A game developer's resume hints at a potential surprise: Gotham Knights could be among the third-party titles launching on the Nintendo Switch 2. Let's delve into the details!
Gotham Knights: A Switch 2 Contender?
The Resume Revelation
On January 5, 2025, YouTuber Doctre81 ignited speculation. Their report centers on a developer's resume, showcasing work on Gotham Knights for two currently unreleased platforms.
This developer, employed by QLOC from 2018 to 2023, lists credits including Mortal Kombat 11 and Tales of Vesperia. The crucial detail? Gotham Knights is listed as a project for two yet-to-be-released consoles.
One platform could be the original Nintendo Switch; the game received an ESRB rating for the system. However, performance issues on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S might have hindered a Switch port. The second unreleased platform strongly suggests the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.It's crucial to note: Warner Bros. Games and Nintendo haven't confirmed this. Consider this information preliminary. However, the Nintendo Switch 2 is the most likely candidate for that second unreleased platform.
Past Switch Plans and the ESRB
Released in October 2022 for PS5, Windows, and Xbox Series X, Gotham Knights reportedly received an ESRB rating for the original Nintendo Switch, fueling speculation of a release. Some even predicted a Nintendo Direct reveal.
Despite the rating, an official announcement never materialized, and the ESRB listing was subsequently removed. While a Switch port never happened, the past rating, coupled with the recent YouTube report, rekindles hope for a Switch 2 release.
Nintendo Switch 2: Backwards Compatibility and the Official Reveal
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa tweeted on May 7, 2024, promising more Switch 2 details "within this fiscal year." With Nintendo's fiscal year ending in March 2025, the official announcement is imminent.
A subsequent tweet confirmed backwards compatibility: "Nintendo Switch software" and "Nintendo Switch Online" will be supported. However, details regarding physical cartridge compatibility remain undisclosed.
Learn more about Switch 2's backwards compatibility in our dedicated article!
