A flurry of game releases hit consoles and PC this week, including several titles launching on the newly released Nintendo Switch 2. saw the arrival of Ren & Stimpy Happy, Happy, Joy, Joy Collection and Ys X: Proud Nordics across PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. Ys X: Proud Nordics marks the first US release of the action RPG.
Alongside these larger titles, a diverse range of games debuted on . Demon Tides, an open-world platformer, launched on PC and Nintendo Switch, though a Nintendo Switch release date was not fully determined at the time of publication. Gear.Club Unlimited 3 arrived on Nintendo Switch, with releases on other consoles slated for later in . Co-op horror fans received KLETKA, which exited Early Access on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. Also released were Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse (PC, Nintendo Switch, Mobile), Showgunners (PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One), and Styx: Blades of Greed (PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S).
The release of Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown, a survival/strategy game for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, was followed by Aerial_Knight’s Dropshot (PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S) and Avowed (PlayStation 5) on . Calamity Angels: Special Delivery also launched on for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch, marking its first US release. Rounding out the releases were Norse: Oath of Blood (PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S – console versions slated for spring ) and the Nintendo Switch 2 edition of Subnautica.
The release schedule extends back to , with High on Life 2 (PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 version arriving April 20th), Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition (PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch), Reanimal (PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2), Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S), and BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch). ChromaGun 2: Dye Hard (PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2) followed on .
The launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 is a significant event for the gaming landscape. While Nintendo has not released detailed specifications, the arrival of titles optimized for the new hardware, such as the Nintendo Switch 2 edition of Subnautica and High on Life 2, signals a new generation of gaming on Nintendo platforms. The Switch 2’s launch is expected to drive adoption and provide developers with a new target for graphically demanding titles.
The variety of genres represented in these releases highlights the breadth of the current gaming market. From action RPGs like Ys X: Proud Nordics and Avowed to co-op horror experiences like KLETKA and strategy titles like Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown, there’s a game for nearly every preference. The inclusion of remasters and anniversary editions, such as Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition, also demonstrates a continued interest in revisiting classic titles.
Several upcoming titles were also mentioned in broader release schedules. IGN lists Fadeland: Fight Clubs, Pax Autocratica, and Tearscape all slated for , . Further releases are scheduled throughout , including Sid Meier’s Civilization VII on and PGA Tour 2K25 on . GamesRadar+ also lists several titles with release dates throughout the year, including Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered on .
The consistent stream of new releases underscores the dynamic nature of the video game industry. The availability of these titles across multiple platforms – PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch – provides gamers with a wide range of options and ensures accessibility. The Nintendo Switch 2’s arrival adds another layer to this ecosystem, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape and driving innovation in game development.
