The Switch 2 launch had way more third-party games than the first one. Big titles like Street Fighter 6, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, Hogwarts Legacy, and Fortnite were available right away, a huge contrast to the original Switch's meager three-game lineup in 2017. This strong support stemmed from the original Switch's massive success, making the upgraded hybrid console a safe bet for publishers. Demand for developer kits was so high that it created a bottleneck, with major studios getting priority and many smaller teams, like War Thunder's Gaijin Entertainment, facing long delays.
According to insider Nate the Hate, that developer kit shortage has now mostly been resolved. This fix is timely, as it aligns with rumors of Activision preparing a Call of Duty title for Nintendo platforms to fulfill Microsoft's ten-year deal. The wider kit availability means a flood of ports is likely coming in 2026 and 2027, especially with the Switch 2 already selling faster than its predecessor. The initial access problem essentially postponed some projects rather than canceling them, setting the stage for a steady stream of software over the new console's early years.
According to insider Nate the Hate, that developer kit shortage has now mostly been resolved. This fix is timely, as it aligns with rumors of Activision preparing a Call of Duty title for Nintendo platforms to fulfill Microsoft's ten-year deal. The wider kit availability means a flood of ports is likely coming in 2026 and 2027, especially with the Switch 2 already selling faster than its predecessor. The initial access problem essentially postponed some projects rather than canceling them, setting the stage for a steady stream of software over the new console's early years.
