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Nintendo is bringing its next-gen console this year. After waves of speculations and rumors, Nintendo Switch 2 is finally scheduled to go live this April after the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct takes place. This news itself is exciting, but what players are more excited about is the game lineup that is about to launch on this console.
At the time of writing, almost no game is confirmed to launch on Switch 2. Therefore, here’s the list that is most likely to make its way to this console:
Metroid Prime is one of the most successful gaming series launched on Nintendo Switch consoles since 2002. Currently, the fans are expecting the new installment, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. After it was announced back in 2017, the wait for the gamers hasn’t yet been over. However, after Switch 2 was announced, gamers have been expecting to get this visually rich experience on this next-gen console.
The Pokémon series games are some of the best gaming experiences that Nintendo consoles offer. These are exclusive Nintendo Switch games, and after the success of Pokémon Legends: Arceus, reportedly, the developers are working on Pokémon Legends Z-A to expand the Pokémon era. These open-world adventures are breathtaking, and fans are expecting to experience the upcoming Pokémon game on Switch 2’s advanced features.
The Mario games are the oldest Nintendo games that will surely continue to be released on the next-gen console as well. Even the announcement trailer for the console had Mario characters. Therefore, it is kind of sure to come on Switch 2. Following the success of Super Mario Odyssey, currently, Nintendo is currently preparing another adventure for gamers, named Super Mario Odyssey 2. This adventure will take players to new locations, and players have been looking forward to getting this game on Nintendo Switch 2 on day 1.
The success of The Legend of Zelda series games is remarkable. This is one of the finest series that Nintendo Switch gets. Therefore, apparently, the popularity of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom will motivate Nintendo to keep making these games, and players expect that the upcoming versions will come on Switch 2 and look more thrilling with the console’s rich graphics and advanced features.
The next game that would be a great match for Switch 2’s capabilities is Bayonetta 4. Bayonetta 3 was highly praised. Therefore, the journey wouldn’t stop here. With faster combat and stunning visuals, Bayonetta 4 will definitely be released, though no concrete evidence has yet been arrived. However, fans are hopeful that the next main entry of the series will be released on Switch 2.
Nintendo’s one of the best gaming platformer franchises, Donkey Kong, is returning in Donkey Kong Country Returns HD. It is a remaster of the original game Donkey Kong Country Returns and will feature updated HD visuals with additional gameplay content. This game is supposed to take advantage of the Switch 2’s enhanced hardware to make the jungle adventures more enjoyable.
Xenoblade Chronicles X is one of the most renowned names in the world of action role-playing games. Released in 2015, this expansive RPG offers a stunning open world filled with towering creatures, sprawling cities, and intricate lore. Now that the Definitive Edition is on the way, it is natural that players are willing to get it on the upcoming Switch 2 and offer a rich visual and impressive gameplay by using the advanced features of Nintendo Switch 2. Fans are looking forward to enjoying hundreds of hours of gameplay on the upcoming console.
Metroid Dread’s success was kind of unmatched. Therefore, a sequel is expected. Metroid Dread 2 is about to enhance the terrifying atmosphere, the intensity of the boss fights, and the platform mechanics to make the game memorable. Because the promises are big, it is expected that this game will take advantage of Switch 2’s advanced features and be one of the most potential releases on Switch 2.
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is one of the most anticipated games that Konami is currently working on. This game hasn’t yet been announced to be released on Nintendo Switch, but with Switch 2 releasing this April, fans are expecting that Konami will reconsider its platform list and will release a Nintendo Switch 2 compatible version that will use all the next-gen technologies of the console to the fullest.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons was released on Switch in 2020 and received unparalleled success. Therefore, a sequel is inevitable. In fact, reports say that’s already in the making and will come soon after the Nintendo Switch 2’s global launch. This life-simulation franchise is renowned for its lifelike portrayal of the in-game worlds, and of course, it is one of the most anticipated releases on Switch 2 that fans are curiously looking forward to.
Nintendo Switch 2 will come with a backward compatibility feature. Therefore, almost all the iconic Nintendo Switch titles will be playable on this console. Along with that, it looks like almost all the highly anticipated Nintendo franchises will make their way to the Switch 2.
