Nintendo just detailed their heavy-hitting lineup of Switch games coming in 2019 - Here they all are

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Nintendo just detailed their heavy-hitting lineup of Switch games coming in 2019 - Here they all are

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Nintendo has remastered "The Legend of Zelda Link's Awakening" for the Switch.

  • Nintendo showed off more than two-dozen upcoming Switch games during a 36-minute "Nintendo Direct" presentation that included newly revealed games and unreleased footage.
  • The Switch is Nintendo's fastest-selling console in the last decade, inspiring more third-party developers to bring their games to the portable device.
  • The Nintendo Direct presentation focused on the lineup of games arriving through the summer of 2019, so there could be more new games announced during the year.

During a Wednesday video presentation, Nintendo showed off more than 25 games coming to the Nintendo Switch in 2019, including new "Super Mario" and "Legend of Zelda" titles.

Most of the games in the presentation are scheduled to arrive on the Switch prior to Summer 2019, meaning their could be more unannounced titles on the way by time the holiday season arrives.

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Nintendo also provided updates on existing hits like "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate," and "Captain Toad Treasure Tracker," both of which will receive new downloadable content in March.

The Switch is Nintendo's fastest-selling console in the last decade, with more than 30 million units shipped worldwide since its launch in March 2017. The growing userbase has inspired more third-party developers to bring their games to the portable device. Switch owners can look forward to a number of high profile games arriving from other consoles, from the classic "Final Fantasy VII" to critically acclaimed "Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice."

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Here are all of the upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch:

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"Yoshi's Crafted World" is Nintendo's next big Switch release, and the company is now offering a free demo of the first stage ahead of the game's March 29th release date.

"Yoshi's Crafted World" is Nintendo's next big Switch release, and the company is now offering a free demo of the first stage ahead of the game's March 29th release date.

Nintendo will remaster "The Legend of Zelda Links Awakening," a Game Boy classic, for the Switch this year. This includes a complete overhaul of the game's visual style and aesthetics.

Nintendo will remaster "The Legend of Zelda Links Awakening," a Game Boy classic, for the Switch this year. This includes a complete overhaul of the game's visual style and aesthetics.
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Due out in June, "Super Mario Maker 2" is a follow up to the hit Wii U and 3DS game allowing players to build their own "Super Mario" stages.

Due out in June, "Super Mario Maker 2" is a follow up to the hit Wii U and 3DS game allowing players to build their own "Super Mario" stages.

"Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order" is a Switch exclusive coming this summer. Up to four players can play together on a single Switch, separate devices, or online.

"Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order" is a Switch exclusive coming this summer. Up to four players can play together on a single Switch, separate devices, or online.
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The next big update to "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate" will add Joker from 'Persona 5' in March. Players must purchase the game's challenger packs to access new fighters.

The next big update to "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate" will add Joker from 'Persona 5' in March. Players must purchase the game's challenger packs to access new fighters.

A free update to "Captain Toad Treasure Tracker" will turn every stage into a two-player adventure. A second paid update coming on March 14th will add five new courses to the game, along with new challenges.

A free update to "Captain Toad Treasure Tracker" will turn every stage into a two-player adventure. A second paid update coming on March 14th will add five new courses to the game, along with new challenges.
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"Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night" is a side-scrolling adventure game from the creator of the classic "Castlevania" franchise. The game is coming to Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Steam later this summer.

"Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night" is a side-scrolling adventure game from the creator of the classic "Castlevania" franchise. The game is coming to Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Steam later this summer.

Launching on Switch and PlayStation 4 this summer, "Dragon Quest Builders 2" mixes the gameplay of "Minecraft" with the style of "Dragon Quest," a classic series of Japanese roleplaying games.

Launching on Switch and PlayStation 4 this summer, "Dragon Quest Builders 2" mixes the gameplay of "Minecraft" with the style of "Dragon Quest," a classic series of Japanese roleplaying games.
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The latest game in the Dragon Quest franchise is also coming to the Switch; "Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age Definitive Edition" adds new content to the lengthy RPG, bringing nearly 100 hours worth of content into a portable package this fall.

The latest game in the Dragon Quest franchise is also coming to the Switch; "Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age Definitive Edition" adds new content to the lengthy RPG, bringing nearly 100 hours worth of content into a portable package this fall.

"Disney Tsum Tsum Festival" is a collection of mini-games focusing on Disney's line of Tsum Tsum stuffed toys.

"Disney Tsum Tsum Festival" is a collection of mini-games focusing on Disney's line of Tsum Tsum stuffed toys.
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The full Star Fox team will join "Starlink: Battle for Atlas" in a Switch-exclusive Spring update, players can choose between pilots "Falco Lombardi," "Peppy Hare," and "Slippy Toad" to take on special missions designed for the team.

The full Star Fox team will join "Starlink: Battle for Atlas" in a Switch-exclusive Spring update, players can choose between pilots "Falco Lombardi," "Peppy Hare," and "Slippy Toad" to take on special missions designed for the team.

Nintendo confirmed that fan-favorite RPG series "Rune Factory 5" is currently in development. An upgraded version of its predecessor, "Rune Factory 4 Special," will arrive on the Switch later this year.

Nintendo confirmed that fan-favorite RPG series "Rune Factory 5" is currently in development. An upgraded version of its predecessor, "Rune Factory 4 Special," will arrive on the Switch later this year.
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"Oninaki" is a single-player action RPG that calls on players to vanquish monsters and rescue lost souls. Rescued souls add new combat abilities, and the player will gain strength over time. The game is also due for a summer release.

"Oninaki" is a single-player action RPG that calls on players to vanquish monsters and rescue lost souls. Rescued souls add new combat abilities, and the player will gain strength over time. The game is also due for a summer release.

"Fire Emblem Three Houses" is the latest entry in Nintendo's popular series of strategy games. The player takes on the role of a military tactician and must choose to fight alongside one of three houses. The player will develop their soldiers and build an army to battle against the other houses; the story will focus on whichever faction you choose.

"Fire Emblem Three Houses" is the latest entry in Nintendo's popular series of strategy games. The player takes on the role of a military tactician and must choose to fight alongside one of three houses. The player will develop their soldiers and build an army to battle against the other houses; the story will focus on whichever faction you choose.
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"Tetris 99" is a new take on the classic puzzle game, pitting 99 players against each other during online matches. It was released for free during the presentation.

"Tetris 99" is a new take on the classic puzzle game, pitting 99 players against each other during online matches. It was released for free during the presentation.

Horror survival game "Dead by Daylight" will arrive on the Switch later this fall. When playing the online game, one player takes on the role of a killer, while four other players attempt to escape the area alive.

Horror survival game "Dead by Daylight" will arrive on the Switch later this fall. When playing the online game, one player takes on the role of a killer, while four other players attempt to escape the area alive.
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"Deltarune Rune: Chapter 1," the follow up to the indie smash hit "Undertale," will be released for free on the Switch on February 28th. Like "Undertale," the game is an homage to the 8-bit games released on the original Nintendo console.

"Deltarune Rune: Chapter 1," the follow up to the indie smash hit "Undertale," will be released for free on the Switch on February 28th. Like "Undertale," the game is an homage to the 8-bit games released on the original Nintendo console.

Nintendo released a playable demo for the upcoming robot combat game "Daemon x Machina." The demo is called "Prototype Missions" and is about an hour long. The full game is due out later this year.

Nintendo released a playable demo for the upcoming robot combat game "Daemon x Machina." The demo is called "Prototype Missions" and is about an hour long. The full game is due out later this year.
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Realistic racing simulator "GRID Autosport" will arrive on the Switch this summer with 100 different cars and 100 courses to choose from.

Realistic racing simulator "GRID Autosport" will arrive on the Switch this summer with 100 different cars and 100 courses to choose from.

"Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice," a hack-and-slash horror game is set to release on the Switch this Spring. The game received critical acclaim when it was first released for PC and PlayStation 4 in 2017.

"Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice," a hack-and-slash horror game is set to release on the Switch this Spring. The game received critical acclaim when it was first released for PC and PlayStation 4 in 2017.
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Violent brawler "Mortal Kombat 11" will hit PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch on April 23rd.

Violent brawler "Mortal Kombat 11" will hit PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch on April 23rd.

"Unravel 2," a popular two-player platforming game, will see its Switch debut on March 22nd.

"Unravel 2," a popular two-player platforming game, will see its Switch debut on March 22nd.
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"Assassin's Creed 3 Remastered" is coming to the Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on May 21.

"Assassin's Creed 3 Remastered" is coming to the Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on May 21.

Nintendo announced a surprise release of "Final Fantasy IX" for the Switch, with another fan favorite, "Final Fantasy VII" coming on March 26th. A third final fantasy-related game, "Chochobo Mystery Dungeon EVERY BUDDY!" will be released on March 20th.

Nintendo announced a surprise release of "Final Fantasy IX" for the Switch, with another fan favorite, "Final Fantasy VII" coming on March 26th. A third final fantasy-related game, "Chochobo Mystery Dungeon EVERY BUDDY!" will be released on March 20th.
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"Astral Chain" is a new action title from PlatinumGames, a developer known for their innovative combat systems. Players will choose between two playable characters and play through an anime sci-fi story. Astral Chain will be out on August 30th.

"Astral Chain" is a new action title from PlatinumGames, a developer known for their innovative combat systems. Players will choose between two playable characters and play through an anime sci-fi story. Astral Chain will be out on August 30th.

Here's Nintendo's full 36-minute presentation with more details on the games coming to Switch later this year.

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