Nintendo recently held its latest Nintendo Direct presentation, unveiling a range of thrilling games set to release on the Nintendo Switch console. With a mix of new releases and remasters, Nintendo fans have a lot to look forward to in the coming months and years. Here are the key highlights:
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Get ready for the next installment in the iconic 2D side-scrolling Super Mario series. Arriving on October 20, players can step into the shoes of Mario, Luigi, Peach, Daisy, and Yoshi, and experience new power-ups like the Wonder Flower that transform the levels in exciting ways.
- Super Mario RPG: Nintendo is remastering the classic SNES RPG for the Nintendo Switch. Join Mario, Bowser, Peach, Mallow, and Geno on an epic quest to stop the Smithy Gang. The game is set to release on November 17, offering fans a chance to relive this beloved title.
- Pikmin 4: For fans of the Pikmin franchise, the wait is almost over. The next entry in the series will arrive on July 21. As a new recruit in the Rescue Corps, players can explore the planet’s surface and underground caves, engage in intense Dandori Battles, and embark on nighttime expeditions with the help of new Glow Pikmin. A demo for the game will be available on June 29.
- Remasters of Pikmin and Pikmin 2: As an added treat for fans, Nintendo has also released HD remasters of the first two Pikmin games for the Switch. Players can jump right into these charming and strategic adventures today.
- Detective Pikachu Returns: Prepare for a new cinematic adventure starring the witty, talking Pikachu detective. Launching on October 6, players can help Pikachu solve mysteries in the captivating world of Ryme City.
- WarioWare: Move It!: The beloved microgame series is back, and this time, players will physically move their bodies to complete over 200 fast-paced microgames. Utilizing the motion controls of the Joy-Con, up to 4 players can enjoy this energetic gaming experience starting from November 3.
Nintendo also announced various exciting downloadable content (DLC) and additions, including:
- Pokemon Scarlet and Violet DLC: Pokemon fans can expect two parts of downloadable content, “The Teal Mask” in fall 2023, and “The Indigo Disk” in winter 2023, for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe DLC: The Booster Course Pass DLC’s fifth wave brings a new course called Squeaky Clean Sprint, along with playable characters like Petey Piranha, Wiggler, and Kamek. Fans can anticipate this DLC arriving in summer 2023.
Nintendo’s third-party partnerships are also thriving, with a range of upcoming games to look forward to, including Batman: Arkham Trilogy, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, Mythforce, Palia, Penny’s Big Breakaway, Fae Farm, Star Ocean: The Second Story, Persona 5 Tactica, Vampire Survivors, Silent Hope, Headbangers Rhythm Royale, Gloomhaven, Manic Mechanics, and Hot Wheels Unleashed 2.
With such a diverse and enticing lineup, Nintendo Switch owners can eagerly anticipate many hours of gaming entertainment in the near future. For more detailed information about these announcements, be sure to visit Nintendo’s website.