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Nintendo

Platform(s): Game Boy Advance, GameCube, New Nintendo 2DS XL, New Nintendo 3DS XL, Nintendo 2DS, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Wii, WiiU, iOS
Genre: Hardware
Developer: Nintendo
Release Date: June 5, 2025

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Nintendo Download Thursday, August 7, 2025

by Rainier on Aug. 7, 2025 @ 8:45 a.m. PDT

With new ways to play and new ways to connect players, the Nintendo Switch 2 provides powerful new hardware, reimagined online capabilities and a broad range of games.

Nintendo Switch Online is a paid membership service that allows members to team up or face off online in compatible Nintendo Switch games, such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. Members also enjoy a curated library of NES and Super NES classic games, including Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Metroid and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, among many others. To find out more about the benefits that come with Nintendo Switch Online, to view membership options and to learn about a free seven-day trial for new users, visit here.

With a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership, players get access to even more benefits, including a library of Nintendo 64 games with newly added online play for up to four players (additional accessories may be required for multiplayer mode; sold separately), Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Happy Home Paradise DLC and retro SEGA Genesis games.

Note: Some demo versions do not support all game features, and players cannot save their in-game progress in demo versions. To enjoy the 3D effect of Nintendo 3DS software, you must experience it from the system itself. . Use Parental Controls to restrict 3D mode for children 6 and under.

Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch 2:

  • Chillin’ by the Fire – In this campfire simulation game, players can build and maintain campfires in a variety of different relaxing locales including the beach, forest and snowy mountain tops. Combat differing weather and climate and grow your campfire to Level 10 to advance. Gather up to four friends or family members together around the fire, online or via GameShare2. In a world that’s always rushing, slow down and reclaim the simple joy of just sitting around and watching a campfire grow with Chillin’ by the Fire – available for the Nintendo Switch 2 system now!
  • Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition – The timeless non-linear RPG adventure makes its triumphant return as a full remake, featuring English voiceovers, original and rearranged compositions by series composer Kenji Ito and much more. Choose your main character from several protagonists, defend your empire in strategic battles and experience a story that responds to your choices. Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is available for Nintendo Switch 2 now.

Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch:

Demos:

  • Drag x Drive: Global Jam– Nintendo is hosting a Drag x Drive: Global Jam demo event on Aug. 9 and 10! Nintendo Switch 2 players with Nintendo Switch Online memberships can download the demo and shoot hoops with friends for free during the following times: Aug. 9 from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m. PT, Aug. 9 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. PT and Aug. 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. PT. Practice your plays and tricks before the full Drag x Drivegame launches on Aug. 14 for Nintendo Switch 2! Want to try before you buy? Start a seven-day free trial3 of Nintendo Switch Online today!

Pre-orders:

  • EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 – Every game is a challenge on your path to becoming an NFL legend. Bring authenticity to your gameplay with years of NFL game data including next-level coaching, QB authenticity and explosive gameplay. Pre-order the Standard Edition today on Nintendo eShop and receive the MUT Cover Athlete Elite Player Item, Franchise Coach Ability Points and Super Star Legendary XP Boost. EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition is also available for pre-order, giving you up to seven days of early access, exclusive solo challenges and all items from the standard edition pre-order! Dominate the league when EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26 launches on Aug. 14 for Nintendo Switch 2.

Nintendo Music:

  • Pilot Swings – Are you ready to take flight? Get ready to soar as the soundtracks for PilotwingsPilotwings 64 and Pilotwings Resort glide onto Nintendo Music4, the smart-device app for Nintendo soundtracks! Keep yourself composed with the jazzy sounds of “The Flight Club,” “Birdman” and many more jet-setting tunes. For more info, visit: https://www.nintendo.com/us/switch/online/nintendo-switch-online/nintendo-music/.

Activities:

  • Animal Crossing: New Horizons Summer Journey Sweepstakes  Get ready for your next summer outing! Enter for a chance to win a pack of exclusive themed goodies from Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO with the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Summer Journey Sweepstakes5! This sweepstakes ends on Sept. 3 at 11 p.m. PT. For more information, visit https://my.nintendo.com/rewards/f1dc43fa033da0a6.

Nintendo eShop sales on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2:

  • Save on Multiplayer Games During the Play Together Sale! – Gather friends and family and share good times with games for the Nintendo Switch system! From now until Aug. 17 at 11:59 p.m. PT, find great deals on select multiplayer6 games when you shop on Nintendo.com or Nintendo eShop on your device. For more information and to view the full list of games, visit https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/sales-and-deals/play-together-sale/.

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