Metroid Ravenous and a new 3D Kirby Headline the Early 2027 Releases
Key Takeaways
- Nintendo revealed Metroid Ravenous and Kirby and the World Beyond as flagship titles for early 2027.
- Third-party publishers confirmed major Nintendo Switch 2 ports, including Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Persona 6, and Monster Hunter Wilds.
- A massive free update for Mario Kart World brings classic Super Mario Kart tracks to active players immediately.
What Were the Biggest Reveals at the September 2026 Nintendo Direct?
The September 2026 Nintendo Direct showcased major first-party titles, highlighted by Metroid Ravenous launching on January 28, 2027, and Kirby and the World Beyond arriving in Spring 2027. Nintendo also confirmed heavy third-party support for the Nintendo Switch 2, including Monster Hunter Wilds and Final Fantasy VII Revelation.
Nintendo continues to bridge the gap between classic franchises and modern hardware capabilities. The broadcast focused heavily on solidifying the Nintendo Switch 2 software library for the upcoming calendar year. Players researching official patch notes and future release schedules can visit the Nintendo portal.
Metroid Ravenous and Kirby Lead the First-Party Lineup
Nintendo anchored the presentation with two juggernaut franchises set to define the early 2027 release window. Development teams showcased extensive gameplay footage to demonstrate the specific technical upgrades built into the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
Metroid Ravenous delivers a new 2D adventure featuring Samus Aran, following the mechanical foundation established by Metroid Dread. The title launches alongside a Special Edition steelbook and new Chozo Statue amiibo figures. Meanwhile, HAL Laboratory teased Kirby and the World Beyond as a 3D open-world adventure celebrating the 35th anniversary of the franchise.
Existing games also received immediate expansions during the broadcast. Nintendo deployed a massive 1.8.0 update for Mario Kart World, adding 10 classic Super Mario Kart courses like Choco Island and Vanilla Lake directly into the active multiplayer rotation.
Third-Party Publishers Bolster the Nintendo Switch 2 Roster
Global publishers utilized the broadcast to confirm aggressive support for Nintendo’s newest console platform. Square Enix, Capcom, and Atlus all secured prime placement to announce high-profile ports, definitive editions, and exclusive remakes.
Capcom confirmed Monster Hunter Wilds hits the Nintendo Switch 2 on December 4, 2026, complete with local play support and upcoming 2027 expansion plans. Atlus thrilled RPG enthusiasts by officially announcing Persona 4 Revival for May 20, 2027, while simultaneously confirming Persona 6 is actively in development for the platform.
Square Enix locked in April 8, 2027, for Final Fantasy VII Revelation, finalizing the modern remake trilogy on Nintendo hardware. Conversely, FromSoftware remained noticeably absent, failing to provide a release date for the highly anticipated Switch 2 exclusive The Duskbloods.
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Complete Alphabetical List of Nintendo Direct Announcements
The September 2026 broadcast delivered dozens of rapid-fire trailers spanning new intellectual properties, remasters, and expansion passes. The comprehensive index below details every confirmed game, update, and release window featured during the presentation.
- 007 First Light – 2026 (Switch 2)
- Bluey’s Happy Snaps – October 15, 2026 (Switch 2, Switch)
- Cairn – Early 2027 (Switch 2) – Free demo available today.
- Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion – Available Today (Switch 2) – Remaster of the PSP prequel.
- Danganronpa 2×2 – January 14, 2027 (Switch 2, Switch) – Visual enhancement and new story mode.
- Disney Dreamlight Valley: The Keepsake Sea – November 2026 (Switch 2, Switch) – Little Mermaid-themed expansion.
- Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon Classic HD – Available Today (Switch 2, Switch)
- Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World – December 3, 2026 (Switch 2, Switch) – Demo available today.
- Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream – December 3, 2026 (Switch 2)
- Eternal Anima – March 4, 2027 (Switch 2) – Time-traveling RPG by Marvelous.
- Fading Echo – September 17, 2026 (Switch 2) – Demo available today.
- Far Cry 3 Classic Edition – Spring 2027 (Switch 2)
- Far Cry 3 Blood Dragon Classic Edition – Spring 2027 (Switch 2)
- Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves – October 22, 2026 (Switch 2) – Physical version follows in January.
- Final Fantasy VII Revelation – April 8, 2027 (Switch 2)
- Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave – September 17, 2026 (Switch 2)
- Hela: of Mice & Magic – December 1, 2026 (Switch 2)
- Hell is Us – October 8, 2026 (Switch 2)
- Hot Wheels Infinite Rush – September 10, 2026 (Switch 2)
- House Flipper 2 – October 15, 2026 (Switch 2)
- Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity Definitive Edition – February 25, 2027 (Switch 2) – Includes Expansion Pass and Calamity Mode.
- It Takes Two – October 15, 2026 (Switch 2)
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Royal Edition – 2027 (Switch 2) – Includes base game and story expansions.
- Kirby Air Riders – November 12, 2026 (Switch 2) – Sword Kirby & Dragoon and Noir Dedede & Hydra amiibo arrive.
- Kirby and the World Beyond – Spring 2027 (Switch 2) – 3D open-world adventure.
- Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight – September 18, 2026 (Switch 2)
- Mario Kart World – Available Today (Switch 2) – Free 1.8.0 update adds 10 Super Mario Kart stages.
- Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Encore Edition – November 5, 2026 (Switch 2)
- Meccha Chameleon – Available Today (Switch 2) – Multiplayer hide-and-seek game.
- Mega Man: Dual Override – Spring 2027 (Switch 2, Switch) – First Proto Man gameplay revealed.
- Metal Slug Ultimate Collection – 2027 (Switch 2, Switch) – Includes 10 classic games.
- Metroid Ravenous – January 28, 2027 (Switch 2) – 2D follow-up to Metroid Dread.
- Monster Hunter Wilds – December 4, 2026 (Switch 2) – Ascendance expansion coming in 2027.
- Nintendo Switch Sports Resort – October 22, 2026 (Switch 2) – Features free island exploration.
- Ondeh Ondeh Kaya’s Tasty Tale – 2027 (Switch 2) – 3D platformer by Metronomik.
- Onyx: The Dark Grip – 2027 (Switch 2) – Handheld-exclusive 2.5D horror game by Bloober Team.
- Palia: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – December 2026 (Switch 2)
- Persona 4 Revival – May 20, 2027 (Switch 2) – Remake of the classic RPG.
- Persona 6 – TBA (Switch 2) – Confirmed for development.
- Pikmin 4 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – November 12, 2026 (Switch 2) – Adds voice commands and Dandori Academy mode.
- Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Part 2 – Late 2026 (Switch 2) – Adds new cosmetic accessories.
- Professor Layton and the New World of Steam – December 10, 2026 (Switch 2, Switch) – Features the most puzzles in series history.
- Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition, Resident Evil 3, Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition – October 16, 2026 (Switch 2)
- Romancing SaGa 3: Destined United – February 16, 2027 (Switch 2, Switch) – 3D remake of the 1995 RPG.
- Sonic Pico Park – November 12, 2026 (Switch 2, Switch)
- Stage Fright – 2027 (Switch 2, Switch) – Co-op escape room adventure by Ghost Town Games.
- Star Fox – September 29, 2026 (Switch 2) – Free update adds local splitscreen multiplayer.
- Star Fox Adventures – Available Today (Switch 2, Switch) – Added to the GameCube Classics library.
- Stellar Blade Complete Edition – November 5, 2026 (Switch 2)
- The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother – Early 2027 (Switch 2, Switch)
- The Ascent Ultimate Edition – December 2026 (Switch 2)
- The Crew Motorfest – October 8, 2026 (Switch 2)
- The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered – September 29, 2026 (Switch 2) – Songs of the Past expansion coming in 2027.
- Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis – February 12, 2027 (Switch 2)
- Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – December 3, 2026 (Switch 2) – Adds Heroes’ Vault mode.
- Yo-Kai Watch 2: Haunted Domain – TBA (Switch 2) – Enhanced remake in development.
- Yu-Gi-Oh! Tag Force GX – February 16, 2027 (Switch 2, Switch) – Enhanced visual remake with unreleased content.
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