From time-travelling chaos to high-flying battles, Bandai Namco made a strong impression in last night’s Nintendo Direct with a slate of new and returning titles for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Here’s a quick roundup of everything they revealed:
Once Upon A KATAMARI (October 24, 2025)
The King of All Cosmos has made another royal mess, and it’s once again up to the Prince to roll things back into order. Once Upon A KATAMARI takes the beloved series in a new direction… through time. From ancient Egypt to the Far West and even the Jurassic era, this new entry retains the franchise’s charm and humour while introducing fresh settings and objects to collect. It looks like a storybook adventure in the best possible way.
Cronos: The New Dawn (September 5, 2025)
One of the biggest surprises of the Direct, Cronos: The New Dawn blends survival horror with retro-futuristic storytelling. Set across a ruined future and 1980s Kraków, this narrative-driven thriller from Bloober Team (known for Layers of Fear and The Medium) looks both haunting and deeply atmospheric. Players can expect a gripping psychological experience with plenty of real-world influence.
PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC (September 26, 2025)
Following the success of the first Re-PAC, Bandai Namco is giving PAC-MAN WORLD 2 the remake treatment. The platforming classic returns with modern visuals, tight controls, and a vibrant take on Pac-Land, complete with memorable boss battles and a healthy dose of nostalgia. Pre-orders are live now.
DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO (November 14, 2025)
We got another look at Sparking! ZERO, the next evolution in the Budokai Tenkaichi lineage. Built in Unreal Engine 5, the game showcases cinematic destruction and a massive character roster, and the Switch versions aren’t holding back. Expect motion controls and local multiplayer, plus the kind of flashy, high-speed action fans have come to love.
No Elden Ring Update — Yet
Despite speculation, there was no news on Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree for Switch 2. It’s still in the cards, but for now, Bandai Namco’s other franchises are carrying the torch.
