WWE 2K and NBA 2K Officially Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 During Nintendo Direct

2K, the renowned video game publisher, has officially confirmed that both WWE 2K and NBA 2K franchises will be available on the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2.

The announcement was made during the latest Nintendo Direct presentation, signaling a significant return of major sports titles to Nintendo hardware.

While details remain scarce regarding release dates or specific features, the confirmation alone has energized fans eager for blockbuster sports experiences on the next-generation console. The WWE 2K series has a varied history with Nintendo platforms, last appearing with WWE 2K18 on the original Nintendo Switch.

However, that entry was widely criticized for its subpar performance and missing features compared to other platforms, leaving fans hoping for a more optimized and feature-complete version on the Switch 2.

The NBA 2K franchise, conversely, maintained a more consistent presence on the Nintendo Switch, with annual releases appearing alongside their counterparts for PlayStation and Xbox. Following the Nintendo Direct announcement, a representative from 2K Games expressed excitement about embracing the capabilities of the next-generation hardware, stating, "2K is committed to bringing top-quality sports gaming experiences to as many players as possible, and Nintendo Switch 2 offers new opportunities for innovation and realism." Although further information is still under wraps, this statement underscores 2K’s dedication to delivering improved versions of its flagship sports titles for Nintendo’s user base. Notably, the WWE 2K franchise has been absent from Nintendo consoles since its last Nintendo Switch release in 2017, while the Madden NFL series has not been represented since the Wii U era, never making it to the original Nintendo Switch.

With this new development, anticipation is running high regarding how 2K will leverage the advanced hardware and updated online features expected from the Switch 2. These announcements arrived amongst a flurry of exciting news at the Nintendo Direct, reflecting Nintendo’s ongoing effort to expand third-party support and bolster its upcoming game library.

For those following the resurgence of major franchises on Nintendo platforms, the arrival of WWE 2K and NBA 2K on Switch 2 marks a major milestone and signals an exciting era ahead for sports gaming fans on Nintendo consoles. Stay tuned to official Nintendo and 2K channels for further updates as more details about WWE 2K and NBA 2K for Nintendo Switch 2 — including release dates, gameplay enhancements, and eShop availability — are expected in the coming months.

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