Square Enix’s Naoki Hamaguchi has again commented on game-key cards, and now directly spoke about why we wouldn’t be seeing Final Fantasy 7 Remake on Nintendo Switch 2 if they didn’t exist.
Despite some backlash, many publishers have been bringing out their titles as game-key cards. Final Fantasy 7 Remake was one instance of this, and it’ll be happening again with Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth – and almost certainly the series’ conclusion as well.
This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
1. [PS5] Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties – 58,171 / NEW
2. [NS2] Mario Tennis Fever – 39,522 / NEW
3. [NSW] Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined – 32,102 / 209,665
4. [NS2] Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined – 23,617 / 183,718
5. [PS5] Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties – 19,845 / NEW
6. [NS2] Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties – 15,988 / NEW
7. [PS5] Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined – 11,800 / 130,598
8. [PS5] Nioh 3 – 9,702 / 50,272
9. [NS2] Mario Kart World – 9,473 / 2,825,494
10. [NSW] Animal Crossing: New Horizons – 7,265 / 8,377,788
Opus Magnum, which initially had a strong reception on PC, has been announced for Nintendo Switch with a new Complete Edition. It’s due out on March 17, 2026.
Opus Magnum: Complete Edition is an open-ended puzzle game. The prequel De Re Metallica will be packed in.
Tons of details about the title can be found in the following overview:
As shared by Secret Mode and Lab42, we’ll be seeing A Storied Life: Tabitha on Nintendo Switch. Look for this one on April 14, 2026.
A Storied Life: Tabitha is a narrative-focused title. Throughout the game, you’ll complete a loved one’s damaged memoirs by exploring their home and packing away their things.
We have more information in the following overview:
Super Rare Originals and Inresin have set a release date for Gecko Gods, their upcoming puzzle platformer. We now have a release date of April 16, 2026.
Gecko Gods has been a bit of a long time coming. It was first announced for Nintendo Switch at the very end of 2022. While there was previously a delay, the game is now just a couple of months out.
If you missed the original announcement, read up on the following details:
February 4: Legendary publisher Acclaim, alongside developer Ridiculous Games, has announced its new game Gridbeat for Nintendo Switch. A release date hasn’t been set, but a demo is confirmed to launch later this month.
In Gridbeat, players take on the role of a hacker who has just broken into Knoss.OS, the most secure corporate network on the planet, and escaped with highly valuable data. Now trapped inside the sprawling digital maze of the Mainframe, every key press becomes a beat, and every movement a measure in a frantic fight for survival.
The demo features three difficulty options and is designed to help players sharpen their hacking skills before diving into Knoss.OS in the full game, which is scheduled to launch this spring.
Beat the Champions is in development for Nintendo Switch, Whiteboard Games and Purple Play announced today. It’s heading to the system in Q2 2026.
Beat the Champions is an intense arcade soccer (or football game). Rather than focusing on realism, the title features explosive matches powered by special abilities.
Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview:
Cleaning Up, the new game from Just Crow Things developer Unbound Creations, has been given its Nintendo Switch release date. The studio will launch the title on April 15, 2026.
Cleaning Up is a satisfying cozy cleaning game that we previously heard about last summer. However, this is the first time we’re hearing about launch timing.
Those that need a refresher on the game can check out the following overview:
Collector’s Cove will be getting a Nintendo Switch version, according to VoodooDuck. The developer is planning the game for March 12, 2026.
Collector’s Cove is a cozy collection adventure experience. In it, players cultivate a floating farm carried across the seas by a huggable dinosaur companion.
Further details can be found in the following rundown:
August 6: Today, Powerbomb Games unveiled Pro Jank Footy. The title will be releasing on Nintendo Switch sometime in 2026.
Pro Jank Footy, an over-the-top arcade comedy-sports game that can be played alone or with a friend. The game has over 200 power-ups, “absurd abilities”, and more.
Additional details can be found in the following overview:
