Nintendo Partner Direct Reveals Zelda, Octopath 0, More

Nintendo’s July Partner Showcase unveils new titles like Age of Imprisonment and Octopath Traveler 0, plus demos available today.

New titles, surprise demos, and Switch 2 upgrades headline the presentation.

Nintendo held its latest Partner Showcase this morning, revealing a mix of first-look announcements, long-awaited sequels, and surprise demos—all coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. Here’s a breakdown of the key reveals:

? New Game Announcements


The Legend of Zelda: Age of Imprisonment

A Hyrule Warriors follow-up set during the Imprisoning War. Fight alongside Princess Zelda, King Rauru, and others in a pivotal story leading into Tears of the Kingdom. Coming to Switch 2 this winter.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection

Turn-based monster bonding returns in 2026. Political tensions rise after a mysterious monster’s birth throws two kingdoms into war. Coming to Switch 2.

PAC-Man World 2 RE-PAC

A modern remaster of the 3D platformer classic arrives September 26 for Switch and Switch 2. Pre-orders available later today.

Octopath Traveler 0

A prequel with a custom protagonist and over 30 recruitable allies. Launches December 4 on Switch and Switch 2.

Persona 3 Reload

The acclaimed remake hits Switch 2 on October 23, bringing the SEES experience to a Nintendo platform.*
Does not ship with Episode Aigis DLC

Once Upon A Katamari

Travel through time and clean up cosmic messes in this new Katamari Damacy entry. Launches October 24 on Switch with online and offline 4-player modes. Pre-orders available today.

Yakuza Kiwami & Kiwami 2

The beat-’em-up classics arrive November 13 for Switch 2, with enhanced visuals and frame rate upgrades. Players who own Kiwami on Switch can upgrade at a discount.

? Demos Available Today


Shinobi Art of Vengenance

A stylish 2D hand-drawn platformer revival of the iconic ninja series. Launches August 29 on Switch, with a free demo available now.

The Adventures of Elliot (Switch 2)

From the team behind Octopath Traveler and Bravely Default, this action RPG blends top-down exploration with HD-2D visuals. Demo out now on Switch 2, full release in 2026.

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