Nintendo enthusiasts have plenty to celebrate as the gaming giant unveiled an exciting lineup during their 40-minute Nintendo Direct this September. The event was jam-packed with updates, announcements, and teasers for games arriving on the Nintendo Switch. Here's a quick rundown of all the new games and projects that were revealed:
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Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door HD: Remastered and slated for next year.
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Mario vs. Donkey Kong Remake: Launching on February 16, 2024; features local co-op.
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F-Zero 99: Available now exclusively for Nintendo Switch Online members; battle royale-style racing with SNES wireless controller support.
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Princess Peach: Showtime!: Releases March 22, 2024; gameplay varies depending on Peach's transformations.
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Tomb Raider 1, 2, and 3 Remasters: Arriving February 14, 2024; toggle between updated visuals and original look.
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Luigi's Mansion 2 HD: Coming next summer; showcased a new trailer.
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Splatoon 3's Side Order: New gameplay trailer; available next spring as part of the game's expansion pass.
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Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown: Scheduled for January 18; developed by Ubisoft Montpellier.
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Super Mario RPG Remake: New trailer; launching November 17, 2023.
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Trombone Champ: Arrives on Switch with gyro controls or Joy-Cons IR motion sensor support.
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Dave the Diver: Releasing October 26; previously a PC exclusive.
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's Booster Course Pass: Wave 6 coming this holiday; features new track and four new racers.
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Detective Pikachu Returns: Out October 6; new cinematic trailer focusing on Pokémon aiding the main characters.
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Amiibo Updates: Sora, Zelda and Ganondorf, Noah and Miuo Amiibos announced; release dates vary.
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Horizon Chase 2: Available on Switch starting today.
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Another Code: Recollection: Compilation out January 19, 2024; features both original games enhanced for the Switch.
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SaGa Emerald Beyond: New installment arriving next year; trailer featured multiple playable characters.
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Unicorn Overlord: Tactics RPG releasing on March 8; developed by Vanillaware.
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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes: New release date of April 23, 2024.
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WarioWare: Move It!: New trailer; over 200 micro-games confirmed.
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Nintendo Gallery Museum: Still on track for March 2024 completion; question block to be painted on the roof.
With so many announcements and updates, it's evident that Nintendo is going all-in to keep the gaming community engaged. From remasters of beloved classics to entirely new IPs, Nintendo Switch owners are in for an eventful year ahead.
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