Nintendo eShop Update: Switch and Switch 2 Digital Release Schedule Confirmed for August 2025

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Published on: August 16, 2025

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Nintendo has announced a robust update to the Japanese Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 release schedule, confirming a highly anticipated wave of digital titles set to arrive on the eShop during the week of August 21, 2025.

As the Nintendo Switch continues to enjoy sustained popularity both domestically and globally, the upcoming release lineup underscores Nintendo’s commitment to delivering diverse gaming experiences for both current and next-generation hardware owners. The updated eShop schedule highlights a mix of retail and digital-only releases, catering to fans of various genres and gameplay experiences.

Noteworthy among the new arrivals is 'Herdling,' which joins a collection of indie and internationally acclaimed titles making their digital debut.

This expansion of content is part of Nintendo’s ongoing strategy to support both the original Switch and the forthcoming Switch 2 platform, ensuring robust libraries for players on either system. **Retail Releases Headlining the eShop Update** Leading the retail roster for the week is 'Magical Librarian Ariana: The Books of the Seven Heroes,' an RPG adventure that has generated buzz among fans of narrative-driven games.

Alongside it is 'Tetsudo Nippon RealPro Toky – Kanagawa Tokyu Dentetsu-hen,' a new entry in the long-running railway simulation franchise, appealing to genre enthusiasts seeking authentic transit experiences on Nintendo’s handheld-console hybrid. **Diverse Digital Downloads for August 2025** The download section is packed with a wide variety of games, from quick puzzle experiences to story-driven epics.

Highlights include: - *Herdling*: A fresh addition touted for its unique gameplay mechanics and engaging community challenges. - *Bendy: Lone Wolf*: The latest release in the Bendy series, continuing its legacy of chilling narrative-driven gameplay. - *Core.Sys* and *Cyber AI Defense*: Both cater to tech-savvy audiences with strategy and simulation undertones.

'Cyber AI Defense' becomes available on August 22. - *Roadwarden*: Launching digitally on August 25, this narrative-driven RPG promises immersive choice-based storytelling. Other notable titles in the digital lineup include: - 3-minute Escape Game - Boned Again: Survivors - Burger Shot - City of Springs - Discounty - Eggconsole Diable de Laplace PC-8801mkIISR - Get to Work Simulator - Grit and Valor: 1949 - Knightica (available August 22) - Korean Drone Flying Tour Byeongpung Bawi - Lost in Loss - MechCrisis - Not Not 2 (available August 23) - Poolside Boys Kiss: Passion Fruits Hotel Dating Sim - Poolside Girls Kiss: Passion Fruits Hotel Dating Sim - Quisisana - Yuritacha Gomaden Nintendo representatives have emphasized their dedication to broadening the Switch family portfolio, stating that the updated eShop schedule reflects the company’s ongoing partnerships with both well-established gaming studios and rising indie developers.

By offering a wide spectrum of content, Nintendo continues to foster a thriving ecosystem for gamers and creators alike across generations. The expansion of Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 libraries ensures that fans can look forward to even more exclusive and cross-platform experiences throughout 2025.

For complete details, the full release schedule is now live on the official Japanese eShop, with select titles available for pre-order or early access as announced.

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Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for August 21, 2025