The Nintendo Direct on September 9, 2026 left Nintendo Switch 2 owners with a long release queue. To turn the showcase into a useful calendar, this selection focuses on ten full games that appeared in the presentation and already have a release date with a specific day, month, and year in official Nintendo sources. The order below runs from the nearest release to the farthest, based on information available on September 10, 2026.
The 10 games with confirmed dates, in release order
| Order | Game | Switch 2 release date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nintendo Switch Sports Resort | October 22, 2026 |
| 2 | Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy | November 12, 2026 |
| 3 | Xenoblade Chronicles 3 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition | December 3, 2026 |
| 4 | Monster Hunter Wilds | December 4, 2026 |
| 5 | Professor Layton and the New World of Steam | December 10, 2026 |
| 6 | Metroid Ravenous | January 28, 2027 |
| 7 | Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis | February 12, 2027 |
| 8 | Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity – Definitive Edition | February 25, 2027 |
| 9 | FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION | April 8, 2027 |
| 10 | Persona 4 Revival | May 20, 2027 |
1. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort — October 22, 2026
The sports game set on Wuhu Island is the first release in this selection. During the Direct, Nintendo showed new details about exploring the island, activities outside regular matches, and progression in Island Crown mode. The company confirmed an October 22 launch exclusively on Switch 2.
2. Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy — November 12, 2026
The new edition of Pikmin 4 adds Switch 2-specific features, including voice commands for Oatchi, resolution improvements, and the Dandori Academy mode. Nintendo set the release for November 12, 2026 and said players who already own Pikmin 4 on Switch will be able to buy an upgrade pack.
3. Xenoblade Chronicles 3 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition — December 3, 2026
The Switch 2 version arrives on December 3 with improved performance and resolution, plus the new Heroes’ Vault mode and the new Hero Shimmer. It is an enhanced edition of the RPG originally released on Nintendo Switch, with an upgrade-pack option for owners of the earlier version.
4. Monster Hunter Wilds — December 4, 2026
One day after Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Monster Hunter Wilds comes to Switch 2. Nintendo says this version includes previously released Title Update content and supports local wireless and online multiplayer, along with cross-platform play. The Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance expansion is planned for 2027 but has no specific day yet, so it is not part of this list.
5. Professor Layton and the New World of Steam — December 10, 2026
Professor Layton and Luke return for a new investigation in Steam Bison. Nintendo confirmed December 10, 2026 for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. Because the date is exact and the game appeared in the September 9 Direct, it fits the selection even though it is releasing on both systems in the Switch family.
6. Metroid Ravenous — January 28, 2027
The new 2D Metroid sends Samus Aran into an underground world after an attack and introduces mechanics tied to her Metroid powers. Nintendo set January 28, 2027 for both the standard and special editions, exclusively on Switch 2.
7. Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis — February 12, 2027
The reimagining of Lara Croft’s original adventure is scheduled for February 12, 2027 on Switch 2. Nintendo also lists 48-hour early access with the Deluxe Edition; for ordering this list, the standard edition’s official release date is used so early access is not treated as the general launch.
8. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity – Definitive Edition — February 25, 2027
The Definitive Edition combines the base game and Expansion Pass content while adding visual improvements, smoother performance, and a new Calamity Mode. Its Switch 2 release is set for February 25, 2027.
9. FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION — April 8, 2027
The final chapter of the FINAL FANTASY VII remake project arrives on Switch 2 on April 8, 2027. Nintendo presented it as the conclusion of the trilogy, with larger-scale exploration and the final struggle against the threat of Meteor.
10. Persona 4 Revival — May 20, 2027
The farthest release in this selection is Persona 4 Revival, scheduled for May 20, 2027 on Switch 2. The remake returns to the mystery of Inaba and the series’ mix of social bonds and turn-based battles. Persona 6 was also shown for the system, but it has no confirmed release date and therefore does not qualify.
What was the selection criterion?
The Direct included more dated announcements as well as many titles without a specific day. To avoid presenting a subjective ranking as a calendar, this article uses a verifiable editorial filter: full games highlighted by Nintendo in the September 9 presentation, confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, and assigned an explicit calendar date in an official source. The ten selected games are then ordered only by release date.
- New games, remakes, and Switch 2 editions qualify when Nintendo provides a complete date.
- Demos, free updates, DLC, and games already available on the day of the Direct are excluded.
- Announcements described only as “2027,” “spring 2027,” “later this year,” or another broad window are excluded.
- This is not intended to be a complete list of every dated game mentioned in the event; it organizes ten officially confirmed highlights.
Which announcements were left out because they lack an exact date?
Kirby and the World Beyond was given a spring 2027 window but no specific day. Persona 6 was confirmed for Switch 2 without a date. Yo-kai Watch 2: Haunted Domain also appeared without a finalized calendar date. Other titles were listed only by year or a broad release window. They may gain a place in a future calendar once Nintendo or their publishers announce an exact date.
Can the dates change?
Yes. Announced release dates can be delayed or changed by publishers and developers. The safest approach is to check the official game page or the Direct page again before buying or pre-ordering. This article reflects official information available on September 10, 2026.
Official sources
The list was checked against the official Nintendo Direct 9.9.2026 page, the Nintendo of America announcement recap, and the European Nintendo Direct page, which gathers Switch 2 highlights and game links.
