Nintendo Switch 2 Scores More Than 25 New Game Announcements in a Single Week

Nintendo’s latest system appears to be getting more third-party backing than many thought, judging by a deluge of new announcements from big publishers.

Just when it looked like the gaming industry had played all its cards for summer, a surprise wave of game announcements had the Nintendo Switch 2 in the spotlight. Nintendo’s new system has seen a continuous stream of reveals over the past week thanks to major presentations such as Summer Game Fest, PlayStation’s State of Play and Xbox’s presentation.

What makes it special isn’t just the sheer amount of games confirmed, but the expanding roster of publishers that are opting to distribute their games on the Switch 2 alongside PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. For years Nintendo fans had gotten used to waiting for months, perhaps years, for important third-party games to appear. This time, it seems different.

The sources revealed more than 25 games for the Switch 2 alone over the week, ranging from action adventures and RPGs to shooters, horror games, racing titles, and long-awaited remasters. The sheer amount of announcements has given renewed optimism for the future of the platform.

One of the biggest surprises was Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis. The game was initially revealed without any mention of Nintendo hardware, so its arrival on the Switch 2 surprised many fans. More notable is the fact that the game is expected to launch simultaneously on every single platform instead of being a delayed port that comes later.

Capcom has continues to cement its ties to Nintendo by confirming Resident Evil Veronica for the console. Capcom’s support has continued to grow steadily over the years, and having another major Resident Evil title release on Switch 2 further solidifies the notion that publishers are more and more at ease bringing their biggest brands to Nintendo’s latest hardware.

Then there's Monster Hunter Wilds.

Supposedly, fans had found references to Switch 2 hardware buried in game files, and rumors had been circulating online for months. Well now those rumors have come true. No release date has been given, but the confirmation alone has sparked a lot of enthusiasm for Nintendo fans, who were worried the game would not come to the platform at all.

But maybe the most newsworthy announcement is the return of Call of Duty. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is officially coming to Switch 2 and will release on the same day as versions for competing platforms, the sources said. That’s a big deal for Nintendo fans, especially given the franchise has been dormant on Nintendo systems for over a decade.

The Switch 2 version is reportedly likely to include mouse controls, which could provide users with an alternative for competing against others in multiplayer matches. It’s a modest addition, but it’s indicative of Nintendo’s attempts to appeal to more traditional shooter consumers.

Blockbuster brands ruled the news but some of the biggest surprises of the week came from the return of classic fan favorites. Ubisoft said Rayman Legends Reborn is coming to the Switch 2 with a smooth 60-frames-per-second experience. It also includes an upgraded version of Rayman Origins, so that a new generation of players can experience the beginnings of the series.

To many long-time fans, the announcement was a mixed bag.

Rayman Legends came out almost a decade ago and while the thrill is still alive, there are a few players who are still hoping Ubisoft will finally produce a whole new entry and not simply another journey down memory lane. And then there was another surprise announcement that was big on nostalgia.

Toy Story Retro Roundup Plus and Toy Story 3 Complete Edition are coming to modern platforms, putting a selection of old Toy Story games together in one package. The addition of Toy Story 3 has proven to be a big hit, with many fans believing the game would be stuck on older systems for good. It’s the kind of news that reminds players of how much gaming history is still out there in older platforms — and how amazing it can be when those experiences finally come back.

The week had some shocks. Alien Isolation 2 was confirmed for Switch 2 after the original game was hailed as one of the best technical ports on Nintendo’s previous generation. The next from the makers of the Ori series, No Rest for the Wicked is also coming to the platform adding another big action RPG to the burgeoning list.

Meanwhile, story-driven adventure lovers finally got some long-awaited news. After a few delays and a lot of questions, The Wolf Among Us Season 2 is finally coming to Switch 2. Sources have also said that a remastered version of the original game is on the way first to help beginners get up to speed with the tale.

Elsewhere, publishers offered a varied mix of titles that further increased the console’s expanding library.

Some of them are Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Hot Wheels Infinite Rush, Attack on Titan 3, Minecraft Dungeons 2, Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, Arizona Sunshine, Moss and the Forgotten Relic, Wo Long 2 and Crazy Taxi World Tour.

Spyro: A Round Beyond was also announced, but the game wasn’t the surprise—what’s surprising is the way it’s being delivered. Previous Spyro games have made it to Nintendo consoles long after their initial release. This time around, Switch 2 owners will get the game on day one.

It’s a pattern that is getting harder to ignore. Whether it’s Final Fantasy Revelation, Monster Hunter Wilds, Call of Duty, Tomb Raider or Spyro, developers seem more eager than ever to consider Nintendo’s platform as an equal launch destination instead of a secondary one. That's a big difference from prior console generations.

This increasing support could be essential to Nintendo.

Even with frequent omissions of significant titles from third-party publishers, the first Switch was one of the most successful consoles ever. If Switch 2 can use Nintendo's first-party strengths while drawing in a greater level of support from independent publishers, it might be an even more enticing platform for players. Of course, the announcements are merely the beginning.

It will all come down to performance, game quality and long term support to see how successful these releases become. But after a week of announcements, one thing feels clear: Publishers are watching Nintendo’s newest platform closely and they seem increasingly eager to be a part of its future. And with another Nintendo showcase on the horizon, many are already asking what could possibly be announced next.