Without a doubt, the Nintendo Switch has been a commercial success, with a game catalogue advancing much faster than expected. The console was speculated to carry the burden of its predecessor, which had a poor catalogue compared to other consoles on the market. Nintendo has always targeted a different audience, but with the Switch they have expanded into other areas and attracted many developers. After its Direct Mini, Nintendo was preparing yesterday's 34-minute Direct, in which they threw titles at us left and right.
Kirby Star Allies
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ngw0X4FuO3INintendo's pink ball will arrive at the end of March with an adventure as we're used to, full of color and fun. One of the attractions is the "Dream Friends" option, in which we can count on many characters from previous games that will come as free updates. On the eShop, a demo with two playable levels is available to get to know the new adventure of one of Nintendo's most iconic characters. Developed by HAL Laboratory, the game will go on sale on March 16.
Super Smash Bros
One of the most anticipated announcements in this Direct. It seems it will be more than a port of the version released on Wii U and 3DS, and will also include inkings from Splatoon as well as a version of Link from the latest Breath of the Wild. It is Nintendo's quintessential fighting series and we still don't have a release date.
Mario Tennis Aces
Sports games have been a classic since the Wii, and it's a formula that has always worked for the big N. There was a preview at the Direct Mini earlier this year and it has a release date of June 22. It will feature multiplayer for up to four players both locally and online. It will have a story mode in which we'll face several bosses. Additionally, the Joy-Con can be used as rackets for the motion experience that has become customary.
Octopath Traveler
One of the expected releases is the new 2D JRPG from Square Enix that has a demo available and has received good reviews. It will launch on July 13 and will have two versions, a standard and a collector's edition called "Traveler’s Compendium Edition" that includes a book, a map, and a coin based on the game.
Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes
Travis Touchdown, protagonist of the No More Heroes saga, is back, although not as part of that saga but as a spin-off. Exclusive to Switch, this title features a collection of minigames including puzzles, action, and racing. It can be played cooperatively with the Joy-Con. Developed by Suda51, Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes will come out this year but doesn't have a date yet.
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
The remastered Crash Bandicoot trilogy will be available starting July 10 for Switch and will also come to Xbox One and PC. All versions will include the same version that saw the light on PlayStation 4 last year.
Splatoon 2
One of the best games released on Switch will get the launch of a Story Mode through a DLC that unfortunately will be paid. It will also include a new character: Octo, which gives its name to the season pass "Octo Expansion". This expansion will cost $20 and will come out in July of this year. And that's not all: Splatoon 2 will also receive its 3.0 update, which will bring new free content: new clothing and stages. It will arrive at the end of April.
Hyrule Warriors Definitive Edition
The title that was released for Wii U in 2014 is a combination of Dynasty Warriors and The Legend of Zelda. After 4 years, it will be revitalized on Nintendo Switch and May 18 is the indicated date.
Little Nightmares
One of the most anticipated horror indies will make its way to Switch. Developed by Tarsier Studios and Bandai Namco, this version will include the campaign mode and all DLC. It will be available on May 18.
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
Another Wii U title that Nintendo didn't want to be forgotten and can also be enjoyed on Switch and 3DS. With some additions to the game modes and new levels, Captain Toad makes its return on July 13.
South Park: The Fractured But Whole
https://www.youtube.com/embed/kVweNyCvDLoIn recent weeks, it was rumored that the second game from the animated series created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone would make its appearance on the Japanese console, and it was finally confirmed. The Fractured But Whole, developed by Ubisoft, will go on sale on April 24 and we'll have the possibility of owning additional content. Cartman and his super friends await you for this battle in true Avengers style.
Okami HD
Here comes the longest-lived port of all. After 12 years and its success on PS2, Okami arrives on Switch. After its time in remastered format on PS3, PS4, Wii, Xbox One, and PC, it will have its turn on Nintendo's latest console, although for now there is no confirmed date.
Here are the releases with release dates for Switch:
- Kirby Star Allies: March 16
- Attack on Titan 2: March 20
- Outlast II: March 27
- South Park: The Fractured But Whole: April 24
- Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogy: April 26
- Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze: May 4
- Hyrule Warriors: May 18
- Little Nightmares: May 18
- Mega Man Legacy Collection: May 22
- Dark Souls: Remastered: May 25
- Sushi Striker: The Way of Sushido: June 8
- Mario Tennis Aces: June 22
- Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy: July 10
- Octopath Traveler: July 13
- Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker: July 13
