Not. No big games will be launched anytime soon. Definitely not the most anticipated game ever. What is ‘Zelda’?
We’ve been busy rounding up our usual selection of games heading to retail in the coming weeks, including some highlights we’ve picked out as well as a host of other games and accessories launching soon. Of course, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the breakout star here, but scroll through and see what else you’ll love!
Please note that some external links on this site are affiliate links, which means that if you click on them and make a purchase, we may receive a small percentage of the sale. For more information, read our FTC Statement.
That’s it. A big.
After more than six years since Breath of the Wild took the world by storm, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom finally gives us the sequel we’ve all been waiting for. There’s still so much we have to learn about this game – though you can learn more thanks to our recent hands-on session with the game.
For those of you who already know you want to secure a pre-order, we’ve got you covered:
More pre-order options are available here. You can also buy the new Zelda Switch OLED console.
An exciting prospect for fans of LEGO games, LEGO 2K Drive is an all-new open-world LEGO driving adventure where players can “race anywhere, play with anyone, build their dream rides and defeat a group of wacky racing rivals for the coveted Celestial trophy!”
The game puts you behind the wheel of transforming vehicles that give you the freedom to race seamlessly across stunning race tracks, off-road terrain and open water. There’s a Story mode, single race and Cup Series tournaments, and even some mini-games to get stuck into. The game releases on May 19th and pre-orders are now open:
Nintendo consoles and fitness games really go hand in hand these days, so it’s no surprise that another one is set to go on sale later this month.
Fitness Circuit is designed to be played for just ten minutes a day, three times a week, giving you a quick boost of training that alternates between aerobic and strength-building exercises. The goal is to burn calories, increase endurance, and improve muscle strength in a short period of time, so if you’re looking for your next fitness fix, these might do the trick:
Loop8: Summer of Gods is an intriguing time-traveling RPG set in 1980s Japan. Hook? You have a month until the end of the world. Here’s more…
Step into the life of Nina, a New Earth teenager who arrives in the quaint Japanese town of Ashihara in August 1983. Explore the town, befriend its people, and face the Kegai in turn-based battles where the outcomes depend on the relationships you build and the decisions you make. Use Nini’s special bond with the gods to reset the world, with each loop allowing Nini and his allies to relive the 8th month over and over again until they start right… or are completely overpowered by Kegai.
Sonic Origins Plus arrives on Switch on June 23rd, bringing four remastered games along for the ride.
The collection includes Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic 2, Sonic 3 & Knuckles and Sonic CD all in HD with brand new opening and ending animations. Previously released additions such as Extreme Missions, Mirror Mode, additional screen borders, new character animations in the menus, additional music from other Sonic titles and more will also appear – and you can even play as Amy! Pre-orders for this physical collection are available now:
More upcoming Switch games for May and June 2023
As well as the games highlighted above, there are plenty of Switch retail games that might pique your interest in the coming weeks…
New accessories for your switch
And finally, below you’ll find a selection of upcoming Switch accessories, as well as Switch buyer’s guides if you’re looking for something special.
Remember that you can too buy your Switch eShop credit and games from the Nintendo Life store. Purchases made in our store help support the site, so thank you in advance!
