Gaming

All the announced Switch 2 games will make you buy the console

Open-world Mario Kart, 3D Donkey Kong platformer, a new FromSoftware title

Published

April 2, 2025

Luigi Leonardo

It’s safe to say that PC-based handheld consoles are now put on notice. After Nintendo’s more detailed announcement of the console, the Nintendo Switch 2 is set to reclaim its crown as the world’s best handheld console. While we have a breakdown of the console’s hardware here, it’s time to talk about the games you can play on the console.

Mario Kart World

The recently concluded Direct started off with a bang. It announced the upcoming Mario Kart World. Whereas the previous sneak peek showed off the game’s racing, the new trailer reveals something much more amazing than just a racing game.

For the first time, Mario Kart is an open-world game. Though you have the usual circuits and races, you also have the option to drive towards the next race. There’s also a free roam mode wherein you can just explore the world in your chosen car and character. It’s similar to arcade racers on other platforms such as Forza Horizon 5.

There’s a new mode called Knockout Tour which works like a battle royale. There are new cosmetics and power-ups. It’s definitely a revolution of the Mario Kart franchise.

Plus, it’s a launch day title, so you can get the new game as soon as the Switch 2 launches on June 5.

Donkey Kong Bananza

From the very beginning of the Direct to its ultimate end, here’s Donkey Kong Bananza. The presentation did not reveal a new 3D platformer for the Mario franchise. In lieu of that much-awaited announcement, Nintendo revealed a similar revolution for the Donkey Kong series.

Donkey Kong Bananza is the 3D platformer that we’ve been waiting for since Super Mario Odyssey. The platformer maximizes the Switch 2’s hardware. The graphics look amazing. Donkey Kong’s fur looks amazing. Plus, unlike Super Mario Odyssey, Bananza will feature destructible terrain. It’s not just Odyssey with a new skin; it’s something new.

Donkey Kong Bananza releases on July 17.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment

The Zelda franchise is also getting a nod for the new generation. Developed in partnership with Koei Tecmo, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is a new title in the Hyrule Warriors series. It also ties directly into Tears of the Kingdom.

Zelda — not Link! — finds herself in the past participating in the Imprisoning War. With the help of Hyrule’s mightiest warriors, she must fight against the forces of darkness to save Hyrule. Because it’s a Hyrule Warriors game, it’s more action-packed, compared to the laidback style of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom.

It will launch this winter.

Kirby Air Raiders

Finally, Kirby is also getting a new title for the upcoming console. Though it’s practically just a teaser than an actual trailer, Kirby Air Raiders will continue the original Air Ride launched way back during the GameCube era.

We don’t know much about the upcoming title yet, but it’s coming from the original director, Masahiro Sakurai.

It is coming in 2025.

The Duskbloods

We now live in a world where FromSoftware can announce a new title and franchise during a Nintendo Direct. Despite Nightreign still launching later this year, FromSoftware is already laying down the tracks for its next major franchise, The Duskbloods.

Upon first seeing the trailer, you will be forgiven for assuming a sequel to the widely successful Bloodborne. In fact, it uses much of the same language including blood and moonlight. But this is an entirely new franchise.

As is typical with all FromSoftware trailers, there’s a lot of mystery surrounding the new trailer. However, it does look like the game combines horror, cyberpunk, and the dark whimsy of Alice in Wonderland all into one title. It has the vibes of Lies of P. Then again, it’s FromSoftware, so we can assume something more.

The Duskbloods launches in 2026 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Hollow Knight: Silksong

This is one of the most recurring fever dreams for gamers. Is Silksong real? Fans of Hollow Knight know that, despite having the sequel announced six years ago, an actual release date is still a myth.

Nintendo just blew everything out of the water. In a brief four-second clip, the Direct announced that the much-awaited sequel to the widely successful Hollow Knight is launching this year. This was also supported by a tweet posted by Nintendo itself.

Is Silksong real? The Switch 2 wants to make it real.

Nintendo GameCube classics

As a new addition to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription, the Switch 2 will give subscribers access to a growing library of Nintendo GameCube classics including The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker and Soul Caliber II.

Tons of modern games coming to the Switch 2

When the Switch 2 was announced, we assumed that the console was going to function similarly to the original console. That is, it’s a console meant specifically for Nintendo’s game but sprinkled sporadically with a few third-party releases operating at lower specs. Nintendo is thinking differently.

Today’s most popular games are coming to the Switch 2. These aren’t shabby titles either. The Direct confirmed that massive games, such as Cyberpunk 2077, Borderlands 4, Yakuza 0, and Elden Ring, are playable on the new console.

The Switch 2 is making a statement, and it’s not looking good for the world of handheld consoles. Nintendo’s upcoming console is powerful enough to play modern games at a decent resolution. Plus, it can play Nintendo’s lineup of games, a feat you can’t do on other consoles.

Gaming

Resident Evil Requiem is out now

30 years later

Published

February 28, 2026

GadgetMatch

Resident Evil Requiem is now available worldwide, marking the ninth mainline entry in Capcom’s long-running survival horror franchise.

The game launches today on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Epic Games Store, and GeForce NOW. Set 30 years after the Raccoon City Incident, the story returns players to the ruins of a city that defined the series’ legacy.

This time, players follow two protagonists: newcomer Grace Ashcroft, an FBI intelligence analyst investigating a string of mysterious deaths tied to her mother’s murder, and returning fan favorite Leon S. Kennedy. As their paths converge at the center of a new outbreak, both must confront the lingering trauma of Raccoon City and uncover the truth behind the incident that changed the world.

First-person or third-person

For the first time in the series, players can freely switch between first-person and third-person perspectives, blending immersive horror with more dynamic action. Multiple difficulty settings are available, including a Casual mode with aim assist and a Standard (Classic) mode that reintroduces the Ink Ribbon save system while playing as Grace.

Editions available

Resident Evil Requiem is available in Standard and Deluxe editions. The Deluxe edition includes five costumes, four weapon skins, two screen filters, two charms, and additional bonus content. A Premium Steelbook Edition bundles the Deluxe content with a limited-edition lenticular card, available while supplies last.

Capcom is also celebrating the launch with a slate of collaborations and collectibles. These include a themed Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller, the franchise’s first-ever amiibo figures of Grace and Leon arriving July 30, 2026, limited-edition watches designed with Hamilton, a one-of-a-kind Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT created as Leon’s in-game vehicle, and 1/6 scale collectible figures launching this fall.

Resident Evil Symphony of Legacy

To mark the series’ 30th anniversary, the Resident Evil Symphony of Legacy orchestral concert series will tour Japan, North America, and Europe later this year. Meanwhile, Resident Evil 7 biohazard Gold Edition and Resident Evil Village Gold Edition also arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 today, alongside a Generation Pack bundle exclusive to the platform.

With a return to Raccoon City and a new chapter in survival horror underway, Resident Evil Requiem ushers in what Capcom calls a new era for the iconic franchise.

Gaming

Tales of Berseria Remastered is out now on consoles and PC

A tale of emotion returns

Published

February 28, 2026

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Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced that Tales of Berseria Remastered is out now. It’s available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

The remaster brings back the 2016 action RPG with visual and quality-of-life upgrades tailored for current-generation platforms. A new launch trailer accompanies the release. It offers a fresh look at Velvet’s journey, her party members, and her fateful clash with Altorius.

In celebration of the launch, fans in Southeast Asia can join an exclusive giveaway for a chance to win signed memorabilia from their favorite cast member. Details are available via Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia’s official Facebook and Instagram pages. A special video featuring the voice cast has also been released as part of the festivities.

A revenge story returns

Originally released in 2016, Tales of Berseria stood out as the first entry in the long-running franchise to feature a solo female protagonist. Players step into the role of Velvet. Her once gentle nature gives way to a burning desire for revenge after the death of her younger brother.

The remastered edition preserves the emotional weight of that story while refining the experience for modern hardware. Players can now toggle enemy encounters in fields and dungeons and view clearer destination icons for smoother navigation. The familiar Grade Shop is also unlocked from the start, allowing for a more flexible playthrough.

More than 70 pieces of DLC from the original release are included, ranging from character outfits inspired by previous Tales titles to helpful equipment for early adventures.

Game editions and bonuses

Tales of Berseria Remastered is available in both physical and digital formats. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes the base game, a Battle BGM pack, a digital artbook and soundtrack, and a Super Growth Support Herb Set.

Early purchasers and pre-order customers receive the Super Adventuring Assistance Set, which includes Apple Gel x10, Grape Gel x10, Life Bottle x10, and Panacea Bottle x10.

Physical copies also feature a reversible inlay with two different cover designs.

Gaming

Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves will launch in 2027

The region is based on Southeast Asia.

Published

February 27, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

The tenth generation of Pokémon is here! Kicking off the franchise’s celebration for thirty successful years, The Pokémon Company announced the next mainline games: Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves.

The announcement trailer started with a nostalgic reminiscing of a Pikachu across all the different generations over the years. A sudden knock on the door breaks the protagonist’s reminiscing. At the door are two Pikachu dressed in vacation clothes, standing outside a beach house on stilts.

Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves isn’t just another trip to another roaring urban-to-rural region. Rather, the generation’s yet-unnamed region wants you to take a vacation in a place inspired by Southeast Asia.

Because of its tropical locale, a lot of the Pokémon featured are more nature- and animal-based. You won’t see a lot of the newer creatures inspired by objects here.

The region will also have a variety of biomes including a forest, a beach, and even an underground volcanic section. And, making a comeback for the first time in years, there will seemingly be an underwater biome filled with aquatic Pokémon.

Highlighting the new generation are three new starter Pokémon: Browt, the Grass-type bird Pokémon; Pombon, the Fire-type dog Pokémon; and Gecqua, the Water-type gecko Pokémon.