Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Arrives — Latest Nintendo eShop Releases and Events

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 returns in a high-profile Nintendo Switch 2 release this week, and Nintendo’s eShop lineup is busy with new launches, pre-orders and time-limited events. The 2017 JRPG originally released on Nintendo Switch now has a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition that brings visual and performance upgrades to Nintendo’s next-generation handheld-console hybrid. This roundup covers verified release dates, platform notes and official offers available on the Nintendo eShop and related Nintendo services. Editors acknowledged a slight delay in this weekly update, noting staff time spent playing Xenoblade Chronicles 2 on Nintendo Switch 2 amid the game’s launch activity. The Switch 2 Edition of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is available now for the Nintendo Switch 2 system and includes enhanced presentation: 4K output and 60 frames per second in TV mode and full HD at 60 fps in handheld mode, along with smoother cutscenes. New content added to the release includes a Rare Blade named Momo, an action battle mode called Merc Assault, and other features. Owners of the original Nintendo Switch version can purchase an upgrade pack from the Nintendo eShop. Pre-orders and major dates - EA SPORTS Madden NFL 27 is available for pre-order on Nintendo eShop and is scheduled to launch on August 13 for Nintendo Switch 2. Players who pre-order the Deluxe Edition can receive up to three days of early access and additional in-game items. Nintendo Music and playlists - Nintendo has added new playlists to Nintendo Music, including Free Roam tracks tied to Mario Kart World and themed Free Roam playlists featuring Super Mario World 2: Yoshi’s Island, Donkey Kong Country, Luigi’s Mansion and others. Details are listed on Nintendo’s official site. Limited-time activities and My Nintendo rewards - Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush DLC event "Bobbing for Baubles" runs Aug. 4 at 1 a.m. PT through Aug. 11 at 12:59 a.m. PT with in-game statue rewards. - My Nintendo members can redeem 1,000 Platinum Points for an exclusive Super Mario World desktop metal display while supplies last. A Splatoon Raiders memo pad is also available for 550 Platinum Points. Notable new releases on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch this week include Big Walk (available Aug. 4), Parkasaurus: Dinoluxe Edition (Aug. 5), Lies of P: Complete Edition (Aug. 5) and multiple Arcade Archives entries. For a full and current list of eShop deals and new releases, consult Nintendo’s official store pages. If you’re tracking Switch 2 launches and eShop rotation, these releases and timed events are now live or available for pre-order via the Nintendo eShop and related Nintendo services.