We're finally getting the other thing that keeps George R. R. Martin from finishing the books.

The ungodly popular games of From Software will be represented on Switch.

One of the first 3rd party announcements of the Direct was the "Tarnished" version of 2022's Elden Ring will come to Switch 2 this year. It will include the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion (2024) plus some new customization options on top.

Would you like a potentially fine Scarlet and Violet, or would you like another "this will give ARMS legs" joke?

It won't just be Switch 2 Edition games that improve from their original form, but some old games will be getting updates.

Nintendo has posted a page detailing games that will receive updates post-Switch 2 launch for better compatibility, or to simply make use of the system's power or features. The games are:

Shrink down to learn the ins and outs of the Switch 2.

Nintendo Switch 2: Welcome Tour, a paid, playable tutorial minigame collection, launches June 5th.

The digital-only game explores features of the Switch 2, such as mouse mode, HD Rumble 2, and the microphone. Tech demos and minigames shown include golf, a UFO game, and maracas.

Pricing has not been announced.

A sequel to the Gamecube classic

In one of the final announcements of today's Nintendo Direct, Nintendo announced Kirby Air Riders. The game is being developed in partnership with Masahiro Sakurai. It is a sequel to the Gamecube game Kirby Air Ride.

No specific date has been given at this time but it is expected to release sometime in 2025.

Featuring secret best Tony Hawk game.

It was announced in today's Nintendo Switch 2 direct that Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 remakes will be grinding it's way onto Nintendo's new console. Several skate parks were featured, including a teased Bikini Bottom level from SpongeBob SquarePants.

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is set for a release window of this Summer for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Chances are there's something for everyone. (Sadly, we mean EVERYONE.) UPDATED MAY 26

The Switch 2 Direct confirmed the following games would be coming to Switch 2 on day 1:

The original AC Adapter is only good for charging, not for playing on TV.

Nintendo has just revealed a comprehensive list of which Nintendo Switch Accessories are not compatible, or only have limited compatibility, with the Switch 2 system.

Notably, the original Switch AC Adapter can charge the Switch 2 when connected directly, but cannot power the system via its new dock to play in TV mode due to "differing power output."

May they blaze a trail for future RTS games on Switch 2

In today’s Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Firaxis’ Games announced their recently launched Civilization VII will receive a Nintendo Switch 2 edition. Featuring compatibility with the system’s mouse controls, an upgrade path will be made available for those who purchased the Nintendo Switch version.

Some of the stuff will be new to you.

After being teased in fine print last week, Nintendo has detailed what exactly a "Nintendo Switch 2 Edition" game is.

Switch 2 Editions will offer enhanced graphics and framerate, as well as additional gameplay options to selected games. The first example shown was be a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Super Mario Party Jamboree on July 24, which will add a new series of dedicated minigames that support the Switch 2 camera and microphone.

A brand new DK in a brand new 3D platformer.

Closing out today's Switch 2 Nintendo Direct was the reveal of the long rumored Donkey Kong 3D platformer. Officially revealed as Donkey Kong Bananza, the new game stars a redesigned Donkey Kong similar in appearence to the design seen in Mario Kart World and the Super Mario Bros. Movie. Though he's also wearing pants this time around.

Yes, this is a Nintendo game.

The Switch 2's mouse controls will have a demo game shortly after launch.

During the Nintendo Direct, a new game called Drag X Drive was shown. Due in the summer, the game uses the JoyCon mouse movement to control a wheelchair in a 3v3 basketball-like game, using the top buttons to shoot and perform dunks.

It's a significant boost.

Following the reveal of Gamecube games being added to the Nintendo Switch Online service for Switch 2, Nintendo showed several brief trailers for the titles launching on the platform. After counting resolution on each title we are able to confirm that Gamecube titles on Switch 2 appear to be running... Read more...

Bundles including a digital copy of Mario Kart World will be available for slightly higher price points.

The Nintendo Switch 2 will cost $449.99 when it launches in the US. It will launch at £395.99 in the UK. It will require ¥49,980 in Japan. It will demand 469,99 € in the EU, and $629.99 in Canada.

Additionally, a bundle including both the Nintendo Switch 2 Hardware and an included code for... Read more...

Three PRICY RPGs in the "coming soon" pile.

It was already confirmed that Nintendo Switch Online would carry over to Switch 2, but it will bring a new library with it.

Expansion Pack subscribers will get access to a library of GameCube games on June 5 (launch day). The first three games in the library will be The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, F-Zero GX, and Soul Calibur 2 - the latter offering 4 player local and online support.

Everyone's favorite bug came out from under her rock.

Silksong, follow-up to beloved 2017 indie game Hollow Knight, appeared in today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct with a 2025 release date.

Hornet, a nuisance-turned-ally from the original Hollow Knight, stars in this spin-off adventure that was originally planned as paid DLC. Silksong was upgraded to a stand-alone game in 2019.

Explore Zelda's journey to the past.

Koei Tecmo returns for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, a musou game set in the far past of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

The Imprisoning War took place "long ago" in the Hyrule of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, and Age of Imprisonment's story leads directly into that of Tears of the Kingdom.

Older regular SD cards will not work on the Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo has announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 will only use the newer, faster, Micro SD "Express" cards, for expandable memory. Older regular Micro SD cards that players may already own for their current Nintendo Switch systems will not be compatible.

The SD "Express" format of SD Cards is... Read more...

"C" is for GameChat.

The mysterious C-button on the Switch 2 JoyCon launches GameChat, Nintendo announced in today's Direct.

GameChat uses a noise-cancelling mic on top of the system, even when docked. Chat members appear at the bottom of the screen under a slightly shrunken game window. Players do not need to be playing the same game and can stream their screens to each other.

Switch AND Switch 2 systems can share a single game copy to other players for multiplayer purposes.

Remember Download Play for the Nintendo DS? It's back! Announced today, the new feature allows players to play multiplayer locally or online with a single copy of a game. Essentially, they are "sharing" their copy with other players for purposes of multiplayer.

This feature will only be available... Read more...

Is your wallet ready?

Nintendo will be bringing the Switch 2 home in early June.

The Nintendo Direct has confirmed the new console as well as Mario Kart World will be available on June 5.