After the Summer Game Fest, Nintendo has made a significant splash during not-E3-weekend with its own showcase. Today’s Nintendo Direct highlighted various new titles arriving on both the Switch and the much-anticipated Switch 2. For those who missed the live broadcast, we’ve summarized the key points from the event below.
### Rhythm Heaven Groove
The event kicked off with *Rhythm Heaven Groove*, the latest chapter in the beloved rhythm mini-game franchise. This new edition will encompass 80 brand new games, including an innovative rhythmic turn-based battle game, as well as over 30 multiplayer games that can be enjoyed in cooperative and competitive formats. The release date is set for July 2.
### Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Capcom’s eagerly awaited *Onimusha* installment is being launched for Switch 2 on September 25.
### Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen
From Capcom as well, *Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen*, an enhanced version of the action-RPG sequel scheduled for 2024, will debut on Switch 2 on October 9.
### Quick Updates
Shift Up will be bringing *Stellar Blade* to Switch 2 later this year, along with new cooperative content from *Orbitals* and a remake of *Rayman Legends Retold* from Ubisoft.
### Big Walk
Crafted by the team behind *Untitled Goose Game*, *Big Walk* is a cooperative experience slated for release on Switch 2 starting August 4.
### One Piece: Grand Gourmet
*One Piece: Grand Gourmet*, a restaurant management simulation featuring characters from the famed anime, will launch on both platforms on October 23, including mouse control support for Switch 2.
### Pokémon Pokopia
A free update for the life simulation *Pokémon Pokopia* will add the Dive ability, allowing players to explore underwater and establish towns. An expansion pass will also be available, with the first paid update set for August.
### Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave
A character showcase for the upcoming *Fire Emblem* tactical RPG, *Fortune’s Weave*, suggested a September 17 release for Switch 2.
### Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet
The first segment of the open-world co-op game *Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet* is slated for launch in spring 2027 on Switch 2.
### Donkey Kong Events
Nintendo Switch Online will feature a *Donkey Kong* “Challenge Event” showcasing challenges from a variety of games, running until September 1. Additionally, *Donkey Kong Bananza* will enjoy a limited-time crossover with the *Mario Bros.* franchise.
### Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton
A new title from the makers of *Vampire Survivors*, *Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton*, will present over 20 playable characters from the acclaimed franchise and is promised for Switch 2 later this year.
### Additional Announcements
– *Lords of the Fallen II* will launch this fall.
– *Lies of P: Complete Edition* is coming out on August 6.
– *Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition* will release on June 23.
– New editions of the *Xenoblade Chronicles* games for Switch 2 will boast enhanced graphics and will roll out between now and December 3.
### Upcoming Titles
– *Xenoblade Genesis* is under development for a 2027 launch.
– *Nintendo Switch Sports Resort* will provide motion-controlled sports and is set for release on October 22.
– *Runescape: Dragonwilds* will arrive on September 15.
### More Noteworthy Titles
– *Hello Kitty Party Land* (October 29).
– *Final Fantasy Resonance*, the first HD-2D title, is scheduled for October 22.
– *Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World* will launch on December 3.
– *Splatoon Raiders*, a new single-player experience, is slated for July 23.
### End of Presentation Highlights
The event concluded with several major announcements, including:
– *Kingdom Hearts* collections making their way to Switch 2 on October 8, with the capability of saving transfers from cloud versions.
– New footage of *Kingdom Hearts IV*, though without a specific release date announced.
– A highly anticipated remake of *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time*, featuring a teaser with Link, expected to launch later this year.
These announcements from Nintendo’s Direct have generated significant excitement among fans, paving the way for an impressive array of games across both new and returning franchises.