Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Super Mario RPG and Many More Games Announced for Nintendo Switch.

Nintendo held a video presentation to announce its upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch, including new games featuring Mario and friends. Some of the games announced were Super Mario Bros. Wonder, a new side-scrolling installment in the series; Super Mario RPG, which is the first RPG game in the Super Mario series; and a visually enhanced version of Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon. A new game starring Princess Peach was also announced. In addition, Nintendo announced Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope: The Last Spark Hunter, which is the second paid DLC for the tactical adventure game. Furthermore, Wave 5 of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass DLC was announced, which includes new courses and characters such as Petey Piranha, Wiggler, and Kamek.

Nintendo’s upcoming games also include Detective Pikachu Returns, WarioWare: Move It!, and Pikmin 4. More information was shared about Pikmin 4, which will feature night expeditions and Glow Pikmin for the first time. A demo of Pikmin 4 will be available on June 28 in the Nintendo eShop. HD versions of the original Pikmin 1 and Pikmin 2 games for Nintendo Switch will also be available in the Nintendo eShop, either individually or as a discounted digital bundle.

Additionally, Nintendo’s global publishing and development partners have many games in the pipeline, including Batman: Arkham Trilogy, Palia, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, and Persona 5 Tactica.

To view the entire Nintendo Direct video, visit https://www.nintendo.com/nintendo-direct/06-21-2023/. Here’s more information about the featured games:

• Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Get ready for the next evolution of 2D side-scrolling Super Mario Bros. games coming to Nintendo Switch! When you stumble upon a Wonder Flower in the game, the world unleashes its wonders – pipes come alive, hordes of enemies may pop up, characters change their looks, and more – totally transforming the gameplay in unpredictable ways. So, there’s excitement and different surprises to look forward to in every course. Talking about characters, Super Mario Bros. Wonder features Princess Peach, Princess Daisy, and Yoshi as playable characters, along with familiar ones like Mario, Luigi, and Toad. And, that’s not all, Super Mario Bros. Wonder introduces Mario’s newest power-up, which allows him to transform into Elephant Mario! What other wonders could this game contain? Stay tuned for more details, which will be shared at a later time. Super Mario Bros. Wonder is coming to Nintendo Switch on Oct. 20. You can start pre-ordering from today in Nintendo eShop and in the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com.
• Super Mario RPG: The classic Super Mario RPG has been given a facelift with new graphics and it’s now available on Nintendo Switch! Join the team of Mario, Bowser, Princess Peach, and original characters Mallow and Geno, in an RPG filled with twists, turns, and treasure. To recover seven stars and repair the Star Road, Mario and his allies must take down the menacing Smithy Gang. Whether you played the original game or are new to the adventure, you can dive into this Nintendo Switch version of the very first RPG in the Super Mario series! Super Mario RPG is coming to Nintendo Switch on Nov. 17.
• Nintendo is working on a new version of Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon for the Switch. Pretty cool, right? You’ll get to follow Luigi as he faces all kinds of spooky challenges in Evershade Valley. Can he do it? We’ll find out next year! There’s still more info to come, so keep your eyes peeled.
• Princess Peach is getting her own game! It’s set to come out in 2024, and we can’t wait to see what she’ll be up to. We’ll keep you posted as we hear more.
• Pikmin 4 is going to be amazing. You get to customize your character and meet up with the Rescue Pup Oatchi and the plant-like Pikmin. Even if you’re new to the series, this game is a great place to start. You’ll travel all around the planet to collect treasures and fix the Rescue Corp’s spaceship. There are even Dandori Battles, where you compete with your opponent to collect as many objects as you can in a set amount of time. And, for the first time, you can explore underground caves and go on night expeditions! Just watch out for the creatures that come out at night – but don’t worry, the new Glow Pikmin will keep them at bay. This game is coming to the Switch on July 21, and you can check out a demo on June 28 in the Nintendo eShop or on Nintendo.com. Exciting, right?
• Pikmin 1 and Pikmin 2: They were originally on the Nintendo GameCube system, but now you can find them on Nintendo eShop or in the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com. You can buy them separately or together in a digital bundle that’s cheaper. A physical version that comes with both games will also be out on Sept. 22. This means that you can play all four main games in the Pikmin series – Pikmin 1, Pikmin 2, Pikmin 3 and, as of July 21, Pikmin 4 – on the same system.
• Batman: Arkham Trilogy: Be the ultimate protector of Gotham City with Rocksteady’s critically acclaimed trilogy! Get all the DLC for the games in one complete package on Nintendo Switch this fall. Start with the hit-and-run fights of Batman: Arkham Asylum, then advance to the conspiracy against the inmates in Batman: Arkham City. Finally, experience the ultimate showdown for the future of Gotham in Batman: Arkham Knight. Soar through the streets and across the skyline of Gotham City in the ultimate Batman experience that’s coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch.
• The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC for Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet: Get ready for more Pokémon, places, and stories! This two-part DLC* is for the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet games. You’ll leave the Paldea region and explore even more of the world in these games. Part 1: The Teal Mask is coming out in fall 2023, and Part 2: The Indigo Disk is coming out in winter 2023. You can pre-purchase the The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC now in Nintendo eShop or in the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com.
• Detective Pikachu Returns: Check out the origin story of the great detective Pikachu! Team up with the tough-talking, coffee-loving Pikachu, who thinks he’s the best detective ever, to solve a bunch of mysteries around Ryme City. With the help of lots of other Pokémon, Tim Goodman and his chatty Pikachu sidekick work together to figure out a series of weird events in this cool adventure game. Look for Detective Pikachu Returns when it comes out for Nintendo Switch on Oct. 6. You can start pre-ordering later today in Nintendo eShop and in the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com.
• Palia: This awesome free adventure sim has an amazing world where you can build your dream home and life. Explore the secrets of this ever-changing adventure and make new friends on your journey, from people in the game to players from all over the world. Create your own character and collect materials from the different landscapes and biomes of Palia to make your perfect home. Palia is a fun massively multiplayer online game, so you can hang out with friends in each other’s homes and go on adventures together in a cool, welcoming community. Palia comes out on Nintendo Switch this holiday season.
• WarioWare: Move It!: Get ready for more wacky microgame madness in the latest WarioWare game. Hold a set of Joy-Con controllers, then use your body to play a ton of super-fast microgames. React quickly with the right movements, and you’ll be on your way to winning. Work together with up to four players** on various minigames in Party Mode. Get your body moving in over 200 microgames in WarioWare: Move It!, which comes out on the Nintendo Switch on November 3. You can start pre-ordering today in Nintendo eShop and in the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com.
• Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope*: *The Last Spark Hunter: Get the newest paid DLC for Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope – in The Last Spark Hunter, Mario and friends travel to a musical planet, full of new areas to explore and new enemies to fight. Discover the wonders and dangers that await you in this world of melodies. The Last Spark Hunter comes out later today! You can also check out a demo of the main game here in Nintendo eShop and in the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com.
• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass Wave 5: Get ready to race on the new course, Squeaky Clean Sprint, added to Wave 5 of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass DLC. More cool characters are also joining the game – Petey Piranha, who originally hit the track in Mario Kart: Double Dash!!, Wiggler, from Mario Kart 7, and Kamek, from Mario Kart Tour. Wave 5 is coming to the Nintendo Switch system this summer. Get the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass DLC, which includes six separate waves, with eight courses each, all released by the end of 2023. You can buy the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass separately on the Nintendo eShop and in the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com, or get it for no additional cost as part of a paid Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership.***
• METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.1: The original stealth action comes to Nintendo Switch. Get ready to infiltrate enemy fortresses and complete your mission to stop those wielding weapons of mass destruction from triggering total war in the thrilling cinematic story of the METAL GEAR series. This collection features Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty and Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, along with the games that started the series – Metal Gear, Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake, and the NES versions of Metal Gear and Snake’s Revenge – and plenty of bonus content. Get ready to play METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.1 on Nintendo Switch starting Oct. 24. Pre-orders start today on the Nintendo eShop and in the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com. Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty and Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater will also be available for purchase individually in the Nintendo eShop.
• The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: New amiibo figures of Zelda and Ganondorf are coming your way this holiday 2023. Right now, loads of gamers are exploring Hyrule in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. You can enhance your journey by scanning select amiibo figures to unlock valuable in-game items, as well as special fabric for the paraglider, to help Link in his adventure.
• Sonic Superstars: Spin dash with Sonic and friends through the mystical Northstar Islands in this new high-speed, 2D side-scrolling platformer game. Speed through 12 new zones as one of four playable characters and the return of an old nemesis. Harness seven new Emerald powers to move and attack in dynamic ways like climbing waterfalls, multiplying and more. And for the first time in the series, you can play through the entire campaign with friends in local co-op, available for up to four players. Get ready to team up and take down Dr. Eggman and Fang when Sonic Superstars launches on Nintendo Switch this fall.
• Splatoon 3: Get ready to splat! The next big Splatfest for Splatoon 3 is coming up. This time, we’re asking the tough question: which flavor of ice cream reigns supreme? Do you prefer the classic vanilla, the fruity strawberry, or the minty freshness of mint chip? The Splatfest will take place from July 14th at 5 p.m. PT to July 16th at 5 p.m. PT. Make sure to rally behind your favorite flavor and work hard to lead it to victory! There are also some themed battles and challenges to enjoy. Keep an eye out for more details on upcoming events in the future.
• Nintendo Live: Ready for some fun at Nintendo Live 2023 in Seattle? There’ll be tons of games to play, live performances to enjoy, and plenty of opportunities to take selfies with your favorite characters. Plus, there are two championships to cheer on, and you might even get to compete in an on-site tournament or last-chance qualifier if you’re lucky (though space is limited, so cross your fingers)! The whole event is free and open to all ages, and it’ll be happening September 1st-4th at the Seattle Convention Center. If you want to try for a ticket, you’ll need to register by June 22nd over on the website and enter a random drawing. If you’re already going to PAX West, you can check out the official PAX West website for more details (just one ticket per person, okay?). See you there!
• Just Dance 2024 Edition: Just Dance 2024 Edition is here, and it’s packed with 40 songs that range from new hits to beloved classics. Grab up to five friends or family members and get ready for a never-ending dance party, whether you’re playing online or locally. Plus, every season brings new content, like songs, rewards, and a dedicated progression track. You can win cool stuff like avatars, backgrounds, name badges, and aliases to personalize your Dancer Card and show off your unique style in the game. And if you’re playing on Nintendo Switch, you’ll get one month of free access to JustDance+ streaming service, which gives you exclusive seasonal benefits and access to hundreds of songs. Just Dance 2024 Edition hits the dance floor on October 24th!
• DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince: Join Psaro, a cursed prince, and his buddy Rose as they journey through the demon realm of Nadiria. You’ll get to explore, scout out monsters, and combine them to make even stronger allies. Take on all kinds of enemies with your amazing dream team as you experience the changing seasons. DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince will be available on Nintendo Switch starting December 1st.
• MythForce: Go on a wild adventure with your pals in this first-person melee roguelike inspired by Saturday morning cartoons. You can either brave the dungeon solo or team up with up to three friends for online drop-in co-op to take on the ever-changing Cursed Lands. You gotta stop the evil Deadalus from taking over, but trust me, it won’t be easy. Use medieval weapons and legendary magic to beat down hordes of enemies. MythForce launches on Nintendo Switch this year.
• Penny’s Big Breakaway: Get ready for a 3D platforming adventure in the bright and colorful world of Macaroon as Penny and her newly animated friend, Yo-Yo. Do stylish tricks to avoid the clutches of the grouchy Emperor Eddie and his massive horde of pushy penguins in Story Mode. Power up Yo-Yo to protect Penny and test your speed running skills in Time Attack Mode to unlock special items and complete secret stages. Penny’s Big Breakaway launches on Nintendo Switch early next year.
• Fae Farm: Your magical home awaits in this multiplayer, cozy, farm-sim RPG. Craft, cultivate and decorate to grow your shared homestead and explore the magical island of Azoria. Create your character and customize your adventure with new outfits and decorations for your farm. The cozier your home, the more rewards you’ll unlock! Cultivate an enchanted farm with up to four players in local or online multiplayer. You can even share your progression by crafting items, tending crops and exploring your surroundings together. Fae Farm launches as a console exclusive on Nintendo Switch Sept. 8. Pre-order the game in Nintendo eShop and in the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com to receive the exclusive Cozy Cabin Variety Pack!
• STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R: For the first time, Nintendo players can experience the visually explosive and fast-paced action battles of the second installment in the STAR OCEAN series. After a mission goes wrong, federation officer Claude is stranded on an undeveloped planet. There, he meets Rena, who possesses mystical powers. Play as either Claude or Rena and make decisions that will impact your destiny. STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R is a full remake of the 1998 science-fantasy RPG, rebuilt with striking graphics that combine 3D environments and 2D pixel characters. Plus, new combat features let you execute battles with strategic precision. STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R launches on Nintendo Switch Nov. 2.
• Persona 5 Tactica: The Phantom Thieves are back in this tactical spinoff of Persona 5. You’ll make a team of heroes in a new story in this thrilling combat adventure set in Persona‘s iconic universe. After a weird incident, the Phantom Thieves are in danger until a mysterious revolutionary saves them and makes a deal in exchange for their help. Choose from eight playable characters to build your three-hero squad, and equip a variety of weapons to wipe out oppressive armies in turn-based battle. Get ready for an emotional uprising when Persona 5 Tactica launches on Nintendo Switch on Nov. 17.
• Vampire Survivors: The devils are here and there’s nowhere to run or hide. Survive a 30-minute onslaught of monsters who become increasingly stronger the longer you hold out. Gather treasure from defeated enemies to acquire upgrades in your attempt to outrun death. With couch co-op, up to four players** can run, die and build their power together. Have you got what it takes? Find out when Vampire Survivors launches on the Nintendo Switch system on Aug. 17.
• Silent Hope: Seven wordless warriors must work together to find the reclusive king. In this action-RPG, you’ll explore the Abyss and its ever-changing dungeons with seven silent heroes, each with their own abilities and fighting styles. After each dungeon run, you’ll return with your treasures and craft better equipment to dive deeper and grow stronger, leveling up your heroes to tackle the challenging bosses lurking in the depths. Get ready for Silent Hope launching on Nintendo Switch on Oct. 3.
• Headbangers Rhythm Royale: Play online in this rhythm-based battle royale and aim to be the last bird standing. Up to 30 players can ruffle each other’s feathers in more than 20 musical minigames. Get ready to shake those tail feathers when Headbangers Rhythm Royale lands on Nintendo Switch on Oct. 31.
• Gloomhaven: Lead your mercenaries to riches or doom in this adaptation of the hit board game, featuring turn-based card battles with RPG elements. You’ll explore cursed dungeons with unsavory mercenaries – choose from 17 different characters and master more than 1,000 unique abilities. Hone your deck, set up synergies and face an ever-growing challenge where each choice counts. Gloomhaven launches on Nintendo Switch on Sept. 18. Pre-orders for the Mercenaries Edition and Gold Edition start today in Nintendo eShop and in the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com.
• Manic Mechanics: In this totally chaotic co-op game, you and up to three buddies are thrown in as travelling mechanics who gotta fix up cars real fast to get points and move on up in the town of Octane Isle. Fix as many cars, trucks, choppers (and tractors, mini-subs and UFOs …) as you can before time runs out. The faster you work, the more bedlam you’ll cause – fuel spills, exploding tires, short-circuiting robots, stampeding cows and even alien abduction. Get your squad in the garage when Manic Mechanics comes out first for consoles on Nintendo Switch July 13. Pre-order now in Nintendo eShop and in the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com.
• HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED 2 – TURBOCHARGED: The world’s coolest cars are back and taking excitement to the next level! Race into wild racing action with over 130 vehicles and do crazy stunts to dodge obstacles, find shortcuts and knock your opponents out of the way. Let your imagination go wild by customizing your rides and building your own tracks. Race with friends locally in split-screen co-op or up to 12 players can join the race online.*** Take the wheel when this game speeds onto Nintendo Switch Oct. 19.