Nintendo Direct September 2023 Japan Exclusive Announcements

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Nintendo announced its Nintendo Direct for September 2023. Learn more about the games announced exclusively in the Nintendo Direct Japan, trailers, as well as the list of non-Japanese exclusive games.

Nintendo Direct Japan-Only Game Releases

Crayon Shin-chan Sumi no Machi no Shiro

Based on the popular anime series Crayon Shin-chan, players take control of the titular Shin-chan as he explores a mysterious coal mine town called Sumi no Machi no Shiro. The game features various mini-games, puzzles, and quests that Shin-chan must complete to progress through the story.

Survival Quiz City Festival Edition

Players need to choose the right answer or they will be forced to go to an action stage. If you can't reach the finish line, you will be eliminated. Play for free on October 12.

Dragon Quest Monsters 3: The Lost Prince

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince will have players become a Monster Wrangler to create their own army of monsters. Do you have what it takes? Dragon Quest Monsters on Nintendo Switch will be released on December 1, 2023.

Sangokushi 8 Remake

Players can choose to be a warlord and start from any era of the Three Kingdoms. Players can be a hero and run the country as you wish, or become a mediocre general to rise from the ranks.

Super Bomberman R 2

Super Bomberman R 2 is a multiplayer action-maze sequel of Super Bomberman R. The game features a new story mode where Bomberman and friends travel to different planets to stop threats.

Rose and Camellia - Gorgeous Edition

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Are you itching to slap someone? Rose and Camellia Gorgeous edition is a one-on-one slap fight anthology that features 30 characters where players can slap, dodge, feint and counter.

Infinity Rush: Dragon Quest Dai's Great Adventure

Based on the popular anime series Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai. Players take control of Dai and his friends as they battle the forces of evil. The game features fast-paced combat, a deep story and stunning visuals.

Ys X: Nordics

Ys X: Nordics is the 10th installment of the Ys Series. The game takes place immediately after the events of Ys II: ancient Ys Vanished - The Final Chapter featuring a 17-year-old Adol Christin on his way to Celceta. Adol encounters 2 factions, the Normans, powerful seafaring warriors and the Griegers, mysterious immortal beings that threaten the people of Oblea Bay.

Fate/Samurai Remnant

Samurai Remnant takes place in feudal Japan, as is implied by the title. Players will take on the role of Miyamoto Iori, a samurai who is the adopted son and student of Fate/Grand Order's Female Miyamoto Musashi. Fate/Samurai Remnant will come to Nintendo Switch on September 28, 2023.

Game of Life for Nintendo Switch

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The Game of Life is coming to Nintendo Switch on October 6, 2023. This classic game travels through a person's life, as it is aptly named, from early childhood to retirement. It is a great board game turned video game enjoyed by people of all ages.

RearSekai

RearSekai is an upcoming action RPG set in a world called Melvania where the protagonist visits the town of Ellentaros and interacts with its unique residents. The game features a double life system where the protagonist can switch between the fantasy world and reality.You can build relationships with the townspeople.

Sonic Superstars

Sonic Super Stars is a new 2D sidescrolling game that takes Sonic and his friends into 12 unique zones. Local co-op is available for up to 4 players for the first time in the series. Sonic Super Stars will be released in the Fall of 2023.

Frederica

Frederica, known as Silent Hope in the West, is an upcoming action RPG scheduled to be released for Nintendo Switch and PC on September 28, 2023 in Japan. In this game, a young woman named Frederica is tasked to restore the words of the world, explore dungeons, battle enemies, and solve puzzles to achieve her goal.

Fit Boxing Feat. Hatsune Miku: Exercise with Miku

Fit Boxing feat. Hatsune Miku combines two seemingly different worlds: the fitness-focused Fit Boxing series and virtual singing sensation Hatsune Miku. Players can now engage in boxing exercises guided by the iconic virtual singer.

Fitboxing Presents: HOP! STEP! DANCE!

Hop! Step! Dance is a dance simulation game where players have to follow the instructions of the coach to learn basic dance moves. The game features various songs to dance to, including popular Japanese songs and international hits.

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection is a collection of 3 classic Metal Gear games originally released on PS1 and PS2. These games include Metal Gear, Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake and Metal Gear Solid.

Headbangers Rhythm Royale

What's wrong with having 30 pigeons do music battles? Headbangers Rhythm Royale is a rhythm-based party game battle royale mix full of music-focused multiplayer mini-games. May the best pigeon win on October 31, 2023.

Fashion Dreamer

Fashion Dreamer is a fashion-themed life simulation where players take on a role of a fashion influencer to create their own clothing and accessories, interact with other players online and compete in fashion challenges. Fashion Dreamer will be available on Nintendo Switch on November 2, 2023.

Football Manager 2024 Touch

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Football Manager is a football management game where players take control of a football club and manage all aspects of its operation, from training and tactics to transfers and finances. It is scheduled to be released on November 7, 2023

Momotaro Electric Railway World

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In Momotaro Electric Railway World, players take on the role of a train company president in charge of building railways, developing stations, and attracting passengers to become the most successful company in the world. Momotaro Electric Company will come to Nintendo Switch on November 16, 2023.

Naruto x Boruto Ultimate Storm Connections

Jump into this fighting game crossover between Naruto and Boruto anime series. This game features over 130 playable characters including Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, Boruto Uzumaki and Kawaki.

Persona 5 Tactica

Persona 5 Tactica is coming to Xbox on November 17, 2023. This game is set in the same universe as the Persona 5 series, with additional characters battling against the Shadows threatening Tokyo. This game will be accessible through Nintendo Switch, Xbox Game Pass for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Otoge Katsu Geki Mametanuki no Buckel: Festival of Oracle Matsutaro

The Festival of Oracle Matsutaro is an action game featuring a young raccoon boy named Baqueru. He disguises himself as a human to travel through Japan and fight against festival corps that commit evil deeds with a taiko drum as his weapon. This game will be released for Nintendo Switch in Winter 2023.

Fae Farm

Fae Farm is a multiplayer-friendly Farm Sim RPG. You can craft, cultivate, and decorate to grow your homestead. Nurture your farm independently or with up to three players, travel through dungeons, infuse magic into almost everything, and unlock new areas around you. Fae Farm is coming to Nintendo Switch on September 8, 2023.

Star Ocean: The Second Story R

Star Ocean: The Second Story R is a RPG set in a futuristic universe. Players take control of Claude C. Kenni as he travels to the planet Eldeen to investigate a mysterious energy source.

Stray Children

Stray Children is a bittersweet fairytale developed by Onion Games. It follows a young boy who is sucked into a TV into a world inhabited only by children. This game features a turn-based combat system with emphasis on talking to enemies to avoid conflict. Stray Children will launch this winter.

Fushigi no Dungeon: Furai no Shiren 6

Fushigi no Dungeon: Furai no Shiren is a roguelike game developed by Chunsoft. Players take the role of a ronin, Shiren, who travels through 30 areas on his way to the Golden Condor. The game is turned-based, with all enemies and characters in the area moving whenever the player performs an action.

Other Nintendo Direct Japan Games

Available in Other Nintendo Directs

Below is a list of games that were announced at Nintendo Direct Japan that were also included in the Nintendo Direct America.

 ● Splatoon 3 Expansion Pass
 ● Mario vs Donkey Kong
 ● Prince of Persia
 ● Another Code: Recollection
 ● Princess Peach Showdown
 ● SaGa Emerald Beyond
 ● Battle Crush
 ● SPYxANYA: Operation Diary
 ● Detective Pikachu Returns
 ● Trombone Champ
 ● Unicorn Overlord
 ● Luigi's Mansion 2 HD
 ● F-Zero 99
 ● WarioWare: Move It!
 ● Dave the Diver
 ● Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
 ● Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Expansion Pass
 ● Paper Mario: Thousand-Years Door

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