Nintendo Switch 2 News (Page 5)
Friday6th Feb 2026
News Stunning Cinematic Platformer 'Planet Of Lana 2' Leaps Onto Switch 1 & 2 Next Month
With a free demo to come
Wishfully Studios and Thunderful's cinematic puzzle/platforming sequel, Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf, has looked more stunning with every gameplay reveal. Its latest trailer is no exception, of course, but this one comes with a bonus bit of info: a release date. Yes, it has been revealed that Children of the Leaf...
Thursday5th Feb 2026
Guide Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase February 2026: Every Announcement, Game Reveal, Trailer
How would you rate it?
And there you have itm folks, the February 2026 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase has come and gone, giving us 30 minutes of video game goodness for both Switch 2 and Switch 1. And it seems like third-parties are queueing up around the block to get their games on the newest system! If you happened to miss the Partner Showcase...
News Chrono Trigger, Xenogears Writer Is Releasing A Brand New RPG On Switch 2
And it may well be a reworking of a mobile favourite
In a blink-and-you'll-miss-it moment during today's Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, you may have caught a glimpse at a cute-looking RPG called Another Eden Begins. Coming to Switch 2 and Switch 1 this summer, it features time travel, turn-based combat, ten different endings, and New Game+. What...
Watch Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase February 2026 - Live!
Partners in crime
The rumours all pointed towards a February Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, and now we are mere moments away from it getting underway — who would have thought it! Yes, Nintendo is continuing its hot streak of Direct presentations today, with a 30-minute showcase dedicated to the third-party releases we can expect to see coming...
News Surprise! Hollow Knight - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Launches Today
Who could have seen that coming?
Back in December, we learned that the original Hollow Knight would be getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of its own at some point in 2026. In true Team Cherry style, things have been radio silent ever since, but a newly-emerged PEGI rating may suggest that we're closer to release than we had initially expected...
News Hamster's 'Console Archives' Is The Closest We'll Get To Virtual Console In 2026
Cool Boarders and Ninja Gaiden II launch today
Publisher Hamster has announced that Rave Racer will be added to its Arcade Archives collection on 26th February 2026. But that's actually not the most interesting announcement. It's also been confirmed that a new Console Archives initiative is underway for the Switch 2 starting today, with Cool...
News Two Big Cross Platform Switch 2 Games Might Have Leaked Ahead Of Today's Direct
Here we go...
Nintendo's upcoming Partner Direct is right around the corner, but two major titles may have already leaked. The games in question – Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition – are known quantities, but according to prominent leaker billbil-kun via
News Nintendo Clarifies That Labo VR Will Not Work With Virtual Boy For Switch Online
Update: Nintendo issues a statement
Virtual Boy for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack (we'll never get over Nintendo's naming conventions at the moment) is right around the corner, launching on 17th February 2026. But if you're not keen on splashing out on the $66.99 / $99.99 replica or its cheaper cardboard equivalent, then you might be in...
PSA Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Is Surprisingly Cheap On The UK eShop Right Now
Its estimated file size has also been revealed
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has a release date for the Switch 2, and it's out on 3rd June 2026. If you're really keen to get your pre-order in, then the UK eShop is currently offering a 20% discount ahead of release, bringing the price down from £49.99 to £39.99. Not bad! At the moment, there's no...
News Metroid Prime 4's "Combined Sales" Have Surpassed One Million, Nintendo Confirms
Following its release on Switch and Switch 2 last December
There was some shock earlier this week when Nintendo's financials seemingly confirmed that neither the Switch or Switch 2 version of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond had cracked one million sales. So, how about the combined figures? Well, Game File journalist Stephen Totilo has now reached out to...
News Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition Launches 24th February for Switch 2
Roguishly handsome or handsomely roguish?
Bethesda has announced that Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition will launch on the Switch 2 on 24th February 2026. The original game released back in 2015 (Jesus wept), but this new release is essentially the definitive vision for the apocalyptic adventure. You've got the base game, six official expansions, and...
News Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Gets A Release Date For Switch 2
Get cracking on Remake, folks!
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will launch on Switch 2 on 3rd June 2026. The direct sequel to Final Fantasy VII Remake takes our heroes out into an "open world" of sorts as they explore the environments outside of Midgar. It was originally released back in 2024 and is directed by Naoki...
News Splatoon 3 Receives A Fresh New Update (Version 11.0.1), Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Download it now
Splatoon 3 received a major update last month, adding health bars and more, and it's now been followed up with the release of Version 11.0.1. This latest update addresses multiple bugs, including fixes to player controls and fixes to the game's multiplayer. Here's the full rundown, courtesy of Nintendo's official support page:...
News Square Enix's Gorgeous HD-2D Zelda-Like 'The Adventures Of Elliot' Launches This June
One in a Millennium
It might have one of the most forgettable titles out there, but Square Enix's The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is still looking gorgeous. What's more, it has finally picked up a Switch 2 release date. The HD-2D adventure cropped up in today's Partner Showcase with an 18th June release date attached — and...
News Resident Evil Requiem's Amiibo Get The Spotlight In A New Switch 2 Trailer
They look... okay?
Resident Evil Requiem has received a new trailer as part of Nintendo's Partner Direct showcase, and while most of the gameplay has already been revealed elsewhere, we got our first proper look at the game's amiibo figures. As an aside, it was really funny to see just how careful Capcom has been to avoid showing any blood in the...
News Oblivion Remastered Is Adventuring Onto Switch 2 This Year
Sweet (roll)
Bethesda closed out today's Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase with a trio of announcements, but it was the final surprise that really got us excited. Yes, you read that headline correctly, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is making its way to Switch 2 at some point this year. We don't have a precise release date outside of...
News Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok Soars Onto Switch 2 In July
The Gran is always bluer on the other side
Cygames has announced that Granblue Fantasy: Relink is making its way to Switch 2 in a new 'Endless Ragnarok' package. Set to come out way on 9th July, this is the same Relink experience that so many know and love from back in 2024, with a couple of new bells and whistles to mark the Switch 2 release...
News Pragmata Looks Awesome In New Switch 2 Trailer, Free Demo Arrives Today
No Cap(com)
Capcom popped up at the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase to reveal another look at Pragmata, which arrives on Switch 2 on 24th April 2026. The Switch 2 footage looked pretty strong. Everything seemed to be running at a solid 60fps, which is a welcome sight given how combat-heavy this one appears. After a chance encounter, spacefarer...
News Indiana Jones Cracks His Whip On Switch 2 On 12th May 2026
The Great Circle awaits
Looking forward to Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on the Switch 2? Well, good news, because it's finally emerging on 12th May 2026. Developed by MachineGames of Wolfenstein fame, The Great Circle sees Indy embark on an epic adventure that takes him across Vatican City, Giza, the Himalaya Mountains, and more. Blending...
News Switch 2 Exclusive 'Orbitals' Mixes Anime Visuals And Co-Op Puzzle Platforming This Summer
To infinity...
After catching our eye at The Game Awards last year, we were delighted to see more of Orbitals in today's Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, particularly with a 'Summer 2026' window attached to it. In case you missed this one back in December, Orbitals is a co-op-only space adventure from Japanese indie dev Shapefarm and Keplar...
News Tales Of Arise Comes To Switch 2 In May, Includes Beyond The Dawn DLC
Arisen for a new console
The Tales of series is on a bit of a roll at the moment, and Switch 2 owners have something to celebrate, as Tales of Arise - Beyond the Dawn Edition is coming to the console on 22nd May 2026. it's getting both a physical and digital release. For those not in the know, Tales of Arise is the most-recent entry in Bandai...
Video 14 Exciting Games Coming To Switch And Switch 2 In February 2026
These residents are evil
Gosh, how is it February already? We don't know about you, but January actually flew by this year, and looking at the stacked line-up of games for the next few weeks, we suspect we'll be seeing March before we know it. Yes, February is set to deliver a bunch of bangers for the Switch and Switch 2 (so much so that we're...
News Pro-Evolution Soccer Successor 'eFootball' Is Getting A Switch 2 Exclusive Spin-Off
Just in time for the World Cup
Konami had a pretty presence during today's Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase. But Bomberman wasn't the only franchise making its appearance on Switch 2, as Konami announced eFootball: Kick-Off!, which will be exclusive to Nintendo' newest console when it launches this summer. Amazingly, this is the first time...
News Digimon Story Time Stranger Makes The Leap To Switch 1 & 2 This July
Pre-orders open today!
The legend is true, Digimon fans! After shifting over one million copies since its launch last year, Digimon Story Time Stranger is heading to Switch and Switch 2 later this year on 10th July. This monster-taming RPG sees you transported eight years into the past to solve the mystery of your world's collapse. You'll be...
News Valheim Brings A Slice Of Viking Survival To Switch 2 This Year
Skål!
Well, here's a port that we weren't expecting! Coffee Stain Studios has announced that the popular Viking survival game Valheim will be coming to Switch 2 in 2026. Having launched into Early Access back in 2021 before expanding to other platforms two years later, Valheim might feel like a bit of a known quantity at this point. But hey, it's...
News Disney Dreamlight Valley Will Be Part Of Your Switch 2 World This March
It's a free upgrade for Switch 1 owners
Gameloft's smash hit Disney life sim, Disney Dreamlight Valley, is getting a native Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on 25th March 2026. The game briefly popped up during today's Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase as part of the sizzle reel, confirming the tease that the developer dropped
Wednesday4th Feb 2026
News Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Game Boy Library With Two More Titles
Available now
As we enter February, Nintendo has today announced two more titles for the Switch Online's Game Boy library. Following the recent Super Mario Galaxy Movie Yoshi reveal, Nintendo seems to be continuing the Yoshi celebrations with the release of the 1991/92 puzzle-themed Game Boy title Yoshi. Alongside this, Nintendo has locally...
News Super Mario Party Jamboree Updated For Switch 2 And Switch (Version 2.3.0)
Download it now
Super Mario Party Jamboree has received its first update of 2026, and it adds some general changes as well as other improvements. Most notably, there's now support for Thai and Polish, and apart from this, players can expect "several other adjustments and fixes" under the game's general changes to improve the overall experience...
Rumour Xenoblade Chronicles Voice Actor Might Have Leaked Evidence Of A New Release
Are you feeling it?
Rumours about a new Xenoblade Chronicles release have started to circulate online today after a possible "leak" on the casting platform Spotlight. The page of voice actor Caitlin Thorburn (who voiced multiple roles in the second game) has reportedly been updated to reference a "Xenoblade Chronicles" project due out in 2026...
"I think there are people who have trouble connecting with cute characters"
There are plenty of notable things about 4PGP, which launches on Switch and Switch 2 today – the iconic (but unlicensed) 1990s F1 cars, the 120Hz visuals (on Switch 2) and the four-player split-screen mode – but I have to admit that, as a seasoned arcade fan, the...
Talking Point Nintendo Direct February Partner Predictions - What Do You Want To See?
What's it gonna be?!
Well folks, with Nintendo's financials out of the way, the only logical next step is a Direct, and we're getting a Partner Showcase tomorrow, 5th February 2026! As is customary, we thought it wise to throw a bunch of predictions into the ring and see what Nintendo's partner publishers might be cooking up for the Switch and...
News Overwatch 2 Ditches The Number In Huge Overhaul, Switch 2 Version Announced
Five new heroes are coming next week
Big changes are coming to Overwatch 2 very soon, with a brand new season dropping on 10th February. But the biggest change comes in the form of a new name. Announced today during the Overwatch 2026 spotlight, the game's director Aaron Keller announced that Overwatch 2 is ditching the number, mean
News Nintendo's Share Price Drops 11% Following Its Financial Release
Investors be fickle
Nintendo released its latest financial report this week for Q3 of fiscal year 2026, confirming that the Switch 2 has sold 17.38 million units. Despite all of the numbers going up, investors have nevertheless flinched at immediate market conditions and ongoing concerns around component prices. As such, Nintendo's share price has...
News Borderlands 4 Switch 2 Development Paused, According To Take-Two
Following a delay last September
Last September, 2K Games and Gearbox Software announced Borderlands 4 had been delayed for Switch 2. The plan was to spend a little extra time to deliver the "best possible experience" on Nintendo's new system, but it appears the plan has changed. In Take-Two's latest earnings results (the parent company of 2K...
News This Mario Tennis Fever Ad Is Giving Us Big Nintendo Wii Vibes
Ace!
Nintendo is gearing up for its next Switch 2 release of the year in Mario Tennis Fever, which will serve up tons of multiplayer fun and expensive adventure mode on 12th February 2026. So, it's no surprise we've got a brand new commercial to prepare us for some time on the courts with our friends and family. But it's also reminding us of days...
News Drag x Drive Scores Its First Switch 2 Game Update Of 2026, Here Are The Patch Notes
It's time to shoot some hoops
The team-based competitive title Drag x Drive has received two major updates since it hit the court last August, and today Nintendo has released the game's first update of 2026. This one is a much smaller patch. It bumps the game up to Version 1.2.1, and apparently addresses some issues to improve the overall game...
News Pokémon To Kick Off 30th Anniversary Celebrations At The Super Bowl
New England Patrat-riots v Seattle Sea-Hawluchas, anyone?
Pokémon will be at the Super Bowl! No, they're not taking to the field — we're not sure we'd want to see some cute critters get trampled on during the biggest night in sports (though we reckon Machamp could sack Drake Maye or Sam Darnold), but the franchise will be bringing a commercial to...
Tuesday3rd Feb 2026
News Nintendo Reconfirms Release Windows For Major Upcoming Switch 2 Games
Lots to look forward to?
As is customary with its financial reports, Nintendo has reconfirmed the release windows for its major upcoming games across Switch and Switch 2. The headliners here are undoubtedly Mario Tennis Fever, Pokémon Pokopia, and Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Switch 2 Edition, all of which will be dropping in February and March.
Preview So Far, Super Mario Bros. Wonder On Switch 2 Isn't Making A Great Case For Itself
Lacking attraction
When Super Mario Bros. Wonder launched in 2023, I felt an overwhelming sense of relief. Finally, after a deluge of perfectly serviceable yet uninspiring ‘New’ entries, it felt like 2D Mario had gotten its mojo back. Fast-forward to 2026 and Wonder is making its grand return with a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on 26th March, but...
Preview Five Takeaways From My Time With Virtual Boy On Nintendo Switch Online
Oh boy
Given that fans were expecting (or perhaps hoping, to be more accurate) to see DS games added to Switch Online, the upcoming inclusion of Virtual Boy on 17th February 2026 is quite possibly the biggest surprise from Nintendo in recent years. Did anyone really ask for this? Probably not. Is it pretty neat regardless? Definitely. Although the...
Round Up The Final Previews Are In For Mario Tennis Fever
Ace!
We are rapidly approaching launch day for Nintendo's next first-party release, Mario Tennis Fever, and, following a series of hands-on sessions, the final previews are starting to roll in. While we here at Nintendo Life don't have a full written preview for Mario's latest sporting shenanigans, the wonderful Ollie Reynolds sat down with equally...
News Dispatch Uncensored Physical Switch Release Apparently Not Possible
And it's "no comment" on "why separate SKUs were not possible"
The release of the superhero workplace comedy game Dispatch on Switch and Switch 2 hasn't exactly panned out as expected. In case you somehow missed it, there has been a lot of back-and-forth over the past week about censorship in the Nintendo versions of the game. It resulted in the...
News Stardew Valley Creator Teases Two More Marriage Candidates For Update 1.7
"I'll reveal who it is on the anniversary day"
Stardew Valley celebrates its 10th anniversary later this month. Yes, really. On 26th February 2026, ConcernedApe's monumental farming sim will turn a decade old. It came to Switch in 2017 and, in the time since it's release, has sold millions of copies and has consistently received a number of big free...
News Here's A Look At The Best-Selling Switch And Switch 2 Games So Far
Pokémon Legends: Z-A surpasses 12 million
As part of its latest financial report, Nintendo has showcased the best-selling Switch and Switch 2 games so far. There are only a handful of games to peruse from the Switch 2, with Metroid Prime 4: Beyond conspicuously absent. In fact, Nintendo has not made mention of Retro Studios' latest in any capacity...
News Nintendo Will "Carefully Consider" A Switch 2 Price Increase, Says Furukawa
Rising memory prices may soon put pressure on profits
Nintendo's latest financial report paints a positive picture for the Switch 2, with the console comfortably outpacing, well, pretty much everything that's come before it. Since launching in June 2025, its now shifted an astonishing 17.37 million units, and is well on track to hit its forecasted...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined
Here's what the critics had to say
Square Enix has hit the ground running in 2026, and February marks the launch of Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined. If you haven't already seen our own review and score, we gave this reimagined release nine out of ten stars, calling it the "most fun version" of this particular entry yet, and well worth a look if you're...
News Switch 2 Storms Towards Its Forecast Target With 17.37 Million Units Sold
The competition is Ninten-DOOMED
Nintendo has released its financial data for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026, confirming that the Switch 2 has now sold an astonishing 17.37 million units since launch in June 2025. 17.37 million! If you remember, Nintendo increased its forecast for Switch 2 sales back in November 2025 from 15 million to 19...
Preview Pragmata Might Wind Up Being The Biggest Surprise Of 2026
Excitement, hack-tivate
I have to be honest, I really didn't expect to love Pragmata as much as I do. Early trailers were certainly intriguing, but from a gameplay standpoint, I thought it looked bland and uninspiring. Maybe Capcom’s uncharacteristically lengthy development for the game played a part (it was originally revealed in 2020), but...
News Pokémon 30th Anniversary Nintendo Store Event Announced (US)
Pokémon Day is almost here!
Pokémon Day is taking place later this month, and ahead of this annual event, Nintendo has announced its US-based stores located in New York and San Francisco will be hosting special events. They're inviting trainers to celebrate the series' 30th anniversary, which will take place on 27th February 2026. Here's the full...
"I hope that, through developing this title, I too have grown"
2026 marks 40 years of the Dragon Quest series, a staggering achievement for one of the RPG genre's biggest and brightest. Known for its cosy atmosphere, warm character, humour, and iconic art, Dragon Quest is due a big year, and Square Enix is kicking things off with a brand new...
