Nintendo has kicked off the holiday gaming season with an exciting new slate of titles hitting the Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch eShop for the week of December 18, 2025.
This week’s Nintendo Download introduces top-tier releases like Divinity: Original Sin 2, the anticipated reboot of System Shock, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate, and much more.
Whether you’re a longtime Switch enthusiast or an adopter of the new Nintendo Switch 2, there’s something for every kind of player in this highly anticipated update. **Major Releases on Nintendo Switch 2 and eShop** Leading the charge on the Switch 2 eShop is *Divinity: Original Sin 2*, the critically acclaimed RPG from Larian Studios, finally making its way to Nintendo hardware.
Joining it is *System Shock*, the remade classic from Nightdive Studios, marking its arrival on a dedicated Nintendo platform with a $39.99 price point.
Other prominent launches include the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of *A-Train: All Aboard Tourism* ($66.99), the action-packed *Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate* ($32.49), and the eagerly awaited strategy game *Factorio* ($35.00, available December 22). Noteworthy multiplatform titles include *The Rogue Prince of Persia* ($29.99), providing fans a new side-scrolling adventure, and *System Shock*’s simultaneous release for both Switch and Switch 2 users.
Classic gaming also gets a spotlight, as *Rayman 2: The Great Escape* and *Tonic Trouble* join the Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Classics lineup for Switch Online subscribers. A full array of indie and budget-friendly games round out the update, such as *Asphalt Champions* ($20.99, December 22), *Cat Girl Survivor* ($19.99, December 22), *Oppidum* ($29.99), and several notable eShop debuts like *Monsters in Cards* and *Clutchtime: Basketball Deckbuilder*.
Detailed pricing and release dates are available directly on the Nintendo eShop and official sales portal. **Nintendo eShop Sales and Activities** Nintendo continues its tradition of delivering robust holiday discounts for both Switch and Switch 2 users.
Gamers can visit the [official Nintendo eShop sales page](https://www.nintendo.com/store/sales-and-deals) to discover the latest deals across first- and third-party titles. Online activities are also a highlight this week, particularly within the *Kirby Air Riders* community.
The new “Race to the Finish!” online event encourages players to participate in competitive Stadium challenges from December 18 at 7 p.m.
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Participants with Nintendo Switch Online memberships can earn exclusive in-game items, including rare street names, customizable stickers, themed badges, and a special Holiday Cap headwear reward to deck out their riders. The recently updated *Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment* for Nintendo Switch 2 also introduces a challenging new mode for series veterans.
Players who have completed the main storyline gain access to repeat battles against formidable foes like Phantom Ganon, and can unlock the grueling Forbidden Difficulty for enhanced Unique Skills and better rewards. **Nintendo’s 2025 Release Momentum** Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to expanding the Switch and Switch 2 libraries is reflected in the diversity and quality of this week’s eShop update.
With hits spanning from RPGs to action, strategy, and retro classics, Nintendo continues to secure its dominance in the hybrid console space as 2025 draws to a close.
For the most current details concerning game launches, special events, and digital sales, be sure to check the Nintendo eShop and stay connected through Nintendo Direct broadcasts and the official Nintendo News portal.
This week’s Nintendo Download introduces top-tier releases like Divinity: Original Sin 2, the anticipated reboot of System Shock, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate, and much more.
Whether you’re a longtime Switch enthusiast or an adopter of the new Nintendo Switch 2, there’s something for every kind of player in this highly anticipated update. **Major Releases on Nintendo Switch 2 and eShop** Leading the charge on the Switch 2 eShop is *Divinity: Original Sin 2*, the critically acclaimed RPG from Larian Studios, finally making its way to Nintendo hardware.
Joining it is *System Shock*, the remade classic from Nightdive Studios, marking its arrival on a dedicated Nintendo platform with a $39.99 price point.
Other prominent launches include the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of *A-Train: All Aboard Tourism* ($66.99), the action-packed *Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate* ($32.49), and the eagerly awaited strategy game *Factorio* ($35.00, available December 22). Noteworthy multiplatform titles include *The Rogue Prince of Persia* ($29.99), providing fans a new side-scrolling adventure, and *System Shock*’s simultaneous release for both Switch and Switch 2 users.
Classic gaming also gets a spotlight, as *Rayman 2: The Great Escape* and *Tonic Trouble* join the Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Classics lineup for Switch Online subscribers. A full array of indie and budget-friendly games round out the update, such as *Asphalt Champions* ($20.99, December 22), *Cat Girl Survivor* ($19.99, December 22), *Oppidum* ($29.99), and several notable eShop debuts like *Monsters in Cards* and *Clutchtime: Basketball Deckbuilder*.
Detailed pricing and release dates are available directly on the Nintendo eShop and official sales portal. **Nintendo eShop Sales and Activities** Nintendo continues its tradition of delivering robust holiday discounts for both Switch and Switch 2 users.
Gamers can visit the [official Nintendo eShop sales page](https://www.nintendo.com/store/sales-and-deals) to discover the latest deals across first- and third-party titles. Online activities are also a highlight this week, particularly within the *Kirby Air Riders* community.
The new “Race to the Finish!” online event encourages players to participate in competitive Stadium challenges from December 18 at 7 p.m.
PT to December 25 at 7 p.m.
PT.
Participants with Nintendo Switch Online memberships can earn exclusive in-game items, including rare street names, customizable stickers, themed badges, and a special Holiday Cap headwear reward to deck out their riders. The recently updated *Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment* for Nintendo Switch 2 also introduces a challenging new mode for series veterans.
Players who have completed the main storyline gain access to repeat battles against formidable foes like Phantom Ganon, and can unlock the grueling Forbidden Difficulty for enhanced Unique Skills and better rewards. **Nintendo’s 2025 Release Momentum** Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to expanding the Switch and Switch 2 libraries is reflected in the diversity and quality of this week’s eShop update.
With hits spanning from RPGs to action, strategy, and retro classics, Nintendo continues to secure its dominance in the hybrid console space as 2025 draws to a close.
For the most current details concerning game launches, special events, and digital sales, be sure to check the Nintendo eShop and stay connected through Nintendo Direct broadcasts and the official Nintendo News portal.
