Nintendo Direct Roundup: Skyward Sword HD, Splatoon 3, And More

The February 2021 Nintendo Direct was the first major livestream from the publisher since September 2019, and it was certainly a loaded showing. Spanning 50 minutes, we saw several games coming to the Nintendo Switch this year and in 2022. Along with updates on known titles like No More Heroes 3, Monster Hunter Rise, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate--we also saw some new reveals for Samurai Warriors 5, Annapurna Interactive's Neon White, the surprise return of Mario Golf.

With the wealth of games revealed, we're offering a round-up of all the major announcements during the stream. If you're still itching to catch the Nintendo Direct, you can watch a recording of the stream here. Below, we've listed the biggest reveals first, which includes Skyward Sword HD and Splatoon 3, and then followed up with every other reveal during the show.

The Big Reveals

The Legend Of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD Revealed

The Nintendo Wii's most ambitious Zelda game makes it big return on the Nintendo Switch with an enhanced port. Along with an HD resolution update, the original's unique sword fighting combat that used motion-control mechanics have now been enhanced to work with the JoyCons. However, if you wish to play without using the motion-controls, you can now do that with a new revamped control scheme.

Legend Of Zelda: Skyward Sword Will Come To Switch This July

Mario Golf: Super Rush Reveal

The next game in the long dormant Mario Golf series has been revealed. In Super Rush, Mario and friends will take to the golf course and compete in games across the Mushroom Kingdom. Mario Golf: Super Rush also has a new story mode, which stars your Mii character and sees them explore the kingdom and interact with characters from the series.

Mario Golf: Super Rush Announced, Coming June 25

Smash Bros. New Fighters Reveal: Mythra and Pyra from Xenoblade Chronicles 2

Kicking off the show was the reveal of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 characters Mythra and Pyra joining the cast for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. So far, the only Xenoblade character in the Smash is Shulk, who comes from the original entry in the RPG series. Both characters use a combination of swords and magic to fight against their enemies, and they can also use their Final Smash attacks to summon other characters from Xenoblade Chronicles 2. These fighters will also bring with them a new stage to fight on, which will release sometime in March.

Xenoblade's Pyra And Mythra Are The Next Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC Fighters

Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Calamity DLC Announced

During the stream, Nintendo revealed two big content drops for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. By purchasing the upcoming expansion pack, you will get access to new characters, costumes, weapons, and new locations to travel to that have new challenges. The first major content update will launch sometime in June, with the next one coming November.

Hyrule Warriors: Age Of Calamity Is Getting DLC

Splatoon 3 Revealed

Closing out the show, the next installment of the multiplayer ink-battle game franchise was revealed. In the trailer, we got to see what the world beyond the Inkopolis looks like, as we see a brand new Inkling emerge from the ruins of the old world. Despite the post-apocalyptic imagery, Splatoon 3 still looks as energetic and lively as ever. The game is planned for a 2022 release.

Splatoon 3 Announced For Nintendo Switch, Coming In 2022

Other Announcements And Reveals

Fall Guys Is Coming To Nintendo Switch

The battle royale game in the mold of a game show will make its way to the Nintendo Switch. Launching this Summer, the game will bring the lively and comical take on the battle royale genre to the portable console with all current content released from the game.

Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout Coming To Nintendo Switch This Summer

Outer Wilds Comes To Switch

The narrative focused space-exploration time-loop game from developer Mobius Digital will be coming to the Nintendo Switch this Summer.

Annapurna's Outer Wilds Releases On Nintendo Switch This Summer

The Famicom Detective Club Finally Comes To The West

The visual novel series, Famicom Detective Club, will be making it debut in North America on May 14. Coming to the Nintendo Switch, the Western release will have a new localized script, which focuses on a murder investigation of a wealthy family.

Samurai Warriors 5 Revealed

Koei Tecmo is reviving the Samurai Warriors series, with its next installment coming to the Nintendo Switch this Summer. Set in the Sengoku period, the game will cover the rise of Nobunaga Oda and Mitsuhide Akechi. Koei Tecmo will also launch a series of livestream that showcase what's coming to this revival of the Samurai Warriors series starting on February 25.

Samurai Warriors 5 Coming To Switch This Summer

The Legend of Mana Comes To The Nintendo Switch

Square-Enix's fan-favorite Mana series will see the next remaster from the series with Legend of Mana, set for release on June 24. Featuring HD 2D art, you'll explore the world of Fa'Diel to uncover the land and its mysteries. This is a full remaster of the original PlayStation 1 game from 1999, which features updates 2D backgrounds and characters sprites.

Legend Of Mana Gets Major Makeover For Nintendo Switch This June

New Monster Hunter Rise Trailer And Special Pro Controller

Capcom revealed a new trailer for its Monster Hunter spin-off, Monster Hunter Rise, during the Nintendo Direct, which showcased many new monsters and key characters to meet in the story. We also caught a glimpse of a special Monster Hunter branded Pro Controller that will release with the game.

• Combat-Focused Trailer For Monster Hunter Rise Dropped During Latest Nintendo Direct
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Tales From The Borderlands Comes To Nintendo Switch

On March 24, Telltale Games' Tales from the Borderlands will arrive on the Nintendo Switch. This release will feature all five episodes, which covers the time between Borderlands 1 and 2.

Tales From The Borderlands Hits Nintendo Switch This March

Capcom Arcade Stadium Launches Today On Nintendo Switch

Featuring a collection of classic Capcom arcade titles Ghosts and Goblins and Strider, this collection brings together many of the publisher's biggest hits from the past. Right now, the classic WW2 shoot-em-up 1943 is available for free with the collection, with other games in the collection tied to package.

Capcom Arcade Stadium - Official Update Trailer | Nintendo Direct

Stubs The Zombie Coming to Nintendo Switch

2005's zombie action game that let you take control of humans will launch on the Switch on March 16. Preorders available now.

Stubbs The Zombie: Rebel Without A Pulse - Official Rerelease Trailer | Nintendo Direct

No More Heroes 3 Coming To Switch On August 27

Travis Touchdown fights aliens and rival assassins in the next major entry in the series. Along with taking down targets, he'll handle odd jobs and ride his supped up motorcycle across the city of Santa Destroy.

No More Heroes 3 Kicks Off An Alien Invasion On Nintendo Switch This Summer

Annapurna Interactive Reveals Neon White

Neon White is a first-person action game about assassins taking out demons who have invaded Heaven. Using a deck of tarot cards, you can conjure up guns, swords, and other magical attacks. The action-RPG dungeon-crawler will arrive on the Nintendo Switch on June 4.

Neon White Lets You Assassinate Demons In Heaven

Plants Vs. Zombies: Battle For Neighborville -- Complete Edition Coming To Nintendo Switch

The team-based multiplayer game Plants Vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville will make its debut on the Nintendo Switch on March 19. This release will feature all DLC and content released for the game.

Plants Vs. Zombies: Battle For Neighborville Coming To Switch March 19

The 3DS' Miitopia Returns To The Nintendo Switch

The original Mii kingdom builder from the 3DS will make its debut on the Nintendo Switch with an enhanced port. Like the game on the 3DS, you can cast your various Miis in roles to help grow your kingdom. Based on your choices, you can become a noble king or a dark lord that rules across the land.

Nintendo 3DS' Miitopia Will Come To Switch This May

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Seasonal Update

Nintendo's immensely popular Animal Crossing: New Horizons has more updates on the way. During the stream, we got to see some new costumes and items that pay homage to the residents of Mushroom Kingdom. Releasing on February 25, this new update will coincide with the 35th anniversary of the Super Mario series.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Mario Update Details Revealed

Project Triangle Strategy Revealed

Coming from the same team behind Octopath Traveller, the developer's next game ventures into the territory of a turn-based RPG in the vein of Final Fantasy Tactics. Project Triangle Strategy is set in the land of Zorzelia, where nations are at war over resources. Your party of warriors and mages will battle other soldiers and defeat them using team attacks and other skills.

Octopath Traveler Successor Project Triangle Strategy Has Final Fantasy Tactics DNA

Star Wars Hunters Coming To Nintendo Switch

This Star Wars spin-off is a competitive free-to-play third-person shooter that's set before the events of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. In Hunters, you can control different characters from the sci-fi franchise and battle against rivals in duals and other skirmishes.

Star Wars: Hunters Is A Free-To-Play Competitive Shooter Coming To Nintendo Switch

Knockout City Revealed, Arrives On The Nintendo Switch This May

EA's next online multiplayer game will be Knockout City, which blends team-based tactics with a more intense take on dodgeball. Coming from Velan Studios, the "dodge-brawler" game will launch on Switch and other platforms on May 21 in a special free trial period for all players.

Knockout City Is EA's Dodgeball By Way Of Splatoon

World's End Club Coming To Nintendo Switch

Originally released on iOS, this mystery game focusing on a group of friends will see an enhanced port on the Switch, which launches on May 28.

Narrative Platformer World's End Club Comes To Nintendo Switch This May 28

Ninja Gaiden Master Collection Revealed

Koei Tecmo plan to bring the modern Ninja Gaiden trilogy to the Nintendo Switch. This collection includes Ninja Gaiden Sigma, Sigma 2, and Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge--all of which are enhanced ports of their original games that includes all DLC. This collection releases on June 10 for the Nintendo Switch.

Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection Coming In June

Saga Frontier Remastered Coming To Nintendo Switch

The remaster of the original PlayStation 1 RPG will makes its debut on the Nintendo Switch on April 15. In addition to new HD sprites and backdrops, the Remastered edition will also introduce a new protagonist, who has their own unique side-story that complements the current roster of heroes.

SaGa Frontier Remastered Coming To Switch In April