Nintendo eShop Update: Upcoming Switch and Switch 2 Games Highlighted by Pokémon Legends: Z-A

Nintendo fans in Japan can look forward to an exciting week as the official eShop release schedule for both Nintendo Switch and the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 has been updated for October 16, 2025.

Highlighting this upcoming wave of digital and retail launches is Pokémon Legends: Z-A, a marquee title expected to expand the popular franchise on Nintendo’s hardware platforms. As listed in the updated release calendar, Pokémon Legends: Z-A will be available both in a standard edition for the Nintendo Switch and in a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 version.

This dual-platform approach ensures that both new adopters and existing players can experience the next evolution in the Pokémon Legends series.

The initiative underlines Nintendo’s commitment to supporting its established user base while seamlessly transitioning to next-generation hardware. Beyond Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 eShop will welcome a robust lineup of titles covering a wide array of genres.

Notable releases include "Starbites" for retail, and, for digital download, a collection of diverse games such as "Bumblebee: Spooky Nights," "Charming Hearts," and "Deathless: The Hero Quest".

Puzzle enthusiasts and retro gaming fans will be pleased to see titles like "Eggconsole Revival Xanadu II PC-9801" and "Maze: Path of Light" (the latter launching October 18), while simulation and action categories will be bolstered by "Desk Wars," "Hole Digging Simulator 2025," and "Web Fishing: Relax and Fish." In a recent statement provided through official Nintendo channels, company representatives emphasized that “the October release schedule demonstrates our ongoing efforts to deliver a broad range of gaming experiences for both new and returning players on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.” This updated release calendar follows a strong year for Nintendo, with the Switch platform surpassing significant sales milestones and maintaining momentum ahead of its next hardware iteration. The full list for the week of October 16, 2025, also includes "Crownfall: Young Hero" (available October 17), "Steampunch: Lost Tombs" (arriving October 22), "Super Yellow Ballman," "Smoots Crazy Wave," and simulation titles like "Retro Geek Shop Simulator" and "Snack and Quack." With such a varied offering, the eShop remains a central hub for discovering both indie gems and major franchise entries, reinforcing Nintendo’s ecosystem for digital distribution. As the Nintendo Switch approaches the end of its lifecycle and the Nintendo Switch 2 emerges, the company’s strategy to launch games across both systems is clear.

The commitment to a seamless transition and strong release schedule positions Nintendo for continued success as players await more news from future Nintendo Direct presentations and updates to the eShop catalogue.

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