{"id":16115,"date":"2025-08-01T00:05:48","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T00:05:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=16115"},"modified":"2025-08-01T00:05:48","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T00:05:48","slug":"everything-announced-at-the-july-nintendo-partner-direct","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=16115","title":{"rendered":"Everything Announced At The July Nintendo Partner Direct"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div property=\"schema:text\">\n<p>Today&#8217;s Nintendo Partner Direct showcased a rather dense line-up of upcoming third-party games for Switch platforms. Specifically, the Year 1 line-up for Switch 2 received a shot in the arm with several confirmed new titles. If you missed the Direct live, we rounded up every announcement to offer a quick summary of what you missed.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2>Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection &#8211; 2026 (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection \u2013 Announcement Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch 2\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SxR3M-FwlWU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The next entry in the popular RPG spin-off series tells the tale of two nations gearing up for war, until the birth of a Rathalos, long-thought extinct, gives hope. Unfortunately, it\u2019s born with a twin, signaling a prophecy heralding these beasts as harbingers of civil war and destruction. In addition to Switch 2, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is also coming to PS5, Xbox Series X\/S, and PC.<\/p>\n<h2>Once Upon A Katamari &#8211; October 24 (Switch)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Once Upon A KATAMARI \u2013 Announcement Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_Wo0qRu5EPM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>This brand new entry in the popular (and strange) series sees the Prince rolling his signature ball through time itself. To rebuild the night sky, you\u2019ll roll up anything and everything across various eras, such as the Jurassic Period, the Ice Age, and historic Japan. Once Upon a Katamari features new tools such as a magnet to attract nearby objects, a competitive online multiplayer mode called KatamariBall, and a new, original soundtrack. Thankfully, plenty of retuning tracks will appear, as well.<\/p>\n<h2>Just Dance 2026 Edition &#8211; October 14 (Switch)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Just Dance 2026 Edition \u2013 Announcement Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9kTZDfeR-Lg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve been looking for a Switch game that lets you dance like a maniac to Smash Mouth\u2019s \u201cAll Star\u201d, Just Dance 2026 has you covered. The next entry in the annual rhythm game features 40 new tracks, including Dua Lipa\u2019s \u201cHoudini\u201d, Madonna\u2019s \u201cHung Up\u201d, and One Republic\u2019s \u201cCounting Stars\u201d. You can also grab a dance partner in the new co-op party mode.<\/p>\n<h2>Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero &#8211; November 14 (Switch 2, Switch)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO \u2013Announcement Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch &amp; Nintendo Switch 2\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bx1bXpseMas?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The 2024 fighting game and new entry in the Tenkaichi series is instantly transmitting to Switch platforms. Now you can bring all 180+ characters (most of which are probably variations of Goku) anywhere you go. Additionally, a free update allows owners of the Switch version (physical and digital) to play the game on Switch 2 with visual enhancements.<\/p>\n<h2>Plants vs Zombies: Replanted &#8211; October 23 (Switch 2, Switch)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted \u2013 Pre-order Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch 2\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Zv1Q0_x93ZM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The original Plants vs Zombies is receiving a much-welcomed and overdue remaster. Replanted cleans up the 2009 classic with crisp HD visuals, meaning the engrossing tower-defense action looks better than ever. You can battle zombies alongside or against a friend in new local co-op and competitive modes.<\/p>\n<h2>EA Sports FC 26 &#8211; September 26 (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"EA SPORTS FC 26 \u2013 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 7.31.2025\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8hWLWuJwAr8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>EA\u2019s flagship soccer game is coming to Switch 2, bringing with it overhauled gameplay, new Manager Live Challenges, and more to the hybrid platform.<\/p>\n<h2>Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac &#8211; September 26 (Switch 2, Switch)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac \u2013 Announcement Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch &amp; Nintendo Switch 2\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KZ1ZxEH7pyY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Following in the footsteps of its 2022 predecessor, Pac-Man World 2 is getting the modernized Re-Pac treatment. The 2002 sequel has been rebuilt from scratch with improved graphics and gameplay.<\/p>\n<h2>Final Fantasy Tactics &#8211; The Ivalice Chronicles &#8211; September 30 (Switch 2, Switch)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles \u2013 Story Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch 2\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oMx8pAVmIcU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Square Enix provided a new look at its upcoming remaster of Final Fantasy Tactics, this time focusing on the game\u2019s story and improved presentation, such as its full voice acting.<\/p>\n<h2>Persona 3 Reload &#8211; October 23 (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Persona 3 Reload \u2013 Announcement Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch 2\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hVcHF5_UtM0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The 2024 remake of Persona 3, the Persona game that arguably established its format and the current popularity the series appreciates, is making its way to Switch 2. Since its release on other platforms, the game has received some substantial DLC, and it\u2019s unclear if the Switch 2 version will include that content.<\/p>\n<h2>Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment &#8211; Winter (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment \u2013 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 7.31.2025\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8HYvrJKLQ38?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Nintendo didn\u2019t have much new to offer for the next game in the Hyrule Warriors franchise, other than a new trailer with new gameplay. We don\u2019t know when it will release beyond the vague Winter window, but for Zelda fans, there was some interesting wording. They specifically used the word \u201ccanonical\u201d when referring to the game\u2019s story. The previous Hyrule Warriors game, Age of Calamity, was more or less not canon, which led to a very underwhelming conclusion for the game.<\/p>\n<article data-entity-type=\"file\" data-entity-uuid=\"5e76723c-19fd-45f5-85a9-e36a65840de9\" data-embed-button=\"image_browser_uploader\" data-entity-embed-display=\"view_mode:file.body_default_rendered\" data-entity-embed-display-settings=\"{&quot;link_url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;link_target&quot;:0,&quot;link_original&quot;:0,&quot;image_source&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;embed_source&quot;:0,&quot;image_caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;embed_caption&quot;:0,&quot;content_warning&quot;:0}\" data-langcode=\"en\" class=\"embedded-entity\">\n<div class=\"file file--type-image file--mimetype-image-jpeg file--view-mode-body-default-rendered\">\n<div class=\"content\">\n<div class=\"field field--name-uri field--type-file-uri field--label-hidden gi5-uri gi5-file-uri field__item\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/gameinformer.com\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/body_default\/public\/2025\/07\/31\/d1c6e149\/totkhero.jpg\" typeof=\"foaf:Image\" alt=\"\" class=\"image-style-body-default lazyload\"\/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<p>So far, the trailers for Age of Imprisonment have not featured Link at all, which, considering the timeline of the game, makes sense. But the tease at the end of the trailer could potentially be a reference to the Ancient Hero. I won\u2019t go into detail on what that means here, but if you don\u2019t mind some very, very late game (like well after you\u2019ve beaten the game) spoilers for Tears of the Kingdom, you can head here.<\/p>\n<h2>Madden NFL 26 &#8211; August 14 (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 \u2013 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 7.31.2025\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fnFJDh4-9w8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The annual football game finally returns to Nintendo hardware. Madden NFL 26 launches on Switch 2 on August 14. Footage shown during the presentation offered the first look at gameplay on Switch 2. You can check out the trailer above.<\/p>\n<h2>Chillin\u2019 by the Fire &#8211; July 31 (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Chillin&#039; by the Fire \u2013 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 7.31.2025\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DKrZUZCDRaA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Arguably, one of the stranger announcements made during the partner showcase. The oddly titled, but undeniably accurate, Chillin\u2019 by the Fire tasks players with building and maintaining a campfire. You can also invite friends to hang out via cha,t and if they have a camera, they\u2019re faces can float around with you.<\/p>\n<h2>Apex Legends &#8211; August 5 (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Apex Legends \u2013 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 7.31.2025\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uEFU0cGvsE8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Respawn Entertainment\u2019s popular free-to-play battle royale game is coming to Switch 2, and it is arriving soon. The game will be available on August 5 to coincide with the new season and will feature a number of technical improvements over the Switch version.<\/p>\n<h2>Hela &#8211; 2026 (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Hela \u2013 Announcement Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch 2\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IHRSSNzjDB0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>In Hela, players control a mouse gathering materials to create a cure for their witch. The game looks adorable and will feature online co-op. No release date was offered, though, but we can apparently expect it next year on Switch 2.<\/p>\n<h2>Star Wars Outlaws &#8211; September 4 (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Star Wars Outlaws \u2013 Developer Featurette \u2013 Nintendo Switch 2\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iMQwC4I4njo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Ubisoft\u2019s open-world Star Wars game arrives on Switch 2 on September 4. Gameplay of the Switch 2 version of the game was shown, and it appears some downgrades have been made for the game to run on Nintendo\u2019s console.<\/p>\n<h2>Cronos: The New Dawn &#8211; September 5 (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Cronos: The New Dawn \u2013 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 7.31.2025\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/91BaLCOQa24?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Cronos: The New Dawn launches on Switch 2 on September 5. You can read more about that announcement <a href=\"https:\/\/gameinformer.com\/nintendo-partner-direct\/2025\/07\/31\/cronos-the-new-dawn-is-coming-to-switch-2-in-september\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Yakuza Kiwami and Yakuza Kiwami 2 &#8211; November 11 (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Yakuza Kiwami &amp; Yakuza Kiwami 2 \u2013 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 7.31.2025\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fhdP1siwpsA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The remakes of the first two Yakuza games are coming to Switch 2, which makes sense considering the consoles launched with Yakuza 0. Both games launch on Switch 2 on November 13. They can be purchased separately or in a bundle. Both will have enhanced graphics, improved framerrates, and additional language support.<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<p>During the showcase, Nintendo spent the penultimate announcement section highlighting a number of games back-to-back in quick succession.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Goodnight Universe | Official Teaser - Coming November 11th\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Kw7_zMDuQ3Y?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Goodnight Universe, the next game from the creators of Before Your Eyes that follows a telekinetic baby, is coming to Switch and Switch 2 on November 11.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"NBA BOUNCE \u2013 Gameplay Reveal Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PSt39CIsdIM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>NBA Bounce, which looks like an NBA Jam-esque arcade basketball game where you can play as team mascots, is coming to Switch on September 26.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Hello Kitty Island Adventure \u2013 Wheatflour Wonderland DLC Reveal \u2013 Nintendo Switch\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nfapVIHdRnA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Hello Kitty Island Adventure\u2019s Wheatflour Wonderland DLC is coming to Switch this Fall.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven \u2013 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition \u2013 Introduction Trailer\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BYeNs5I9v1I?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven is getting a Nintendo Switch 2 edition today.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance \u2013 Demo Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/m0vn1PHoSnM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is releasing on Switch on August 29, and a playable demo is available now.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"Borderlands 4 \u2013 Release Date Trailer \u2013 Nintendo Switch 2\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4ku2PiXkpJs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Nintendo also offered a reminder that Borderlands 4 launches on Switch 2 on October 3.<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<h2>The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales &#8211; 2026 (Switch 2)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales \u2013 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 7.31.2025\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/u-zycj_tJgo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Square Enix is readying a new HD-2D game, but as opposed to its previous efforts like Octopath Traveller or the Live A Live remake, this game is an action-RPG. The game follows the titular Elliott and his fairy friend Faie as they battle with various close-and long-range weapons across the world of Philabieldia. The game will offer local co-op where a second player can control Faie.<\/p>\n<p>The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales launches on Switch 2 on 2026.<\/p>\n<h2>Octopath Traveller 0 &#8211; December 4 (Switch 2, Switch)<\/h2>\n<p><div class=\"jlvid_container\"><iframe title=\"OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0 \u2013 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 7.31.2025\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ENHXHzvMx-g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The next Octopath game, with a \u201cZero\u201d subtitle, is coming to Switch 2 on December 4. You can read more about that game <a href=\"https:\/\/gameinformer.com\/nintendo-partner-direct\/2025\/07\/31\/octopath-traveler-0-is-coming-this-december\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Today&#8217;s Nintendo Partner Direct showcased a rather dense line-up of upcoming third-party games for Switch platforms. Specifically, the Year 1 line-up for Switch 2 received a shot in the arm with several confirmed new titles. 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