Digital Entertainment Development Encourages Play Together Activities

Nintendo Business Conference in Indonesia (Photo: Adelia/VOI)

JAKARTA - Technological developments make the choice of family entertainment more diverse. Digital devices are now not only used to enjoy viewing or communicating, but also become part of a shared activity that can be done at home or while traveling.

Flexibility is one of the things that are increasingly considered in choosing entertainment devices. A device that is used with family, friends, and personally gives users the flexibility to adjust activities to situations and needs.

The presence of new entertainment devices in Indonesia is also back in the spotlight. Nintendo Singapore Pte. Ltd. together with Nintendo Co., Ltd. announced that Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 will officially be launched in the Indonesian market in December 2026.

In Indonesia, both video game systems will be marketed under the direction of Nintendo Singapore with the support of PT Nusantara Interaksi Niaga under the Salim Group as an official partner of Nintendo Co., Ltd. in Indonesia.

The announcement was made at the Nintendo Business Conference in Indonesia which took place at the Astor Ballroom, The St. Regis Jakarta, Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

Nintendo Executive Officer, Juro Takeuchi, said his party wants to provide a gaming experience that can be enjoyed by the Indonesian people through the Nintendo Switch.

"We are pleased to confirm again that Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 will be officially launched in Indonesia. The launch itself is scheduled for December this year," said Takeuchi in Setiabudi, Jakarta, Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

According to Takeuchi, one of the attractions of the Nintendo Switch lies in its flexible use concept. The device can function as a console connected to the television while also having a screen for portable use.

"The concept of Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 is designed differently and uniquely. In addition to being able to be played as a home console through the television, this device also has a screen so users can play anytime and anywhere," he explained.

For some people, playing games may be synonymous with activities that are done alone. However, a number of modern games also offer experiences that can involve family and friends.

This concept of playing together is considered relevant to the character of the Indonesian people. Takeuchi said that being together with family and friends was one of the reasons Nintendo saw Indonesia as a market that was in line with the playing experience offered.

"We strongly believe that Nintendo Switch is a suitable device for the Indonesian people, especially because being together with family and friends is something that is highly valued here," said Takeuchi.

Takeuchi hopes that Nintendo's official presence in Indonesia can provide a fun entertainment experience for the community.

"We hope that the experience offered by Nintendo will later become something special and fun for the Indonesian people," he added.

As part of the launch plans, Nintendo also announced a number of titles that will be available for both systems. For the Nintendo Switch 2, some of the titles announced include:

- Mario Kart World

- The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition

- Nintendo Switch Sports Resort

- Pokopia Pokémon

- Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition

Meanwhile, for Nintendo Switch, the titles announced include:

- The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

- Pokémon Legends: Z-A

In addition to the list, Nintendo said that various other game titles are also planned to be released simultaneously with the launch of the system in Indonesia.

The presence of a number of these options provides an alternative for users with different interests, ranging from games that can be played together to adventure and exploration experiences.

For people who have been waiting for Nintendo products officially in Indonesia, the period leading up to December 2026 is an exciting time to follow the latest information regarding products, game titles, and programs related to the launch.

Official information regarding Nintendo in Indonesia will be available through the Nintendo Indonesia website. The public is advised to follow the official channel to obtain the latest information regarding available products and services.

Nintendo also said that Nintendo eShop is not planned to be available at launch. Information on the availability of the service will be announced at a later date.

The presence of Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 in Indonesia can be seen as part of the increasingly diverse choice of digital entertainment for the public. Devices like this not only offer technology, but also try to combine personal activities with social experiences.

For example, for families, games can be one of the options for joint activities in their free time. Meanwhile, for individual users, the ability to switch from using it on the television to portable mode provides greater flexibility in determining when and where the device is used.

With the launch scheduled for December 2026, Indonesian people are now just waiting for more complete information regarding the products and services that will be officially available in the domestic market.