Nintendo Direct was not reserved only for big announcements, but also brought several smaller news for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
Minecraft is also coming to Nintendo Switch 2. This will give one of the most popular games in the world a new version for Nintendo's current console, with additional details to be announced later.
Donkey Kong also had a strong showing. Donkey Kong 64 has become part of the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack offering, while members of the service can also expect a special DK Challenge Event with digital Challenge Card rewards.
Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush is also getting a time-limited collaboration with Super Mario Bros. content, and a demo has been announced for the game that allows players to try out part of the content early.
Pikuniku 2 has also been confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, with a release planned for 2027. The sequel once again follows Piku in a strange and humorous adventure full of puzzles, conversations, and unusual characters, with stories about giant fruit, evil robotic frogs, and an all-powerful potato.
Splatoon Raiders will be released on July 23, 2026, exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2. This is a new adventure in the world of Splatoon, where players explore Spirhalite Islands alone or online with other players, fight enemies, and search for treasure. Nintendo has also announced a special Splatoon Raiders Direct for June 30, 2026, where more details about the game will be showcased.
Muramasa: Revenant Blades has also been announced for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, with a release in early 2027. This is a new edition of the action game Muramasa: The Demon Blade, known for its hand-drawn 2D aesthetic, fast-paced combat, and Japanese mythology. The announcement trailer confirmed the return of the Demon Blades adventure in a new edition for Nintendo's consoles.
For younger audiences and fans of Sanrio characters, Hello Kitty Party Land has been announced, a party game arriving on October 29, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The game features cooperative play with beloved Sanrio characters and a series of colorful mini-games designed for family play.
