Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 7.31.2025

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To be continued

Our ignorance is proving fatal.

The encroachment threatens to drive our people out of house and home.

But this divide has brought our two kingdoms to the brink of war.

And you are the sole Rathalos rider in Azuria.

My people have been driven into a corner, and the point of no return is looming before us.

I can't afford not to go.

Ratha!

But it won't be for long.

I can hear them.

Two sounds.

Overlapping each other.

Hello, everyone.

Welcome to today's Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase.

In this presentation, we'll be focusing on games from our publishing and development partners.

What you just saw was Monster Hunter Stories 3 Twisted Reflection, launching on Nintendo Switch 2 next year.

We hope you're looking forward to another grand adventure in the Monster Hunter universe.

Today, we'll present games coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems.

Before a game is shown, you'll see the logo of the system the game will launch on here.

If both logos are shown, the game will launch on both platforms.

Okay, first up, let's take a look at some upcoming Nintendo Switch games.

Let the good times roll.

By royal decree, a brand new game in the Katamari Damacy series is rolling onto Nintendo Switch.

Roll your Katamari through historic eras like Edo Japan and more.

It's a time-hopping trip through the ages to restore the universe for the king of all cosmos.

Use helpful items to roll your Katamari like royalty and customize the Prince and Cousin's looks to your liking.

In addition, roll out with friends in online multiplayer.

Make a big Katamari and earn the most points to be crowned the winner.

Plus, the iconic music is back with an all-new soundtrack featuring new and returning music artists from the series' history.

Get ready to rock and roll, roll, roll through the ages when Once Upon a Katamari launches on Nintendo Switch October 24th.

Pre-orders begin later today on Nintendo eShop.

The dance floor is calling.

Been a minute since I took it to another eater Got you in it, now you burn up like you got a fever Never slow, speed it up, cause I still got All the smoke coming in so hot

Got grip.

My team ain't taking no hits.

My status, too rich.

I'm flying up, so don't trip.

Hey, man, I'm squatching.

Don't get too close.

I tear it up.

That's from coast to coast.

Love my sins or they love my style.

I execute and they all go, wow.

About to win it like there ain't no way to ever fail.

Do my thing and I do that thing very well.

Never slow.

Speed it up.

I'm a steel guy.

Full of smoke.

I'm in this.

Yo, yo.

Next up, are games heading to Nintendo Switch 2, including some games that will also be available on Nintendo Switch?

Battle Beyond the Limit.

Charge up and unleash your fighting spirit in Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, the latest in the Arena Battler series.

Enter the fray with over 180 fighters in Episode Battle Mode.

Relive iconic Dragon Ball stories from the perspectives of eight characters, including Goku.

or follow your own path and redefine history with alternate versions of those encounters.

In Custom Battle Mode, you choose the fighters, stages, and dialogue to create your own scenarios, then share them online with players around the world.

Plus, now you can duke it out with motion controls using the Joy-Con 2 or Joy-Con controllers.

Immerse yourself in the characters and unleash powerful attacks.

Get ready to shake the Earth and break the heavens when...

Dragon Ball Sparking Zero launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems November 14th.

Pre-orders begin later today on Nintendo eShop.

Time to get back to your roots!

I haven't seen that one before.

get reacquainted with these games.

Welcome to the party, Pac-Man!

Yummy!

Pac-Man World 2 is coming back, remade from scratch, through forests or on ice.

Use pactastic moves to clear stages in style and even take on powerful bosses.

Plus, now you can adventure with a pal in local co-op.

Pac-Man World 2 Repack launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch September 26th.

Pre-orders begin later today on Nintendo eShop.

Lead your party of Black Mages, Dragoons, and other allies to victory in the beloved strategy RPG Final Fantasy Tactics Reborn with newly added elements.

The game is now fully voiced and adds brand new dialogue between characters.

But still, I know that he and I are different.

As well as new difficulty options, a feature to review story events, and more.

Final Fantasy Tactics The Ivalice Chronicles launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch September 30th.

Pre-orders begin later today on Nintendo eShop.

When the clock strikes midnight, shadows emerge and the dark hour begins.

Step into the shoes of a high school student who, together with his friends, awakens the supernatural power of Persona.

Attend class and explore the city during the day as you forge bonds with every interaction.

Then, battle through the mysterious Tower of Tartarus and strategically take down rampaging shadows at night.

Enter the Dark Hour and seal your fate when Persona 3 Reload launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 system October 23rd.

Pre-orders begin later today on Nintendo eShop.

Next, please take a look at this.

Given an opening, he will bear his fangs.

Until Hyrule itself is no more.

Be that as it may, we face it together.

But you sought it from Hyrule, of all places?

This is madness!

There is danger here.

Enormously so.

That was the latest trailer for Hyrule Warriors Age of Imprisonment.

We hope you're looking forward to experiencing the canonical events that led to The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom game when it launches this winter.

We'll share more information on this title in the future.

Let's continue with some more games coming to Nintendo Switch 2.

The realest Madden ever, built from Sundays.

It's game time.

Kick off your journey to become an NFL legend in the most dynamic Madden game yet.

Rule the field with all new player traits and realistic play styles.

Immerse yourself in authentic team traditions and strategize playmaking decisions with newly added features to lead your team to victory.

All built from real NFL data.

In franchise mode, choose from three new archetypes to begin your coaching legacy or become your favorite NFL coach, each with their own strategies.

Customize your game plan by selecting new abilities each week that offer different tactical advantages.

Then level them up to fine-tune your plays.

Plus, compete on the gridiron in local or online multiplayer.

EA Sports Madden NFL 26 touches down on Nintendo Switch 2 August 14.

Pre-orders are available now on Nintendo eShop.

A cozy campfire is calling.

Calling all camping enthusiasts.

Build campfires in this cozy fire-building sim.

Chop wood.

Arrange the pieces.

then light them up.

But if you don't fuel the flames properly, they'll fizzle out.

To stoke your campfire, place logs based on the fire strength, let enough oxygen flow through, and maintain the right amount of heat.

Don't let wet logs dampen your fire.

Dry them before tossing them in the flames.

And when you want to create an even bigger fire, just blow on it.

Sometimes, though, a little patience is all you need.

So roast some marshmallows or set off fireworks to light up the sky.

You can also get the flames going in rainy or snowy conditions.

But try mastering your campfire-making skills first.

With a compatible USB camera, you can enjoy each other's company around the campfire.

You might even strike up some interesting conversations.

Relax and stay a while when Chillin' by the Fire sparks to life on Nintendo Switch 2 later today.

Fight battles big and small in these games.

Apex Legends is coming to Nintendo Switch 2.

Squad up and survive 19 other teams in Battle Royale.

Or show off your skills in Mixtape, where you'll take on three rotating game modes.

Plus, both Battle Royale and Mixtape have enhanced resolution and smoother performance.

Build your crew and aim for victory when Apex Legends launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 system August 5th, along with the new season, Showdown.

To cure a witch's illness, her tiny familiar embarks on a grand adventure.

With your magical froggy backpack in tow, you can climb, pull,

and even swing to greater heights.

Explore this vast world and gather ingredients to create a cure for your enchanting ally.

Plus, up to four players can journey together in online co-op.

A Little Mouse's magnificent adventure begins when... Hela launches on Nintendo Switch 2 next year.

Explore a galaxy full of opportunity.

Embark on a journey across the iconic galaxy far, far away in this open-world action-adventure game.

Taking place between the events of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi films, you'll take on the role of Kay Vess, who, along with her companion Nyx, is fighting for her freedom.

Explore distinct locations, both new and familiar, as you fight, steal, and outwit your way through the galaxy's crime syndicates, and gain the means to start a new life.

Traverse through space by ship on Kay's Trailblazer, or by land on her S57 Cardinal Speeder,

and take on quests that blend stealth and shooting with some puzzle-solving minigames in between.

Embark on high-stakes missions, engage in dogfights as you travel across the Outer Rim, and get ready to live the life of a scoundrel when... Star Wars Outlaws launches on Nintendo Switch 2 September 4th.

Pre-orders are available now on Nintendo eShop.

Survive the future, salvage the past.

As an agent of a secret collective, you'll travel between a future plagued by anomalies and a past on the verge of collapse to uncover the mysteries of this world.

In the future, dangerous creatures born from the remnants of humanity prowl the wasteland.

You'll need to craft ammo and supplies with limited resources to fend off brutal enemies.

But don't let your guard down after defeating them.

If a monster absorbs a fallen enemy, it'll evolve into an even more nightmarish form.

So act quickly to dispose of enemies.

You'll also come across rifts that allow you to travel back in time.

By extracting the essences of people you meet in the past, you can strengthen your own abilities.

However, there's a price to pay.

You'll be haunted by visual and auditory illusions and lose your grip on reality.

What caused the world to collapse?

And what is the true mission you've been tasked with?

The New Dawn launches on Nintendo Switch 2 September 5th.

The dragons of the East and West clash.

Yakuza Kiwami 2 is brawling its way onto Nintendo Switch 2.

Kamurocho, Tokyo.

Sotenbori, Osaka.

Two prolific entertainment districts in Japan, where the former Dragon of Dojima, Kazuma Kiryu, faces down the Dragon of Kansai, Ryuji Gouda.

Use free-flowing combat moves to take on foes in action-packed brawls.

Duke it out using your fists, weapons, and everything else at your disposal.

Plus, there's still plenty else to do around the cities.

Enjoy darts, karaoke, and even golf.

There's no shortage of things to do.

A deadly clash between two dragons begins when Yakuza Kiwami 2 launches on Nintendo Switch 2, November 13th.

And Yakuza Kiwami, the story that launched the epic series, is also launching on Switch 2 the same day, featuring enhanced graphics, improved frame rates, and additional language support.

There are plenty more games heading to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.

Let's take a quick look.

Before we go, we've got two more games to show you.

Please take a look.

To pass through that door is to pass through time.

To travel a road spanning centuries.

From here, heroes set out on a journey of hope.

Square Enix presents a brand new action RPG brought to life in HD2D.

This is Philibildia, a continent overrun by beast tribes.

A spell of safekeeping is all that protects humanity's sole bastion, the Kingdom of Huther.

One fateful day, a set of ruins is discovered in the wilds beyond the castle walls.

An adventurer, Elliot, leaves the kingdom to investigate.

Facing danger is what adventurers do.

At his side is a fairy named Faye.

You can call me Faye.

I'm a fairy.

Together, the duo venture beyond the kingdom's protection into the great wide world.

During your journey, you'll come face to face with all sorts of foes.

In battle, study your opponent's moves carefully and find opportunities to strike.

Fight with swords for quick and well-balanced strikes.

Bows and arrows to target enemies from afar.

Chains and sickles to swing and pull enemies closer and more.

There are seven weapon types in total, but that's not all.

You can also strengthen your weapons by equipping different combinations of magicite.

Try out all sorts of variations to find the playstyle that works for you.

Your fairy companion, Faye, can also attack and pick up items.

You can control both Elliot and Faye separately, or two players can control them at the same time.

You'll find that she's very helpful on your adventure.

Join Elliot and Faye on a grand journey that unknown to them will span a thousand years.

The Adventures of Elliot The Millennium Tales launches on Nintendo Switch 2 next year.

After today's presentation, a debut demo will be available, and there will be an upcoming survey to gather player feedback.

In the beginning, there was nothing.

Everything began with the birth of Orsa, mother of all.

She created our world, the land of Orstera.

Are you heading out on your journey?

Yes, I suppose the time is right.

You're finally ready.

We've come to join your little lighting ceremony.

We have a death wish?

Wish me luck.

I wish I could see everyone here laughing and smiling just one more time.

Are you going to rebuild Wishvale?

Or are you going to find the people who took our home from us?

Witness a tale of beginnings that unfolds across Worstera.

Octopath Traveler Zero is available on December 4th, 2025.

That's all for today's Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase.

Thank you for watching.