Los Angeles, California – Despite concerns about Nintendo’s slow year, the gaming giant continues to deliver with a steady stream of new first-party releases, averaging one game per month. Alongside these first-party titles, players can also look forward to a lineup of exciting third-party games. This strong start to the year has many speculating that Nintendo still has big surprises in store for the latter half of 2022.
Compared to 2018, which saw a lackluster lineup of games including a mediocre Kirby title and direct ports with minimal new content, this year has already shown more promise. With titles like Mario vs. DK, Princess Peach Showtime, and Luigi’s Mansion 2, Nintendo enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to in the first half of the year. And with the possibility of upcoming Direct presentations, fans can expect even more announcements in the coming months.
Nintendo has a history of keeping its plans under wraps, so the absence of major announcements regarding a Switch 2 release this year doesn’t necessarily indicate a lackluster second half. As the last known game slated for release in June approaches, anticipation is building for what Nintendo has in store. With the potential for new entries in beloved franchises like Rythm Heaven, Metroid Prime, and Wario Land, there’s a lot for fans to be excited about.
Furthermore, the prospect of remasters like Wind Waker + Twilight Princess and Chibi-Robo 1 & 2 could offer a fresh take on classic titles. With rumors circulating about a potential Kid Icarus Uprising remaster and new projects from developers like WayForward, the gaming community is abuzz with anticipation. And with the possibility of a free NSO-exclusive City Trial battle royale for Kirby fans, the second half of 2022 is shaping up to be an exciting time for Nintendo enthusiasts.