It’s been an exciting year for Nintendo fans so far, between the Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 update, an entire Nintendo Direct dedicated to Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, and ongoing Pokémon 30th anniversary celebrations. A new Nintendo Indie World showcase has given players even more to look forward to, announcing a myriad of new games and ports coming to Nintendo Switch consoles this year.
If you happened to miss the presentation or simply want a recap of the most important announcements, here are the biggest reveals, trailers, and release dates you need to know from the most recent Nintendo Indie World Showcase.
Blue Prince
The critically-acclaimed puzzle game Blue Prince will finally be available on a Nintendo console, arriving on the Nintendo Switch 2 later today, March 3. Assuming the role of Simon, players will explore the mysterious Mt. Holly mansion in an attempt to find its hidden 46th room, but the layout of the home changes every day.
Denshattack!
Denshattack! is an off-the-rails action-adventure that lets you kickflip a bus. As players rack up points in this fast-paced platformer, they’ll also take on a myriad of strange bosses, all with a colorful backdrop inspired by Japanese culture. Denshattack! arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 June 17, and includes a Switch-exclusive train skin.
My Little Puppy
My Little Puppy is a heartwarming adventure that was inspired by one of its developers’ real-life dogs, Bong-gu. Its protagonist, who has crossed the rainbow bridge to heaven, shares the same name. One day, the corgi smells his human owner and embarks on a journey to be reunited with them in the afterlife. My Little Puppy releases for Nintendo Switch May 29, with physical copies planned for June, and the Nintendo Switch version of the game features adorable in-game costumes for Bong-gu.
Heave Ho 2
Heave Ho 2 is a chaotic multiplayer game where players have to link with one another in order to move, grappling and swinging to each level’s goal. They must avoid hazards while never losing grip, otherwise it’s game over. The sequel brings new mechanics like gravity changes and cookery, as well as local or online 4-player co-op, a franchise first. Heave Ho 2 releases for Nintendo Switch consoles in summer 2026.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault may look a lot different from its predecessor, but the overarching concept is the same: traverse dungeons by night for loot, sell said loot in your shop during the day. The shop simulation dungeon crawler hybrid will release for Nintendo Switch 2 some time in 2026.
Woodo
Woodo is inspired by childhood magic and how children view the world. In the diorama puzzle game, players will assemble scenes of two characters, Foxy and Ben the frog, like a 3D coloring book, each of which tells part of a story. Woodo will arrive for Nintendo Switch systems in summer 2026.
Minishoot’ Adventures
Minishoot’ Adventures offers a twin-stick twist on classic 8-bit adventure games. Players will pilot an upgradeable ship, exploring a myriad of different environments as they fight bosses in bullet-filled battles and rescue their allies. Minishoot’ Adventures will release for Nintendo Switch consoles later today, March 3.
The Midnight Walk
The Midnight Walk is, as much as it sounds like an oxymoron, a cozy horror game. Players will experience a stop-motion world filled with hand-crafted objects as they traverse the titular Midnight Walk. It’s part puzzler, part narrative game, and it arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 March 26.
Rotwood
Rotwood is a side-scrolling brawler inspired by the moment-to-moment gameplay of fighting games and the bosses of RPG games. Up to three players can embark on roguelite-style runs, either locally or online, trying out different gear combos and combat styles. Rotwood is a Nintendo Switch 2 console exclusive releasing later today, March 3.
Mixtape
The long-anticipated Mixtape has finally received a release date, coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on May 7. The coming-of-age story comes from the developer of The Artful Escape, and is all about a teenager’s last night in her hometown. It’s filled with nostalgic reminiscing in the form of charming vignettes and minigames, all set to an absolutely incredible soundtrack that features bands like Devo and The Smashing Pumpkins.
Blighted
From the makers of Guacamelee comes Blighted, an exploration-driven action RPG where players will fight to reclaim their home from the evil Sorcisto. The villain has cursed the psychedelic western landscape with Blight, which the player will accumulate as they take on bosses; the more Blight they have, the harder enemies are. Blighted releases for Nintendo Switch 2 in fall 2026, and will offer local or online 2-player co-op.
Deadzone: Rogue
Deadzone: Rogue is a sci-fi FPS game with a roguelite slant. Set in a forsaken space station, the game focuses on immersive atmospheres and snappy gunplay, which will include Joy-Con 2 mouse support. With each high-intensity run, players can gain perks and permanent upgrades. Deadzone: Rogue will arrive on March 17 for Nintendo Switch 2.
There were also these additional updates from Nintendo:
- Blumhouse Games’ Grave Seasons, which is like Stardew Valley with a serial killer, arrives on Nintendo Switch in summer 2026
- Chaotic co-op railroad builder Unrailed 2: Back on Track comes to Nintendo Switch systems in May 2026
- Toem 2, a sequel to the iconic photography puzzle game, will be released for Nintendo Switch in summer 2026
- The cozy convenience store sim inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories will release April 30 for Nintendo Switch systems
- Off-the-grid exploration game Outbound releases April 23 for Nintendo Switch systems, with a demo available starting March 3
- Rhythm-based fighting game Ratatan will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 July 16
