As noted on ResetEra, pages for both games have received updated PEGI ratings. This is not a direct confirmation of the release date, but such updates usually appear 2–3 months before release. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Kirby Air Riders, Pokémon Pokopia, and the upcoming Yoshi and the Mysterious Book are cited as examples – their releases followed shortly after the rating updates.
If the trend continues, both games may be released this summer. This will strengthen the Nintendo Switch 2 lineup, which is gradually being replenished with major releases. Splatoon Raiders and the new Fire Emblem are considered to be among the most anticipated projects on the platform and fill important gaps in the schedule.