What’s new: Nintendo news

Indie highlights! Check out recent releases.

A ton of great independent games (also known as “indies”) are coming to the Nintendo Switch™ system every month. Below, you’ll find a few of the most recent releases. Read more

Pikmin 3 Deluxe lands on Nintendo Switch on Oct. 30

At the far reaches of space lies a mysterious yet oddly familiar alien world … filled with cute creatures, hidden surprises and larger-than-life fun. Clear a landing zone, because the Pikmin 3 Deluxe game is headed to the Nintendo Switch family of systems on Oct. Read more

Register now for the ARMS North American Open

Throw your hat in the ring for the next tournament in the NintendoVS Summer Series! Read more

Try these online multiplayer games

Gaming can be even more enjoyable when you’re playing with friends or family. But the fun doesn’t have to stop just because there’s a little distance between you and your crew. Read more

Try Pokkén Tournament DX for a limited time.

Starting today, Nintendo Switch Online* members will be able to download the full version of the Pokkén Tournament™ DX game and play it until August 4 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Read more

Fireworks shows, dreaming and more!

A dazzling array of colors are ready to burst in the night sky above your island abode while the calming waves of the sea lap at the shore. Ring out the end of summer with weekly fireworks shows during the month of August when Summer Update – Wave 2* arrives to the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game for the Nintendo Switch system! Read more

Play the 15th MAXIMUS CUP online event

Get ready to fold up the competition in the next online event! Read more

Set off to a tropical setting in these games!

If you love exploring sandy locales, a virtual vacation may be a great option. Check out these games where you can explore tropical areas and discover exotic creatures—all from the comfort of home! Read more

Explore alien vistas in these space games

If you’re looking for a view that’s out of this world, plan(et) on trying these space games with incredible alien vistas! Read more

Join an elite mercenary force in Rogue Company.

To most of the world, Rogue Company is a wild rumor at best. However, to those in the know, the top-secret organization of elite Rogues are indispensable to solving the world's deadliest and most challenging problems. Read more

Join the Mario Tennis Aces North American Open

The NintendoVS Summer Series is serving up some fun with the Mario Tennis™ Aces game! Read more

Shin Megami Tensei V and a remaster of the acclaimed S...

Today, Nintendo debuted a Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase, a video presentation focused on Nintendo Switch games from Nintendo’s development and publishing partners. The video is the first in a series of upcoming Partner Showcase presentations that will be released this year. Read more

Paper Mario: The Origami King is out now.

The kingdom has been ravaged by an origami menace! In the Paper Mario: The Origami King game, join Mario and his new partner, Olivia, as they battle evil Folded Soldiers, repair the damaged landscape, and try to free Princess Peach’s castle from the clutches of King Olly. Read more

Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus available now.

Take control of one of the most technologically advanced armies in the Imperium: the Adeptus Mechanicus. As Magos Dominus Faustinius, you’ll lead the expedition on the newly rediscovered Necron planet of Silva Tenebris. Read more

Make a splash in these games!

Oh buoy, is it summertime! If you’re looking to dip your toes into a nice cool game, you can submerge yourself in these games with underwater swimming. Read more

Nintendo Power Podcast episode 29 available now!

A grand Paper Mario™ adventure is about to unfold on the Nintendo Switch™ system, and in this episode, we talk about every new crease! Host Chris Slate is joined by Ethan Stockton from Nintendo Treehouse and Camille Van Duyn from the Strategic Communications team at Nintendo of America to share their detailed thoughts about the Paper Mario: The Origami King game after many hours of play. Read more

Add a personal touch to your character in these games.

Whether you’re looking for a more immersive experience or to get creative, sometimes you just want a game that lets you customize your character’s appearance. From haircuts and colors to facial features, each of these games offer players expansive character creation tools, so you can add a personal touch to your gameplay. Read more

Register now for the Splatoon 2 Turf War tournament!

Inklings and Octolings from across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico will have the opportunity to splat it out online* in the Splatoon™ 2 Turf War July 2020 tournament. Each member of the winning team will receive 2,500 My Nintendo Gold Points! Read more

Put together a virtual summer camp!

Welcome to summer camp, campers—although this one may be a little different that what you’re used to. The games below may be fun to play while you’re waiting for your next outdoorsy adventure. Read more

Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing in Disguise now available.

In the year 2005, FBI agent York visits Le Carré, a small town in New Orleans where he encounters a mysterious serial murder case alongside his “friend” Zach. Read more

Indie highlights! Check out recent indie games.

A ton of great independent games (also known as indies) are coming to the Nintendo Switch™ system every month. Below, you’ll find a few of the most recent releases. Read more

Shift your library into high gear with these racing ga...

Whether you’ve got that competitive itch or you’re just looking to live a virtual life in the fast lane, it’s a blast to go fast in these racing games! Read more

Donkey Kong Country swings onto Nintendo Switch Online

On July 15, Donkey Kong, the unstoppable king of swing, returns to the Nintendo Switch system with his touchstone adventure, the classic Super NES™ game Donkey Kong Country™. With a Nintendo Switch Online membership, you’ll be able to join Donkey Kong, his pal Diddy Kong and their trusty animal friends as they explore jungles, climb snowcapped mountains and ride rollicking minecarts to hunt down their missing bananas from a cruel gang of Kremlings. Read more

The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III available now

Nearly a year and a half has passed since the Erebonian civil war, and much has changed. Read more

Play the 14th MAXIMUS CUP online event

By participating in the Tetris® 99 14th MAXIMUS CUP online event, players can earn an in-game theme inspired by the Xenoblade Chronicles™: Definitive Edition game. Read more

Get to know a few of the lovable scamps

Every hero needs someone to tussle with. Check out some of the delightful rascals that you can find on the Nintendo Switch™ system! Read more

New updates to Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Get ready to make a splash in your own island paradise. A series of free updates* to the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game for the Nintendo Switch system will deliver new features, including the ability to swim and dive for sea creatures. Read more

Mr. DRILLER DrillLand is available now!

Mr. DRILLER DrillLand makes its Western debut on the Nintendo Switch™ system! Descend 500 meters underground to visit a secret amusement park known as DrillLand. Read more

Face off against online ninjas in Ninjala.

In this online action battle game, you’ll assume the role of a modern-day ninja and take part in the Ninjala tournament. Using Ninja-Gum, you’ll blow bubbles that can be tossed at your foes, craft all sorts of weapons, and dash across stages. Read more

Pokémon Café Mix Serves up delicious puzzles

Treat yourself to an adorable new free-to-start puzzle game filled with Pokémon and satisfying challenges. Pokémon Café Mix is now available for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite systems. Read more

Fortnite Chapter 2 - Season 3 is here

Take on attacking bands of Marauders, waterski with a shark to beat the heat and more. Explore the Island and check out what's new. Read more

Be the bee’s knees with these heroic bugs.

While they may bug some people, insects and arachnids are a vital part of the world. It’s true that some can be super antsy or as mad as a hornet. Read more

Join the Mario Kart North American Open June 2020 tournament

Get ready to race toward the finish line in the Mario Kart North American Open June 2020 tournament! Eligible players of the Mario Kart™ 8 Deluxe game from across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico will have a chance to compete in this in-game* event from June 26 – 28. Read more

Min Min from ARMS joins Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Min Min, a member of ramen royalty from the Nintendo Switch fighting game ARMS, brings her own brand of bounce and bravado to the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate game! Read more

Burnout Paradise Remastered zooms onto the Nintendo Sw...

Are you ready to rule the road in Paradise City? Push the boundaries of speed, smash through traffic, wreck your opponents, and use the open world to find shortcuts as you leave the competition in the dust—or crash out in spectacular and devastating fashion. Read more

Take an active break during your day with Jump Rope Challenge

Get up and get moving in the simple new Jump Rope Challenge game, now available for free as a limited-time release until the end of September in Nintendo eShop on the Nintendo Switch system and on Nintendo.com. Read more

Encounter larger-than-life bots in these games

Whether you’re looking to control your own battle bot or take on a few mechanical beasts, we’ve created a list of games featuring mechs that may have you ready to take on your next mission! Read more

Launch date unveiled for part one of Pokémon Sword Exp...

Today, The Pokémon Company International and Nintendo announced new details for the Pokémon Sword Expansion Pass and Pokémon Shield Expansion Pass, downloadable content for the Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield video games. The first set of content, The Isle of Armor, will launch on June 17, 2020, and the second, The Crown Tundra, launches in the fall of 2020. Read more

Nintendo Power Podcast episode 28 available now!

One of our favorite RPGs just made the jump to the Nintendo Switch™ system with epic upgrades, and we’re really feeling it! Host Chris Slate is joined by Rob Watters from Nintendo Treehouse and Joe Bustos from the social media team at Nintendo of America to share their experiences with the Xenoblade Chronicles™: Definitive Edition game, plus their favorite new features and gameplay tips. Read more

Have a blast with fun new activities from Play Nintend...

You can find friendly characters, fun activities, and more from the world of video games on Play Nintendo! Read more

Indie highlights! Check out recent indie games.

A ton of great independent games (also known as indies) are coming to the Nintendo Switch™ system every month. Below, you’ll find a few of the most recent releases. Read more

Discover and play 51 classic games from around the world

In the mood for a classic game? How about…51 of them? Read more

Explore the edge of the galaxy in The Outer Worlds!

Lost in transit while aboard a colonist ship, you awaken decades later to find yourself in the midst of a deep conspiracy threatening to destroy the Halcyon colony. As you explore the furthest reaches of space and encounter various factions, the character you decide to become will determine how this player-driven story unfolds. Read more

XCOM 2 Collection has landed!

The XCOM® 2 Collection includes the award-winning strategy game XCOM 2, four DLC packs (Resistance Warrior Pack, Anarchy’s Children, Alien Hunters, Shen’s Last Gift) and the War of the Chosen expansion for a bundled discount. Players have the option to activate any of the additional content (DLCs and the Expansion) or just play the base game. Read more

Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition is now available

Join Shulk as he courageously fights for the future and unravels the secrets of the powerful Monado blade in the Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition game, which is now available for the Nintendo Switch family of systems. Embark on an engrossing journey that spans a sprawling and colorful open world overflowing with monsters, real-time combat with deep strategy and a rich story with memorable characters. Read more

Get three games in one with BioShock: The Collection!

Journey to the cities of Rapture and Columbia in BioShock Remastered, BioShock 2 Remastered, and BioShock Infinite: The Complete Edition, including all single-player add-on content. Fight for your life and outsmart your enemies, be it deep beneath the waves or high above the clouds. Read more

Borderlands Legendary Collection available now!

Get three times the mayhem, three times the spoils, and three times the action with the Borderlands Legendary Collection! Kill bandits and beasts, collect powerful weaponry, and maybe even save the universe in Borderlands: Game of the Year Edition, Borderlands 2, and Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel. Read more

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate North American Online Open May 2020

Players from across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico will have a chance to face off online in the Super Smash Bros.™ Ultimate North American Online Open May 2020 tournament. The top player from each weekend will receive a download code for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighters Pass Vol. 2, the Splatoon™ 2 game, and the ARMS™ game. Read more

Gear up for a new adventure in Minecraft Dungeons!

Fight your way through an all-new action-adventure game, inspired by classic dungeon crawlers and set in the Minecraft universe. Brave the dungeons alone or team up with friends! Read more

Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath. New content available!

Whether you’re brand-new to Mortal Kombat 11 or have experienced every Kombo in the game, now is a great time to get back to the fight! New paid and free content is now available. Read more

Add a little POW to your game library!

Get ready to punch up your library! We’ve gathered a list of games that put different superpowers at your fingertips. Read more

Get ready for an encore Splatfest!

Off the Hook is coming back for an encore, and all Inklings and Octolings are invited to attend. That’s right, it’s time to get ready for a bonus Splatfest! Read more

The Wonderful 101: Remastered. Available now!

A team of heroes from around the world must UNITE to protect the earth from vicious alien invaders! This band of 100 Wonderful Ones works together using their fantastic abilities to create a variety of forms. Read more

More Than 80 NES and Super NES Games are Now Available

On May 20, three Super NES™ games and one NES™ game are joining the Nintendo Switch Online service, bringing the total number of classic games that can be enjoyed for no extra charge with a Nintendo Switch Online membership to 82. Read more

A new Paper Mario adventure unfolds for Nintendo Switc...

Looking to add an extra dimension to your adventures? Are you ready for your fun to in-crease tenfold? Read more

Download and play The Elder Scrolls: Blades for free!

From Bethesda Game Studios, the creators of Skyrim, comes The Elder Scrolls: Blades—a classic dungeon crawler reimagined. Create a new character to your liking or maintain your previous progression from other versions of the game. Read more

Indie highlights! Check out recent indie games.

A ton of great independent games (also known as indies) are coming to the Nintendo Switch™ system every month. Below, you’ll find a few of the most recent releases. Read more

Play the 13th MAXIMUS CUP online event

By participating in the Tetris® 99 13th MAXIMUS CUP online event, players can earn an in-game theme inspired by the Animal Crossing™: New Horizons game. Read more

Enjoy a night of fun with these family-friendly games!

If you’re looking for a game that can entertain the whole family, check out our selection of family-friendly party games that you can download right now! Read more

Nintendo Power Podcast episode 27 available now!

If you ask us, you can never have too much of a good thing. That goes double for the Super Mario Maker™ 2 and Animal Crossing™: New Horizons games, which both just received big updates! Read more

Join the Mario Kart North American Open May 2020 tournament

Shift into high gear with the Mario Kart North American Open May 2020 tournament! Owners of the Mario Kart™ 8 Deluxe game from across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico will have a chance to compete in this in-game* event from May 8 - 10. Read more

Boost your Nintendo Account security with 2-Step Verif...

It never hurts to be extra careful. If you want to supercharge the security of your Nintendo Account, you may want to turn on 2-Step Verification. Read more

Continue your journey by using PC save data

Cross-save allows players to take their save data from a game’s PC version (sold separately) to its Nintendo Switch™ system counterpart. If you’re looking for games that you can take from your PC to the comfort of your sofa and back, please check out our selection of Nintendo Switch games that are compatible with PC cross-saves. Read more

Luigi’s Mansion 3 Multiplayer Pack – Part 2 out now

Have you taken a tour through the multiplayer mayhem that the Luigi’s Mansion 3 game offers on the Nintendo Switch family of systems? The frightful festivities continue with new apparitions and additions in the game’s multiplayer modes. Read more

Free Splatoon 2 Special Demo 2020 for a limited time!

Wanna get your feet wet in fast-paced, messy ink battles? Do you have tentacles instead of feet? Read more

Moving Out is now…out!

Are you ready for an exciting career in furniture? As a newly certified Furniture Arrangement & Relocation Technician, you’ll take on moving jobs all across the town of Packmore. Read more

Take on dystopian worlds in these games

Encounter gritty dystopian settings, futuristic technology, and interesting characters in these cyberpunk games. Read more

Trials of Mana now available

The Trials of Mana game lets you experience a fully modernized adventure with graphic improvements, character voiceover support, a remastered soundtrack, and a new episode that you can experience after completing the main story. Enjoy an ability system and a new class that reconstructs the character levelling system, along with more active battles. Read more

Free update to Animal Crossing: New Horizons

A series of free updates* to the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game is bringing some special seasonal events, inviting island goers to experience new faces visiting the island, blossoming flora, beautiful works of art and an expanded museum. These free updates and others later in the year will add new experiences to the game that players will be able to enjoy for a long time. Read more

Play the 12th MAXIMUS CUP online event

Are you ready to get warmed up for the next competition? Read more