Nintendo Direct June 2023 also revealed some games exclusively in the Japan show. Learn about the games you missed out on from the Japanese Nintendo Direct, their release dates, and previews.
Japan Nintendo Direct June 2023
Games at a Glance
The games announced during the Japanese June 2023 Nintendo Direct are listed below.
Announced Games
- Bomb Rush Cyberfunk - August 18, 2023
- Sea of Stars - August 30, 2023
- Fashion Dreamer - November 2, 2023
- Frederica - September 28, 2023
- Fate/Samurai Remnant - September 28, 2023
- Samba DE Amigo: Party Central - August 30, 2023
- Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster
- Otoge Katsu Geki Mametanuki No Buckel: Festival of Oracle Matsutaro - Winter 2023
- Game of Life for Nintendo Switch - October 6, 2023
- Momotaro Electric Railway World - November 16, 2023
- Disney Illusion Island ~Mickey & Friends' Mysterious Adventures~ - July 28, 2023
- Natsumon! Summer Vacation in the 20th Century - July 28, 2023
Nintendo Direct Japan-Only Game Releases
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk - August 18, 2023
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk is a skateboarding and graffiti video game set in a futuristic metropolis where players can explore the city, skate, and spray graffiti. This game is set to be released for the Nintendo Switch and PC on August 18, 2023.
Sea of Stars - August 30, 2023
Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG that will be released on August 30, 2023, for Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC. This game features a traditional turn-based combat system and various side quests, mini-games, and secrets to uncover.
Fashion Dreamer - November 2, 2023
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.
Frederica - September 28, 2023
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.
Fate/Samurai Remnant - September 28, 2023
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.
Samba DE Amigo: Party Central - August 30, 2023
Samba DE Amigo: Party Central is a rhythm game coming to Nintendo Switch on August 30, 2023. This game features 40 songs from various genres, including pop, rock, and electronic dance music.
Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster - September 14, 2023
These games are set in a universe where people use Magnus cards to cast spells and execute other acts. The unique fighting system in Baten Kaitos I and II combines turn-based strategy with real-time action. These games will be released on the Nintendo Switch on September 14, 2023.
Otoge Katsu Geki Mametanuki No Buckel: Festival of Oracle Matsutaro - Winter 2023
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.
Game of Life for Nintendo Switch - October 6, 2023
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.
Momotaro Electric Railway World - November 16, 2023
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.
Disney Illusion Island ~Mickey & Friends' Mysterious Adventures~ - July 28, 2023
The game is set on a beautiful yet mysterious island. It features a variety of biomes, intriguing characters, and hidden secrets. Players can explore the island solo or with up to three friends in a local co-op. Disney Illusion Island ~Mickey & Friends' Mysterious Adventures~ will be available for the Nintendo Switch on July 28, 2023.
Natsumon! Summer Vacation in the 20th Century - July 28, 2023
The game is set in the fictional town of Yomogi in the 20th century. Players take on the role of a young boy named Natsu, who is spending his summer vacation with his family. Natsumon! is a heartwarming adventure game that allows players to experience the nostalgia of summer vacation in the 20th century. Available for Nintendo Switch in Japan on July 28, 2023.
