Nintendo Direct June 2023 has revealed the lineup of games for the upcoming fiscal year, including Super Mario RPG. Star Ocean 2, Sonic Superstars, and others. Find out more information about the games' release dates and previews.
Nintendo Direct June 2023
Games at a Glance
Listed below are the games that Nintendo announced in the June 2023 Nintendo Direct and their release dates.
Announced Games
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder - October 20, 2023
- Super Mario RPG - November 17, 2023
- Sonic Superstars - Fall 2023
- WarioWare: Move It! - November 6, 2023
- Star Ocean 2 - November 3, 2023
- Pikmin 4 - July 21, 2023
- Persona 5 Tactica - November 17, 2023
- Silent Hope - October 3, 2023
- Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince - December 1, 2023
- Mythforce - 2023
- Palia - Holiday 2023
- Just Dance 2024 - October 24, 2023
- Vampire Survivors - August 17, 2023
- Detective Pikachu Returns - October 6, 2023
- Penny's Big Breakaway - Early 2024
- Fae Farm - September 8, 2023
- Headbangers Rhythm Royale - October 31, 2023
- Gloomhaven - September 18, 2023
- Manic Mechanics - July 13, 2023
- Hot Wheels Unleased 2 - Turbocharged - October 19, 2023
Nintendo Direct Game Release
Super Mario Bros. Wonder - October 20, 2023
Super Mario Bros. Wonder is the newest 2D Mario to be released on Switch on October 20, 2023. The trailer showed gameplay, as well as new power-ups and new elements such as the Wonderseed, which modifies the scenery. Mario, Yoshi, Princess Peach, Princess Daisy, Toad, Mario, and Luigi will all be playable characters in Super Mario Bros. Wonder.
Super Mario RPG - November 17, 2023
Super Mario RPG Remake retains the original's combination of exploration and turn-based gameplay, where players control Mario and a party of other characters as they explore the Mushroom Kingdom and battle enemies. Super Mario RPG will be released on November 17, 2023.
Sonic Superstars - Fall 2023
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.
WarioWare: Move It! - November 6, 2023
WarioWare: Move It! shows the different kinds of minigames players can play in a party of 4. The microgames are so swift that they can be done in seconds. How the players move depends on the microgame. WarioWare: Move It! will be available on November 3, 2023.
Star Ocean 2 - November 3, 2023
In this science-fantasy RPG, players can select either Claude or Rena as their heroes and play through the story from their perspectives. There will be many potential allies from all walks of life. Make your choices carefully, as they will impact the story. Battles happen in real-time, with skills and attacks able to be performed with a single button. Star Ocean 2 will be released on November 3, 2023.
Pikmin 4 - July 21, 2023
We see new updates with Pikmin 4 as it introduces the Glow Pikmin. Now you can venture at night! Pikmin 4 will be released on Nintendo Switch on July 21, 2023.
Persona 5 Tactica - November 17, 2023
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.
Silent Hope - October 3, 2023
Explore the abyss with seven worldless warriors with unique abilities and fighting styles. Bring home treasures to upgrade your equipment, and eventually find the King that took their town's words away. Silent Hope will be released on October 3, 2023, on the Nintendo Switch.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince - December 1, 2023
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.
Mythforce - 2023
MythForce, a new roguelike adventure that draws inspiration from famous Saturday morning cartoons, combines swords & sorcery with riveting first-person combat.
Palia - Holiday 2023
Palia is a free-to-play adventure sim where you can build houses, farm, play with residents in co-op, or play solo. Set off on an adventure to uncover the mysteries of Palia. This game is available in the Holiday of 2023.
Just Dance 2024 - October 24, 2023
Ubisoft releases its newest Just Dance installment with 40 new songs, universes, chart-topping hits, and original songs. Dance to Miley Cyrus Flowers and many more. Just Dance 2024 will come to Nintendo Switch on October 24, 2023.
Vampire Survivors - August 17, 2023
Can you survive for 30 minutes? Players can choose from several characters to mow down hordes of enemies across various stages. Vampire Survivors is coming to Nintendo Switch on August 17, 2023.
Detective Pikachu Returns - October 6, 2023
Return to Nintendo Switch with a coffee-loving Pikachu and many mysteries to solve. Detective Pikachu Returns will be released on October 6, 2023.
Penny's Big Breakaway - Early 2024
In this 3D platforming adventure, players need to help Penny and Yo-Yo escape the clutches of Emperor Eddie. Penny's Big Breakaway will be coming to Nintendo Switch in early 2024.
Fae Farm - September 8, 2023
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.
Headbangers Rhythm Royale - October 31, 2023
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.
Gloomhaven - September 18, 2023
Gloomhaven is a turn-based tactical RPG based on the board game of the same name. Players can explore cursed dungeons, delve into forgotten ruins, and make morally dubious contracts. This game is coming to the Nintendo Switch on September 18, 2023.
Manic Mechanics - July 13, 2023
Manic Mechanics remind us of Overcooked, but with cars. It is a chaotic co-op game where you and your friends set up shop in the car-crazy town of Octane Isle, and chaos ensues. Manic Mechanics is coming to Nintendo Switch on July 13, 2023.
Hot Wheels Unleased 2 - Turbocharged - October 19, 2023
Hot Wheels Unleased 2 brings out more vehicles, skills, and fun, coming to Nintendo Switch on October 19, 2023.