Ready for the next big thing from Nintendo? The wildly popular Nintendo Switch successor might be closer than we think. While we’re still awaiting an official announcement, Nintendo’s president Shuntaro Furukawa hinted that an announcement about Nintendo Switch 2 is expected this year.
Although some were expecting a reveal in June, sources like Nikkei report that the Nintendo Switch 2 launch has been pushed to March 2025. This delay is reported to ensure a strong launch lineup and avoid stock shortages just like what happened with the PS5 Slim.
Features We’d Love to See
Improved Joy-Cons: Enhanced ergonomics, less stick drift, and analog triggers.
Battery Life: A bigger battery for longer play sessions, handy for travel.
Nintendo has a history of either building on the strengths of its existing consoles or innovating in completely new ways. Given this, we’re anticipating that the next console will be an upgraded version of the Switch, though it could come with a new name.
We’re hoping for enhanced power, an OLED display standard, and 4K output to match up with the best TVs on the market. Nintendo plans to produce enough consoles to meet demand. Rumors suggest an 8-inch screen and backward compatibility with existing games and Joy-Con controllers.
Specs and Hardware
We’re expecting the Switch 2 to feature an Nvidia system-on-a-chip, possibly a custom chipset to maximize performance. While AMD advancements make it a contender, Nvidia seems to be the likely choice. Despite earlier rumors about a Samsung 5-nanometer chip, it’s more probable that an Nvidia chip will power the new console.
A leaked spec sheet suggests an eight-core Cortex-A78AE processor, 10 streaming multiprocessors, 8GB of RAM, and 64GB of eMMC storage—an upgrade, but not on par with PS5 or Xbox Series X.
There’s also speculation about a co-processor chip in the dock to boost power and video output when connected to a 4K TV. Onboard storage could jump to 512GB, a significant upgrade from the current Switch models.
Display Technology
We’re hoping for an OLED panel, possibly with a 120Hz refresh rate, though rumors indicate that Sharp might be developing an LCD for the Switch 2 to cut production costs. Mobapad, a third-party controller maker, claims the Switch 2 will sport an 8-inch, 1080p display.
Games and Backward Compatibility
A new Mario game and a Mario Kart title, rumored to be the most expensive game Nintendo has ever produced, are expected for the Switch 2. Final Fantasy 7 Remake might showcase the new console’s power. Additionally, a Bayonetta Trilogy with enhanced visuals is rumored to be in the works.
However, there’s some concern about backward compatibility. While some rumors suggest older games and Joy-Cons will work with the Switch 2, others are less optimistic. We’re hoping Nintendo ensures backward compatibility, as it’s a significant feature for many gamers.
As gaming technology continues to evolve, games have become more immersive, challenging, and entertaining than ever before. In this article, we’ll explore the most eagerly anticipated paid and free games on different gaming platforms, slated for release in 2023.
Video games have undergone a serious upgrade in recent times, moving beyond the ordinary Tetris matching and stacking designs of puzzle games to more advanced gaming offerings with mind-blowing, and fully engrossing experiences.
Thanks to the latest software in tech and game design, developers can now concoct intricate virtual and augmented realities, unique soundscapes, stimulating visual puzzles, etc that do not demand a ton of mental effort to solve them all. These upcoming paid and free games on gaming platforms are equally introducing captivating storylines. Which adds an extra layer of appeal to the already fascinating games. So that players can unravel secrets, explore various alternate worlds, interact with fascinating characters, and have an overall transforming digital experience.
For the past few decades, the gaming industry has relied on action-packed, brain-wracking, and heart-racing games to keep players hooked. Whether you’re navigating treacherous puzzles, embarking on epic adventures, or testing your skills in intense sports simulations, these games offer a thrilling and immersive escape from reality. Not only do they entertain, but these games also sharpen logical and problem-solving skills. Making users true gaming experts while also boosting creativity.
Free & Paid Games On PlayStation Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PCs
Here are 10 upcoming games (paid and free games on PlayStation Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PCs, etc) for game lovers in 2023. Whether you’re a novice looking for entertainment or a seasoned gamer looking for a challenge, these games will provide players with hours of fun and entertainment.
January 2023 Paid & Free Games On PC, Xbox, Switch, PlayStation
Aquatico – PC
Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider – PS4, PS5, Switch, PC
Dragon Ball Z Kakarot – PS5, Xbox Series X|S
One Piece Odyssey – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Persona 4 Golden – PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 Portable – PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Colossal Cave – PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC
Fire Emblem Engage – Switch
Monster Hunter Rise – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Forspoken – PS5, PC
Mahokenshi – PC
World War Z – PS5, Xbox Series X|S
Hitman World of Assassination – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC
Death in the Water 2 – PC
Dead Space – PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
PowerWash Simulator – PS4, PS5
Raiden 4 x Mikado Remix – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition – Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Season: A Letter to the Future – PS4, PS5, PC
SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake – PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC
Inkulinati – Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC
February 2023 Paid & Free Games On PC, Xbox, Switch, PlayStation
Wild Hearts – PS5, XSX|S, PC
Atomic Heart – PS5, PS4, XSX|S, XBO, PC
Like A Dragon: Ishin! Remake – PS5, XSX|S, PC, PS4, XBO
Horizon Call of the Mountain – PS5|PSVR 2
Zenith: The Last City – PS5|PSVR 2
Digimon World: Next Order – Switch, PC
After the Fall – PS5|PSVR 2
Blood Bowl 3 – PC, PS5, XSX|S, PS4, XBO, Switch
Sons of the Forest – PC
Kerbal Space Program 2 Early Access – PC
Theatrhythm Final Bar Line – PS4, Switch
Kirby’s Return To Dream Land – Switch
Octopath Traveler 2 – PS5, PC, PS4, Switch
Scars Above – PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC
Destiny 2: Lightfall – PS5, PS4, XSX|S, XBO, PC
Football Manager 2023 – PS5
Deliver Us Mars – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Tails: The Backbone Preludes – PC
Life Is Strange 2 – Switch
Metroid Prime Remastered – Switch
Labyrinth of Galleria: The Moon Society – PS4, PS5, Switch, PC
Pharaoh: A New Era – PC
Returnal – PC
Blanc – Switch, PC
Shadow Warrior 3 Definitive Edition – PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Phantom Brigade -PC
Horace – PC, Xbox One
Void Terrarium 2 – PS4, Switch
Clive ‘N’ Wrench – PS4, PS5, Switch, PC
Kirby’s Return To Dreamland Deluxe – Switch
Company of Heroes 3 – PC
March 2023 GamesOn PC, Xbox, Switch, PlayStation
The Day Before – PC, XSX|S, PS5
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty – PS5, XSX|S, PS4, XBO, PC
The Last of Us: Part 1 – PC
Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania – PC, PS5, XSX|S
Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon – Switch
Have a Nice Death – Switch
Resident Evil 4 Remake – PS5, XSX|S, PS4, PC
Crime Boss: Rockay City – March 28 (PC)
Amnesia: The Bunker – XSX|S, PS4, XBO, PC
System Shock Remake – PS5, PS4, XSX|S, XBO, PC
Fitness Boxing Fist of the North Star – Switch
King of the Castle – PC
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Transport Fever 2: Console Edition – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
Train Life: A Railway Simulator – Switch
The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure – PS4, Switch, PC
WWE 2K23 – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Remnant: From the Ashes – Switch
Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End and the Secret Key – Switch
EA Sports PGA Tour – PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
April 2023 Games On PC, Xbox, Switch, PlayStation
Hogwarts Legacy – PS4, Xbox One
Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection – Switch, PS4, PC
God of Rock – PS5, PS4, PC, Switch, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Minecraft Legends – PS5, PS4, PC, Switch, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores DLC – PS5
Dead Island 2 – PS5, XSX|S, PC, PS4, XBO
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor – PC, PS5, XSX|S
Star Trek: Resurgence – P55, XSX|S, PC, PS4, XBO
May 2023 Games On Pc & Switch
Redfall – XSX|S, PC
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Switch
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice – PS5, XSX|S, PC
Monster Menu: The Scavenger’s Cookbook – PS4, PS5, Switch
Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2 – PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC
Darkest Dungeon II – PC
Atlas Fallen – PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
June 2023 Paid & Free Games On Pc, Xbox & Switch
Street Fighter 6 – PS5, PS4, XSX|S, PC
Loop8: Summer of God – PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC
Master Detective Archives: Rain Code – Switch
Diablo 4 – PS5, XSX|S, XBO, PS4, PC
Final Fantasy 16 – PS5
Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life – PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PC
July 2023 Games
Hogwarts Legacy – Switch
Pikmin 4 – Switch
The Legend of Heroes: Trails into Reverie – PS4, PS5, Switch, PC
Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg – PS4, PS5, Switch, PC
August 2023 Games
Baldur’s Gate 3 – PC
Sea of Stars – PS4, PS5, Switch, PC
Dive into the world of new video games and digital puzzle games, and let the fun begin!. Don’t also forget to stay tuned for September, October, November, and December game release dates as we make a full compilation of themost anticipated games of 2023. As well as all yet-to-be-confirmed 2023 games on PS5, Xbox games 2023, 2023 games for PC, and games coming out in 2024.
Also, as you await the release of these new games, make someone special happy this season with luxury games and gadgets, gaming accessories, etc, to upgrade their game arsenal.
(Opinion) The Nintendo Switch is just a bit shy over 1 year’s old. And while I was late to the party (not obtaining my own copy of the hybrid console until last February), it seems to have had a great lifespan – at least, according to other outlets. And it’s fair enough to assume so. We got Mario Odyssey, Xenoblade Chorincles 2, Fire Emblem Warriors, Breath of the Wild, and more great games. But, wait? Do you notice something there? Most of the Switch’s greatest games released in its first year are either all Nintendo IPs, or published by Nintendo? Seem familiar?
This is the pattern I’ve noticed on Nintendo consoles ever since I interacted with them as a child. The DS, 3DS, Wii, WiiU, all had some great first-party games on it. And some decent third-parties, but mostly first-parties. And while these titles are always a blast, fans have been crying for more and more third-party support ever since the days of the Wii, and even some consoles beforehand. And while we can blame it on the sales (for example, the awfully performing WiiU), I personally believe we have none other than Nintendo to blame. The entertainment company has always been harsh on third-parties; pretty much denying any and all access to their consoles, at least to triple A games and developers. And it’s that push that leads to poorly-performing console sales on Nintendo’s end.
Recently, we saw a light of hope with the Nintendo Switch focusing on a more pro-third-party catalogue and a more pro-mature one as well. We’ve seen titles we’d never suspect make it to a Nintendo console, such as Skyrim, L.A. Noire, and even DOOM. It’s honestly amazing to me, but at the same time, it’s not enough. Now, I know this makes me sound like some nit-picky, over-demanding fanboy. That may be the case. However, it’s not enough to me, because the steam we were picking up for more immersive, third-party games on the new Switch has started to blow down.
And while we can understand – not everyone is eager to port every triple A game to the Switch – there’s another problem present along with it: lack of original, new first-parties. That’s just a big Nintendo-no-no. Sure, we have all the games I previously mentioned, including Pokken, Mario Kart 8, and more. But most of these games are WiiU ports, and if not, there’s not many brand-new Nintendo IPs on the new console. It feels almost as if Nintendo hadn’t even given themselves enough time to have a powerful catalogue to go with.
So, in a hopes to rally some discord and to get Nintendo thinking, here’s the Nintendo IPs that need to be made for the Switch. And not just ported: new AND original, to separate the console from the WiiU/3DS. Alongside this is discussion of the need of a system software overhaul.
1) Pokemon Switch
We’ve already been seeing confirmations of the Pokemon Switch game to be the 8th generation, and this is great news! This most likely points to a guarantee that it will be a new mainline Pokemon game, and not a port or mashup of Sun & Moon.
2) Animal Crossing
The last home console Animal Crossing game is going to be ten years old this November. 10 years old. The last fully-fledged Animal Crossing game is going to be 6 this year. Yes, I’m excluding Happy Home Designer and the mobile Pocket Camp. Animal Crossing is obviously a popular Nintendo IP that many people, young and old, love dearly. The Switch being a hybrid console, means we could indeed have a beautiful, large Animal Crossing game going with us anywhere in the world. I don’t want ports, as stated, but sticking with the idea of City Folk wouldn’t be bad either.
3) Star Fox
One of the more underrated IPs of Nintendo is Star Fox. I personally loved the play style of all the Star Fox games I had the chance to play as a kid. The last attempt to boot up Star Fox on the WiiU didn’t go as well as expected, only averaging a 69% metacritic score. The Switch’s booted graphics and mobility, however, are the perfect environment for a Star Fox game to find itself in.
4) Fire Emblem
We’ve had a very basic confirmation that the Switch will indeed have a Fire Emblem game (not referencing Fire Emblem Warriors). However, this statement was made long ago, not too long after the Switch’s birth. Since then, several Nintendo Directs have passed, and no news has been shared about the project. I’m hoping Nintendo will go for a new game, like Fates or Awakening, and avoid another port, or at the very least bring a from-the-ground-up reboot of an older game.
Alongside these suggestions, of course Nintendo needs to do all they can to make the Switch more inviting to third-party developers. They need to force developers to think “Nintendo-only.” Many great third-party games yet to release for the Switch are also going to release for other platforms, and while this offers a great amount of choice to players, this can very well be bad for business to Nintendo. I’ve noticed this lack of Switch-only third-parties lately, and we all know it’s in fear of failing sales. If Nintendo makes their move now with more first-party releases, and some major system changes (I discuss those down further), they can reignite the hype and buzz the console had upon it’s first announcement. Such a rise in coverage would bolster sales, at least in theory, and make third-parties that aren’t just indies (hopefully) strive to create unique, exclusives for the console.
I mentioned needing a system overhaul earlier, and whether you agree or not, the system itself seems so…lacking. The 3DS is an amazing performer for Nintendo, just ask anyone. This system also has a unique, customizable and interactive software UI. The Switch? A choice between White or Black backgrounds, with some game tiles and a button to the eShop, Album, Settings and Controllers. While many may respect the simplicity, it just seems to barebones for a Nintendo system.
First and foremost, the lack of customizing makes it moot. White or Black are our options of Themes, yet there’s no Theme shop available like there is for the 3DS. I can’t make folders for certain apps, I can’t use a web browser, user profiles are lackluster. I personally think the Nintendo Switch’s UI is where it fails the most. It’s so boring and unimaginative that sometimes browsing your console is just, well, unbearable. I strongly believe Nintendo is hard at work on addressing such changes, but we can only hope it comes soon enough before the interest and lack of support fades from this very promising console.
What are your thoughts? Feel free to debate down in the comments section, or share what games and changes you want to see on the Nintendo Switch.
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