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New Nintendo Switch 2 Releases and More
This week, gaming enthusiasts of all ages have new exciting games to explore, battle, and enjoy on Nintendo Switch 2. The recent releases include Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, with preorders open for the much-anticipated Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Yakuza Kiwami games. In addition, Nintendo has released the online demos for the thrilling Kirby Air Riders and the soothing Animal Crossing: New Leaf soundtrack has been added to Nintendo Music for ambient listening.
Family-oriented gaming continues its stride with the release of Hello Kitty and Friends: Freeze Tag Party and the upcoming Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension DLC.
Nintendo Highlights New Switch 2 Releases, Preorders, and Kirby Air Riders Demo
The latest addition to the Nintendo Switch 2 roster, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, brings the full conflict that predates The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom to life. Players get to experience the ancient war against the Demon King, playing as characters such as Princess Zelda and King Rauru. The game also introduces new mechanics like Sync Strikes and Zonai device abilities.
Preorders have opened for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, a new turn-based RPG set in the Monster Hunter universe, set to launch on March 13. The story features two heirs from warring kingdoms who dive into forbidden territory following the appearance of a mysterious monster tied to a calamity. Preorders for Yakuza Kiwami and Yakuza Kiwami 2 on Nintendo Switch 2 are also live, with both games set to launch on Nov. 13. Players who already own Yakuza Kiwami on Nintendo Switch can upgrade to the Switch 2 version at a discounted rate.
Nintendo Switch Online members can download a free demo for Kirby Air Riders and participate in timed online test sessions on the weekends of Nov. 8-9 and Nov. 15-16. The demo includes basic tutorials, City Trial online play, and offline Air Ride matches.
On Nintendo Music, the Animal Crossing: New Leaf soundtrack is now available, complete with themed playlists and hourly town themes for ambient listening. Additionally, new indie releases and ongoing Nintendo eShop deals are live across both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
Hello Kitty and Friends: Freeze Tag Party
Hello Kitty and Friends: Freeze Tag Party is now available on the Nintendo Switch. This fast-paced family-friendly game provides a new twist on classic tag, featuring Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, Kuromi, Pompompurin, and over 30 other Sanrio characters. The game, published by Nighthawk Interactive and developed by Imagineer, includes team-based magical tag matches, over 70 solo missions, character leveling with evolving abilities, and a dress-up system for unlocking new outfits and characters. Players can enjoy the game solo or with local and split-screen co-op, with both physical and digital editions available for purchase.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Adds Mega Dimension DLC and Diancie Side Mission
The Pokémon Company International is set to release the Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension DLC on Dec. 10 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The DLC introduces Hyperspace Lumiose, an alternate version of Lumiose City shaped by spatial distortions. Guided by doughnut chef Ansha and Mythical Pokémon Hoopa, players will explore this new dimension and encounter newly debuted Mega Evolutions, including Mega Chimecho and Mega Baxcalibur. Additionally, a new side mission featuring Mythical Pokémon Diancie is now available in-game. Players can claim a Diancite Stone via the Mystery Gift feature to begin the mission. Completing it allows trainers to catch Diancie and unlock its Mega Evolution.
For more information about these games, visit the Nintendo website at www.nintendo.com.
