Final Fantasy VII Rebirth lands this week for the Switch 2, along with Donkey Kong 64 for Nintendo Switch Online, and more.

Final Fantasy, finally

Final Fantasy fans finally have the most recent release in the series to play on their Nintendo Switch 2. Square Enix delivered that title this week, as it brought the 2024 (PS5) release to the full spread of modern platforms. And if you played the original installment of Final Fantasy VII’s remakes, then this release would be part two of that series.

If you haven’t played that first game though, then you might be wondering what we’re talking about. Basically, Square Enix is remaking the PlayStation classic that was Final Fantasy VII, but as a trilogy. So Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is the first sequel, bringing the continuing adventures of Cloud Strife and crew to fans.

But while the story is similar to that 90s icon, the gameplay isn’t. Instead of a traditional, turn-based JRPG formula, these new games are real-time. It’s a big change from the classic formula, so whether you dig that alteration or not, is up to you.

There is also more this week than just FFVII. Donkey Kong 64 has made its way to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. Fans who subscribe to Nintendo’s online platform should have access to the game now. So if you’re up to play DK’s N64 adventure, now’s your time.

In addition to the above, there’s also a monster selction of other games arriving this week. And yes, those are split between the two consoles, though a little more heavily tilted to the original Switch. Scroll down the page to check out the complete listing.

This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following content:

Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2:

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH – The fate of the Planet is in your hands in the second entry in the FINAL FANTASY VII remake series. Cloud Strife and his comrades escape the city of Midgar into the world beyond in search of Sephiroth, a haunting figure from Cloud’s past bent on ruling the planet. As the story unfolds, you’ll ride chocobos, sprint across sweeping plains, and explore a vast world with new features and encounters to be had. FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH is available now on the Nintendo Switch 2 system.

eFootball Kick-Off! – Experience the passion and thrills of soccer anytime, anywhere – solo or with friends¹, offline or online² – with eFootball Kick-Off! Establish your own club team and participate in competitions around the globe in World Tour mode or take on International Cup mode and feel the excitement as national teams battle for global supremacy. Newer players can also get in on the action with “six-a-side” matches that create plenty of goal-scoring opportunities, and a Rank-based system where your performance is evaluated as you learn the skills needed to win matches. eFootball Kick-Off! is available now on Nintendo Switch 2.

Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Classics:

Donkey Kong 64 – Help Donkey Kong take on King K. Rool and the Kremlings, rescue his friends, reclaim his Golden Bananas, and save his homeland from certain doom in this title originally released for the Nintendo 64 system in 1999. Join the DK crew as they climb, swim and jump through treacherous and puzzling areas while taking advantage of their special abilities and upgrades. Hunt for collectibles and play wacky minigames while solo, or duke it out in battle arenas with friends in four-player split-screen action¹. The Donkey Kong 64 game is available now for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members².

Nintendo Music:

Tune into Nintendo Music on More Devices – Listeners can now enjoy Nintendo Music³ across a wide variety of devices, with updated support for computers, tablets, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto! You can also use the new My Mix feature to generate a playlist based on your play history (not available in web browser). For more info, visit: https://www.nintendo.com/us/switch/online/nintendo-switch-online/nintendo-music/.

Jams for the Open Road – Crank up the volume, because select tracks from the Mario Kart World game are cruising onto Nintendo Music! Prep the playlist for the next time you hit the road with tracks like “Mario Bros. Circuit,” “Peach Beach” and “Moo Moo Meadows.” Plus, additional Free Roam tracks will be added in the future – stay tuned!

Hup, Hup, Hey! – Captain Olimar and his loyal crew of plantlike helpers are blasting onto Nintendo Music with the Pikmin soundtrack! Channel the hardworking spirit of Pikmin as you go about your day with tracks including “The Forest of Hope,” “The Forest Navel” and “The Distant Spring.”

Activities:

Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island + Emerald Rush DLC Event – Kong Bananza Returns – The next monthly limited-time event in the DK Island + Emerald Rush paid DLC⁴ for the Donkey Kong Bananza game is just around the corner! Carve your own path...

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