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Nintendo has a lot planned for 2022, and while some big name titles weren’t mentioned during the 40-minute Nintendo Direct video, there’s plenty of action for the Switch console in the coming months.
Nintendo Switch Sports
Releases on April 29th, 2022
Get moving with Nintendo Switch Sports, the latest evolution of the Wii Sports series. Play individually or online in Soccer, Volleyball, Bowling, Tennis, Badminton and Chambara — Golf will appear in the fall as a free update. The physical version of Nintendo Switch Sports will include a leg strap accessory to partake in Soccer Shoot-Out.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass
Releases on March 18th, 2022
Bolster your driving skills with 48 race tracks from previous titles in Mario Kart in this paid DLC. The DLC is included in the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack or available for purchase separately, but requires a full version of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3
Releases in September 2022
Third in the Xenoblade Chronicles this adventure ties into the previous two games. Play as Noah and Mio as they are thrust into battle between the warring nations Keves and Agnus.
Mario Strikers: Battle League
Releases on June 10th, 2022
This five-on-five sport takes soccer to the next level. Power up with armor and use items to get the ball into your opponents net. Play individually — 8 on a single Nintendo Switch console, or 20 online and strike while the ball is hot!
MLB The Show 22
Releases on April 5th, 2022
Knock it out of the park with MLB The Show 22 in the series’ first appearance on the Switch system. Make your way to the top in Road to the Show mode or trade cards in Diamond Dynasty. Have friends that play MLB The Show 22 on another console? Team up with them using cross-platform play and transfer your content or progress between systems, too!
CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION
Releases on April 7th, 2022
Relive the classic RPG CHRONO CROSS on the Switch. Completely remastered for the console, players can turn off enemy encounters, enjoy an updated soundtrack and partake in RADICAL DREAMERS as well.
Portal: Companion Collection
Releases in 2022
Portal and Portal 2 on the Nintendo Switch is not a lie. Using the ASHPD, create openings to send yourself, cubes, or even robots, into unexplored areas. Portal 2 includes, local, online and split-screen multiplayer!
Splatoon 3
Releases in Summer 2022
There’s an inkling of action in the latest addition to the Splatoon series with new features and gameplay for Splatoon 3.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land
Releases on March 25th, 2022
As Kirby explores this abandoned world, he acquires some pretty helpful skills in his quest to save the Waddle Dees. Inhaling a car, Kirby can use it to drive around, or launch canned drinks after consuming a vending machine!
Disney Speedstorm
Releases in Summer 2022
Burn some rubber in this high-speed racing game populated with the cast from famous Disney and Pixar films. Disney Speedstorm is free to play, with cross-platform and split-screen multiplayer modes, this mouse is gonna roll!
No Man’s Sky
Releases in Summer 2022
The vast universe is ready for discovery, with so many planets harbouring life, the opportunities are endless. Using the resources at hand, create a small settlement, a reminder you were there or recruit the locals to build big! Blast off and then do it all again in another world.
EarthBound / EarthBound Beginnings
Releases on February 9th, 2022
Ness, Paula, Jeff and Poo set off in an adventure to stop an alien force that is transforming all that’s good in the world into evil.
Metroid Dread
Releases on February 9th, 2022
A free update adds the ruthless Dread Mode — one hit equals instant death; while the gentler Rookie Mode provides faster health regeneration. A second free update is scheduled for April 2022 will include the Boss Rush Mode.
Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp
Releases on April 8th, 2022
The tanks are back! Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp is a remastered edition of the Game Boy Advance strategy games Advance Wars and Advance Wars 2. Lead the Orange Star Army to victory, but be mindful of the terrain and weather and plan ahead to gain the advantage.
STAR WARS: The Force Unleashed
Releases on April 20th, 2022
Patrol the galaxy and eliminate any remaining Jedi as Darth Vader’s secret apprentice. Wield a lightsaber and unleash the full power of the Force in this remaster from the Nintendo Wii.
Assassin’s Creed The Ezio Collection
Releases on February 17th, 2022
Return to Italian Renaissance and Constantinople as the assassin Ezio Auditore da Firenze as he uncovers the truth about his families murders in this compilation of three titles from the Assassin’s Creed series. This version also includes two bonus videos and DLC; plus an improved display, HD rumble and touchscreen controls.
Cuphead – The Delicious Last Course
Releases on June 30th, 2022
Cuphead and Mugman are back in action, exploring Inkwell Isle with their new partner Ms. Chalice. There’s new bosses, new moves and new dangers awaiting Cuphead, Mugman and Ms. Chalice in this comical adventure.
Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival
Releases in 2022
The game comes with 76 songs to beat out, including The Legend of Zelda main theme, the opening theme to Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – “Gurenge”, “Feel Special” and “Racing into the Night.” Play against friends in Great Drum Toy War or put on a concert with the DON-chan Band. An in-game paid subscription service opens up a library of over 500 additional songs.
Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes
Releases on June 24th, 2022
Fódlan is at war and Edelgard, Dimitri, Claude have come to lead their respective houses to victory. Swarms of enemies will stand no chance against a barrage of combos and attacks unleashed in this real-time battle filled with characters from Fire Emblem: Three Houses.
LIVE A LIVE
Releases on July 22nd, 2022
This Japan-only release is now coming to the Nintendo Switch. Seven unique stories transport players into varying time periods, regions and heroes — the dusty desterns of the wild west and the dark streets of Edo Japan, among others, all in a beautiful two-dimensional style.
TRIANGLE STRATEGY
Releases on March 4th, 2022
A demo of TRIANGLE STRATEGY is available on the Nintendo eShop; when the game releases in a few weeks, saved progress can be ported into the full game so you don’t miss any of the action.
FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake / FRONT MISSION 2: Remake
Releases in Summer 2022
Take control of a robotic Wanzer and head into battle; a good leader will look for weaknesses in the opposing mechas machinery. FRONT MISSION 2: Remake is expected in the near future.
Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series
Releases on July 8th, 2022
The two games Klonoa: Door to Phantomile and Klonoa 2: Lunatea’s Veil arrive on the Nintendo Switch in one amazing package. This sidescrolling adventure leads Klonoa to travel to wherever dreams are in danger and requiring the best of his abilities to save them.
GetsuFumaDen: Undying Moon
Releases on February 9th, 2022
Death is just the beginning; even after your passing, your soul continues the battle. Styled in the Japanese woodblock art of ukiyo-e, the landscapes are fluid and ever changing, presenting new challenges in this life and the next.
SD GUNDAM BATTLE ALLIANCE
Releases in 2022
Pilot chibi versions of the massive Gundam mecha to restore order in the universe as so-called Breaks are causing chaos. Upgrade your Mobile Suit with parts to unlock new abilities and powers. Also includes and online multiplayer mode.
Kingdom Hearts Integrum Masterpiece for Cloud
Releases on February 10th, 2022
Protect Kingdom Hearts in the compilation Kingdom Hearts Integrum Masterpiece which includes all titles from Kingdom Hearts to Kingdom Hearts III and the DLC in a cloud-based game (which requires a steady internet connection to play).
Sources: Nintendo press release, YouTube
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