During the Nintendo Direct broadcast on September 9, 2026, Bandai Namco showed new footage and images of Ondeh Ondeh: Kaya’s Tasty Tale — a title first announced in 2021. The trailer confirmed the game will release in 2027 on the Nintendo Switch 2.
About the game
Ondeh Ondeh: Kaya’s Tasty Tale is being developed by Metronomik, a Malaysian studio, and published by Bandai Namco. The game draws heavily on Malaysia’s music, traditions and cuisine to shape its gameplay and visual identity.
Players follow Kaya on a coming-of-age journey. The narrative centers on family, courage and self-discovery as Kaya pursues her goal of becoming a world‑builder like her parents. To succeed she must complete a series of trials and gather the planet’s giants to begin the Ritual of Renewal for the world.
Gameplay blend: action, rhythm and puzzles
Bandai Namco describes Ondeh Ondeh: Kaya’s Tasty Tale as a mix of action, rhythm and puzzle mechanics tied to its cultural setting. The presentation emphasized the game’s use of Malaysian-inspired music and culinary motifs as gameplay elements.
Trailer and sources
The Nintendo Direct segment included a new trailer and additional screenshots. Watch bellow:
Source: GosuGamers