Earlier, through the online live broadcast program "Nintendo Direct Soft Maker Lineup 2026.2.5", Nintendo not only confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 will expand its lineup of third-party game content, but also dropped several bombshells.
Among the most anticipated announcements was SQUARE ENIX's official announcement that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth would be released on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S, moving beyond the PlayStation platform. Nihon Falcom and Omiya Soft also brought their long-awaited new titles to the Phantom Metropolis and Cardo Spectre series, respectively, while Bethesda brought several of its AAA titles to Nintendo Switch 2.
Square Enix shifts strategy: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth no longer exclusive.
SQUARE ENIX has announced that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, the second installment in the Final Fantasy VII remake project, will be officially released on June 3, 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows. This means that the game, which was originally a timed exclusive for PlayStation 5, will finally break free from its current limitations.
The game continues the story from the events leading up to "The Forgotten Capital" in the original game, where players will control Cloud and his companions as they leave Midgar to explore a wider world. The graphics and smoothness of the Nintendo Switch 2 version will be important indicators of the new console's performance.
In addition, SQUARE ENIX's mystery adventure series is also releasing a new title, "Spectral Tales FILE38: The Tale of the Mermaids of Ise," scheduled for release on February 19.
Japanese RPGs explode in popularity: Kyoto Fantasy and Granblue Fantasy Relink Enhanced Edition
Nihon Falcom has officially announced the sequel to the action role-playing game "Touhou Gento" - "Kyoto Gento: Sakura Fantasy Dance-".
• platform:Nintendo Switch 2 / Nintendo Switch / PlayStation 5 / Steam
• Release date:2026年夏季
• Features:The stage is moved to the fictional modern city of "Beijing," combining campus life with 2D/3D maze exploration gameplay.
Cygames presented Granblue Fantasy Relink: Endless Twilight.
• platform:Nintendo Switch 2 / PlayStation 5 / PlayStation 4 / PC
• Release date:2026 January 7
• Features:An enhanced version optimized for Nintendo Switch 2, including additional content.
A Classic Returns: The New Edition of "Kardor's Holy Scripture" After a Ten-Year Wait
News that will bring tears to the eyes of veteran players! The Monopoly-style card strategy game series "Cardo's Sacred Scripture" has announced a completely new installment, "Cardo's Sacred Scripture Begins".
• Release date:2026 January 7
• platform:Nintendo Switch 2 /Nintendo Switch / PC
• Highlights:Includes over 400 cards, and the special edition will also include a reissue of the original "Culdcept The First". The Nintendo Switch 2 version also features "Nearby Console Sharing" functionality.
Major Western publishers lend their support: Bethesda brings *The Elder Scrolls* and *Fallout* to Nintendo Switch 2.
Bethesda Studios head Todd Howard personally announced full support for the Nintendo Switch 2 platform, with a truly impressive lineup including the latest Indiana Jones: The Ancient Circle, and the long-rumored remaster of The Elder Scrolls IV: Skyrim.
• The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition:Now available
• Fallout 4 Game of the Year Edition:November 24st
• Indiana Jones: The Ancient CircleNovember 12st
• The Elder Scrolls IV: Forgotten Capital Special Edition:Within 2026 years
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