It’s Mario’s birthday! The mustachioed maestro turns 40 this weekend and Nintendo is in a celebratory mood. The latest Direct was filled with Mario goodies, from re-releases to a brand-new tennis game, but it didn’t stop there. We also got a release date for Metroid Prime 4, a glimpse of a new Fire Emblem, and much more. To see the full rundown of everything that was revealed, keep reading.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
First up, we have some news related to a ticket for the 40th anniversary of the Nintendo Museum in Japan and a reminder about the Mario theme park at Epic Universe in Florida. But let’s get to the video game news! Or rather, movie news. Yes, we have a name for the sequel to the Mario movie, officially titled The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and a first trailer.
Super Mario Galaxy 1 & 2
Two of Mario’s best adventures, Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2, are being bundled for the Switch and Switch 2 – so if you want to relive the good old days or experience them for the first time, here’s your chance. The package digitally arrives on October 2, with a physical release to follow, and two Mario Galaxy-themed amiibo are also planned for next year.
Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection Switch 2
Fans of Mortal Kombat on Switch 2 have a lot of retro action ahead. The Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, which includes a variety of classic fighting games from the series, along with a look at its history, will hit the Nintendo eShop on October 30. The physical release is set for December 12.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade, the first game in the Square Enix Final Fantasy Remake trilogy, is coming to Switch 2 on January 22 next year, with pre-orders already available on the eShop.
Hades 2 Switch 2
Hades 2, the sequel to the highly acclaimed original roguelike adventure from Supergiant, is finally leaving early access and will arrive on Switch 2 on September 25. That’s the eShop release, but if you want a physical version, it arrives on November 20 this year.
New Game Releases for Nintendo Switch 2
The fruit matching puzzle game Suika Game Planet is coming to the Switch and Switch 2 next winter, with GameShare support for the latest Nintendo console.
Exciting Titles to Look Forward To
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, featuring Samus on a bike, has a release date set for December 12, 2025, with three confirmed amiibo. Donkey Kong Bananaza DLC offers fans a return to DK Island with new challenges and modes, available now on the Switch eShop along with a demo of the main game.
Upcoming Games and DLCs
Pokémon fans can expect new games like Pokemon Pokopia and Pokémon Legends Z-A with paid DLCs. Danganronpa 2 and Dynasty Warriors: Origins are also set to arrive on the Switch 2 next year. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Resident Evil Requiem are among the terrifying titles coming to the Switch 2 in the near future. Lastly, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave promises more turn-based fantasy battles and potential character relationships on the Switch 2.
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