Sonic Set to Debut with Nintendo Switch 2 on Launch Day

Did you manage to snag a pre-order for the Nintendo Switch 2 last night or today? For those fortunate enough to secure their order, there’s some thrilling news — Sonic will be making a splash on launch day! SEGA has just revealed that SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS will hit the shelves on June 5th.

The blue blur will be in good company, joining the ranks of Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut and Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S as part of the Nintendo Switch 2’s launch lineup. You can already place both physical and digital pre-orders for all three titles.

Let’s dive into what you can expect:

SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS: Step into the shoes of Shadow in a brand-new story campaign, showcasing unprecedented abilities that highlight just why he’s dubbed the Ultimate Life Form! Plus, enjoy a fully remastered version of Sonic Generations, an adventure that hops through time and revisits some of the most iconic 3D and 2D Sonic stages. And as if that wasn’t enough, the game now features upgraded visuals and exciting new bonus content.

Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S: Brace yourself for a puzzler extravaganza with Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S! This installment introduces the innovative “Puyo Tetris Doubles” mode, allowing you and a partner to engage in thrilling 2v2 battles using a shared board to execute complex combos. The game boasts a wide array of local and online modes accommodating up to four players, not to mention a vibrant cast of 40 characters — Sonic the Hedgehog included! Each character brings their unique stats and abilities to the table.

Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut: Experience the ultimate edition of the Yakuza series’ fan-favorite origin story, now optimized for the Nintendo Switch 2! This version enriches the original with new never-before-seen story cutscenes, and introduces the exhilarating “Red Light Raid” online multiplayer mode where you and your friends can team up to face down waves of foes. Additionally, it now offers English and Chinese voiceovers along with a broad range of subtitles, including French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese.

In other exciting news, pre-orders are now open for RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army, which is due for release on June 19. Meanwhile, Two Point Museum is set to expand the lineup later this year.

To get your fill of details on SEGA’s offerings for the Switch 2 lineup, head over to sega.com for all the latest updates.