Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase July 2025: Full Recap and Key Announcements for Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo delivered a powerhouse lineup during its July 2025 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, unveiling an exciting slate of third-party and first-party games destined for Nintendo Switch 2 and the legacy Nintendo Switch platform.

The event was packed with game reveals, expansive RPG adventures, remastered classics, and major franchise returns, affirming Nintendo’s robust partnerships with top global publishers and its ongoing support for its hardware ecosystem throughout 2025 and beyond. Leading the announcements was the debut of "Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection," the latest entry in Capcom’s popular turn-based RPG series.

Set amidst an ecological crisis and an emerging conflict between neighboring kingdoms, the game promises an all-new narrative and strategic monster-riding gameplay when it launches on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.

Also featured was a new look at "Octopath Traveler 0," a prequel that builds on Square Enix’s signature HD-2D art style, set for release on both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on December 4, 2025. Sports enthusiasts can look forward to "EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26," which marks the football franchise’s Switch debut on August 14, 2025, and "EA SPORTS FC 26," bringing enhanced gameplay, Manager Live Challenges, and story-driven content on September 26. RPG fans were treated to the announcement of "Persona 3 Reload"—Atlus’s modern reimagining of the acclaimed RPG—arriving October 23 for Nintendo Switch 2.

Meanwhile, "Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles" returns with a fully voiced, upgraded edition for both consoles on September 30. Action and adventure titles were also in the spotlight.

"Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment," set deep in Zelda lore, allows players to relive Hyrule’s ancient battles with iconic characters, arriving on Nintendo Switch 2 this winter.

Sega’s "Yakuza Kiwami" and "Yakuza Kiwami 2" are slated for enhanced release on Switch 2 on November 13, offering new graphics and performance options. The showcase highlighted fan-favorite franchises and newcomers alike, including: - "Chillin’ by the Fire," a tranquil campfire social sim, launches later today on Switch 2. - "Cronos: The New Dawn," a time-bending survival horror adventure, debuts September 5 on Switch 2. - "Plants vs.

Zombies: Replanted," an HD remake packed with new content, releases October 23 on both Switch platforms. - "DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO," with the largest character roster in franchise history, lands November 14. - Ubisoft’s highly anticipated "Star Wars Outlaws" launches September 4, featuring innovative controls and an open-world narrative. - "Just Dance 2026 Edition" invites players to dance to new tracks and modes beginning October 14. - "The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales," an HD-2D action-RPG from Square Enix, has an exclusive demo premiering today and full launch slated for 2026 on Switch 2. - "Once Upon A Katamari" (October 24), "PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC" (September 26), and "Hela" (2026) continue the diverse lineup. Additionally, a montage teased further upcoming titles such as "Borderlands 4" (October 3 on Switch 2), "Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven," and "Goodnight Universe." The showcase also announced new downloadable content for "Hello Kitty Island Adventure" and the return of classic platformers like "SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance" (August 29). Nintendo’s July 2025 Partner Showcase underscores the Nintendo Switch family’s ongoing vitality, offering an unmatched variety of games across genres and generations.

With major global partnerships and a steady cadence of releases, the Switch and Switch 2 continue to be cornerstone platforms for both beloved franchises and innovative new titles.

For a full recap and detailed trailers, visit the official Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase portal on Nintendo’s website.

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