Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Title “Welcome Tour” Developer Officially Revealed
On July 2025, Nintendo officially announced the developer behind the highly anticipated launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2, titled “Welcome Tour.” The announcement was made through Nintendo’s official channels, confirming that the game is developed by a well-established studio known for its expertise in family-friendly and innovative gameplay experiences.
“Welcome Tour” is designed as an interactive introduction to the new features and capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2 console. It aims to familiarize players with the upgraded hardware through a series of engaging mini-games and tutorials. Nintendo emphasized that the title will be a paid product, sparking discussions among fans who expected it to be included for free with the console.
According to Nintendo’s official store page, “Welcome Tour” will be available at launch alongside the Switch 2 system, providing users with a guided experience to explore the console’s enhanced controls, improved graphics, and new user interface. The developer’s involvement was confirmed in a press release published on Nintendo’s website and supported by coverage from reputable gaming news outlets such as IGN and Nintendo Life.
This move marks a strategic effort by Nintendo to ensure that new users can quickly adapt to the Switch 2’s innovations, while also offering a polished, standalone game that showcases the console’s potential.
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