Today’s Nintendo Direct didn’t have much in terms of content, but it did give us a new sneak peek at Pokemon Z-A and Metroid Prime Beyond. However, what truly caught my attention was how Nintendo’s hybrid console is bringing back memories of my golden days of portable gaming with Sony’s PlayStation Portable—and it’s all thanks to Patapon’s release on the Nintendo Switch.
This was a completely unexpected surprise. Patapon was once a PlayStation-exclusive title developed under Japan Studio, now defunct. Seeing it playable on the Switch gave me whiplash. Imagine Super Mario Bros. Wonder launching on the PlayStation 5—it’s the kind of crossover I never expected to happen so soon. And honestly? It’s perfect.
Nostalgia Is One Hell of a Drug
Before this announcement, Patapon games were only available on PlayStation consoles. While the first two received remasters, Patapon 3 never did—at least, not yet. But with this release, the first Patapon games are bundled together. Patapon 1+2 Replay will be available on multiple platforms, including Nintendo Switch, PC, and Xbox Series X/S. This is the perfect opportunity for new players to experience the magic of this rhythmic strategy masterpiece.
And playing it on a portable console like the Switch? That’s bound to awaken some serious nostalgia for me.
Most PlayStation Portable Games Are Now on Nintendo Switch
One of the best things about the Nintendo Switch is that many of the games I cherished during my PlayStation Portable days have found a new home on Nintendo’s hybrid console—and potentially, on the upcoming Switch 2 as well. Games like Persona 3 Portable, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII, and JRPG classics like Ys and Star Ocean are already on the platform. Even better, they’ve been refined for modern audiences, with improved controls and better accessibility.
With the Patapon news, it made me want to pick up my Switch again and dive into Patapon 1 and 2, just like I did years ago—playing for hours on end, even when I had school in the morning. And with Nintendo’s portable ecosystem thriving, I get to relive that magic all over again.
The Future of PSP Games for Nintendo Switch
With the Nintendo Switch 2 possibly launching this year, more classic PlayStation Portable titles could find their way to the platform. Imagine seeing God of War: Chains of Olympus and Ghost of Sparta getting Switch ports. Gravity Rush could also make its way to the Switch 2, especially since it supports gyro controls.
All I can do right now is wait for Patapon 1+2’s release, which launches this July 11. And once it’s out, I can finally relive my PlayStation Portable memories, turning my Switch into an ultimate successor to my busted PSP.