In 2022, Nintendo Switch will witness the arrival of Splatoon 3, taking players to uncharted, ink-free territories.
Get ready, gamers! The Nintendo Direct presentation on February 17, 2021, unveiled an array of exciting new games and releases for the Nintendo Switch. Here's a rundown of what's in store for your gaming adventures.
Upcoming Releases
World's End Club (May 28)
Prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey as the creators of the cult classic Danganronpa and Zero Escape series present World's End Club, launching for Nintendo Switch on May 28.
Knockout City (May 21)
Gear up for a team-based dodgeball extravaganza with Knockout City, available on May 21. This fast-paced game will have you diving, dodging, and launching balls to claim victory.
Neon White (Winter 2021)
Experience lightning-fast action as you exterminate demons in Heaven in Neon White, a first-person action game launching for Nintendo Switch this winter.
Apex Legends (March 9)
Join the battle royale fray with Apex Legends, a free-to-play game that launches on March 9, featuring a Legendary Pathfinder skin and 30 free levels for the Season 8: Mayhem Battle Pass.
Outer Wilds (Summer 2021)
Embark on an acclaimed and award-winning space adventure with Outer Wilds, launching on Nintendo Switch this summer.
Splatoon 3 (2022)
Splash into the Splatlands, a new region with a city called Splatsville, in Splatoon 3, scheduled for release in 2022. Although the exact date was not specified in the Direct, it has since been confirmed as September 2022.
SAMURAI WARRIORS 5 (Summer 2021)
Step into the world of feudal Japan with SAMURAI WARRIORS 5, featuring revamped character designs and a vibrant, illustrated art style, launching this summer.
MONSTER HUNTER RISE (March 26)
Brave the challenges of a Rampage story event and gear up for action with MONSTER HUNTER RISE, available on March 26, featuring a Nintendo Switch Deluxe Edition with the game and Deluxe Kit DLC.
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD (July 16)
Experience an enhanced version of the classic game with improved controls, graphics, and framerate in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD, launching on July 16.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity (DLC)
Prepare for two waves of DLC, with the first wave coming in June and the second hitting in November, for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity.
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout (Summer 2021)
Claim the crown in the chaotic and fun obstacle course game Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout, launching on Nintendo Switch this summer.
Mario Golf: Super Rush (June 25)
Swing into action with Mario Golf: Super Rush, an upcoming installment in the Mario Golf series, featuring Speed Golf mode and story mode, launching on June 25.
NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection (June 10)
Unleash your inner ninja with NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection, featuring three action-packed entries in the acclaimed NINJA GAIDEN series, launching on June 10.
Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection (Feb. 25)
Face off against hordes of enemies in the classic side-scrolling platformer Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection, launching for Nintendo Switch on Feb. 25.
Miitopia (May 21)
Customize your own adventure with Miitopia, a game starring customizable Mii characters, launching on May 21.
Tales from the Borderlands (March 24)
Return to the unforgiving world of Pandora with Tales from the Borderlands, launching on Nintendo Switch on March 24.
No More Heroes 3 (August 27)
Slash your way through action-packed battles as the crass, Beam Katana-wielding assassin Travis Touchdown in No More Heroes 3, launching on August 27.
DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power (June 4)
Join the DC Super Hero Girls in an action-packed adventure with DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power, launching on June 4.
DLC Fighters for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Pyra/Mythra from Xenoblade Chronicles 2 join the roster of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as DLC fighters. Pyra/Mythra DLC was available starting February 24, 2021, in Japan and March 4, 2021, elsewhere. Other DLC fighters are scheduled for release progressively throughout 2021 and beyond.
Other Announcements
- Capcom Arcade Stadium, featuring dozens of Capcom's most beloved arcade classics, launches on Nintendo Switch later today.
- Project TRIANGLE STRATEGY, a tactical role-playing game from SQUARE ENIX, launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch in 2022.
- Star Wars: Hunters, a free-to-play online multiplayer game set between the events of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and Star Wars: The Force Awakens, launches in 2021.
- BRAVELY DEFAULT II saves the Crystals and the continent of Excillant with the help of four new Heroes of Light, launching exclusively for Nintendo Switch on February 26.
- Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir and Famicom Detective Club: The Girl Who Stands Behind, two Nintendo deep cuts from Japan, are coming to the U.S. for the first time, localized with English text and fully modernized for Nintendo Switch.
- Hades, the winner of numerous Game of the Year awards, is getting a physical release on Nintendo Switch, launching on March 19.
- Stubbs the Zombie in Rebel Without a Pulse eats its way onto Nintendo Switch on March 16.
- The physical edition of hit game Hades is announced for the Nintendo Switch.
- The Nintendo Switch family of systems will receive more than 30 games, with many launching by this summer.
- The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD, with updated control options, is an announced Nintendo Switch game.
- In addition to the new games, Nintendo Switch owners can also look forward to downloadable content such as Pyra/Mythra from Xenoblade Chronicles 2 joining the roster of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
- For those who love classic accessories, Nintendo Switch controllers are essential for an immersive gaming experience.
- Parental controls are available on Nintendo Switch to ensure a safe gaming environment for children.
- If you're a fan of Super Mario games, you'll be excited for the upcoming release of Mario Golf: Super Rush.
- For support and troubleshooting assistance, users can turn to Nintendo's customer service.
- The legendary World's End Club is one of the many downloadable games that will be available on Nintendo Switch.
- To add more entertainment to your collection, consider getting NES games like The Legend of Zelda or Super Mario Bros. from the Nintendo Eshop. In addition, Animal Crossing games are also available for download on the Nintendo Switch.
