Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase – June 2022 – recap

Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase – June 2022 – recap

The Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase aired, and Nintendo issued a recap. It covers all of the announcements, news, and other information provided at the event.

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It’s time to perform!

Nintendo Switch users who are inquisitive about what’s next may delve into a fresh presentation packed of games. Nintendo showcased a wide range of titles from its different development and publishing partners coming to the system this year and into 2023 in the latest Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase. This includes Nintendo Switch versions of three renowned Persona games, additional information about the forthcoming Mario + Rabbids sequel, a new adventure in the DRAGON QUEST series, and first-look information about freshly announced titles!

“With dozens of new titles featured in this Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase releasing shortly, gamers on Nintendo Switch have so much to look forward to,” said Steve Singer, Senior Vice President of Publisher and Developer Relations at Nintendo of America. “This strong showing from our developer and publishing partners demonstrates Nintendo Switch’s flexibility, with a vast game catalog that continues to grow, amuse, and thrill.” 

The movie revealed fresh information and footage for a variety of titles, including:

HARVESTELLA

A new fantasy world where you may farm, battle, and make friends. Welcome to Lethe, a tranquil community where the changing seasons brilliantly adorn the landscape. In this new life-simulation RPG, your tale starts here. Farm, make products, and gather resources as you go about your daily activities, meeting townspeople along the way. The seasons change gradually from spring to summer to autumn to winter. They will, however, give way to the season of death, Quietus. The destiny of the hamlet is dependent on your ability to prevent the Death Season from spreading devastation. Begin your new life in HARVESTELLA, which will be released for Nintendo Switch on November 4th.

Persona 5 Royal Edition / Persona 4 Golden Edition / Persona 3 Portable

Persona has awakened, and three famous Persona games are making their way to Nintendo Switch! Save people from twisted desires by assuming the mask of a Phantom Thief in Persona 5 Royal’s highly acclaimed, genre-defining tale, which includes previously released downloadable content. Plus, there’s an urban rumor that if you look at a Nintendo Switch system on a rainy night… in Persona 4 Golden, your soulmate could emerge. In Persona 3 Portable, the city is swallowed by an unfamiliar quiet, people transform into haunting coffins, and otherworldly creatures known as Shadows swarm! All three games are offered individually and include English and Japanese voice acting as well as full-HD visuals. Persona 5 Royal will be released for the Nintendo Switch on October 21, and further information about Persona 4 Golden and Persona 3 Portable will be released shortly. Prepare yourselves… the hour of midnight is approaching!

Sparks of Hope: Mario + Rabbids

In the newest Mario + Rabbids game, the motley crew of Mario, his buddies, and the heroic Rabbids – now joined by Bowser – set out on a cosmic adventure! When a dark creature, Cursa, attempts to suck all of the galaxy’s energy, the galaxy is in a universe of danger. In doing so, it will attempt to capture and drain the energy of the Sparks, beings produced from the union of Lumas and Rabbids. The crew must now explore the galaxy to free the Sparks from Cursa’s clutches and fight back in tactical, dynamic combat. Lead a squad of three heroes as you maneuver the battlefield, flank your enemies, and look for ways to hinder them. On October 20, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope will be released on the Nintendo Switch system. Pre-orders are now available in the Nintendo eShop and the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com.

LIVE A LIVE

A variety of storylines with varying protagonists, time periods, and gameplay types await. In this RPG classic, now in HD-2D, many epic storylines unfold over a number of diverse periods! LIVE A LIVE will be released for Nintendo Switch on July 22, but a trial comprising the first three chapters will be available to experience in the Nintendo eShop later today. Once acquired, your demo save data may be transferred to the full game. Start your epic multi-era tale right now! In addition, there will be a special Treehouse display devoted to LIVE A LIVE.

MONSTER HUNTER RISE: Sunbreak

This gigantic new update for MONSTER HUNTER RISE will include new creatures, new combat choices, new places, the Master Rank mission difficulty, and other exciting additions, in addition to a new narrative! Travel across the sea to Elgado Outpost, where you will examine the Three Lords – the monstrous beast Garangolm, the chilly wolf wyvern Lunagaron, and the expansion’s flagship Elder Dragon, the vampiric Malzeno. Along with the Three Lords, SUNBREAK will feature a slew of new creatures, including fan favorites from past MONSTER HUNTER games! Solo play, hunting with anybody through a local connection, or online co-op play with up to three other hunters! Rise anew and join the quest when the game is released on June 30 for Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders are currently available in the Nintendo eShop and on Nintendo.com’s My Nintendo Store.

Portal: Companion Collection

The Nintendo Switch now has award-winning gameplay, dark comedy, and ground-breaking exploration. With a highly experimental portal gadget, you can defy spatial physics rules in ways you never thought imaginable. Solve mind-bendingly weird puzzles and compete against GLaDOS, a lethally clever, power-mad A.I. Meet a larger range of individuals as you solve gateway riddles and navigate perilous, never-before-seen parts of the labs. Portal 2 now offers a cooperative game mode with local, split screen, and internet multiplayer allowing you and a buddy to act and think together. When Portal: Companion Collection debuts on Nintendo Switch… later today! The friendly cubes and dangerous turrets of Portal and Portal 2 are hurtling your way!

Minecraft Legends

Minecraft Legends combines the world of Minecraft with action-strategy gameplay. A lovely country surrounded by lush nature has been attacked by monsters from another dimension! Join forces with partners to combat this horrific entity threatening the earth. What mysteries lie in this strange but familiar universe? Minecraft Legends will be available on the Nintendo Switch system in 2023.

Sonic Frontiers

Spin dash into a new zone in Sonic Frontiers! Sonic’s next action adventure begins on the vivid Starfall Islands, which are home to a strange and ancient civilisation. Make your way through high slopes, take use of your surroundings, and freely sprint across a huge open zone, taking full advantage of Sonic’s speed. What surprises await Sonic on these exotic islands? Accelerate to unprecedented heights and feel the rush of open-zone freedom at high speeds. Sonic Frontiers will be available on the Nintendo Switch this Christmas season.

Blanc

In the hand-crafted world of Blanc, a fawn and a wolf cub must work together to find their way home through the icy wilderness. In this dramatic journey, two unexpected companions must work together to overcome natural difficulties and traverse through the cold wilderness. Blanc is a text-free narrative featuring local and online co-op play, making it accessible to all audiences. Blanc, which will be available as a console exclusive on Nintendo Switch in February 2023, will allow you to form an unforeseen friendship.

Back to Monkey Island!

A swashbuckling adventure is back! Return to Monkey Island is the surprising and exhilarating return of series creator Ron Gilbert to the plot of the renowned adventure games The Secret of Monkey Island and Monkey Island 2: LeChuck’s Revenge. With a smart adaptation of conventional point-and-click action, daring pirates will solve riddles and explore the islands. Return to Monkey Island will be available first for consoles on Nintendo Switch later this year.

Disney Dreamlight Valley

In this life-simulation game, you may live wonderfully with your Disney and Pixar buddies! Dreamlight Valley was once a peaceful haven for Disney and Pixar characters, until The Forgetting transformed it into a nightmare. It is now up to you to restore the magic to Dreamlight Valley. Explore the many regions of this continent and form lasting friendships with heroes and villains alike in a world where you may personalize your avatar to be whatever you want to be. Disney Dreamlight Valley will be available in Early Access on the Nintendo Switch on September 6.

DRAGON QUEST: Treasures

It’s a treasure hunter’s dream! The treasure-hunting aspirations of two brothers are realized when they are whisked away to the mystical and mysterious country of Draconia. In this DRAGON QUEST series spin-off, Erik and Mia, together with their adorable pals Purrsula and Porcus, join up with a slew of expert monsters to search down enticing riches. Oodles of gold are simply waiting to be discovered! For December 9, DRAGON QUEST TREASURES will be released on Nintendo Switch.

NieR:Automata YoRHa’s Final Chapter

NieR:highly Automata’s acclaimed universe has arrived on Nintendo Switch! When mechanical lifeforms from another planet strike without warning, unleashing a new sort of peril, humanity flees to the Moon. Immerse yourself in a furious war to reclaim the world as 2B, a member of the android military organization YoRHa. This version of NieR:Automata includes previously available DLC as well as outfits exclusive to the Nintendo Switch edition. In NieR:Automata, you must reclaim Earth. The End of YoRHa Edition will be available on October 6. Pre-orders are now available in the Nintendo eShop and the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com.

Little Noah: Scion of Paradise

You play as youthful alchemist Noah, accompanied by her cantankerous cat friend Zipper, in this fun roguelite action game. Noah arrives among ancient ruins after a storm. Every time you visit one of these tiered dungeons, the layout changes. Recruit Lilliputs as teammates and utilize the stuff you gather to combat opponents and destroy monsters. If you are knocked out throughout your quest, you may utilize your gained things to power up and return stronger than before. To beat enemies, string up combinations and use strong elemental strikes. Little Noah: Scion of Paradise will be available on Nintendo Switch later today!

RPG Time: The Legend of Wright

Join aspiring game maker Kenta in his newest invention, “The Legend of Wright,” on a hand-drawn quest to rescue the planet. This journey covers over 200 pages and takes place in Kenta’s notebook, where you must sketch, erase, solve riddles, and even use your handy in-game calculator. Every time you flip the page, you’ll find a new method to play. For August 18, RPG Time: The Legend of Wright will be released on Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders are now available in the Nintendo eShop and the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com.

The Laser Eyes and Lorelei

In this new twist on puzzle-adventure games, prepare to be immersed in strange puzzles and a terrifying plot. Solve the mystery of Lorelei and the Laser Eyes, which will be available initially for consoles on the Nintendo Switch in 2023.

DORAEMON STORY OF SEASONS

Doraemon, Noby, and his companions arrive on an unfamiliar planet and resolve to assist a new buddy realize his ambitions by farming! Plow the fields, harvest the crops, and look after the animals. You can even farm quickly by using Doraemon’s hidden devices! Relax by spending time with friends, having nice meals, and going fishing. You and a friend may even develop a ranch together with local play! This year, DORAEMON STORY OF SEASONS: FRIENDS OF THE GREAT KINGDOM will be released for Nintendo Switch.

Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection

Ten Mega Man Battle Network games from the Game Boy Advance system are coming to Nintendo Switch! Take command of MegaMan. Use Battle Chips to unlock powerful skills and EXE in grid-based battle. This collection has a gallery with over 1,000 pictures as well as a music mode with over 150 songs from the series. Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection will be available on the Nintendo Switch in 2023. Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1 and Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 2 will be distributed digitally as distinct volumes.

Super Bomberman R 2

A new Bomberman game is on the way to the Nintendo Switch! In addition to the traditional action-maze modes beloved by Bomberman fans, a new Castle Mode joins the battle! A squad of up to 15 players must blast their way to treasure boxes while one defender attempts to stop them. You may also design and share your own battlegrounds. Have a great time when Super Bomberman R 2 comes out for Nintendo Switch next year.

PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC

PAC-MAN WORLD will be remade shortly! The whole PAC-MAN family has been abducted! He sets off for Ghost Island to save them. Trounce your opponents with PAC-DOTS, the rev-roll, the butt-bounce, and… a big PAC-MAN?! From high-speed chases to cosmic adventures, you’ll experience a wide range of bizarre levels. Save the PAC-FAM in PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC, which will be released for Nintendo Switch on August 26.

RAILGRADE

In the management sim RAILGRADE, you will construct railway networks to effectively carry merchandise and aid in the restoration of an industrial colony’s economic success. Complete numerous duties in order to prepare each package for delivery to its destination. Your strategy will alter depending on a variety of criteria, such as the number and length of trains to run, the resources to collect, and the best way to convey merchandise from point A to point B. RAILGRADE is coming to Nintendo Switch this autumn.

Captain Velvet Meteor: The Jump+ Dimensions

Damien, a young child who has just migrated to Japan, will be your companion in this tactical action game. Damien, who feels lonely, enters his mind as Captain Velvet Meteor and finds a world of heroes and villains from his favorite comics. Recruit a cast of Jump+ characters to assist him in his journey to leave the weird land and battle an unknown threat! Captain Velvet Meteor: The Jump+ Dimensions will be available on the Nintendo Switch on July 28. Pre-orders are now available in the Nintendo eShop and the My Nintendo Store on Nintendo.com.

This Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase also included a montage of enticing Nintendo Switch games that will be available soon, including the procedurally generated exploration game No Man’s Sky, which will be available on Nintendo Switch on October 7, and A Plague Tale: Requiem – Cloud Version, the sequel to the award-winning adventure A Plague Tale: Innocence, which will be available on Nintendo Switch on October 18.