Gotham Knights: A Potential Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Title?
Speculation is swirling that the action RPG Gotham Knights could be making its way to the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. This rumor stems from a game developer's resume, as highlighted by YouTuber Doctre81 on January 5, 2025.
The resume, belonging to a developer with a history at QLOC (2018-2023), lists several notable titles including Mortal Kombat 11 and Tales of Vesperia. Intriguingly, Gotham Knights is also listed, specifying development for two unreleased platforms.
One platform is likely the original Nintendo Switch, given a previous ESRB rating. However, performance issues on the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S might have hindered a port. The second unreleased platform strongly suggests the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
It's crucial to remember that this is purely speculation. Neither Warner Bros. Games nor Nintendo have made any official announcements. However, with the Nintendo Switch 2 being the only major unreleased console currently anticipated, the possibility remains intriguing.
Past Switch Speculation and ESRB Listing
Initially released in October 2022 for PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X, Gotham Knights was briefly rumored for the original Switch after receiving an ESRB rating. This fueled speculation of a Nintendo Direct reveal, but ultimately, the game didn't materialize on the original console, and the ESRB listing was subsequently removed. This past history, combined with the recent YouTube report, adds fuel to the Switch 2 speculation.
Nintendo Switch 2: Backward Compatibility and Official Announcements
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa's May 7, 2024 Twitter post promised further details on the Switch's successor "within this fiscal year," meaning an official announcement is imminent before March 2025. A subsequent tweet confirmed backward compatibility with the original Switch, including support for "Nintendo Switch software" and "Nintendo Switch Online." However, the use of physical cartridges remains unconfirmed. Further details on Switch 2 backward compatibility can be found in a related article.
