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Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch 2 is Nintendo's current flagship, with a fuller release calendar for late 2026 and 2027, a revised Europe model and subscription prices now set, and the original Switch being phased out in Europe. Coverage is split between the successor hardware, the Switch 2 Edition upgrade format, and continuing Switch peripherals and system fixes.

Synthesized from 30 Yomimono stories · updated Sep 18

The story across these stories is the split identity of the Switch line. The original Nintendo Switch remains the subject of system updates (a QR code fix in System Version 23.0.0, released September 10) and online subscription pricing that rose on July 1, 2026, with a maximum extension of 1,095 days at the old rates. Its European retail life ends in mid-February 2027, when the original Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED will not receive revised versions and will stop being sold there.

Nintendo Switch 2 carries the release calendar. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort is set for October 22, 2026, HORI is selling Umbreon and Espeon accessories in November 2026, and the Arcade Classic Pro controller is scheduled for early spring 2027. A recurring Switch 2 Edition format brings cross-generation upgrades at low prices: Dark Auction at 100 yen, Game Dev Story++ at 500 yen, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 at 1,000 yen, and Azure Striker Gunvolt Triangle Edition at 1,500 yen. Some of these upgrades add modes, costumes, and new Blades rather than resolution alone.

Hardware terms tightened in Europe in the reporting. Nintendo of Europe confirmed a Switch 2 with a user-replaceable battery for fall 2026, with revised Joy-Con, Joy-Con 2, and Pro Controller versions through early 2027, after the EU Battery Regulation takes effect in mid-February 2027. In the US, Circana put Switch 2 first-year sales at 5.9 million units, second behind the Game Boy Advance, as Nintendo Store microSD Express Card prices rose from 6,980 yen to 8,980 yen.

Key facts

Switch 2 launch-format expansion
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition released digitally on July 30, 2026, with the physical version on October 1, at 9,778 yen for the download and 1,000 yen for the upgrade pass. ↗
Upgrade pricing range
Switch 2 Edition upgrade passes range from 100 yen for Dark Auction to 1,500 yen for Azure Striker Gunvolt Triangle Edition, with Kairosoft titles at 500 yen. ↗
Switch 2 EU battery revision
Nintendo of Europe will release an improved Switch 2 with a user-replaceable battery in fall 2026, with the original Switch and Switch Lite discontinued in Europe after February 2027. ↗
Switch Online pricing
Nintendo Switch Online prices rose on July 1, 2026, with the individual 12-month plan going from 2,400 yen to 3,000 yen and the family plan from 4,500 yen to 5,800 yen. ↗
US first-year sales
Circana reported the Switch 2 sold 5.9 million units in its first 12 months in the US, behind only the Game Boy Advance at 6.5 million. ↗
MicroSD Express price increase
The Nintendo-licensed microSD Express Card 256GB rose from 6,980 yen to 8,980 yen at the Nintendo Store and other retailers, applied on August 17 or 18. ↗
Original Switch QR fix
Nintendo fixed a possible console information leak in System Version 23.0.0, released September 10, affecting the Album's Send to Smartphone function and Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit. Switch 2 is not affected. ↗
Switch Sports Resort release
Nintendo announced Nintendo Switch Sports Resort during the June 9, 2026 Nintendo Direct, featuring 12 sports including finger wrestling and skateboarding, for release on October 22, 2026. ↗
HORI controller pricing and window
HORI announced the HORI Arcade Classic Pro on September 14, 2026, at 39,980 yen including tax, with pre-orders through October 2 at the HORI Store and release scheduled for early spring 2027. ↗
Multilingual purchase condition
Nintendo resumed sales of the multilingual Switch 2 on the Nintendo Store with a 50-hour Switch playtime requirement and one unit per account; the Japanese domestic model remains available with a one-per-account limit. ↗

Timeline

Synthesized by Yomimono from the cited Yomimono stories below, each itself sourced, then editorially reviewed. Every fact links the story it came from.

Facts

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System Version 23.0.0 released, fixing QR code data leak issue · 2026-09-15

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  • Confirmed System Version 23.0.0 released, fixing QR code data leak issue Sep 20 · source

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17h ago

New Games This Week: Gears of War: E-Day, Dragon's Dogma 2, Kingdom Hearts

The week of October 5 brings a dense release slate across Japan and North America, led by three featured titles. Gears of War: E-Day arrives October 7 on Windows PC and Xbox Series X|S. Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen follows on October 9 across Windows PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. KINGDOM HEARTS Collection [I-III], a bundle of four Kingdom Hearts releases, arrives October 8 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. STAR WARS: Galactic Racer lands October 6 on Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5 for Nintendo Switch 2 appears October 8 on Switch 2. The week also carries Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival on October 8 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, and PAPERHEAD on October 9 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Roundups from Game Spark and Inside list dozens of smaller titles alongside these.

1d ago

SanDisk's Switch 2 microSD Express Card Gets 512GB Model On October 1

SanDisk will release a 512GB version of its Nintendo-licensed microSD Express Card for the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, priced at 28,980 yen. The card joins a 256GB model that has been the only capacity in SanDisk's officially licensed microSD Express line until now. The 256GB card carries Mario's "M" mark, while the 512GB version has a Fire Flower printed on it. Sales have already started at Amazon, Rakuten, and Yahoo Shopping. The article notes that the 28,980 yen price appears to be affected by recent rises in memory and SSD semiconductor prices. The announcement comes as a separate Princeton 1TB microSD Express Card, verified for Switch 2, is on sale at Amazon.co.jp for 39,800 yen, down from a 55,400 yen reference price, though that card is not a Nintendo-licensed product.

Sep 19

CCFOLIA Brings 47 Table Games To Nintendo Switch 2, And Refuses To Referee Them

CCFOLIA, the online TRPG session tool, is behind Table Game World CCFOLIA for Nintendo Switch 2, a digital collection of 47 table games spanning board games, TRPGs, and murder mysteries. Playable at Tokyo Game Show 2026, the title withholds turn prompts and rule enforcement, letting players run the table themselves, with each game's rules readable in-game at any time.

Sep 17

Hori Sets November 2026 Launch For Umbreon And Espeon Switch 2 Accessories

Hori will release the Umbreon & Espeon Starlight Night line of Nintendo Switch 2 peripherals and accessories in November 2026. The lineup has three items: a Quilted Medium Pouch and a Shoulder Pouch, both 4,980 yen including tax, and a Wired Hori Pad TURBO at 5,480 yen including tax. The controller also supports Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch (OLED Model), in TV mode only.

Sep 17

holo Indie Sells Treasure Mountain Tenkomori Switch 2 Edition

CCMC Corp. put Holo no Treasure Mountain Tenkomori Ver. Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on sale Thursday, September 17, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, developed by B-SiDE. The 3D puzzle game costs 2,800 yen, with a 400 yen Upgrade Pass for owners of the Switch version and support for Japanese, English, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), and Russian.

Sep 15

HORI Announces Arcade Classic Pro Controller With Swappable Units

HORI announced the HORI Arcade Classic Pro for Nintendo Switch 2 on September 14, 2026. The arcade controller is built for Hamster's Arcade Archives series and similar titles, and it supports Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 11 PCs over XInput. The price is 39,980 yen including tax. Pre-orders opened September 14 and run through October 2 at the HORI Store. The chassis measures about 50 by 29 by 11 centimeters and weighs roughly 2.0 kilograms without units. Eight buttons sit in the center of the top surface, and units mount on the left and right sides. The box includes four units: an 8-direction stick, a trackball, a paddle, and a loop lever, and they can be combined freely. HORI cites Qix for 4-direction stick input, Cybattler for the trackball, Arkanoid for the paddle, and Front Line for the loop lever. Rapid-fire and assignment functions are included. Release is scheduled for early spring 2027.

Sep 15

Nintendo Reports Switch QR Code Data Leak Fixed In System Version 23.0.0

Nintendo published a notice about a possible console information leak on Nintendo Switch. A third party could read QR codes shown on screen during the Album's Send to Smartphone function and while using a kart in Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit. Both cases require the QR code to be displayed on the Switch itself, and Switch 2 is not affected. The issue was fixed in System Version 23.0.0, released September 10.

Sep 12

Otomate Party 2026 Night Show Reveals VELVET CANDY TINT KISS And GENROH Switch Port

The September 12 night performance of Otomate Party 2026 announced a slate of new titles. VELVET CANDY TINT KISS is a romance adventure about kissing, set in modern Japan. GENROH for Nintendo Switch lists Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite as its platforms. The event OTOMATE LOGBOOK PAGE02. "9 R.I.P. sequel" is scheduled for November 22, 2026, with two performances.

Aug 28

Pioneer Unveils SOUND TECTOR Portable Gaming Speakers for Switch 2

Pioneer will release two SOUND TECTOR portable gaming speakers, the TQ-PG400K in black and the TQ-PG400WB in white, in mid-September. They work with Nintendo Switch 2, Switch, and USB Type-C smartphones. The battery-less units draw power directly from the connected device and include a charging-only port so the console can charge while in use. The price is open, estimated around 12,000 yen including tax.

Aug 17

Nintendo Switch 2 microSD Express Cards Rise 2,000 Yen at Nintendo Store

The Nintendo-licensed microSD Express Card 256GB for Nintendo Switch 2, sold by SanDisk and Samsung, has been quietly raised in price at the Nintendo Store and other retailers. The cards, previously priced at 6,980 yen including tax, now sell for 8,980 yen, a 2,000 yen increase. The price revision was applied on August 17 or 18, depending on the source, and no official announcement from Nintendo or the manufacturers has been confirmed. The Nintendo Switch 2 only supports microSD Express cards, a new standard with faster read and write speeds, and standard microSD cards from the original Switch are not compatible. As of the time of writing, the SanDisk version is out of stock at the Nintendo Store, while the Samsung version remains available. This follows a May price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2 console itself, which rose from 49,980 yen to 59,980 yen. Sources attribute the rise to semiconductor and memory shortages, as well as global inflation.

Aug 9

This Week's New Game Releases: Oblivion Remastered, Arknights, Hell Let Loose: Vietnam

Game Spark and Inside have published their weekly roundup of new game releases for the week of August 10 through August 16, covering both Japan and North America. The featured titles include The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, scheduled for August 12 on Nintendo Switch 2 in Japan and North America, and Arknights, set for August 13 on Windows PC. Hell Let Loose: Vietnam launches August 14 on Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Other highlighted releases include BLAZBLUE ENTROPY EFFECT X - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on August 13, Wild Blue Skies on August 14, and Panzer Knights: Commander's Edition on August 13. The lists span multiple platforms, including Windows PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. Notable North American releases include No More Room in Hell 2 on August 11 and EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27 on August 13. The roundup notes that release dates are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion.

Aug 7

Inti Creates Shows Gunvolt GX Trailer for Switch 2 Edition

Inti Creates released a promotional video for the additional scenario Gunvolt GX, included in Azure Striker Gunvolt Triangle Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, launching October 22. The scenario features Gunvolt and Acura fighting together, with new systems Inspiration and GX Skill shown in the footage.

Jul 26

This Week's New Games: Halo Remake, Xenoblade 2 Switch 2 Edition, and More

The week of July 27 to August 2, 2026, sees a slate of major releases across platforms. Leading the lineup is 'Halo: Campaign Evolved', a Unreal Engine 5 remake of the original 2001 campaign, launching July 29 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S at 7,900 yen. It includes 10 original missions plus three new ones, 4-player online co-op with cross-play, and a Campaign Remix mode with randomized modifiers. Early reviews are positive, with Metascores of 81 on PS5 and 84 on Xbox Series X as of July 26, though the lack of competitive multiplayer drew some criticism. Also releasing July 30 is 'Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition', an enhanced version for the new console. The same day sees the extraction shooter 'Mistfall Hunter' on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, along with 'BLUE REFLECTION Quartet: The Miracle of the Girls' (7,480 yen), 'Culdcept the First', 'Volcano Princess', 'TATSUJIN EXTREME', and 'Honoboshi no Niwa'. On July 31, dark fantasy action RPG 'The Relic: First Guardian' arrives on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. The week's releases span genres from FPS and RPG to puzzle and simulation, with several titles also available on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.

Jul 24

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition Gets New Costumes, M.O.M.O. Blade

Nintendo released a promotional video on July 24 for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, detailing new features ahead of its July 30 digital release. The upgrade adds new design costumes for the heroines Homura (Pyra) and Hikari (Mythra), created by character designer Masatsugu Saito. The costumes feature starry sky motifs and are visible in both gameplay and event scenes. A new quest type called Mercenary Group Action expands on the existing idle Mercenary Group system, letting players directly control up to six Blades in real-time combat, switching between them and using special arts. The edition also introduces M.O.M.O. (voiced by Rumi Shishido), a rare Blade from the Xenosaga series. M.O.M.O. can switch between light and dark attributes via Actual Mode and Imaginary Mode, and serves a healing role. The download version and upgrade pass cost 9,778 yen and 1,000 yen respectively, with the physical version following on October 1. The game runs at 4K 60fps in TV mode and 1080p 60fps in handheld mode on Switch 2.

Jul 16

Minna de Kuuki Yomi. 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Packaged Version Launches October 29

G-Mode announced on July 16, 2026, that the packaged version of "Minna de Kuuki Yomi. 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition +" will release on October 29, 2026, for 4,700 yen. Pre-orders opened the same day. The package bundles four titles: the base game "Minna de Kuuki Yomi. 4," the enhanced "Nintendo Switch 2 Edition," the DLC "Zettai Zetsumei" hen, and "G-MODE Archives Kuuki Yomi. 2," a re-release of the 2010 feature phone game "Kuuki Yomi. 2." The base game features 100 situations, a cooperative mode for two players, and three mini-games, with a story focusing on the protagonist's childhood. The Switch 2 Edition adds a mode using the Joy-Con 2's mouse operation for 20 questions and a competitive mode with five mini-games. The DLC adds 30 new situations themed on crises like zombie panic and alien encounters. The re-release of "Kuuki Yomi. 2" is the first time the feature phone game has been made available on modern hardware, though it is single-player and Japanese-only. The package is compatible with Nintendo Switch, but the Switch 2 Edition's additional content requires a Nintendo Switch 2 console.

Jul 16

Fit Boxing 3 Switch 2 Edition Launches with Ensemble Stars DLC

Imagina released the Switch 2 version of the boxing exercise game today. It adds Camera Play, Share Play Battle for up to four players, Boost Up Mode with a BPM of 200, and Advanced Judgment Mode. A video featuring KENN and Hikaru Midorikawa introduces the new features. The Ensemble Stars!! Pack DLC offers seven BGM tracks and six T-shirts, with a free trial of two songs until August 17.

Jul 7

Improved Nintendo Switch 2 to Launch in Europe in Fall 2026 with Replaceable Battery

Nintendo of Europe will release an improved Nintendo Switch 2 with a user-replaceable battery in fall 2026 to comply with EU battery regulations. The new model has a slightly smaller battery (5,172mAh vs 5,220mAh) and is 10g heavier. Battery replacement kits will be sold separately. Improved versions of Joy-Con 2, Joy-Con, and Pro Controller are also planned. The original Switch and Switch Lite will not get improved versions and will be discontinued in Europe after February 2027.

Jul 6

Nintendo Switch 2 Gets User-Replaceable Battery in EU, Original Switch Sales End in 2027

Nintendo of Europe announced on July 6 that it will gradually release revised versions of the Nintendo Switch 2 and several peripherals with user-replaceable batteries, starting in summer 2026 and continuing into early 2027. The change is in response to the EU Battery Regulation, which will require portable devices sold in Europe to have user-replaceable batteries from mid-February 2027. Nintendo stated there are no functional differences between current and revised versions, though minor spec changes occur: the Switch 2 console's battery capacity drops from 5220mAh to 5172mAh (a 1% reduction) and its weight increases by about 10g. The Switch 2 Pro Controller sees a 16% battery reduction to 897mAh. Revised products include Joy-Con (some colors, summer 2026), Switch 2 (autumn 2026), Joy-Con 2 and Pro Controller (winter 2026), and N64 and GameCube controllers (early 2027). Meanwhile, the original Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, Switch OLED, Switch Pro Controller, Pokémon GO Plus+, and several retro controllers will not receive revised versions. Their sales in Europe will end in mid-February 2027. Already purchased products remain usable, and services like the eShop and Nintendo Switch Online will continue. The changes apply only to the EU region.

Jun 29

Nintendo Switch Online Prices Rise July 1, Current Rate Extensions Available

Nintendo will raise prices for all Nintendo Switch Online plans starting July 1, 2026, at 0:00 JST. The individual plan's 12-month subscription will go from 2,400 yen to 3,000 yen, a 600 yen increase. The family plan's 12-month subscription will rise from 4,500 yen to 5,800 yen, a 1,300 yen increase. For the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, the 12-month individual plan will increase from 4,900 yen to 5,900 yen, and the family plan from 8,900 yen to 9,900 yen, each a 1,000 yen increase. Shorter individual plans also increase: the 30-day plan goes from 306 yen to 400 yen, and the 90-day plan from 815 yen to 1,000 yen. Subscribers whose automatic renewal payment date falls on or after July 1 will be charged the new rates. However, current subscribers can purchase additional vouchers for the same plan at the current price before the revision to extend their subscription period. The maximum extension is 1,095 days, achieved by purchasing up to three 12-month vouchers. This allows users to lock in the lower rate for up to three years. The extension can be done through the Nintendo eShop, the official Nintendo Store, or by redeeming voucher cards from retailers.

Jun 29

Nintendo Switch 2 Game Chat Backend Uses WebRTC SFU and DynamoDB

At AWS Summit Japan 2026, Nintendo Systems engineers detailed the backend architecture for Nintendo Switch 2's Game Chat feature. The system uses WebRTC SFU for real-time audio and video communication, supports up to 12 simultaneous users per group, and employs Amazon DynamoDB for group management. The backend is split into SFU servers deployed across multiple AWS regions, a single-region group server, and a proprietary SFU instance manager.

Jun 28

Nintendo Switch 2 Becomes Second Best-Selling Console in US History in First Year

Circana reports the Nintendo Switch 2 sold 5.9 million units in its first 12 months in the US, the second-highest first-year total for any home console. The Game Boy Advance holds the record at 6.5 million. The Switch 2 was the best-selling console in the US in 2025 and led May 2026 hardware sales, which rose 38% year-over-year to $249 million.

Jun 27

Game Dev Story++ Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Released Today

Kairosoft released Game Dev Story++ Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on June 25, 2026, for 2,000 yen. The Switch 2 version supports 4K resolution in TV mode and Joy-Con 2 mouse controls. An upgrade pass for Switch owners costs 500 yen. The game is also available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, iOS, and Android.

Jun 24

Azure Striker Gunvolt Triangle Edition Switch 2 Edition Launches October 22

Inti Creates announced on June 24 that Azure Striker Gunvolt Triangle Edition Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will release on October 22, 2026. The compilation includes all three main series games-Azure Striker Gunvolt (2014), Azure Striker Gunvolt 2 (Sou) (2016), and Azure Striker Gunvolt 3 (Gibus) (2022)-plus all downloadable content. A new scenario, Azure Striker Gunvolt GX, features a team-up between series protagonist Gunvolt and Acura, the hero of spin-off White Steel X 2. It introduces new weapons and an Inspiration system that leverages synergy between the two characters. The standard package costs 7,590 yen, the download version 6,480 yen, and a limited edition priced at 16,280 yen includes an A4 setting material collection, a seven-disc complete soundtrack, and a bonus song CD. Owners of the Nintendo Switch version can upgrade via a 1,500 yen pass. The Switch 2 Edition supports 4K television output and improved frame rates. Store-specific pre-order bonuses include tapestries, acrylic stands, and other items.

Jun 23

Nintendo Switch Online Price Increase Set for July 1

Nintendo has issued a reminder that its Nintendo Switch Online service will see price increases starting July 1, 2026. The revised pricing applies to all plans. For the standard Individual Plan, one month will cost ¥400 (up from ¥306), three months ¥1,000, and 12 months ¥3,000 (up from ¥2,400). The Family Plan for 12 months will be ¥5,800. For the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack tier, the Individual 12-month plan rises to ¥5,900 from ¥4,900, and the Family 12-month plan to ¥8,900. Nintendo also warned that automatic renewal payments scheduled on or after July 1 at 0:00 will be charged at the new rates. Subscribers can still extend their current subscription at the existing prices by purchasing additional tickets, up to a maximum extension of 1,095 days. The next scheduled payment date can be checked on the Nintendo Account website. The price revision was first announced earlier and is now being reiterated ahead of the implementation date.

Jun 18

Koei Tecmo Investigating Low Frame Rate on Atelier Yumia Switch 2 Edition

Koei Tecmo announced on June 17 that it is investigating and addressing low frame rate and heavy processing issues in Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, released June 10. The frame rate drops are especially noticeable in Quality Mode and handheld mode, with some players reporting 15-20 fps and calling the performance a downgrade from the Switch 1 version.

Jun 11

Nintendo Adds Play Time Condition to Switch 2 Multilingual Purchases After Hoarding

Nintendo has added a new purchase condition for the multilingual Nintendo Switch 2 on My Nintendo Store: accounts must have 50 hours or more of Nintendo Switch play time as of May 31, 2026. The move follows confirmed multiple orders suspected of hoarding, which prompted a temporary sales suspension. The condition applies only to the multilingual model, not the Japanese domestic version.

Jun 11

Dark Auction Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Released Today

IzanagiGames and Good Smile Company released the mystery adventure game 'Dark Auction Nintendo Switch 2 Edition' on June 11, 2026. The package version costs 6,040 yen, and the download version costs 5,050 yen. Owners of the original Nintendo Switch version can upgrade for 100 yen via an Upgrade Pass. The game features an original story and scenario by Rika Suzuki, known for 'Another Code' and 'Wish Room', with character design by Kohsuke, the manga artist of 'GANGSTA.'. Music is by Yuko Komiyama, who worked on the 'Monster Hunter' series, and Tsukasa Masuko, known for the 'Megami Tensei' series. The Switch 2 Edition offers improved resolution, higher frame rate, and faster loading times. The game is set in 1981 Europe, where protagonist Noah, voiced by Kengo Kawanishi, searches for his missing father Leonardo, voiced by Rikiya Koyama, who disappeared after attending a mysterious auction. Players explore a castle and participate in an auction where memories are used as currency. The game was previously released on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam in January 2026.

Jun 9

Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Announced, Releasing October 22

Nintendo announced Nintendo Switch Sports Resort during the June 9, 2026 Nintendo Direct broadcast. The game is set on a resort island and includes 12 sports: ping pong, archery, boxing, tennis, volleyball, bowling, basketball, golf, sumo finger wrestling, skateboarding, marine bike, jump rope, and propeller plane. It is scheduled for release on October 22, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2. During the Direct, Nintendo's Yoshiaki Koizumi demonstrated finger wrestling gameplay. The title follows the 2022 release of Nintendo Switch Sports and uses motion controls with the Joy-Con 2, including mouse operation for skateboarding. Pre-orders open after the broadcast ends.

May 27

Table Game World for Nintendo Switch 2 Launches November 2026, Up to 8 Players

At BitSummit PUNCH, developer Toratou Meu and Granding CEO Yukio Futatsugi revealed that Table Game World, a new Switch 2 title using the Cocofolia platform, will launch in early November 2026. The software supports up to eight players via Game Chat and includes about 20 tabletop games, with a focus on not automating rules.