All articles tagged with #physical release
Nearly three years after its initial launch, Hi-Fi Rush is finally getting a physical Xbox Series X release with three editions available for pre-order through Limited Run Games, including standard, special, and collector's editions, with shipping scheduled between July and December 2026.
Nintendo is expected to offer cheaper Switch 2 cartridges as an alternative to Game-Key Cards, with some developers shifting to physical cartridges despite initial uncertainties, leading to a new physical release for R-Type Dimensions 3 at a slightly higher price, though official details remain unconfirmed.
The full game of R-Type Dimensions 3 will be available on Switch 2 cartridges, but at a higher price of €70, due to increased manufacturing costs. The change from Game-Key Cards to full cartridges is facilitated by rumored smaller cartridge sizes, which may help reduce costs. This move addresses criticisms of storage limitations and long-term game preservation concerns associated with Game-Key Cards.
The physical version of Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection for Switch and Switch 2 does not include Mortal Kombat 4 on the game card due to timing issues; players must download it separately via updates or patches, while the PlayStation 5 version includes all games on the disc.
Square Enix has confirmed that the physical versions of Final Fantasy VII & VIII Remastered Twin Pack and Final Fantasy IX will be released in North America on December 9, 2025, each priced at $39.99, with pre-orders available now. The Twin Pack will come on a single cartridge with no download needed, and additional Final Fantasy titles are also planned for Switch.
Yooka-Replaylee is set to receive a proper physical release on Switch 2, with a new listing confirming the full game on the cartridge, and a major update scheduled for August 29, 2025, announced by Playtonic Games.
Yooka-Replayee is set to receive a proper physical release on Switch 2, with a new teaser trailer and a major update scheduled for August 29, 2025, indicating the game's content is complete and ready for launch.
Yooka-Replaylee, an enhanced remake of the 2017 indie platformer Yooka-Laylee, is officially confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 with a full physical cartridge release, featuring new challenges, improved graphics, a new map, and orchestral music, with a teaser trailer released ahead of a showcase on August 29, 2025.
A retail listing has suggested that a physical version of Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch may be released soon, offering fans a boxed edition of the remastered classics, which could appeal to collectors and enhance portability. While not officially confirmed, this leak hints at a potential holiday or early 2026 launch, providing a more stable and tangible way to enjoy the games.
A physical version of Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto: Trilogy for the Nintendo Switch has been spotted, featuring no download required, suggesting a more complete physical release after previous versions included download codes. The listing, found on Amazon, indicates it was released last month and is cheaper than the download version, sparking interest among Switch owners seeking a true physical copy.
Digital Eclipse has announced a full physical release of Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection for Switch and Switch 2, including a cartridge version for Switch 2, with pre-orders available and special editions like a Kollector's Edition and Deluxe Edition. The release is highly anticipated for collectors and fans of the series.
A new listing suggests that the Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection may receive a proper physical cartridge release on Switch 2, with pre-orders available for both standard and deluxe editions, though official confirmation is pending.
Scott Pilgrim EX will get a physical release on Nintendo Switch in 2026 through Limited Run Games, offering three editions with various bonus items, and a new gameplay video showcases the start of the game in Toronto.
Sega announced that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on Switch 2 will be released physically in early 2026 with the full base game on the cartridge, avoiding the use of a Game-Key Card. The game will launch digitally in late 2025, with two versions available, and existing Switch 1 owners will be eligible for a paid upgrade to Switch 2. A new customization trailer has been released, and the game will also be available on Switch 1 in September 2025.
SEGA support has indicated that Sonic Racing CrossWorlds for Nintendo Switch 2 will be a Game-Key Card rather than a traditional physical cartridge, though this information is not yet confirmed. The game was highly anticipated with a physical release expected, but the details remain uncertain as more information is awaited.