A fresh piece of news suggests that an expansive Role-Playing Game (RPG) is slated for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 sometime in 2026. Currently, gamers using the Nintendo Switch 2 have limited options to choose from. The initial launch included only Mario Kart World. Post that, there was Donkey Kong Bananza, which was one of the standout games of the year. Aside from these, not much has been added to the platform. Later in the year, anticipated releases such as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Kirby Air Riders, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment are expected. However, the future lineup still appears sparse. It’s likely that this will change in the upcoming Nintendo Direct broadcast or possibly the one after that. For now, an early leak has hinted at one of these 2026 announcements.
The recently released report suggests that a well-respected source within Nintendo, known as Nate the Hate, has stated that Xbox, Bethesda, and Bethesda Game Studios plan to release the game ‘Starfield’ on the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. If this information proves accurate, it would mean that in 2026, Nintendo Switch 2 will feature two major Bethesda games – as it has already been confirmed that ‘Indiana Jones and the Great Circle’ will debut on the new Nintendo platform next year.
Can Nintendo Switch 2 Run Starfield?
Regrettably, Nate’s report only provides a brief overview, lacking specific details about the game port for Starfield, which is significant given that Starfield might prove challenging to run on the Nintendo Switch 2 due to its complexity compared to other games. It’s worth noting that Bethesda Game Studios (BGS) has faced challenges getting the game to perform optimally on the Xbox Series X as well. Although Starfield isn’t visually stunning, it features numerous technically demanding systems.
Absolutely, the current Switch console houses popular RPGs such as Cyberpunk 2077, Hogwarts Legacy, and Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, each demanding in their unique ways. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that the Switch 2 won’t be able to run Starfield at all. Instead, it might be a question of how it will be presented. For instance, Starfield features expansive environments that could strain the GPU of the Switch 2, which is significantly weaker compared to the Xbox Series X’s GPU.
CPU Concerns
Starfield, with its sophisticated AI and intricate physics system, puts a heavy load on the CPU. The ARM Cortex-A78C CPU of the potential Nintendo Switch 2 might struggle with it. Although Starfield isn’t beyond the capabilities of the Switch 2, it will be interesting to observe how well it runs and how optimized the gaming experience turns out to be in terms of frame rate.
Keep in mind, all the details provided are unofficial, so they should be viewed with skepticism. Even though they might be correct at present, they’re still susceptible to alterations which could make them outdated and potentially incorrect in the future.
Of course, as usual, we welcome your feedback! If you’re curious, would you like to explore the possibility of playing Bethesda’s expansive space RPG on a potential Nintendo Switch 2?
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2025-08-24 05:40