All articles tagged with #physical release
Nintendo Life reports Rhythm Heaven Groove will launch on July 2, 2026 for Nintendo Switch at £33.99 / $39.99, with pre-orders live in EU and NA eShops; a boxed physical version is also planned and can be pre-ordered at the same price from the North American My Nintendo Store, with vibrant box art.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is now available physically on Switch 2 as a cartridge, bringing the upgraded Switch 2 edition with 60fps visuals and post-launch DLC like Mega Man to a wider audience.
Bethesda announced that Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for Nintendo Switch 2 will be a full cartridge release, with no digital code required, launching May 12, 2026 after a Nintendo Direct Partner showcase; the Switch 2 version will include the DLC and, like other platforms, the game is already available on Xbox Series X|S and PS5.
Bethesda confirms Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will ship on Switch 2 as a cartridge (Polish language version downloaded separately; the Order of Giants DLC isn’t included on the cartridge), while other Bethesda titles won’t have true physical releases on Switch 2. Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition, Skyrim Anniversary Edition, and Oblivion Remastered will use physical code-in-box editions; Fallout 4 goes digital on Feb 24, with physical releases for Fallout 4 and Skyrim on Apr 28, while Oblivion Remastered’s date is not yet announced.
Nearly three years after its initial launch, Hi-Fi Rush is finally getting a physical Xbox Series X release with three editions available for pre-order through Limited Run Games, including standard, special, and collector's editions, with shipping scheduled between July and December 2026.
Nintendo is expected to offer cheaper Switch 2 cartridges as an alternative to Game-Key Cards, with some developers shifting to physical cartridges despite initial uncertainties, leading to a new physical release for R-Type Dimensions 3 at a slightly higher price, though official details remain unconfirmed.
The full game of R-Type Dimensions 3 will be available on Switch 2 cartridges, but at a higher price of €70, due to increased manufacturing costs. The change from Game-Key Cards to full cartridges is facilitated by rumored smaller cartridge sizes, which may help reduce costs. This move addresses criticisms of storage limitations and long-term game preservation concerns associated with Game-Key Cards.
The physical version of Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection for Switch and Switch 2 does not include Mortal Kombat 4 on the game card due to timing issues; players must download it separately via updates or patches, while the PlayStation 5 version includes all games on the disc.
Square Enix has confirmed that the physical versions of Final Fantasy VII & VIII Remastered Twin Pack and Final Fantasy IX will be released in North America on December 9, 2025, each priced at $39.99, with pre-orders available now. The Twin Pack will come on a single cartridge with no download needed, and additional Final Fantasy titles are also planned for Switch.
Yooka-Replaylee is set to receive a proper physical release on Switch 2, with a new listing confirming the full game on the cartridge, and a major update scheduled for August 29, 2025, announced by Playtonic Games.
Yooka-Replayee is set to receive a proper physical release on Switch 2, with a new teaser trailer and a major update scheduled for August 29, 2025, indicating the game's content is complete and ready for launch.
Yooka-Replaylee, an enhanced remake of the 2017 indie platformer Yooka-Laylee, is officially confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 with a full physical cartridge release, featuring new challenges, improved graphics, a new map, and orchestral music, with a teaser trailer released ahead of a showcase on August 29, 2025.
A retail listing has suggested that a physical version of Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch may be released soon, offering fans a boxed edition of the remastered classics, which could appeal to collectors and enhance portability. While not officially confirmed, this leak hints at a potential holiday or early 2026 launch, providing a more stable and tangible way to enjoy the games.
A physical version of Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto: Trilogy for the Nintendo Switch has been spotted, featuring no download required, suggesting a more complete physical release after previous versions included download codes. The listing, found on Amazon, indicates it was released last month and is cheaper than the download version, sparking interest among Switch owners seeking a true physical copy.
Digital Eclipse has announced a full physical release of Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection for Switch and Switch 2, including a cartridge version for Switch 2, with pre-orders available and special editions like a Kollector's Edition and Deluxe Edition. The release is highly anticipated for collectors and fans of the series.