These Are the 5 Most Hyped Switch Games Announced at Nintendo Direct
Nintendo Switch owners have plenty to look forward to this year. During the Nintendo Direct stream event yesterday, the Japanese video game titan announced a ton of new games that'll soon be available to play on the console.
The announcements included updates, new games, and remakes, including Fire Emblem: Three Houses, which was the event's biggest draw, a new Super Mario Maker, and a Zelda remake.
Below we've compiled our favorite picks from the event, as well as drop details and what to expect.
Fire Emblem: Three Houses
Release date: July 26
The game is focused on three noble houses in an academy that trains students in weaponry, magic, and other special skills — skills that are then used in life-or-death battles.
Super Mario Maker 2
Release date: June
The sequel to the OG Wii U game, Super Mario Maker 2 allows players to create new slopes for the first time, as well as selecting their own items, features, and tools.
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening
Release date: 2019
A modern reimagining of the game that came out on the Game Boy 26 years ago. Here, we return to the island of Koholint to take Link on yet another peril-filled adventure.
Tetris 99
Release date: Available now
Think Tetris meets Hunger Games, with Tetris 99 pitting you against opponents — a best player left standing situation with only one winner coming out on top.
Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age
Release date: Fall
This classic RPG features the same sprawling vistas of the OG, but gets upgrades in the shape of character-specific stories, increased battle speed, an updated soundtrack, and the option to choose between HD and 16-bit visuals.