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What does the future of physical games look like for Nintendo? At least for the “immediate future”, it’s still important to the company.

Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser recently broached the topic as part of an interview with IGN. In some ways, physical games feel like they’re on their way out. Digital games are only becoming more popular. On top of that, Nintendo is introducing game-key cards with Switch 2. Although consumers do receive a physical cartridge, all of the data needs to be downloaded via the internet before it can function. Nintendo itself is thus far offering full physical games for all of its Switch 2 releases.

Nintendo of America boss Doug Bowser has indicated that the company will have enough Switch 2 stock on hand to meet initial demand in the United States.

When a new piece of hardware comes around, there’s sometimes uncertainty as to whether the average consumers can easily get their hands on it. We’ll have to wait and see what happens in a few weeks, but Nintendo seems pretty confident in its supply for Switch 2. Bowser told IGN that the company has “a plan to have a continuous flow of product that’ll be available through the holidays.”

Bowser told the site:


No Heroes Here 2

Mad Mimic is putting No Heroes Here 2 on Nintendo Switch, the studio has confirmed. It’s due out on July 1, 2025.

The original No Heroes Here came to Nintendo Switch in 2018. After several months in PC Early Access, the sequel is now getting a proper launch.

Lost in Random: The Eternal Die

Today, Thunderful and Stormteller Games announced the release date for Lost in Random: The Eternal Die. It’s heading to Nintendo Switch on June 17, 2025.

A fast-paced action-roguelite set in the world of Lost in Random, the game was first unveiled last summer. We previously had a vague 2025 launch window.

Those that need a refresher can read the following overview:

Cookie Clicker

May 11: Cookie Clicker, which initially released over a decade ago to much success, is now heading to Nintendo Switch. A store listing revealed that the port will be available on May 22, 2025.

Cookie Clicker, an idle game, may seem simple at first as it’s initially just about making cookies. However, things quickly expand as players can amass tons of upgrades, partake in mini-games, and more.

Here’s the official store description:

Toaplan Arcade Collection Vol. 1 and Vol. 2

May 13: Today, City Connection announced Toaplan Arcade Collection Vol. 1 and Toaplan Arcade Collection Vol. 2 for Nintendo Switch. A release is scheduled for August 28, 2025 in Japan, which includes physical editions.

Toaplan Arcade Collection Vol. 1 and 2 both feature eight games each. They’ll also come with a variety of features, including the traditional functions like rewind and save states.

Here’s some additional information:

Wilmot Works It Out

Finji today announced that its latest game, Wilmot Works It Out, is getting a release on Nintendo Switch. Fans can pick it up on May 22, 2025.

Wilmot Works It Out is a puzzle building game made by Richard Hogg (Hohokum, Flock) and Hollow Ponds (Flock, I Am Dead). Players will complete beautiful images and use them to decorate the walls of their house.

Learn more in the following overview:

Parasol Superstars

Parasol Superstars is heading to Nintendo Switch, ININ Games and Taito revealed today. A release is scheduled for September 16, 2025.

This is a package containing Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III and Spica Adventure. Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III is already available on Nintendo Switch. The standalone version of Spica Adventure launches digitally on September 30.

As for the Parasol Superstars, here’s what it includes:

A new report claims that reviews for Nintendo Switch 2 could be limited leading up to launch, which is at least in part due to a significant day one patch that is required.

Nintendo has been informing some journalists that they will not have access to a unit until launch day. The Game Business spoke with four such media members, including two described as “very, very senior journalists in the games industry”.


It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download Switch report for the week of May 15, 2025. The latest releases on the Nintendo eShop include Capcom Fighting Collection 2, Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, and more.

Here’s the full roundup:


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