Nintendo Direct June 2024 revealed a lineup of games coming exclusively to Japan. Learn about the games you missed out on from the Japanese Nintendo Direct, their release dates, and previews.
Japanese Nintendo Direct February 2024
Games at a Glance
Nintendo Switch Japan-Exclusives
● Butto Bird
● Kamaitachi no Yoru 3
● Eggy Party
Other Game Announcements
● Dragon Saikyou-ou Zukan Battle Colosseum
● The Star Named EOS
● MACHI KORO With Everyone
● Gundam Breaker 4
● List of More Games
Nintendo Direct Spotlight (Also Announced for US)
● Mario & Luigi: Brothership
● Nintendo World Championships NES Edition
● Lego Horizon Adventures
● Fantasian: Neo Dimension
● Metal Slug Attack Reloaded
● Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game
● Luigi Mansion 2 HD
● Farmagia
● Romancing SaGa Revenge of the Seven
● Metroid Prime 4 Beyond
You can check out more games and what's been announced at the Nintedo Direct June 2024 by clicking the link below!
Nintendo Switch Japan-Exclusives
Butto Bird
Butto Bird is an action aerial battle game by LOCOBIT and Shogakukan. Players take control of ballistic birds equipped with powerful jetpacks and a variety of guns. The game features a range of projectile weapons from LMGs to rocket launchers. The game features simple controls for flying and gunning that cater to both beginners and advanced players. Up to 4 players can join the fast-paced action, whether playing locally or competing online.
Battle across a variety of sky-themed arenas, each with unique obstacles and strategic elements, and choose from a loadout of weapons and upgrades to build your bird. Butto Bird is now available on the eShop for 990 Yen.
Kamaitachi no Yoru 3
Kamaitachi no Yoru 3 is a text adventure game that features a rich narrative experience complemented by background images and sound, and weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue. In this game, choices shape the game's story as well as the fate of the characters, the narrative branches based on the decisions you make, leading to multiple endings.
. The story unfolds on Mikazuki Island, a location with a dark and horrific past that has earned it the nickname Prison Island. Seiichi Kayama has purchased the island and begun rebuilding Mikazukikan to commemorate the victims of a previous murder. In response to his call, those involved in the original incident return to Mikazuki Island, only to find themselves entangled in a new series of tragic events. For those new to the series, Kamaitachi no Yoru 3 is a perfect entry point. It includes the main stories of the original Kamaitachi no Yoru and its sequel, Kamaitachi no Yoru 2.
Kamaitachi no Yoru 3 is available for the Switch, PC (Steam), and PS4 starting September 19, 2024, and goes for 3,960 Yen.
● Kamaitachi no Yoru 3 official website
Eggy Party
Eggy Party is a battle royale party game from NetEase that blends gameplay elements of parkour, hide and seek, and social deduction games a.k.a werewolf killing. In Eggy Party, players take on the role of a charming, sphere-shaped character called an "Eggy." These adorable Eggies come equipped with unique skills that players can use in the game’s various challenges and modes. The game also supports uploading users' original content. Players can create and upload their own levels, challenges, and game modes.
Eggy Party, currently available on mobile, comes to the Switch and e-Shop on July 19, 2024.
Other Game Announcements
Dragon Saikyou-ou Zukan Battle Colosseum
In this game, players will summon, train, and command an army dragons, each with unique abilities and attributes, to compete in the prestigious Dragon King championship. Each dragon has stats and attributes that can be leveled up, namely: stamina, attack, defense, speed, hit rate, and evasion. The game features a total of 48 types of dragons including 24 Unique Dragons, each with its distinct body configurations, as well as their respective mutants or variant.
Dragon Saikyou-ou Zukan Battle Colosseum launches on the Switch on July 4, 2024, priced at 6,380 Yen.
● Dragon Saikyou-ou Zukan Battle Colosseum eShop page
The Star Named EOS
The Star Named EOS is a story-rich puzzle adventure game that weaves photography with an enthralling narrative. Players step into the shoes of Dei, a young photographer on a quest to uncover the truth behind his family's mysteries. As Dei, players will recreate the compositions of past photos to piece together clues and uncover hidden truths. Each photograph serves as a puzzle, where players must analyze and replicate scenes to progress in their journey.
The Star Named EOS releases for the Switch on July 30, 2024.
● The Star Named EOS on e-Shop
MACHI KORO With Everyone
MACHI KORO With Everyone is a digital rendition of the popular board game collection, Machi Koro, a nominee for the Spiel des Jahres in the German Game of the Year Award in 2015. The digital board game combines all two versions of the board game; the original “Machi Koro” and the latest “Machi Koro 2.”
The game releases for the Switch and PC in July 5, 2024.
● MACHI KORO With Everyone on eShop
Gundam Breaker 4
The ultimate Gunpla experience is coming to Gundam Breaker 4. This newest installment in the Gundam Breaker series lets players create and customize their own powerful Gunpla, and then put their creations to the test in thrilling combat missions. Choose from over 250 base kits and mix and match their parts to construct your ideal Gunpla. Take your custom-built Gunpla into a variety of combat missions. Whether you're battling tough AI opponents in single-player mode or competing against other players online, each mission offers a chance to prove your skills.
More Games
● Reynatis
● World of Goo 2
● One Piece Odyssey Deluxe Edition
● Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble
● Ninja Slayer Neo-Saitama in Flames
● Battle Crush
● Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown
● The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki 2
● Powerful Pro Baseball 2024-2025
● Bou to Tsukiyo no Aoi Hana (ボウと月夜の碧い花)
● Kamuchun City Concerto
● Uma Musume Pretty Derby
● Natsumon! 20th Century Summer Vacation Sunset Island and Radio Station
● That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Tempest Stories
Nintendo Direct Spotlight (Also Announced for US)
● Mario & Luigi: Brothership – November 7, 2024
● Nintendo World Championships NES Edition – July 18, 2024
● Lego Horizon Adventures – Winter 2024
● Fantasian: Neo Dimension – Winter 2024
● Metal Slug Attack Reloaded – Available Now!
● Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game – Winter 2024
● Luigi Mansion 2 HD – June 27, 2024
● Farmagia - November 1, 2024
● Romancing SaGa Revenge of the Seven – October 24, 2024
● Metroid Prime 4 Beyond – 2025
Premiered June 18, 2024 at 7 a.m. PT /10 a.m. ET
Nintendo Direct featured a separate announcement for homeland Japan, showcasing Switch titles launching in 2024. The Japanese Nintendo Direct June 2024 can be viewed on Nintendo's official YouTube account.
| Region | Local Release Time |
|---|---|
| United States (EDT) | Jun 18, 10:00 a.m. |
| United States (PDT) | Jun 18, 7:00 a.m. |
| United Kingdom | Jun 18, 3:00 p.m. |
| New Zealand | Jun 19, 3:00 a.m. |
| Australian East Coast | Jun 19, 1:00 a.m. |
| Australian West Coast | Jun 18, 10:00 p.m. |
| Japan | Jun 18, 11:00 p.m. |
| Philippines | Jun 18, 10:00 p.m. |
| South Africa | Jun 18, 4:00 p.m. |
| Brazil | Jun 18, 11:00 a.m. |
