Two of Nintendo Switch 2’s July Games Stand Out in a Great Way

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So, you know how sometimes there’s all this buzz about a new thing coming out, and you think it’s gonna be the best ever, but then… meh? That’s kinda what’s happening with the Nintendo Switch 2. People were psyched, leaks and rumors flying all over the place. But when it finally hit the shelves, the launch line-up wasn’t quite what folks were hoping for. I mean, remember when we got amazing stuff like Super Mario 64 and Zelda: Breath of the Wild right off the bat? Yeah, not so much this time. Mario Kart World showed up, which is cool, but kinda lonely out there in new-game land. But hey, July’s on the horizon, and Nintendo’s got some fresh games headed our way.

And okay, maybe it’s not groundbreaking news or anything, but we’re getting Super Mario Party Jamboree on the Switch 2. It’s an expanded port from the old console, but hey, people loved it back then. So, why not again, right? Plus, there’s the new Donkey Kong Bananza. Feels like ages since we got a proper DK solo adventure. Sure, it’d be nice if these were launch titles, but hey, better late than never, right?

Now let’s talk third-party games. They’re kinda struggling. Like, Cyberpunk 2077 is doing fine, whatever that means, but the older ports on the Switch 2? Not so much. Stuff like Street Fighter 6 and Yakuza 0… they’ve been around forever everywhere else. Makes you wonder why anyone would buy a Switch just for them.

July’s gonna be interesting. Super Mario Party Jamboree brings some new multiplayer fun apart from Mario Kart World. Sure, it’s a port, but they’ve added new tweaks and play modes. Just a shame some of that’s tied to the Switch 2 Camera, which not everyone would have. But you know, it’s something different.

Then there’s Donkey Kong Bananza. I’m pretty pumped for this. Think of it like a spiritual successor to Super Mario Odyssey, but with more DK action. And hey, young Pauline’s in it, too. Maybe it’s a prequel? Who knows, but exploring with DK sounds like a fantastic time.

And it doesn’t stop there. Other July releases show up too. Tony Hawk fans are probably buzzing about the Pro Skater 3 + 4 remake. Plus, there’s a new AI: The Somnium Files for the hardcore adventure buffs. But the first-party stuff? That’s where Nintendo shines. It just makes the console feel special, you know?

Anyway, here’s hoping July shakes things up and these games find their rhythm. Nintendo’s got big dreams for the Switch 2. Let’s see if these titles help turn the tide. Fingers crossed they nail it.