Nintendo Direct: All The Switch Game Announcements & News (September 2019)

The much-anticipated September Nintendo Direct aired on Thursday, and at 40 minutes long, it had a lot on offer. This presentation for September 2019 was teased as focusing primarily on 2019 Switch games, we did get a look at some games releasing in 2020. But without a doubt, the focus was on what you can play on Switch in the next few months--as well as a number of things you can play right now (or this week), such as new Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC, SNES games, and a whole lot more. On that front, we have a roundup of the Switch games and DLC released after the Direct that you can pick up right now.

The leaked Switch version of Overwatch was confirmed right at the start of the broadcast, and that was followed by a furious slate of announcements. Everything from Deadly Premonition 2 to additional Smash DLC characters to Star Wars and so many more things were shown. Below, you'll find a recap of all the news from the event, as well as the post-broadcast Smash presentation that delivered a few additional announcements. Alternatively, check out all the Nintendo Direct trailers.

How To Watch Nintendo Direct

As usual, Nintendo broadcasted the Direct on its website, Twitch, and YouTube channels. You can rewatch the entire thing below.

Overwatch For Switch

Overwatch is officially coming to Nintendo Switch; it releases on October 15. Physical copies will include a download code for the game.

Overwatch Coming To Nintendo Switch

SNES Games On Switch

Nintendo Switch Online members will be able to get access to a selection of Super Nintendo games beginning September 5. The launch games include F-Zero, Super Metroid, Super Mario World, and more, including some unexpected games. A special SNES-style controller will also be released.

Super Nintendo Games Coming To Switch September 5

All 20 SNES Games Coming To Nintendo Switch Tomorrow

Xenoblade Chronicles Remake

2012's Xenoblade Chronicles for Wii is coming to Switch. Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition releases at some point in 2020.

We're Getting A Xenoblade Chronicles Remaster

Luigi's Mansion 3 ScreamPark Multiplayer Mode

Nintendo showcased a new multiplayer mode for 2-8 players called ScreamPark. It can be played with a single Joy-Con per player.

Super Kirby Clash

A brand-new Kirby game called Super Kirby Clash has been announced for Switch. It's free-to-start (Nintendo's preferred term for free-to-play games) and is out now. It features both a single-player and multiplayer mode.

Super Kirby Clash Headed To Switch

Trials Of Mana

The RPG Trials of Mana releases on Switch on April 24, 2020.

Return Of The Obra Dinn

One of last year's most acclaimed PC games, Return of the Obra Dinn, is coming to Switch. It releases sometime this fall.

Return Of The Obra Dinn Coming To Switch Later This Year

Little Town Hero Is GameFreak's New Game

The new game from Pokemon maker GameFreak has been revealed as Little Town Hero, and it's coming quite soon. It releases on October 16.

Pokemon Developer's Next RPG, Little Town Hero, Gets Release Date

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Adds Banjo & Kazooie

The newest DLC fighter in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Banjo & Kazooie, was announced earlier this year. But the Direct brought news of a surprise release for the character(s)--they're out now.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Adds Banjo-Kazooie To Roster

Smash Bros. Ultimate Banjo-Kazooie Details - Moves, Music, New Stage

Next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Character Revealed, More Fighters Coming

With a new character available, Nintendo revealed what's next for Smash Ultimate DLC: The next fighter will be Terry Bogard from Fatal Fury.

New Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC Character Revealed, And More Are On The Way

Even More Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC Is Coming

While only five DLC fighters were confirmed to be coming to Smash Ultimate, Nintendo announced that even more will follow this batch. Home Run Contest mode is also making a comeback.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Is Getting More DLC Fighters

New Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Mode Announced

New Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Costumes Include Undertale's Sans

New costumes based on games like Pokemon and Undertale (Sans!) have been released. In the US, they're priced at $0.75 each. In the case of Sans, it comes with a music pack feature a song remixed by Toby Fox.

Sans From Undertale Is A Mii Fighter For Smash Ultimate; Megalovania Makes The Tracklist

Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore

Wii U game Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE is headed to Switch in the form of an "Encore" version with a new song that wasn't in the original, along with other new story elements and more content. It releases on January 17, 2020.

Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore Coming To Switch

Deadly Premonition & Deadly Premonition 2

Quirky Twin Peaks-like game Deadly Premonition is now available on Switch as Deadly Premonition Origins. Additionally, a sequel called Deadly Premonition 2 is coming in 2020.

Nintendo Direct: Deadly Premonition 2 Confirmed -- That's Right, It's Happening

Divinity: Original Sin 2

One of the best RPGs of recent memory, Divinity: Original Sin 2 Definitive Edition is releasing on Switch--and it's out now.

Nintendo Direct: Divinity Original Sin 2 Is Out On Switch Right Now

Divinity: Original Sin 2 Has Cross-Saves Between Switch And PC--That's A Big Deal

Doom 64

The classic shooter Doom 64 is coming to Switch. It releases on November 22.

Doom 64 Coming To Nintendo Switch This Year

Rogue Company

Hi-Rez Studios has revealed a brand-new IP. It's called Rogue Company and looks to be a third-person shooter of some sort. It releases in 2020.

Tetris 99 2.0

An enhanced version of Tetris 99 is coming on September 5 as a free update. It has daily missions and a new Invictus mode, among other things.

Daemon x Machina Prologue Demo

New mech game Daemon x Machine releases soon, and you'll be able to try it now. Following an earlier demo, a new prologue demo (complete with four-player multiplayer) has hit the Eshop. Progress made in it can carry over to the full game.

New Pokemon In Sword & Shield

Nintendo further detailed this year's Pokemon Sword & Shield, discussing its new customization features and a new Pokemon.

Pokemon Sword And Shield Have Trainer Customization And Camping

Star Wars Jedi Knight II Jedi Outcast

Star Wars game Jedi Knight II Jedi Outcast is being ported to Switch later this month. It arrives on September 24.

One Of The Most Beloved Star Wars Games Is Coming To Switch

Assassin's Creed Rebel Collection

As rumored, the Assassin's Creed Rebel Collection is coming to Switch. It releases on December 6 and includes two games: Rogue and Black Flag.

Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag And Rogue Come To Switch

A Big Game Montage

Partway through the Direct, Nintendo showed a game montage with a variety of games, including a new Just Dance and Devil May Cry 2, the latter of which releases on September 19.