There’s so much to feast on in the Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase! It includes new games and ports alike from third-party developers. What’s more, RPG-lovers will be quite busy because of the number of RPG games coming to the Nintendo Switch console.
Here’s a quick roundup of everything that was shown at the event:
October 6, 2022
Five years after its release, Nier Automata: Year of the Yorha will be playable on Nintendo Switch. The Year of the Yorha edition includes all contents previously released for the title. Unlike other versions, it will feature console-exclusive skins as a treat.
The well-loved Persona 3 Portable, Persona 4 Golden, and Persona 5 Royal will be ported to Nintendo Switch. Persona 5 Royal is expected to arrive on October 21, 2022, while the other two titles do not have a release date yet. As part of the Persona 25th anniversary, all three will soon be available on all other major platforms such as Xbox Series and PC (as previously announced in Xbox and Bethesda Showcas.
Our blue boy is getting more love with the Megaman Battle Network Legacy Collection. It includes 10 Mega Man Battle Network games plus over 180 songs and 1000 Mega Man illustrations from across the series.
October 20, 2022
Nintendo collaborates with Ubisoft for another Mario + Rabbids game. Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope introduces a new Rabbids creature called Sparks and they are in grave danger. Our lovely protagonists will jump into tactical turn-based battles to save them. The trailer also shows Bowser as a playable character.
November 4, 2022
"Introducing a brand-new fantasy x life simulation RPG from Square Enix! Through the changing seasons, explore an imaginative world, tend your crops, make new friends, face enemies in dynamic combat, and unravel the mystery of the season of death, Quietus."
2023
"In 2023, the Bomberman Brothers are back in SUPER BOMBERMAN R 2! NEW "Castle" mode added to standard battles and 64-player battle royale."
July 22, 2022
"Previously unreleased outside of Japan, the RPG game LIVE A LIVE is releasing on the Nintendo Switch system in the HD-2D style!"
June 29, 2022
"This is a collection of two legendary, award-winning Valve games: Portal and Portal 2. The Portal series blends puzzles, first-person action, hilarious dialog, and adventure gaming to produce an experience like no other. "
2022
"Sonic Frontiers is a new style of Sonic gameplay featuring action platforming, trademark Sonic speed and an expansive world that offers non-linear gameplay."
2022
"Return to Monkey Island is an unexpected, thrilling return of series creator Ron Gilbert that continues the story of the legendary adventure games."
December 9, 2022
"Two siblings' treasure-hunting dreams become reality as they are whisked away to the magical and mysterious realm of Draconia. Explore this vast and untamed world with your gang of helpful monsters by using their unique treasure-hunting abilities."
September 6, 2022
"Explore a world filled with the magic of Disney as you discover rich stories and build the perfect neighborhood alongside Disney and Pixar heroes and villains in this new life-sim adventure game."
2023
"Discover the mysteries of Minecraft Legends, a new action strategy game. Lead your allies in heroic battles to defend the Overworld from the destructive piglins."
August 26, 2022
"Adventure to Ghost Island to rescue the PAC-FAM and experience the remastered classic! "
August 18, 2022
"The highly anticipated title that caught the world's attention with its incredible craftsmanship is coming this summer! Head into an epic and handmade adventure with Gamemaster Kenta! "
2022
"Take a first look at DORAEMON STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of the Great Kingdom, and relive your peaceful farming days"
June 28, 2022
"Join the genius alchemist Noah and her cat companion Zipper as they explore ancient ruins to uncover the secrets hidden within! Create unique teams and combos from 40+ recruitable allies in this casual but compelling game!"
2022
"Master complex industry chains and create a sprawling railway network capable of restoring an entire planet’s economy. "
February 2023
"Blanc follows the journey of a wolf cub and a fawn stranded in a vast, snowy wilderness. They’ll have to work together in an unlikely partnership to find their way home in this hand-crafted, emotional co-op adventure game."
2023
"The stage is set. Imagine an old baroque manor, perhaps a hotel or a museum, somewhere in central Europe. A woman wanders in search of answers. "
July 28, 2022
"Captain Velvet Meteor: The Jump+ Dimensions is a tactical action game where we meet Damien, a young boy who's just moved to Japan. Lonely, Damien plunges into his imagination as the superhero Captain Velvet Meteor, and discovers a world of heroes and villains from his favourite manga. Call upon a roster of Jump+ characters to help him on his quest to escape the mysterious world and defeat an unknown menace! "
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