Arriving games for August highlighted here!
Get ready, Nintendo fans! August 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting month for gamers as a host of new titles are set to grace the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch consoles. Here's a rundown of the upcoming releases:
Nintendo Switch 2
Drag x Drive — August 14
Prepare for an unusual yet innovative multiplayer-only wheelchair basketball game with Drag x Drive. This unique title takes advantage of the Joy-Con 2's mouse functionality, offering a fresh gaming experience on Nintendo's platform.
Madden NFL 26 — August 14
Football fans, rejoice! The long-awaited Madden NFL game is making its comeback to a Nintendo console after an eight-year hiatus. Madden NFL 26 promises the latest football gameplay, featuring a new AI-powered machine learning system, new player-specific traits, and authentic play-styles.
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar — August 27
Farming and life simulation enthusiasts will be thrilled to hear that Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar is making its way to the Nintendo Switch 2. Originally released on the DS, this remake offers a delightful blend of farming, town-building, and socialising.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World — August 28
The enhanced edition of the popular Kirby adventure is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. Kirby and the Forgotten Land: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition includes new content and features, providing Kirby fans with even more excitement and adventure.
Nintendo Switch
Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening — August 26
Inspired by the Cobra manga/anime series, Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening is an action-adventure game that promises to deliver a thrilling space odyssey.
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar (and Premium Edition) — August 27
The same farming and life simulation game as on the Nintendo Switch 2 is also available on the original Nintendo Switch console. The Premium Edition includes additional content, offering even more value for players.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate
Fans of the TMNT franchise have two options to choose from on August 27: the Pipin’ Hot Collector’s Edition and the Deluxe Edition. Both versions promise to deliver an exciting new entry in the TMNT series.
Nikoderiko The Magical World – Director’s Cut
This magical world adventure title is available in two versions: the Collector’s Edition and the Standard Edition. The Director’s Cut versions offer enhanced gameplay, providing a more immersive experience for players.
Early August Releases
August started off with a bang as well, with the release of Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 on August 6 and GRADIUS ORIGINS on August 7. GRADIUS ORIGINS is a compilation of shoot-em-up arcade titles, including a new entry, SALAMANDER III.
This diverse lineup offers something for everyone, with a mix of sports, action-adventure, life simulation, and unique multiplayer experiences across both the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 platforms. For a comprehensive list of all the games coming this month, check out this link. Enjoy your gaming, and happy August!
- With the arrival of the Nintendo Switch 2, technology and entertainment converge like never before, offering gamers unique gaming experiences with titles such as 'Drag x Drive', 'Madden NFL 26', and 'Kirby and the Forgotten Land: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World'.
- Gamers on the original Nintendo Switch console can also join in the excitement with diverse offerings like 'Space Adventure Cobra: The Awakening', 'Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar', 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate', and 'Nikoderiko The Magical World – Director’s Cut'.
- This August, gadget enthusiasts and Nintendo fans alike can celebrate as an extensive variety of gadgets hit the market, including the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, providing a plethora of entertainment options.
