 5 later this year. Publisher Secret Mode has partnered with Plaion for distribution of the boxed copies. The arcade-style racing game is also available to wishlist on the PlayStation Store.
Always Online, Live Service PS5 Gacha Zenless Zone Zero Is Getting a Physical Release in the US, with More Regions to Follow
Zenless Zone Zero, a live service gacha game from HoYoverse, is receiving a physical PlayStation 5 release in the US, with plans to expand to other regions. The collector's edition includes various merchandise alongside the game disc. The article also touches on the game's upcoming update v2.7, featuring new characters and events.
Slime Heroes Nintendo Switch physical release on the way
Slime Heroes, previously a digital-only title on Nintendo Switch, is receiving a physical release courtesy of Limited Run Games. Pre-orders for the standard edition are now open, with each copy including a booklet.