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- Starfield for Nintendo Switch 2 may be in development, but its release is uncertain due to development struggles.
- Bethesda is releasing ports of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Oblivion Remastered, and a native version of Skyrim on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.
- A new installment in the Rhythm Heaven series, titled Starfield Groove, is in development for Nintendo Switch 2, but its release is also uncertain.
- FromSoftware is developing The Duskbloods, a PvPvE action game set in a dark, gothic, Victorian-era setting, which will be a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive scheduled for release in 2026. This game may be a spiritual successor to Bloodborne.
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Bethesda has announced several games for the Nintendo Switch 2, though Starfield, one of the studio’s most ambitious titles, is not among them. While Fallout 4 and a native version of Skyrim are already in development for the console, Bethesda is also preparing ports of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Oblivion Remastered, both scheduled for 2026. Also in development is Starfield Groove, a new installment in the Rhythm Heaven series, which has been dormant since 2015. However, development of Starfield Groove is facing challenges, casting doubt on its release. NateTheHate, a reliable source who first reported on Starfield for PS5, reports that Bethesda is working on a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Starfield, but its release is uncertain. Separately, the release of Borderlands 4 on the Nintendo Switch 2 has been delayed to allow the developers more time for development and polishing. A new release date has not yet been announced. FromSoftware is developing The Duskbloods, a brand-new title scheduled for release in 2026 as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive. This game will focus on player-versus-player-versus-environment (PvPvE) action, emphasizing online multiplayer gameplay within a dark, gothic, Victorian-era setting. The Duskbloods may be a spiritual successor to Bloodborne.
Nintendo Switch 2’s Uncertain Starfield Release amid Development Struggles
When asked on X whether Starfield will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2, NateTheHate reiterated that a version is in production, but its troubled development makes its release uncertain. These announcements and updates provide a glimpse into the games expected to arrive on the Nintendo Switch 2 in the coming years.
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In other gaming news, Carlos Mendoza has an exclusive reveal for Xbox Game Pass enthusiasts that you won’t want to miss. His latest post, “Xbox Game Pass May Soon Receive One of the Biggest RPGs in Recent Years”, published just yesterday, teases a promising addition to the service that’s sure to pique your interest Xbox Game Pass May Soon Receive One of the Biggest RPGs in Recent Years. Meanwhile, Marcus Thompson delves into the gaming community’s reaction to Space Marine 2 in his recent piece, “Nearly Flawless Journey of Space Marine 2 Faces First Major Setback”. Published on March 2nd, Thompson explores how Chapter Voice Pack 1 DLC has sparked significant backlash from players concerned about immersion and gameplay disruption. Head over to join the conversation Nearly Flawless Journey of Space Marine 2 Faces First Major Setback. In an unexpected twist, Sophie Laurent reveals in her latest post from March 2nd that Bethesda’s Starfield is set to grace European PlayStation 5 shelves within weeks. Rumored to be priced at €49.99 for the standard edition and €69.99 for the Premium Edition on April 7th, this ambitious Xbox game is making waves beyond its exclusivity. Get the scoop on this timely leak by Billbil-kun in Sophie’s insightful article Ambitious Xbox Game for PlayStation 5.
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| Official Name | Perfect Dark |
| Brief Summary | Perfect Dark is a first-person shooter video game developed by Rare and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64 video game console. It is considered the spiritual successor to Rare's earlier first-person shooter GoldenEye 007, with which it shares many gameplay features. Perfect Dark was first released in North America on 22 May 2000; PAL and NTSC-J releases followed soon afterwards. A separate Game Boy Color game, also titled Perfect Dark, was released in August 2000 as a supplement to the game and allows certain features within the Nintendo 64 game to alternatively be unlocked via a Transfer Pak.
The game features a single-player mode consisting of 17 main missions in which the player assumes the role of Carrington Institute agent Joanna Dark as she attempts to stop a conspiracy by rival corporation dataDyne. It also features a range of multiplayer options, including a co-operative mode and traditional deathmatch settings. Technically, it is one of the most advanced games developed for the Nintendo 64, with an optional high resolution graphics mode and Dolby Surround Sound. A Nintendo 64 Expansion Pak is required to access the game's campaign and most of the multiplayer features. |
| Platforms | Nintendo 64 |
| Released | May 22, 2000 |
| Genre | Shooter, Tactical |
| Play Modes | Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen |
| Content Rating | 18 |
| Languages | Portuguese (Brazil) |
| Genre | Rare |
| Genre | Nintendo, Rare, Gradiente |
| Ratings | 79/100 (173 reviews) |
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