Nintendo Download: Party and Friendship

This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following content:

• Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2:
  • Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV– Become the Superstar of the show in Jamboree TV, a game show hosted by Toad that is exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of the Super Mario Party Jamboreegame. Throw an even bigger bash with minigames that use the Joy-Con 2 controller like a mouse¹ and the Nintendo Switch 2 system’s built-in microphone to respond to your sounds. There are new festivities to join as well: Put yourself right into the action with CameraPlay², enjoy two new rulesets in Mario Party Mode, get loud and excited in Bowser Live, and lock-in for the co-op Carnival Coaster. Party on with the Super Mario Party Jamboree Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV game – available now!
  • Pokémon Friends – Unwind with puzzles in the Pokémon Friends game! Solve sets of three random puzzles to help untangle your mind. Then, place the yarn you obtain into the Plush-O-Matic: a special machine that creates in-game Pokémon plush. As you try to make them all, you can track your crafted plush in the catalog. You can also mark your calendar with a stamp each day you play, and then go back and practice the puzzles you played on those days. Complete friend quests for folks around town to earn rewards, including furniture which you can use to decorate your in-game plush rooms. You can also expand your catalog of plush with DLC³ packs, including the Puzzle On! Pack #1 and Puzzle On! Pack #2. Pokémon Friends is available now on the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems, as well as mobile devices⁴!
  • WWE 2K25 – Rule beyond the ring anytime, anywhere! WWE 2K25 brings you an unparalleled lineup of Superstars, Legends and Hall of Famers spanning generations. Take control of your Superstar from the women’s or men’s divisions in a single multi-gender MyRISE storyline where Bayley, Kevin Owens and other Superstars infiltrate NXT to take control of the WWE universe. The game features new brawl environments, unlockable arenas, characters and more — plus new ally storylines involving Jey Uso, Bianca Belair and other WWE Superstars! WWE 2K25 is available now on Nintendo Switch 2.
  • No Sleep For Kaname Date – From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES – As Kaname Date – a special agent with an AI partner embedded in his left eye – your mission is to track down Iris, an internet Idol trapped in a mysterious escape game. Conduct interviews to investigate her whereabouts, dive into a subject’s dreams to reveal clues hidden in their psyche and solve mind-bending puzzles to learn the truth. No Sleep For Kaname Date – From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch July 25. Pre-order is available on Nintendo eShop.
  • WILD HEARTS S – As a hunter, face off against beasts that have endured the blazing lava, raging blizzards and rising miasma plaguing the harsh lands of Azuma. These beasts, known as Kemono, embody the very essence of nature in all its beauty and ferocity. The key to surviving the fight lies in joining forces with comrades and wielding Karakuri technology. Hunt giant beasts using a variety of Karakuri tech, now with up to three teammates⁵! WILD HEARTS S launches on Nintendo Switch 2 July 25. Pre-order is available now on Nintendo eShop.
  • Monument Valley 3– Set sail for adventure in this brand-new story in the award-winning Monument Valley series. Monument Valley 3 takes you beyond the monuments and into the open sea. Play as Noor and navigate gorgeous, ever-changing environments, solve mind-bending puzzles, and uncover the secrets of the Sacred Light. When her village is threatened by rising tides, Noor must chart her own course and discover her strength in this stunning, emotional adventure. Monument Valley 3 is available now!

Nintendo Music:

• Throwback Thursday – The soundtracks for 26 old-school Nintendo Entertainment System and Famicom games have been added all at once to Nintendo Music⁶, the smart-device app for Nintendo soundtracks! Kick back with some of your favorite retro tunes from Donkey Kong, Duck Hunt, Ice Climber and more. Don’t know where to start? Check out the new “NES Selects” playlist, a curated selection of the very best tracks spanning Nintendo Music’s entire library of NES games. For more info, visit: https://www.nintendo.com/us/switch/online/nintendo-switch-online/nintendo-music/.

Activities:

• My Nintendo – Donkey Kong Bananza Rally Towel – Cheer on Donkey Kong and Pauline during their adventure in the Donkey Kong Bananza game with the Donkey Kong Bananza Rally Towel, a physical reward available only from My Nintendo! My Nintendo members can redeem 650 My Nintendo Platinum Points⁷ for this spirited towel while supplies last.
• My Nintendo x Donkey Kong Sweepstakes –Oh, Banana! Enter the My Nintendo x Donkey Kong Sweepstakes⁸ for a chance to win a bunch of goodies featuring Donkey Kong and his buddy Diddy Kong! My Nintendo members can redeem 10 My Nintendo Platinum Points to enter up to 5 entries total. For more information, visit https://my.nintendo.com/rewards/97196874440c21e7.
• My Nintendo Gear Up With Nintendo Switch Online Sweepstakes – Time is running out to enter the Nintendo Gear Up With Nintendo Switch Online Sweepstakes⁹ for a chance to win a collection of gaming goods inspired by classic games, the Nintendo Music app and more! Hurry – this sweepstakes ends July 31 at 11 p.m. PT. For more information, visit https://my.nintendo.com/rewards/925e7a1e6561f975.

Nintendo eShop sales on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2:

• Check out the full list of deals available this week at https://www.nintendo.com/store/sales-and-deals.

Also new this week on Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch:

• 4×4 TRUCK OFFROAD CAR DRIVER
• and Roger
• Arcade Archives SUPER BASKETBALL
• Arcana Famiglia Rinato
• Ball Blast
• CAR SIMULATOR BUNDLE (CAR WASH, CAR HEIST, CAR DETAILING)
• Coloring Pixels: Collection 6
• Day of the Shell– Available July 29
• DORONKO WANKO
• Ed & Edda: GRAND PRIX – Racing Champions
• EGGCONSOLE HYDLIDE3 S.V. PC-9801
• Explorers Collection: The Oregon Trail & Carmen Sandiego Bundle– Available July 28
• FPS Bullet Storm
• FRONT MISSION Remake Trilogy
• Giant Flee
• Haven Deluxe Edition
• Hyperspaced
• Knights of the Round Peg
• Learn to Play – Drift Moto
• MADO MONOGATARI: Fia and the Wondrous Academy– Available July 29
• Make it! Choco Banana
• Monster Legacy: Cozy Puzzle Crossing
• Noah’s Dilemma
• Noctuary– Available July 30
• Picture Treasure Hunt
• Pixel Game Maker Series HacoPiyo
• Pro Craps– Available July 25
• Rubber Duck Race Simulator– Available July 26
• Seashell Isle
• Shooter Bundle – Ghost Assassin, Hotline, Water Blast, Shadowblade, Yori’s Journey
• SOMA
• Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of The Rings Game– Available July 29
• TERASLIDE– Available July 25
• The Plucky Squire x The Swords of Ditto: Mormo’s Curse Bundle
• Tiny Titans – Card Rumble
• Transporter
• Zashiki-mawashi／座敷廻
• Zero-Sum Heart

For news and updates on all things Nintendo, you can also check out the free Nintendo Today! smart-device app. Whether it’s news about games, info about your favorite characters, or videos and comic strips — you’ll get personalized fun every day.

¹ Attach the Joy-Con 2 strap and hold the controller firmly when using mouse controls.

² Additional games, systems and/or accessories may be required for multiplayer mode. Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Compatible USB camera (sold separately) required for video features. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. Support.nintendo.com. Games, systems, memberships, and some accessories sold separately. Until March 31, 2026, a Nintendo Switch Online membership is not needed to use GameChat. After the GameChat Open-Access Period has ended, a Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required. Games, systems, memberships and some accessories sold separately.

³ Basic Pack required to use DLC. Sold separately.

⁴ Mobile version is free to start; optional in-game purchases available. Persistent internet and compatible smart device required. Data charges may apply.

⁵ Additional games and systems may be required for multiplayer mode. Any Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Membership auto-renews after initial term at the then-current price unless canceled. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/purchase-terms. Games, systems, and Nintendo Switch Online memberships sold separately.

⁶ Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required. Not available in all countries. Internet and compatible smart-device required to use app. Data charges may apply. Terms apply. nintendo.com/purchase-terms

⁷ A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem points. Terms apply (https://accounts.nintendo.com/term_point).

⁸ NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 13 years old or older. Sweepstakes begins 12:00 p.m. PT on 7/16/2025 and ends at 11:00 p.m. PT on 10/1/2025. To enter, you must (1) have a Nintendo Account (if you do not have a Nintendo Account you can register for one at https://my.nintendo.com/; (2) visit https://my.nintendo.com/; (2) visit https://my.nintendo.com/rewards/97196874440c21e7, (3) sign in to your Nintendo Account, and (4) redeem 10 Platinum Points per entry at the My Nintendo x Donkey Kong Sweepstakes page (https://my.nintendo.com/rewards/97196874440c21e7) as stated in Official Rules. There will be three (3) winners. Each winner will receive one (1) Donkey Kong Rematch^™ Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch^™ (ARV $59.99 USD), one (1) Donkey Kong Bananas Hawaiian Men’s Shirt (adult sizes XS -3XL) (ARV $39.99 USD), one (1) Donkey Kong & Diddy Kong Pin Set (ARV $30.00) USD), and one (1) Donkey Kong Beach Towel (ARV $24.99 USD). Total ARV of all prizes: $464.91 USD. A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem points. Terms apply (https://accounts.nintendo.com/term_point). Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received. Details and restrictions apply. For Official Rules, visit https://www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/events/rules/mynintendo-donkey-kong-sweepstakes/. Sponsor: Nintendo of America Inc., 4600 150th Avenue NE, Redmond, WA 98052.

⁹ NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the United States and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 years old or older. Sweepstakes begins 12:00 PM PT on 3/31/25 and ends at 11:00PM PT on 7/31/25. To enter, you must (1) have a Nintendo Account (if you do not have a Nintendo Account you can register for one at https://my.nintendo.com/; (2) have an active Nintendo Switch Online membership; (3) visit https://my.nintendo.com/rewards/925e7a1e6561f975, (4) sign in to your Nintendo Account, and (5) redeem 0 Platinum Points per entry at the My Nintendo Gear Up With Nintendo Switch Online Sweepstakes page (https://my.nintendo.com/rewards/925e7a1e6561f975) as stated in Official Rules. Limit 1 entry per person. To enter via the alternate method of entry, you must (1) have a Nintendo Account (if you do not have a Nintendo Account, you can register for one at https://my.nintendo.com/); (2) include the required information on a 3” x 5” card or postcard and (3) mail in postcard as stated in Official Rules. There will be ten (10) winners. Each winner will receive one (1) metal panel featuring Nintendo Switch Online artwork (ARV $149.99 USD), one (1) personalized Nintendo Switch Online jacket with hood (sizes adult XS – 5XL) (ARV $79.99 USD), one (1) Nintendo Switch Online stainless-steel water bottle ($56.95 USD) and one (1) Nintendo Music branded gaming headset (ARV $33.81 USD). Total ARV of all prizes: $3,207.40 USD. A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem points. Terms apply (https://accounts.nintendo.com/term_point). Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received. Details and restrictions apply. For Official Rules, visit nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/events/rules/mynintendo-gear-up-with-nintendo-switch-online-sweepstakes/. Sponsor: Nintendo of America Inc., 4600 150th Avenue NE, Redmond, WA 98052.

MORE ABOUT…

NINTENDO SWITCH ONLINE

Nintendo Switch Online is a paid membership service that allows members to team up or face off online in compatible Nintendo Switch games like Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Splatoon 3, and Nintendo Switch 2 games like Mario Kart World. Members also enjoy a curated library of classic NES, Super NES and Game Boy games, including Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Metroid and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, among many others. Nintendo Switch 2 players can use the GameChat feature to connect with friends through voice, video or screen sharing (terms and requirements apply, visit support.nintendo.com). Those without a Nintendo Switch Online membership can still join the fun during the Open-Access Period, ending March 31, 2026. Additionally, members can access the Nintendo Music smart-device app to stream or download Nintendo soundtracks, create playlists, browse music by different categories and more. To find out more about the benefits that come with Nintendo Switch Online, to view membership options and to learn about a free seven-day trial for new users, visit https://www.nintendo.com/switch/online/.

NINTENDO SWITCH ONLINE + EXPANSION PACK

With a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership, players get access to even more benefits, including a library of Nintendo 64 games with added online play for up to four players (additional accessories may be required for multiplayer mode; sold separately), a library of select Game Boy Advance games, retro SEGA Genesis games, Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Happy Home Paradise DLC, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass DLC and Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion DLC (full version of game required to use DLC for that game; sold separately). Nintendo Switch 2 players can also access a library of classic Nintendo GameCube games, enhanced features for compatible Nintendo 64 games and upgrade packs for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (full version of games required to use content for that game; sold separately).

NINTENDO eSHOP

Nintendo eShop is a digital store that features a wide variety of content, including new and classic games, applications and demos. Users can add money to their account balances by using a credit card or purchasing a Nintendo eShop Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card. All funds from one card must be loaded in Nintendo eShop on the Nintendo Switch family of systems or Nintendo Switch 2.

Customers in the U.S. and Canada ages 18 and older can also link a PayPal account to their Nintendo Account to purchase digital games and content for the Nintendo Switch family of systems or Nintendo Switch 2 both on-device and from the Nintendo website.

PARENTAL CONTROLS AND MORE

Remember that Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 both feature parental controls that let adults manage the content and features their children can access, including GameChat. Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 players who register a Nintendo Account gain access to free-to-start games and free game demos from Nintendo eShop, and also get the latest news and information direct from Nintendo. For more information about parental controls and other features, visit https://www.nintendo.com/us/switch/parental-controls/, https://www.nintendo.com/us/gaming-systems/switch-2/ or https://www.nintendo.com/switch/.