„Everyone is here!” Third-party shows up for the Switch 2 Direct

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During the Nintendo Switch 2 presentation, numerous third-party developers made a strong showing. Games like Elden Ring, Split Fiction, Deltarune, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and many more were displayed, with these being merely a few of the exciting reveals. Next year, FromSoftware will launch an exclusive multiplayer game on the Switch 2, Mario Kart World is set to bring the series into an open-world experience, and Donkey Kong: Bananza promises a return of the beloved character to 3D platforming. However, this just scratches the surface. Here’s our rundown of all the games unveiled during today’s Nintendo Switch 2 Direct presentation. Let’s delve into some of the fantastic third-party announcements.

“Everyone is here!” Third-party developers show up in force for Nintendo Switch 2 Direct

Today’s Nintendo Switch 2 Direct presentation was reminiscent of the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate “Everyone is here!” trailer from six years back, stirring up excitement as iconic games made their appearance on the upcoming console. The event felt heartwarming as the gaming industry united for such a grand occasion. It’s also comforting to know that tomorrow, Nintendo Treehouse live will return with gameplay demonstrations of many games shown today. Essentially, we’re in for a full week of Nintendo fun!

A significant number of these games are set to appear on the Switch 2 with specific versions, implying that while the Switch 2 undeniably surpasses its predecessor in terms of power, it’s currently not equipped to run the exact same versions as other gaming consoles or PCs. This might be a tad disheartening, but it was not entirely unexpected. This point was highlighted during the unveiling of Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, Final Fantasy VII Remake: Intergrade, and Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut. However, it’s still impressive that we will be able to play all these games on a Nintendo console.

Notably, Street Fighter 6 characters will be available as Amiibos on the same day as the launch of the Switch 2. Unlike Supergiant’s Hades 2 and Split Fiction, which have not announced a release date for PC yet and don’t seem to have any differences in their Switch 2 versions respectively, Street Fighter 6 will have two versions, with one including all characters from years one and two on the Switch 2 launch day.

As a thrilled gaming enthusiast, I can’t contain my excitement about Hogwarts Legacy, the highly-anticipated best-selling game of 2023, which is set to debut on the new console, coinciding with the launch of Switch 2. The trailer hinted at the potential use of the Switch 2’s mouse controls, and I can’t wait to see what that entails.

In another exciting development, IO Interactive unveiled two significant updates. Firstly, their game Hitman: World of Assassination will be available on launch day. Additionally, they offered a sneak peek into their upcoming James Bond game, Project 007, for the first time during today’s Direct.

Among several independent games, some major updates were shared. Today, the release dates for the much-anticipated third and fourth installments of Deltarune, created by the same artist behind Undertale, were disclosed. These new chapters are set to debut on the same day as the Nintendo Switch launch. Hollow Knight: Silksong was merely shown in a preview reel, yet it did hint at a potential 2025 release date. Given that this is the first update for quite some time, it carries significant weight. Enthusiasts of Hollow Knight will undoubtedly be excited about this news for quite a while.

The sequence continues: Borderlands 4 is set to debut on the upcoming Switch 2, and it seems there won’t be a toned-down version available. Civilization VII emphasized its use of the console’s innovative mouse controls. Dodge Roll unveiled Enter the Gungeon 2, promising to transition the well-liked rogue-lite into 3D. Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, last year’s game that blended hack-and-slash action with real-time strategy, also featured in the showcase. After evaluating that game last year, I find myself quite eager to observe its compatibility with the Switch 2’s mouse controls. Star Wars Outlaws made a brief showing in the showcase, aiming to expand its fan base on the new console.

Absolutely, it wouldn’t feel like a fresh console launch without Fortnite being included from the start. The Nintendo Switch 2 is already positioning itself for success. With Nintendo being the only developer, having strong support from third-party partners like this will make the new console an attractive option for many gamers. It’s also intriguing to learn that numerous games are planning to explore mouse controls and additional features. It seems like a thrilling era for Nintendo enthusiasts.

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2025-04-03 01:02