🎮 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase: Full List of Games Announced
Nintendo surprised fans once again with its Partner Showcase—a special event focused on games developed by third-party studios that are coming to the Nintendo Switch. While Nintendo’s own first-party titles like Mario and Zelda often take the spotlight, this showcase proves that the third-party ecosystem on Switch is stronger than ever.
Whether you’re a fan of RPGs, action games, indie hits, or remakes, this showcase had something for everyone. Here’s a complete look at the major announcements and games revealed in the latest Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase.
📝 1. Monster Hunter Wilds (Coming 2025)
Capcom continues its legacy on Nintendo platforms with Monster Hunter Wilds, the next big step in the action-RPG series. Though full gameplay wasn’t revealed, fans got a teaser trailer that suggests an even more open and dangerous world. The release is expected in 2025, with Switch compatibility yet to be fully detailed.
📝 2. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance (2025)
Atlus is bringing an enhanced edition of Shin Megami Tensei V, titled Vengeance. This version includes new storylines, characters, demons, and improved gameplay mechanics. Whether you’re returning to the game or starting fresh, Vengeance will deliver the definitive SMT experience on the Switch.
📝 3. Hollow Knight: Silksong – New Trailer & 2025 Window
One of the most anticipated indie sequels, Hollow Knight: Silksong, finally received a new trailer during the showcase. Team Cherry didn’t confirm an exact date, but hinted at a 2025 release. The gameplay looks sharper, with deeper mechanics and beautifully designed bosses.
📝 4. Tales of the Shire (Late 2025)
From Wētā Workshop and Private Division comes Tales of the Shire, a cozy life-sim set in the world of The Lord of the Rings. Players will live as hobbits, cook meals, garden, and explore a slice of Middle-earth like never before. Perfect for fans of Animal Crossing and Tolkien alike.
📝 5. METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: Snake Eater
A full remake of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater is headed to the Switch. Konami is rebuilding the beloved stealth game with modern visuals and controls, while retaining the legendary storyline. This marks a massive return for the franchise on Nintendo consoles.
📝 6. FANTASIAN Neo Dimension (2025)
From the mind of Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi, Fantasian is getting a full HD remake for the Nintendo Switch under the name FANTASIAN Neo Dimension. Originally an Apple Arcade exclusive, the game features diorama-style visuals and a compelling turn-based combat system.
📝 7. World of Goo 2 (Early 2025)
Over a decade later, the quirky puzzle game World of Goo is getting a sequel! World of Goo 2 builds on the original with new mechanics, art styles, and physics-based challenges. A must-play for fans of indie games.
📝 8. Penny’s Big Breakaway – Available Now
From the creators of Sonic Mania comes Penny’s Big Breakaway, a vibrant 3D platformer with colorful characters and stylish moves. The best part? It’s available to download right now on the Nintendo eShop.
📝 9. Grounded – Coming 2025
Obsidian’s popular survival adventure game, Grounded, is shrinking players down once again as they explore a backyard world full of giant insects and dangers. After being Xbox exclusive, it’s making its Nintendo Switch debut in 2025.
📝 10. Unicorn Overlord (September 2025)
Vanillaware is back with a beautifully illustrated strategy RPG, Unicorn Overlord. With lush visuals, deep tactical combat, and a large world map, it’s one of the most unique upcoming titles on Switch.
✅ Final Thoughts
The Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase highlights how much third-party support the Nintendo Switch continues to attract, even in its later years. From AAA remakes to indie gems, and Japanese RPGs to cozy sims, this lineup has something for everyone.
It’s also a great sign of what’s to come—perhaps even setting the stage for the Switch 2. For now, fans can rejoice in the wide variety of games coming soon to their hybrid console.
🕹️ Which game from the showcase are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments!