Nintendo Switch 2 introducing game-key cards, Bravely Default and Street Fighter 6 up first
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Physical games are still happening on Nintendo Switch 2, but something new is being thrown into the mix with what is being called game-key cards.
Nintendo says that these are a new cartridge type that don’t have data. In order to play them, you will need to download the game from the Internet like a digital version. The cartridge will still be needed to play. It goes without saying, but you’ll need enough space available for that download.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade announced for Nintendo Switch 2
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Square Enix made a huge splash at the Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 presentation, confirming Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade for the new console.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth are two parts of the overall reimagining for the PlayStation classic. A third piece to the trilogy is also in the works, but has yet to be shown in any form.
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster announced for Nintendo Switch 2
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Square Enix is developing Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster for Nintendo Switch 2, the company just revealed. It’s due out on June 5, 2025.
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster brings back the original Nintendo 3DS RPG. As of now it seems that this will be just a graphical update.
Square Enix shared the following details:
Octopath Traveler 1 and 2 getting new Nintendo Switch physical bundle, pre-orders open
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A new mini collection has been revealed for the Octopath Traveler series in which both games will be bundled together on a single cartridge.
This is being planned for Asia with an English cover. The games will support English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese language options. Just like with all Nintendo Switch titles, the bundle is region free, meaning it is compatible with all consoles.
Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake gets first trailer
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After it was announced last year, the first trailer has dropped for Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake. This comes as part of today’s Nintendo Direct.
Similar to the franchise’s third entry that debuted at the end of 2024, two more games as part of the Erdrick Trilogy are being completely updated. A new character has also been teased.
Here’s the new video:
SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered announced for Nintendo Switch, out today
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SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered is in development for Nintendo Switch, Square Enix announced today. The RPG returns later today.
SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered is an enhanced version of the 1996 RPG. Players can expect fully enhanced HD visuals, a revamped UI, enhanced gameplay systems, new post-end-game content, and more.
Plenty of additional details can be found in the following rundown:
Square Enix Nintendo Switch eShop sale: lowest prices ever for Dragon Quest Monsters, Fantasian, Life is Strange, more
Posted on 4 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Square Enix started up a massive sale on the Nintendo eShop with tons of discounts for Switch games, including the lowest prices ever for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, Fantasian Neo Dimension, Life is Strange: Double Exposure, and more.
The full lineup of prices is as follows:
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Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster 1.2.0 update out now, patch notes
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This week, Square Enix started distribution of a new version 1.2.0 update for Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster. All of the individual games have been patched (Final Fantasy 1 – 6).
A number of improvements have been made – alongside the standard bug fixes. Square Enix says it tweaked the UI, controls, specific gameplay elements, and more.
You can get the full rundown via the official patch notes below.
Gex Trilogy gets first gameplay trailer [update: launch window, new trailer]
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June 20: Gex Trilogy, which was previously announced for Switch last year, just resurfaced. A trailer for the game was shown during LRG3 2024.
Gex Trilogy will not only include multiple games, but some new features like the ability to rewind and save at any point. Here’s the official description:
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PowerWash Simulator reveals Wallace & Gromit DLC [update: March launch]
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January 9: The DLC collaborations for PowerWash Simulator continue, and we now know that Wallace & Gromit will be entering the game.
Actual specifics have yet to be shared at this time. Square Enix and FuturLab tease that players will “be taking a trip down to 62 West Wallaby Street in our Wallace & Gromit Special Pack.” Further information will follow at a later date.
Here’s a teaser trailer:
