Nintendo has revealed its playable game lineup for Gamescom 2026, giving fans a first look at the titles they can try at the event. Gamescom 2026 will be held from August 26 to August 30 in Cologne, Germany.
Its booth will include a mix of first-party games and major third-party titles. Visitors will get the chance to play upcoming games made for the Switch 2, along with new releases from publishing partners. The event will offer fans a hands-on look at some of the biggest games coming to the new console.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Highlights the Lineup
One of the biggest highlights at its Gamescom 2026 booth will be Switch Sports Resort. The new game builds on the popular Switch Sports series and adds new activities that use motion controls.
Visitors at the event will get a chance to try the game before its release and experience its new gameplay features.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Comes to Nintendo Switch 2
Another big game in its Gamescom 2026 lineup is Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, the latest entry in Activision’s popular first-person shooter series.
The game will be available to play on Switch 2, bringing the famous Call of Duty franchise to its new console. This release is part of Switch and Microsoft’s efforts to make the series available on more platforms.
Gamescom visitors will get an early chance to see how the game runs on the Switch 2.
Nintendo Gamescom 2026 Playable Games List
Nintendo’s booth will feature a variety of games across different genres. The announced playable lineup includes:
- Nintendo Switch Sports Resort
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
- Orbitals
- 007 First Light
- Minecraft Dungeons II
- EA Sports FC 27
- Splatoon Raiders
- Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
The lineup includes Nintendo-developed games as well as third-party titles, offering visitors a wide range of experiences across sports, action, adventure, and role-playing genres.
007 First Light and Other Third-Party Titles Join Nintendo’s Booth
It will also feature 007 First Light, a new James Bond game with a movie-like spy adventure. The game will include action, stealth, and exploration as players take on the role of the famous secret agent.
Other third-party titles, such as EA Sports FC 27, Minecraft Dungeons II, and Metaphor: ReFantazio, will also be available to play at the event. These games show its focus on bringing more popular games from other developers to the Switch 2.
Splatoon Raiders and Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Featured
Switch’s own games will also be a big part of Gamescom 2026. Splatoon Raiders will let fans return to the colourful world of the Splatoon series with new features and gameplay options.
Switch will also showcase the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass, which adds new content to the Pokémon experience. Pokémon remains one of Nintendo’s most popular franchises, making it one of the most exciting highlights of the event.
No The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Announcement
While the Gamescom 2026 lineup features many big games, fans hoping for a The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake may be disappointed.
Nintendo has not announced any remake of the classic Zelda game for Gamescom 2026. Although fans have been discussing possible rumours, there is no official news from Nintendo yet.
Nintendo Brings a Strong Lineup to Gamescom 2026
It is bringing a strong mix of Switch 2 games, Switch titles, and third-party releases to Gamescom 2026. The lineup includes different types of games, from sports and action titles to adventure and RPG experiences.
As Gamescom 2026 gets closer, fans will be excited to see new gameplay videos, live demonstrations, and any surprise announcements from Switch.
