Nintendo just streamed its Nintendo Direct February 2021 presentation, which comes as a full-length direct after almost two years. Naturally, many were anticipating some major game reveals this time around. That includes the news of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2, but it seems Nintendo is saving that announcement for a later date.
Nonetheless, there were several other small announcements for games that are upcoming on the Nintendo Switch. Here is everything that was announced in the Nintendo Direct February 2021 presentation:
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Pyra and Mythra
The next characters to join Super Smash Bros. Ultimate are Pyra and Mythra from Xenoblade Chronicles 2. The characters will be released next month in March, with more details coming soon. A trailer
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout has finally been announced for the Nintendo Switch. The game has been anticipated for quite some time now and is set to release this summer. Join the quest for the crown and stumble towards greatness when the game launches on the Nintendo Switch.
Outer Wilds
Another great title to launch this summer on the Nintendo Switch is Outer Wilds. Venture into a hand-crafted solar system and unravel the mysteries of the universe 22 minutes at a time when the critically acclaimed game comes to Nintendo Switch this summer.
Samurai Warriors 5
This summer is filled with exciting titles on the Nintendo Switch and this includes Samurai Warriors 5 releasing this summer. Dive into the history of the Sengoku period when Samurai Warriors 5. Featuring revamped character designs and a stylish new visual style, Samurai Warriors 5 will usher in a new age of battles.
Detective Club Games
Two of the Famicom Detective Club games are making their debut on the Nintendo Switch. In Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir and Famicom Detective Club: The Girl Who Stands Behind, dive into two deep narrative mysteries, localized and modernized for Nintendo Switch, launching May 14, 2021.
Legend of Mana
An enhanced version of Legend of Mana is launching on the Nintendo Switch. The PS1 title is getting a full remaster as it launches on the portable console this summer. Set off on a journey to find the mystical Mana Tree seen in a dream, before discovering… the world map is empty! During your travels, you’ll acquire special artifacts; place these wherever you’d like on the map to bring towns and dungeons to life and advance the story.
Monster Hunter Rise Rampage Trailer
Prepare for this onslaught by facing Rakna-Kadaki, Volvidon and Basarios in the Lava Caverns, and confronting Almudron and Diablos in the Sandy Plains. Monster Hunter Rise launches on March 26th on Nintendo Switch.
Mario Golf: Super Rush
The Mario Golf series returns to home consoles for the first time since 2003 where you will get to put your golfing skills to the test in Mario Golf: Super Rush. Enjoy golfing with familiar Mushroom Kingdom characters along with newly added features such as Story Mode, multiplayer modes like Speed Golf, and much more.
Capcom Arcade Stadium
Capcom Arcade Stadium comes with a collection of 32 classic titles coming this month. The collection will be free to download with 1943 – The Battle of Midway – included, with additional games available for purchase.
Stubbs the Zombie: Rebel Without a Pulse
Stubbs the Zombie launches on the Nintendo Switch this March 16, 2021. In the adventure, Stubbs lurches his way through numerous large and visually captivating indoor/outdoor environments in and around the gleaming city of Punchbowl, PA, a city built during the Eisenhower administration to show off the ultra-futuristic technology of the 21st century.
Tales from the Borderlands
Tales from the Borderlands will release on the Nintendo Switch on March 24, 2021.
DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power
Suit up and save the metropolis. If Metropolis is in danger, it’s up to Super Heroes like Wonder Woman, Supergirl, & Batgirl to team up and take down the evil Super-Villains who await when DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power soars onto Nintendo Switch June 4th
No More Heroes 3
It’s time to grab your katana and get ready for a wild ride when No More Heroes III releases for Nintendo Switch on August 27.
Knockout City
Knockout City is a new game coming to the Nintendo Switch this May 21, 2021. Team up and duke it out with rival Crews in Knockout CityTM, where epic dodgeball battles settle the score in team-based multiplayer matches. Throw, catch, pass, dodge, and tackle your way to dodgeball dominance
Neon White
Annapurna Interactive’s Neon White is another new title releasing on the Nintendo Switch. It is a lightning-fast first-person action game about exterminating demons in Heaven. You are White, an assassin handpicked from Hell to compete with other demon slayers for a chance to live permanently in Heaven
Miitopia
Get ready to embark on an adventure where the cast and enemies are determined by you in Miitopia for Nintendo Switch. Cast your friends, family, or anyone you want in the story, then experience surprising and hilarious interactions on your quest. Miitopia will release on May 21, 2021, on the Nintendo Switch.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Super Mario
New Super Mario themed items are coming to Animal Crossing New Horizons, complete with usable warp pipes
Project Tringle Strategy
Square Enix brings its Project Triangle Strategy game on the Nintendo Switch next year in 2022. Featuring deep gameplay full of choices and consequences, strategically survey the battlefield to gain the upper hand
Star Wars Hunters
Star Wars is a free-to-play arena combat game where you play with a squad. The game is planned for a release this year on the Nintendo Switch.
Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection
The critically acclaimed Ninja Gaiden series launches on the Nintendo Switch this June 10, 2021. This time around, it is going to be the Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity – Expansion Pass
A new expansion pack in Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity brings in newly added characters, stages, and more when they release this year on the Nintendo Switch. Expand your quest to save Hyrule with the new DLC.
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD
Discover the origins of Hyrule and take to the skies in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD. The game was announced with a trailer in the presentation. Draw your sword in this high-flying adventure with Joy-Con controllers or the newly added button-only control.
Splatoon 3
The final announcement was for Splatoon 3, which is set to launch sometime next year in 2022. In the wake of chaos, enter the sun-scorched Splatlands and the new city, Splatsville, inhabited by battle-hardened Inklings and Octolings. New weapons, moves, and more await, so be sure to keep an eye out for updates in the future.
These were all the games that were announced at the Nintendo Direct February 2021 presentation. Post your comments below.
