Nintendo has officially updated the Japanese Nintendo eShop release schedule for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, outlining an exciting slate of new software launches during the week of December 4, 2025.
This refresh brings good news for fans awaiting marquee franchises, as games like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Octopath Traveler 0 headline this diverse release lineup. One of the most highly anticipated entries is Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, which will be available in both a standard Switch release and an enhanced Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
Developed by Retro Studios and published by Nintendo, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has been one of the most closely watched projects since its initial announcement.
The title continues the legacy of the Metroid Prime series, which has received acclaim for its atmospheric exploration, inventive puzzles, and action-packed gameplay.
Now, for the first time, players will be able to experience this new chapter with optimizations tailored for the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2 hardware. Another standout title is Octopath Traveler 0, the latest installment from Square Enix's celebrated HD-2D series.
Following the critical and commercial successes of Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II, this new chapter promises to deliver the same rich narrative depth and strategic turn-based combat that players have come to expect.
Octopath Traveler 0 is set for simultaneous launch on both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 platforms, ensuring access for fans who have yet to upgrade their hardware. Nintendo's updated schedule also highlights Run for Money: Hunters vs.
Runners! Can You Win as Either, launching across both generations, and Nightmare: The Lunatic for Nintendo Switch.
On the digital download front, users will have access to an array of new indie and simulation titles, including the Simogo Legacy Collection, which arrives in a special Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
Noteworthy additional downloads for Switch include Bus Sim 25: City Simulator, Farm Simulator 2025, and Viewfinder, among others.
Several titles, such as A Game About Digging a Hole and Milano’s Odd Job Collection, will be available starting December 9. A Nintendo spokesperson stated through official channels that this update to the Japanese eShop represents Nintendo’s commitment to delivering a diverse library for new and existing platforms.
They reiterated that both blockbuster releases and innovative digital experiences remain a priority as the Switch ecosystem evolves. With these new releases, Nintendo continues to expand its software library and reinforce the enduring popularity of the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 platforms.
The mix of established franchises, original concepts, and engaging indie projects underscores Nintendo's strategy for a robust digital distribution model through the eShop.
As December 2025 approaches, players can look forward to one of the strongest holiday lineups yet on their Nintendo hardware.
This refresh brings good news for fans awaiting marquee franchises, as games like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Octopath Traveler 0 headline this diverse release lineup. One of the most highly anticipated entries is Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, which will be available in both a standard Switch release and an enhanced Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
Developed by Retro Studios and published by Nintendo, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has been one of the most closely watched projects since its initial announcement.
The title continues the legacy of the Metroid Prime series, which has received acclaim for its atmospheric exploration, inventive puzzles, and action-packed gameplay.
Now, for the first time, players will be able to experience this new chapter with optimizations tailored for the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2 hardware. Another standout title is Octopath Traveler 0, the latest installment from Square Enix's celebrated HD-2D series.
Following the critical and commercial successes of Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler II, this new chapter promises to deliver the same rich narrative depth and strategic turn-based combat that players have come to expect.
Octopath Traveler 0 is set for simultaneous launch on both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 platforms, ensuring access for fans who have yet to upgrade their hardware. Nintendo's updated schedule also highlights Run for Money: Hunters vs.
Runners! Can You Win as Either, launching across both generations, and Nightmare: The Lunatic for Nintendo Switch.
On the digital download front, users will have access to an array of new indie and simulation titles, including the Simogo Legacy Collection, which arrives in a special Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
Noteworthy additional downloads for Switch include Bus Sim 25: City Simulator, Farm Simulator 2025, and Viewfinder, among others.
Several titles, such as A Game About Digging a Hole and Milano’s Odd Job Collection, will be available starting December 9. A Nintendo spokesperson stated through official channels that this update to the Japanese eShop represents Nintendo’s commitment to delivering a diverse library for new and existing platforms.
They reiterated that both blockbuster releases and innovative digital experiences remain a priority as the Switch ecosystem evolves. With these new releases, Nintendo continues to expand its software library and reinforce the enduring popularity of the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 platforms.
The mix of established franchises, original concepts, and engaging indie projects underscores Nintendo's strategy for a robust digital distribution model through the eShop.
As December 2025 approaches, players can look forward to one of the strongest holiday lineups yet on their Nintendo hardware.
