While there was plenty of news shared over the last Nintendo Direct surrounding new games, there were a few update announcements for a handful of popular Nintendo exclusive titles. So, without wasting any time, let’s get into what new content is coming soon!

Nintendo Switch Sports

Golf will be the next free update “fore” Nintendo Switch Sports! Hit the fairway across 21 holes from the Wii Sports series and tee up with friends in local play or get golfing together with up to eight players in the new online Survival Golf. Whoever takes the most strokes each round is out! This free update launches this holiday season.

Mario Strikers: Battle League

A second free update is set to release this month which is set to bring even more characters than the first free update! Joining the roster is Pauline – a physical powerhouse with fast movements and strong tackles. Diddy Kong barrels his way to the field, too, as a midfield speedster with dazzling techniques and high pass accuracy. Plus, more gear, another stadium, Striker Ranking based on skill points, customization options for the supporters in the audience, and splashy match celebration effect options are being added. Are you excited about the roster expansion and general updates coming to Mario Strikers: Battle League?

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

More courses are making their way to the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game this holiday season with Wave 3 of new content, available to all players with the Booster Course Pass DLC. Wave 3 will feature eight courses, including Merry Mountain from Mario Kart Tour and Peach Gardens from Mario Kart DS. Players with an active Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership will also be able to enjoy these new race tracks at no extra cost.

Xenoblade Chronicles 3

Enhance your Xenoblade Chronicles 3 journey through Aionios with the next volume of the Expansion Pass. Meet the new Hero named Ino, a girl who looks… mechanical!? Complete her quest and she’ll join your party, expanding the classes and gameplay options available to you. They are also adding Challenge Battles to the game; test your might in consecutive battles against tough enemies! Accessories and special outfits can be earned by challenging stronger and stronger enemies.

This update will be Volume 2 of a 4-part volume DLC series for the game and it is set to release on October 13th.