Nintendo’s September Direct has introduced Metroid Ravenous and Kirby and the World Beyond for Nintendo Switch 2. The same presentation confirmed Switch 2 versions or releases for Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Persona 6, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and several Resident Evil games. Nintendo also announced expanded editions of Pikmin 4 and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. The schedule stretches from late 2026 into 2027, so every title needs to be considered on its own date and platform.
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Metroid Ravenous returns Samus to a 2D structure
Nintendo describes Ravenous as an intense new 2D action adventure. That wording suggests exploration and combat built around readable rooms rather than a camera behind Samus. The launch is set for January 28, 2027, with standard and special editions. Players should wait for detailed footage before assuming how closely it follows Dread or older entries. The confirmed value is a new purpose-built Switch 2 game, not a simple conversion. Pre-orders opening early do not require a decision before performance and accessibility information is available.
Kirby expands into broad three-dimensional spaces
Kirby and the World Beyond places the character in larger 3D landscapes and is planned for spring 2027. The first look emphasizes movement across an open environment, but Nintendo has not reduced the game to one genre label. It may combine guided stages with wider areas. Families choosing it should watch later information about cooperative play and difficulty. Kirby games are often approachable, yet a larger world can change navigation and session length. The final design will matter more than the scale shown in a short presentation.
| Game | Confirmed direction |
|---|---|
| Metroid Ravenous | New 2D Samus adventure |
| Kirby and the World Beyond | Large 3D environments |
| Monster Hunter Wilds | Switch 2 release with prior updates |
| Persona 6 | Coming to Switch 2 |
| Pikmin 4 | Switch 2 edition and Dandori Academy |
Monster Hunter Wilds includes previous content
The Switch 2 edition is scheduled for December 4 and includes updates such as the Grand Hub, returning monsters and the Final Fantasy XIV collaboration. This edition supports local wireless play and online cross-platform multiplayer. Portable access is attractive, but hunters should compare performance, storage and online requirements with other versions. Existing cross-platform play does not automatically confirm shared save data. The Ascendance expansion is also planned for Switch 2 in 2027, giving this release a clear route beyond the base campaign.
Third-party role-playing games strengthen the schedule
Persona 6 and Persona 4 Revival bring two different Atlus projects to Switch 2. Final Fantasy VII Revelation continues Square Enix’s remake trilogy, while Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition, Resident Evil 3 and Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition add survival horror. These announcements matter because they give players more choice without leaving the platform for large series. Each publisher still controls pricing, editions and save features. A Direct confirms availability, but the individual store page remains the place to check language, download size and bonus content.
Older Nintendo games receive expanded editions
Pikmin 4 gains a Switch 2 edition and Dandori Academy. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity receives a Definitive Edition. An expanded release should be judged by the new content and upgrade route, especially for players who already own the original. Nintendo has not presented every difference as a free update. Existing owners should compare upgrade pricing, save transfer and exclusive modes before buying again. New players can treat the fuller edition as an entry point without needing the earlier hardware version.
Tomb Raider revisits the original adventure
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is described as a modern reimagining of Lara Croft’s 1996 journey. A reimagining can preserve locations and ideas while changing movement, combat and story structure. It should not be confused with a remaster that only improves textures. Later demonstrations need to show how exploration and puzzles work on Switch 2. The project adds another recognizable action series to the platform, but its success will depend on whether the new systems retain clear navigation and the sense of solving a dangerous space.
The presentation mixes firm dates with early announcements
Some games have release dates, others only seasons or confirmation of a platform. Readers should separate those levels of certainty. January 28 for Metroid and December 4 for Monster Hunter can be placed on a calendar. A general 2027 window for another title is not a promise of a particular month. This difference also helps editors avoid repeating the same news. A later date announcement is a new development, while repeating the same reveal without additional facts would not provide a new story.
One Direct should be read as a schedule, not one purchase list
The lineup covers action, role-playing, horror, family play and strategy. No player needs all of it. Choose by release timing, preferred genre and the number of owned games that are not yet finished. Wishlists can preserve interest without creating unnecessary pre-orders. Nintendo’s strongest message is that Switch 2 has a broad winter and 2027 pipeline. The practical response is to follow the two or three games that matter most and wait for dedicated previews that explain performance, controls and complete edition differences.
