| Today's Indie World Showcase unveiled a broad variety of indie games across a multitude of genres and gameplay styles. These upcoming titles will launch for the Nintendo Switch 2 system, the Nintendo Switch system or both throughout 2026. | | The presentation featured many updates and reveals from independent publishing and development partners, including several titles available later today on My Nintendo Store and Nintendo eShop, such as Rotwood, a co-op action brawler where players must battle corrupted beasts with masterful deep combat; Minishoot' Adventures, an open-ended classic adventure that brings players on an incredible quest through a frantic, hand-drawn, twin-stick shoot-'em-up experience; and Blue Prince, where every door, every step, and every room you encounter presents a choice and mystery. All three games are available on Nintendo Switch 2, with Minishoot' Adventures also available on Nintendo Switch. | - Rotwood from Klei Entertainment: Choose your weapon, master a diverse combat system and refine your builds in this stylish side-scrolling co-op action brawler from Klei Entertainment, the studio behind Don't Starve. Battle corrupted beasts through dangerous forest arenas, and play solo or with up to three friends locally or online. Progress comes from increasing your skill as much as your loot, with challenging boss fights that demand practice and proficiency. Rotwood hacks and slashes onto Nintendo Switch 2 as a console exclusive … later today!
- Blue Prince from Dogubomb and Raw Fury: Welcome to Mt. Holly, a peculiar manor with ever-changing rooms. This genre-bending, DICE award-winning game is filled with mystery, strategy and puzzles that weave together with every room explored. Chart a path through chambers that harbor secrets and challenges to find the enigmatic Room 46. Be aware: The mansion resets every day, and every doorway becomes a new choice. Plus, smoothly navigate Mt. Holly with Joy-Con 2 mouse controls. Unravel the truth day by day, step by step and room by room. Make every step count when Blue Prince launches on Nintendo Switch 2 … later today!
- Blighted from Drinkbox Studios: Battle through a deadly, psychedelic Western nightmare to reclaim the memories of your people in this exploration-driven action RPG from the creators of Guacamelee! and Nobody Saves the World. The evil Sorcisto has consumed your village and infected the world with a deadly Blight. As the lone survivor of his rampage, you must fight through surreal, hostile environments to defeat powerful bosses and recover the memories of your people … before your own Blight overtakes you. Play solo or with a friend via local or online multiplayer, as you uncover the mysteries of this twisted world. Blightedcreeps onto Nintendo Switch 2 this fall.
- Minishoot' Adventures from SoulGame Studio: Fly into a frantic, handcrafted world with crisp, twin-stick, shoot-'em-up action in this modern twist on the classic 8-bit adventure formula. Fight your way from the shiny overworld to the deepest caves, improve your ship and overcome dungeon bosses in intense, bullet-filled battles to rescue your friends. Explore lush caverns, ancient temples and sunken cities where each environment is full of treasures, challenges and secrets. Minishoot' Adventures flies onto Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch … later today!
- Deadzone: Rogue from Prophecy Games: Step into a forsaken space station in this fast-paced roguelike shooter where every run is a heated fight for survival, solo or with friends online2. Battle through shifting, procedurally generated corridors overrun with biomechanical creatures. Scavenge and combine experimental weaponry to grow stronger and evolve with every encounter. Harness powerful gear, wield the elements in high intensity combat and push deeper into the station's heart to uncover secrets. Plus, use Joy-Con 2 mouse controls for smooth loot and shoot action. Fight, revive, adapt and carve your own path through the void – can you survive long enough to conquer the Deadzone? Deadzone: Rogue emerges from the void on the Nintendo Switch 2 system March 17. Pre-order is available today.
- Denshattack! from Fireshine Games: Travel across a colorful dystopian Japan in this off-the-rails extreme action-adventure platformer game. Flip, trick and grind a fast-paced train while racking up points and facing off against bizarre bosses. Take back the tracks with nothing but skill, speed and style as you ollie and kickflip through volcanoes, meadows and oceans. Plus, play the free demo on Nintendo Switch 2 later today. Denshattack! launches on Nintendo Switch 2 June 17. Purchase the game when it launches to get an exclusive train skin.
- Mixtape from Beethoven and Dinosaur and Annapurna Interactive: From the developers of BAFTA award-winning game The Artful Escape, Mixtape unfolds in a narrative-driven adventure of three friends exploring the greatest hits of their teenage experience, from the first kiss to the last dance. Inspired by classic coming-of-age movies and featuring eclectic gameplay and a varied soundtrack of popular music from artists including DEVO, The Smashing Pumpkins and more. Mixtape spins up on Nintendo Switch 2 May 7.
- My Little Puppy from Dreamotion Inc.: One day in doggy heaven, a Welsh Corgi named Bong-gu catches a whiff of his human dad in the afterlife. Sniff, bark, run and jump as you embark on a touching narrative adventure as Bong-gu to reunite with his dearly departed dad in a story of relationships, farewells and reunions. My Little Puppy bounds its way onto Nintendo Switch digitally May 29, with a physical version available in June. The Nintendo Switch version features costume customization for Bong-gu. Dress him up with cute and goofy costumes and take his charm to the next level!
- Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault from Digital Sun and 11 bit studios: Live the double life of a fearless adventurer and a crafty merchant! Dive into vibrant dimensions brimming with shiny loot and pesky enemies. Each run becomes a tactical puzzle of how much loot you can carry back and how far you dare to explore. After each escapade, put your hard-earned treasure on sale. Set your prices, grow your shop, entice returning customers and make your mark among a ragtag community of castaways. Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault opens shop on Nintendo Switch 2 this year.
- Woodo from Tiny Monks Tales and Daedalic Entertainment: Welcome to Woodo, a cozy puzzle game where you assemble wooden scenes piece by piece like a 3D coloring book. Place objects in their correct spots and watch each scene slowly fill with color and life, revealing charming animations and small surprises through handcrafted dioramas. Play at your own pace while the narrator's voice keeps you company as you settle into a world that comes together one piece at a time. The Nintendo Switch 2 version also supports Joy-Con 2 mouse controls for smooth gameplay. Woodo slots onto Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch this summer.
- Heave Ho 2 from Le Cartel Studio and Devolver Digital: Swing into action, reach out and offer your friends a helping hand … or lose your grip and send them tumbling to the deadly void below in this fiendish online and local multiplayer game for up to four players. Grab your pals and play couch co-op together, or play locally and online with GameShare. Explore new gameplay twists, from weightless space to cookery chaos and much more across eight themed worlds. Heave Ho 2 launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch this summer.
- The Midnight Walk from MoonHood and Fast Travel Games: From the makers of Lost in Random and Fe comes the award-winning dark fantasy adventure built entirely in real life clay and animated in a stop motion style. Become The Burnt One, befriend a lost lantern creature named Potboy, and use his flame to light your way through a handcrafted world of wonder and horror. The Midnight Walk launches on Nintendo Switch 2 March 26.
| In addition to the titles listed above, the presentation featured a montage of even more games in the pipeline for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems, including: | - Outbound from Square Glade Games and Silver Lining Interactive: Turn an empty camper van into the home of your dreams in this cozy, off-the-grid exploration game. Play solo or in online multiplayer that supports up to four players and craft workstations, gather energy from natural sources, upgrade and customize your vehicle, grow crops and explore a colorful world. Outbound rolls onto Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch April 23. Play a free demo later today!
- Unrailed 2: Back on Track from Indoor Astronaut: The chaotic co-op railroad builder returns, bigger and wilder than ever. Work together in online multiplayer to gather resources, craft tracks and guide a constantly moving train without letting it derail. Unrailed 2: Back on Trackpulls into the station on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch this May. Play the free Nintendo Switch demo today!
- TOEM 2 from Something We Made: Set off on a new photo adventure, spurred on by your awakened passion for discovering and photographing mysterious "events" known as TOEMs. Jump and climb across new regions, lend a hand to new faces and create lasting friendships along the way. TOEM 2 launches on Nintendo Switch this summer.
- Ratatan: from Ratata Arts Co. Ltd and Game Source Entertainment: Command over 100 unique characters in this rhythm roguelike action game that blends musical timing with side-scrolling combat. Play solo, or in local and online multiplayer for up to four players. Ride the rhythm when Ratatan launches on Nintendo Switch 2 July 16.
- inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories from Nagai Industries and Beep Japan: Step into the quiet glow of a late-night konbini (convenience store) set in a 1990s town inspired by Japan, and discover the hidden joy in daily routines. Stock shelves, explore the colorful neighborhood, and meet charming customers with stories of their own that you can help shape. inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch April 30.
- Grave Seasons from Perfect Garbage and Blumhouse Games: Establish your new farming life and embed yourself in an idyllic town with some seriously unsettling vibes. Your peaceful life is put at risk when you discover someone in town is a supernatural serial killer. Grave Seasons launches on Nintendo Switch this summer.
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