This month’s Nintendo Direct is all about the Switch 2’s new games, mostly from the third-party companies and their upcoming games. And there’s a lot of them that could use some exclusive lovin’ for the Big N’s new gaming device.

The games showcased here will be out this year and the first half of 2026; that’s how Nintendo usually rolls when it comes to announcing new games and titles. And no, there’s no Hollow Knight: Silksong in the show. There’s a lot of other newer titles though, starting with…

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection

The latest turn-based JRPG spin-off of the Monster Hunter franchise will be out in 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2. You can bet your Rathalos bum this will run way better on Nintendo’s new hardware than MH Stories 2.

Plants vs Zombies: Replanted

Plants vs. Zombies is back in glorious HD! A familiar lawn. A familiar threat. A whole lot of nostalgia. Use an arsenal of quirky plants to fend off waves of hilarious zombies in Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted.

Out on Switch 2 and other platforms on 23 October.

Hela

Step into Hela, a heartwarming open-world adventure coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026!

You play as a tiny mouse exploring a stunning world inspired by Scandinavian folklore. Wander through magical forests, tranquil lakes, and rugged mountains, all brought to life with cozy exploration and playful surprises. Play solo or together with friends in local split-screen or online co-op and discover a charming world that rewards exploration and heart.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment

This musou Zelda game will be out later this Winter for Switch 2.

Hono Gurashi no Niwa

From the development team behind the Yomawari series, Hono Gurashi no Niwa is a life simulation game set in a nostalgic rural village. Farm and take care of livestock, enjoy activities like fishing and hunting, and deepen your relationships with the other villagers…Your nostalgic and heartwarming rural life begins.

Out for PC and consoles on 30 July 2026 in Japan.

Once Upon A Katamari

Borderlands 4

The Nintendo Switch 2 port of the upcoming looter shooter will be out on 3rd October.

The Adventures of Elliot: The Millenium Tales

Reveal a mysterious world’s history in a brand-new action-adventure RPG from the creators of OCTOPATH TRAVELER and BRAVELY DEFAULT!

This action RPG combines stunning HD-2D visuals and exciting action-adventure gameplay for the first time!

In a corner of a continent overrun with beast tribes, the Kingdom of Huther is humanity’s sole bastion, kept safe by a magic barrier.

After the discovery of heretofore unknown ruins, the adventurer Elliot and his fairy sidekick Faie brave the dangers outside the kingdom on a journey spanning not only the continent, but its thousand-year history.

Out in 2026.

Octopath Traveler 0

The big one from Square Enix. Octopath Traveler 0 now lets you create your own character, build your own town, and recruit as many wanderers and friends as possible in its JRPG odyssey.