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Mint
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Nintendo Direct Partner showcase highlights third-party titles coming to Switch and Switch 2
Nintendo's latest Direct: Partner Showcase, aired on Thursday, placed the spotlight firmly on third-party developers, offering a preview of what's in store for both the current Nintendo Switch and its successor, the Switch 2. According to a Polygon report, a wide range of announcements from publishers such as Capcom, Square Enix, EA, Ubisoft and others made for a packed lineup of games arriving in 2025 and beyond. Capcom Returns with Monster Hunter Stories 3 Capcom revealed Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, a new entry in the Monster Hunter Stories series, set to launch in 2026 for the Switch 2. The RPG-styled spinoff will continue the narrative-driven formula familiar to fans of the series. Square Enix Unveils Multiple HD-2D RPGs Square Enix confirmed two new titles in its HD-2D visual style. Octopath Traveler 0, a prequel to the original game, is scheduled for release on 4 December for both Switch and Switch 2. Another original RPG, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, will follow in 2026, exclusively for the Switch 2. New Look at Hyrule Warriors Spinoff Nintendo provided another look at Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, a Dynasty Warriors-inspired action game set in the Legend of Zelda universe. The title is still set for a vague 'winter' release. Katamari, Plants vs. Zombies, and Other Revivals Once Upon A Katamari will roll onto the original Switch on 24 October, marking the return of the quirky cult favourite. Meanwhile, EA is reviving Plants vs. Zombies in the form of Plants vs Zombies: Replanted, a remaster featuring local co-op and PvP modes, due on 23 October for both consoles. Tactical and Turn-Based RPGs Galore Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles will debut on 30 September across both platforms. Atlus' Persona 3 Reload is also heading to Switch 2 on 23 October, adding to the growing RPG slate. Action, Horror, and Open-World Adventures Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws arrives on Switch 2 on 4 September, promising an updated version of the open-world game. Meanwhile, Bloober Team's survival horror Cronos: The New Dawn, a spiritual successor to Silent Hill 2, will release on 5 September for the same platform. Retro and Franchise Releases Bandai Namco is set to release Pac-Man World Re-Pac 2 on 26 September, while Yakuza Kiwami and Yakuza Kiwami 2 will land on Switch 2 on 13 November. Sega's updated brawlers will take advantage of improved visuals on the newer hardware. Sports Games in Focus EA Sports titles are making a return to Nintendo's ecosystem. Madden NFL 26 kicks off on 14 August, followed by EA Sports FC 26 on 26 September. Arcade basketball title NBA Bounce joins them the same day, offering a light-hearted 3-on-3 experience. More Titles Announced for Switch 2 Other notable releases include: Apex Legends, launching alongside a new season on 5 August. Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, due on 14 November. Just Dance 2026 Edition, arriving on 14 October for the original Switch. Hela, a whimsical open-world game set for 2026. Chillin' by the Fire, a relaxation-focused campfire simulator, available now for Switch 2 with social features enabled via the camera accessory. The showcase indicates strong support from third-party developers as Nintendo transitions toward its next generation of hardware.
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nintendo Direct July 2025: Star Wars Outlaws, Apex Legends and more games coming to Switch consoles
Nintendo held its latest Direct showcase event today (July 31). At this virtual event, the Japanese game developer mainly focused on third-party games coming to Switch and Switch 2 consoles. In this event, the company showcased titles like Star Wars Outlaws and Apex Legends that are coming to Nintendo consoles. This marks the first Nintendo Direct since the launch of the Switch 2 console a couple of months ago. The Partner Showcase event provided a look at games from external developers slated for release on Switch and Switch 2, later this year. First-party titles like Mario, Metroid, or Zelda were not featured in the event, yet the presentation included various game announcements. Nintendo Direct July 2025: List of games coming to Switch consoles Here is a list of all the games that are coming to the Switch and Switch 2 consoles: Monster Hunter Stories 3 : Twisted Reflection by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Access all TV channels anywhere, anytime Techno Mag Learn More Undo Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection has been announced for a 2026 release. The game features a Rathalos rider in a world facing a disaster called the Encroachment, which is pushing two kingdoms toward war. A mysterious egg and the appearance of Magnamalo were also teased. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Nintendo shared a new gameplay trailer for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, revealing that the game will connect canonically to Tears of the Kingdom. While no specific release date was announced beyond "Winter," the trailer confirmed the presence of characters like Princess Zelda and King Rauru. Octopath Traveler 0 Octopath Traveler 0 is coming to Switch 2 on December 4. A prequel with HD-2D visuals, it follows a customisable protagonist on a journey to rebuild their hometown, Wishvale. The game features turn-based combat, town-building, and over 30 recruitable party members. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is a new action RPG from Square Enix coming to Switch 2 in 2026. It follows Elliot, an adventurer from the Kingdom of Huther, as he explores mysterious ruins with his fairy companion, Faie. Unlike Octopath Traveler, this game features real-time combat, with Elliot using seven weapon types and Faie offering AI or co-op-controlled support. Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles received a new preview ahead of its September 30 release. The update includes fully voiced dialogue, improved graphics, and various gameplay enhancements. Madden NFL 26 Madden NFL 26 returns to Nintendo with a release on Switch 2 set for August 14. Pre-ordering the deluxe edition before August 7 grants seven days of early access. EA Sports FC 26 EA Sports FC 26 arrives on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on September 26, 2025, featuring revamped gameplay, Manager Live Challenges, and new Archetypes inspired by football legends. Persona 3 Reload Persona 3 Reload launches on Switch 2 on October 23, offering an updated take on the classic RPG. Players can build relationships by day and battle during the Dark Hour by night. Hela Hela is a charming co-op adventure game starring an adorable mouse with a magical frog backpack. Inspired by Scandinavian folklore, it features heartwarming storytelling and a nature-filled world. The game is set to release in 2026 with both online and local co-op modes. Star Wars: Outlaws Star Wars: Outlaws is coming to Switch 2 on September 4. A new gameplay trailer showcased how the game runs on Nintendo's latest console. Plants Vs. Zombies: Replanted Plants Vs. Zombies: Replanted arrives on Switch and Switch 2 on October 23. The HD version features local co-op, PVP, and a retro Peashooter skin for those who pre-order. Cronos: The New Dawn Cronos: The New Dawn launches on Switch 2 on September 5. This third-person survival horror from Bloober Team features time travel across a brutal future and 1980s Poland. Once Upon a Katamari Once Upon a Katamari arrives on October 24, 2025. Players must restore the stars by rolling up objects, with online modes, customisation, and new music included. Chillin' by the Fire Chillin' by the Fire is out now. This cosy campfire simulation lets players relax and keep their flame alive in various scenic locations, with online and GameShare support. Yakuza Kiwami 1 & 2 Yakuza Kiwami 1 & 2 arrive on Switch 2 on November 13. These remakes of the PS2 classics include upgrade discounts for existing owners of Yakuza Kiwami on Switch. Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac launches on September 26, 2025, as a modernized, enhanced, and upgraded version of the classic platformer. Just Dance 2026 Edition Just Dance 2026 arrives this October with 40 new tracks and support for up to six local players. Apex Legends Apex Legends comes to Switch 2 on August 5, 2025, alongside Season Showdown. Players can unlock a free exclusive Pathfinder skin until September 16. Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero hits Switch and Switch 2 on November 14, 2025, with motion controls and custom timeline scenarios. Apart from these, some other games were also announced at the showcase, which are also heading to the Switch consoles. It includes: Borderlands 4 (October 3) Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven (Out Today!) Hello Kitty Island Adventure - Wheatflour Wonderland (Fall 2025) Shinobi: Art of Vengeance (Demo Available Now Before Its Launch Date of August 29) NBA Bounce (September 26) Goodnight Universe (November 11) Sony WF-C710N Review: Solid Sound and Long Battery AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Engadget
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Engadget
Plants vs. Zombies is getting an HD remaster with co-op
The iconic tower defense game Plants vs. Zombies is getting an HD remaster. Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted heads to the Switch and Switch 2 on October 23, as revealed during this morning's Nintendo Direct livestream. As the name suggests, it's a remake of the very first PvZ game, going all the way back to 2009. This is the first time we're seeing a version of the original title on a Nintendo platform since the DS . This is more than just a simple HD refresh. The graphics have been upscaled, which is nice, but EA has also added new levels and plenty of secrets to uncover. The refresh will even include local co-op and PvP, which should be fun. The PSN and Xbox Live Arcade versions of the game, released in the early 2010s, had a co-op mode, but not's not true of many other iterations. Preorders are open right now, and early birds will receive a retro Peashooter skin when the game launches. It remains to be seen if the game will come to other platforms beyond Nintendo's hybrid consoles. However, it's very likely to pop up on just about everything before too long. As for the rest of today's Nintendo Direct , it was a muted affair focusing on third-party titles. Square Enix announced a new Octopath Traveler game and Atlus revealed that Persona 3 Reload is coming to Switch 2 . There was also a bizarre-looking game about building a campfire .
Engadget
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Engadget
Chillin' by the Fire is a relaxing, co-op campfire sim that's out today on Nintendo Switch 2
Thursday's Nintendo Direct showcased some interesting games, but none seemed more relaxing than one called Chillin' by the Fire . This is a campfire sim from Oink Games in which you'll build and grow a fire. You'll split and stack firewood, dry out wet logs before adding them to your blaze and fan the flames by blowing on 'em. It's important not to have too little or too much wood in a fire at any given time, and you might have to deal with elemental factors like low temperatures on a snowy mountain. The main aim of Chillin' by the Fire is to build a level 10 blaze, but there are other ways to play. In survival mode, you'll have a limited stock of firewood and have to figure out how to pass the flame between logs to keep it burning. There's also a multiplayer feature called Playground, in which you can compete with friends to construct the biggest fire (messing with them is an option here) or work together. Chillin' by the Fire supports GameShare, so you only need one copy to play with up to three other people online (they'll each need a Switch 2) or locally (on separate Switch or Switch 2 systems). It supports GameChat as well, so you can have you and your buddies' heads hanging out by the fire, where you can roast marshmallows, set off fireworks or carry out the time-honored tradition of telling spooky campfire stories ( Are You Afraid of the Dark? -style) as your heads hover in the air. It all seems quite lovely, in truth. These days, I like the idea of camping more than actually camping. No, thank you. Too many bugs. So, Chillin' by the Fire seems right up my alley. It's out today on Nintendo Switch 2 and it costs $15.
Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Watch: Nintendo Direct showcases new 'Hyrule Warriors,' 'Octopath Traveler'
July 31 (UPI) -- Nintendo on Thursday livestreamed a new Direct presentation that featured upcoming Switch 2 games from third-party partners. The show kicked off with a cinematic trailer for Capcom's Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, which is coming to Switch 2 in 2026. The game, which features a stylish, animated art style, is the first Stories entry in the Monster Hunter franchise since Wings of Ruin in 2021. The Plants vs. Zombies series will also return with Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted, which brings back the franchise's classic, tower defense gameplay. Replanted, which releases on the original Switch and Switch 2 on Oct. 23, also features new co-op and PvP modes. Nintendo also released a new trailer for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, which is coming to Switch 2 this winter. The action game, which takes place before the events of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, has players taking on large waves of enemies. Nintendo said more info about the game will be announced soon. Developer and publisher Square Enix ended the show with two games: The first, titled The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, is an action role-playing game that features HD-2D graphics and co-op capability. Players take on the titular hero on a grand, fantasy-themed quest. The game is coming to the Switch 2 in 2026 with a demo available for download today. Square Enix also showcased another entry in their critically-acclaimed role-playing series Octopath Traveler, titled Octopath Traveler 0. The game, which also features HD-2D graphics, is coming to the original Switch and Switch 2 on Dec. 4. Square Enix said players will start from zero in the new game as they go on a quest for restoration and retribution. Players will also be rebuilding their hometown. Other games showcased and announced for Switch 2 include Once Upon a Katamari which arrives on Oct. 24, Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero on Nov. 14, Pac Man World 2 on Sept. 26, Apex Legends on Aug. 5 and Star Wars Outlaws on Sept. 4.
