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| Nintendo Switch 2 is reportedly getting more Disney games moving forward. |
A new and potentially massive rumor is swirling in the gaming world, suggesting that entertainment giant Disney is preparing for a major push on the Nintendo Switch 2. According to a leak from known insider Nash Weedle on X, Disney has issued a mandate to its third-party development studios: prepare Nintendo Switch 2 versions for all upcoming titles based on Disney properties.
The leak, which has since sparked significant discussion on forums like Reddit's GamingLeaksAndRumours, also specifically mentions that Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and its sequel, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, are already in the pipeline for the next-gen Nintendo console.
If true, this policy could dramatically reshape the library for the yet-to-be-announced Switch 2. It opens the door for a huge array of games—from live-service titles like Marvel Rivals to beloved, long-absent franchises like Kingdom Hearts—to finally see a native release on a Nintendo platform.
Why This Switch 2 Move Makes Sense: Closing the Power Gap
To understand why this rumor is both plausible and significant, you have to look at the history of the original Nintendo Switch. Despite its phenomenal sales success, the console famously missed out on a large portion of AAA blockbuster games that flourished on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. The reason was pure hardware limitation; the Switch was simply underpowered for the most demanding titles, leading to compromised ports or complete absences.
The Nintendo Switch 2, based on numerous reports and tech analyses, is set to bridge that gap. While not aiming to match the peak power of a PS5 or Xbox Series X, its leap over the original is substantial. Leaked specs suggest a GPU capable of 1.7 TFLOPs in handheld mode—a staggering 1,133% increase over the original Switch's 0.15 TFLOPs. When docked, that performance is expected to push past 3 TFLOPs.
This raw power, combined with NVIDIA's DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) technology for boosted image quality, creates a console capable of running modern AAA games at smooth, playable frame rates. We're already seeing the effect, with titles like Star Wars Outlaws and Resident Evil Requiem reportedly targeting a simultaneous release on Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
What Could Come to the Switch 2?
Disney's portfolio is vast, and such a mandate would have wide-reaching implications:
- Star Wars: Beyond the rumored Jedi series ports, this ensures future games from any studio (like Massive Entertainment's Star Wars Outlaws) would launch on Switch 2.
- Marvel: This could secure the console's version of the upcoming Marvel Rivals and guarantee future action games from studios like Insomniac or Eidos-Montréal have a Nintendo home.
- Kingdom Hearts: The entire saga, which has curiously avoided Nintendo consoles (outside of cloud versions), could finally see a proper native release.
- Disney & Pixar Titles: Games based on animated properties would naturally follow suit.
For gamers, this represents a potential end to the era of "Will it come to Switch?" for a major segment of the industry. It promises a more unified release landscape where the choice of platform is less about availability and more about preference.
A Rumor Worth Watching, But Not Yet Confirmed
As always with leaks, caution is advised. While the logic is sound—Disney maximizing its reach on a projected best-selling console—the details from Nash Weedle remain unconfirmed by Disney, Nintendo, or affected studios like Respawn Entertainment (developer of the Jedi games).
The community is buzzing with the possibilities, dissecting the rumor on platforms like Reddit. Many agree that the strategy aligns perfectly with the Switch 2's purported capabilities and the industry's trend towards multi-platform releases.
One thing is clear: if the Nintendo Switch 2 delivers on its power promises, it will no longer be an afterthought for major publishers. Disney reportedly getting its studios in line early might just be the first domino to fall in a new, more inclusive era for Nintendo consoles.
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