All The Nintendo Switch 2 Games (Confirmed And Rumored) So Far https://ift.tt/fhiKW7m
Nintendo Switch 2 is officially here. April's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct revealed a huge number of games for the console, with a number of additional ones being confirmed since then. There are plenty of rumors about other games that could eventually debut on the console, too.
With so many to track, we've compiled all of the games confirmed or rumored to launch on Switch 2 at some point. This gallery will continue to be updated as more games are announced for Switch 2. Here's everything we know is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 so far.
For more, check out all of the games getting Switch 2 Edition enhanced versions and the Switch 2 games available on launch day. You should also be aware that some physical games will be "Game-Key Cards." Backwards compatibility will also allow you to play tons of Switch 1 games, although there are some limitations. We've also got a look at every Switch 2 exclusive on the way and the Switch games getting free updates, as well as our initial picks for the best Switch 2 games and a look at all of the GameCube games on Switch Online.
007 First Light
IO Interactive lifted the lid on its James Bond project recently, and the first trailer for the game showed off a young James Bond on a journey toward becoming the MI6 secret agent of legend. A gameplay trailer is set to be revealed later this year for the game formerly known as Project 007.
Aeterna Lucis
Release date: 2026
Caught between a Hollow Knight: Silksong release and a lack of Switch 2 dev kits, Aeternum Game Studios is moving its metroidvania Aeterna Lucis to 2026.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
Release date: 2026
Games featuring Square Enix's HD-2D technology have typically been turn-based RPGs, but The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is bucking that trend and is instead a top-down action-adventure. It's reminiscent of classic Zelda games, and it'll task you with exploring an untamed continent and revealing its mysterious history.
AFL 26
Big Ant Studios is bringing its AFL game--that is, its recreation of the Australian Football League--to Switch 2 at some point this year. The game debuts on May 8 for Xbox and PlayStation, and will come to Switch 2 later on. You can read more about AFL 26 at Press-Start AU.
Image is from an older AFL game.
Akiba Lost
Release date: TBA
Described as a "full-scale live-action game" approximately 20 hours of gameplay, Akiba Lost features hours of filmed footage and over 100,000 still images.
A-Train: All Aboard! Tourism
Release date: December 18
While this game originally launched for the Switch in 2021, the upcoming Switch 2 version of the tourism-simulator will feature improved graphics, Game Chat support, new scenarios to play, and a new mode that allows you to place more trains and cars in the world.
Anima Gate of Memories 1 and 2 Remaster
Release date: TBA
A remaster of the classic third-person action-RPGs, both games are being fully upgraded with improved visuals and gameplay. Players will get to experience the original Anima: Gate of Memories and its companion story Anima: The Nameless Chronicles.
Arcade Archives Aqua Jet
Release date: Out now
The next game for Hamster Corporation's Arcade Archives is here, as 1996 wave-racer Aqua Jet has made a splashy entrance. The original arcade game was unique for the time as it gave players a full-sized jet ski to mount and impressive graphics powered by Namco's iconic System 22 hardware from the now-defunct Evans & Sutherland company.
Apex Legends
Release date: August 5
Respawn Entertainment's battle royale was a breath of fresh air when it first debuted, and over the years, this action-packed game has grown and improved. With a huge roster of characters and multiple game modes, it looks like this will be a great time to jump into the game when it debuts on Switch 2.
Arcade Archives: Air Combat 22
Release date: July 3
Take a trip back to 1995, as Air Combat 22 will be headed to the Switch 2 as part of Hamster's Arcade Archives line of games. Similar to Ridge Racer, Air Combat 22 will look like it was pulled directly from an arcade cabinet, and the Ace Combat precursor will include new modes. It'll also be available for Switch, but naturally, the Switch 2 version has the best visuals.
Arcade Archives 2 Ridge Racer
The classic PlayStation racing game Ridge Racer returns under Hamster's new Arcade Archives 2 banner. The game is fully restored from its original 1993 launch, and it also includes a DX mode with support for extra peripherals.
Arcade Archives: Scrambled Egg
Release date: Now available
First released in 1983, Scrambled Egg was developed by Double Dragon studio Tecnos Japan, and it's now available as an Arcade Archives release.
Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack
Release date: 2025
One of the best RPG series will be headed to Switch 2, as all three games in the Atelier Ryza trilogy will land on the platform later this year. This includes Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout DX, Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy DX, and Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key DX, and all three games will be enhanced with new content and playable characters.
Aurascope
Release date: TBA
This 2D action-adventure also features RPG and puzzle gameplay mechanics, and puts you in the boots of Trace and Aurora as they race to uncover the secrets of the Aurascope, a mysterious drive with cosmic origins.
Ball X Pit
Release date: Q3 2025
Inspired by Vampire Survivors and Loop Hero, Ball X Pit challenges you to spelunk your way through hordes of enemies and gather riches along the way. The game has over 60 randomized balls to equip and combine during your journey, and you'll be able to combine them to create powerful weapons.
Bestiario
Release date: 2026
Set in Spain after a pandemic has passed, beastiaro follows a group of hunters who band together to solve a supernatural mystery and protect the world from unusual enemies. Developer Wiggin Industries calls the game an RPG inspired by the likes of Persona and other classics of the genre.
Bit Boy Arcade 2
Release date: TBA
A complete overhaul of Bit Boy Arcade, this sequel to the 2014 Nintendo 3DS game will feature all-new gameplay mechanics, phases, and enemies, as well as rebuilt 3D models, textures, and animations.
Bokura
Release date: November 2025
Developer Tokoronyori's two-player survival game first launched for PC back in 2023, and it'll land on Switch 2 in November 2025. The co-op game features a unique twist, as both players will have completely different--but linked--worlds to explore. One world is set in a realm of animals, the other is set in a land of machines.
Bokura: Planet
Release date: August 7
A puzzle-adventure game with a twist, Bokura: Planet requires two players to work together to overcome various obstacles.
Borderlands 4
2K and Gearbox Entertainment confirmed during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct presentation that looter-shooter Borderlands 4 will also be coming to Nintendo Switch 2 when it launches later this year.
Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster
Square Enix isn't only bringing Final Fantasy VII Remake to Switch 2, as a full HD remaster of the 3DS RPG Bravely Default Flying Fairy will also join the Switch 2 launch lineup on June 5. The remaster will include "quality-of-life updates," along with two new minigames using the Joy-Con 2's mouse controls.
Bubsy 4D
Release date: TBC
Bubsy, the somewhat memorable '90s video game mascot, is making a return in the future with Bubsy 4D. The new game will see the anthropomorphic feline tangle with his old nemeses the Woolies, and it'll be a 3D platformer.
Call of the Elder Gods
Release date: TBA
A sequel to Out of the Blue’s 2020 adventure-puzzle game, Call of the Sea will see players dive deep into a fresh Eldritch mystery. The object and observation-based puzzles return in this follow-up, and this time, they'll be even more challenging to solve.
Castle of Heart: Retold
Release date: TBA
An upgraded version of the original medievil-themed platformer, Castle of Heart: Retold pits a Slavic warrior named Svaran on a quest to free the last priestess of goddess Mokosh and free the land from the iron-fisted rule of The Sorceror. The twist here is that Svaran's body has been cursed to turn to stone, and the only way to keep from succumbing to this spell is to maintain a steady bodycount against an endless army of foes and challenging bosses.
Chillin' By The Fire
Release date: July 31
The campfire was humanity's first social network, and in Chillin' By the Fire, you can experience that for yourself. In this campfire simulation game, you'll need to build and maintain the ground for your fire across several challenging locales. Once you do, you can get some actual face-time if you have a camera, and start up a chat with the people around you.
Clean Up Earth
Release date: TBA
Described as a first-person clean-'em-up, Clean Up the Earth drops players into once-pristine environments that have become flooded with trash. Fortunately, a high-tech modular vacuum cleaner should make short work of any garbage you find.
Content Warning
Release date: 2026
Just how far would you go to score Internet points and go viral? That's the name of the fame game in Content Warning, as the ultimate goal here is to film enough scary content to send your viewership numbers through the roof--or die trying.
Cookie Clicker
Release date: TBA
Last year saw the release of Cookie Clicker on console, and naturally, the game is making its way to Switch 2. We're not certain what's going to be different about this game focused on the sweetest treat, but if it allows for the new Joy-Con 2 mouse controls to be used, we're going to make so many cookies here.
Cronos The New Dawn
Release date: September 5
Bloober Team has made a name for itself with horror games, and for its next title, the studio has an original IP that blends third-person survival-horror with '80s horror vibes. Not only do you have to deal with nightmarish creatures that can can merge with each other to create fleshy abominations, but there's also a time travel element to the game as well.
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
CD Projekt Red also appeared during the Switch 2 Direct, where it confirmed that Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition--which includes both the base game and the Project Liberty expansion--will release on Nintendo Switch 2 at the console's launch.
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion
- Release Date: September 5
The mech-focused action game Daemon X Machina was thought to be dormant after the first game's launch in 2019. However, the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct revealed that a sequel, Titanic Scion, is not only in development, but that it will be launching three short months after the console releases in June.
Dear Me, I Was
Release date: July 31
Arc System Works made a name for itself with its well-received fighting games, but the studio is doing something a little different with its next project, called Dear Me, I Was. Described as an interactive adventure game, the features gorgeous visuals by Taisuke Kanasaki, who previously served as the art director for cult-classic games Hotel Dusk and Another Code.
Donkey Kong Bananza
The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct ended with a bonanza--sorry, a Bananza, with Donkey Kong Bananza, a new 3D adventure starring Nintendo's great ape Donkey Kong. The debut trailer shows the strong Kong digging through the ground, smashing enemies, and more.
Deltarune Chapters 1-4
Deltarune's ongoing saga will continue on the Switch 2, as developer Toby Fox and 8-4 revealed that four chapters of his latest adventure will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on the same day as the console.
Disgaea 7: Complete
Release date: October 10
Mind-boggling numbers and colorful characters are the calling cards of any Disgaea game, and Disgaea 7 takes those ideas and pushes them to the extreme. First released in 2023, the Switch 2 version takes all of the post-launch improvements and combines them with every piece of DLC released so far to create one massive slice of tactical-RPG fun.
Drag x Drive
Drag x Drive is a unique 3-on-3 basketball game with a twist; each player is in a wheelchair-like vehicle. Players will use the Joy-Con 2's mouse features to roll their characters' wheels, along with motion controls to pass and shoot the ball.
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero
Release date: November 14, 2025
Easily the biggest Dragon Ball game to date, Sparking Zero features a gigantic roster of over 180 characters pulled from across the entire Dragon Ball franchise. Like other games in the IP, you'll get the chance to take part in the massive battles that defined the series, and even create a few new legends along the way.
Dragon Quest 1 and 2 HD-2D Remake
Release date: October 30
The remake of the first two Dragon Quest games will launch on October 30, and like previous HD-2D efforts from Square Enix, you can expect these classic JRPGs to feature several quality-of-life updates alongside the reimagined graphics.
The Duskbloods
From Software's next game is The Duskbloods, an eight-player PvPvE action game set in a dark and desolate world. The game is confirmed to be a Switch 2 exclusive, though it is not releasing until 2026.
EA Sports FC 26
Release date: September 26
EA's soccer game series is lacing up its boots for a Switch 2 launch, bringing with it an authentic collection of teams and leagues. This year's entry is aiming to be the most true-to-football experience to date, with realistic gameplay and responsiveness being key areas of refinement for EA.
EA Sports Madden NFL and EA Sports FC
- Release Date for EA Sports Madden NFL: August 14
- Release date for EA Sports FC: TBA
EA Sports confirmed that Madden NFL and EA Sports FC will both appear on the Nintendo Switch 2 in the future. However, the teaser that played during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct did not confirm when either series would make its Switch 2 debut.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition
While The Duskbloods was From Software's most surprising Switch 2 reveal, the developer also confirmed that Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition--which bundles the base game and Shadow of the Erdtree expansion together, along with new weapons and armor--will come to Nintendo Switch later this year.
Enter The Gungeon 2
Enter The Gungeon 2--the follow-up to 2016's top-down bullet fest--was revealed for the first time during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct. It will feature new 3D graphics and animations, new weapons, and new tricks.
The Exit 8
Release date: August 29
With a live-action film out soon, liminal horror game Exit 8 is getting upgraded for Switch 2 with a better frame rate and a higher resolution.
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time
Release date: June 5
Already out on Switch, Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time is also coming to Switch 2 with a few enhancements under its belt. The Switch 2 edition will feature improved load times, graphics, and a higher frame rate. If you're planning to jump from Switch to Switch 2, an upgrade pack will also be available for $2.60.
Farming Simulator: Signature Edition
Release date: TBA
Several cozy farming-sim games are coming to Switch 2, but for anyone looking to focus on the nitty gritty of agricultural work, you can get your hands dirty (metaphorically) with Farming Simulator: Signature Edition on Switch 2. This version of the game will be based on Farming Simulator 25, and it'll offer over 400 authentic machines from more than 150 brands, 25 crops, and three maps spread across North America, Europe, and East Asia.
Fast Fusion
Shin'en, the studio behind the Nintendo Switch launch racer Fast RMX, will once again release a high-speed racing game for a Switch console's launch lineup, as Fast Fusion is confirmed to be part of the initial Switch 2 offerings in early June.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake
The Final Fantasy VII Remake saga will begin on Nintendo Switch 2 at launch, with FF7 Remake Intergrade confirmed for a June 5 release on the new console. Intergrade includes the Intermission expansion, which stars Yuffie in a side quest that connects Remake and Rebirth.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Release date: TBA
Square Enix has confirmed that the entire Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy will be coming to Switch 2. While we don't know when it'll arrive, it'll be interesting to see how Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth runs on the platform, given its grander design, massive locations to explore, and expanded storyline. The third chapter in this series hasn't been formally revealed yet, but we do know that development on it began right after Rebirth was completed.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles
Release date: September 30
Final Fantasy Tactics was first released in 1997 for the PlayStation, and almost 30 years later, a brand-new version is on the way. Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles updates the classic strategy-RPG for modern systems, as the enhanced version of the game adds fully voiced dialogue, an optimized and updated UI, graphical improvements, and a number of other quality-of-life features. If you prefer to kick it old-school, the game will also be playable in its classic mode, using the War of the Lions translation as the foundation.
Fortnite
Fortnite fans who were wondering if the battle royale/music simulation/Lego builder would be coming to Nintendo Switch 2 at launch. The Switch 2 Direct was quick to confirm that, indeed, you can drop onto the island on your Switch 2 console right at launch.
Fortnite is also rumored to be one of several Switch 2 games that support the new Joy-Con 2 mouse controls, which will be welcome news for players who like that added layer of precision when they join a session.
Full Metal Schoolgirl
Releae date: October 23
Who knows when Hi-Fi Rush 2 will be out, but for now, you can continue the fight against cel-shaded capitalism run amok in Full Metal Schoolgirl. Described as a fusion of Onechanbara's close combat and Earth Defense Force's gunplay, the game tasks you with climbing all 100 stories of the Meternal Jobz skyscraper and overthrowing its CEO.
FUR Squadron Phoenix
Release date: 2025
Star Fox has been MIA for quite a while, but for anyone looking for something similar to it, FUR Squadron Phoenix looks heavily inspired by the on-rails space-shooter series. The game also features a roguelite structure with skill trees that unlock upgrades and weapons for your spaceship, as well as a colorful cast of anthropomorphic pilots.
GameCube Classics
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass will see another platform added to its offerings with Switch 2, as Nintendo has confirmed GameCube games will become part of the online portfolio at launch. Switch Online GameCube games announced so far include The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker, Soulcalibur II, Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, F-Zero GX, and Super Mario Strikers.
Gear Club Unlimited 3
Release date: 2025
Developed by Eden Games and published by Nacon, Gear Club Unlimited 3 will let players race across the sunny Mediterranean coast and the mountainous roads of Japan. The game will feature over 40 officially licensed cars and a full career mode to work through.
Glaciered
Release date: Q4 2025
Set millions of years into the future of an Earth that has been covered by a gigantic sheet of ice, Glaciered puts you in the feathers of the Tuai, an avian-like species that has inherited the world. In this aquatic action game, you'll explore a mysterious underwater world and battle ferocious marine creatures so that you can protect the planet.
Good Boy
Release date: TBA
Described as an ecosystem metroidvania, Good Boy will see players step into the chassis of Wall-E-like Rover and embark on a quest to research alien creatures. Along the way, they might also uncover the ancient mysteries of the planet Terra 2.
Goodnight Universe
Goodnight Universe puts players in the role of Isaac, a six-month-old baby who is learning to use mysterious psychic abilities manifesting within him. Isaac must use those abilities to stay with his family and avoid the malevolent tech corporation out to steal him from those he loves.
Hades II
Hades II follows its predecessor in being first-to-console via a Nintendo Switch console, as it was confirmed to be launching first on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 later this year.
Handy Hockey
Release date: July 31
Air-Hockey with a distracting number of RGB lighting, Handy Hockey also offers support for mouse controls and tabletop mode.
Hela
Release date: 2026
Set in a world inspired by enchanting Scandinavian folklore, Hela puts you in charge of a brave little mouse determined to do good. The game can be played in solo and co-op modes, and it has plenty of puzzles to solve.
High on Life
Release date: August 28
Squanch Games' 2022 FPS is now on Switch 2, bringing its chatty arsenal of weapons to the Nintendo console. This version of the game features support for Joy-Con 2 mouse controls, improved graphics over the Switch release, and it runs at 1080p 30fps when the console is docked.
Hitman: Absolution
Release date: 2026
While it's a divisive entry amongst Hitman fans, Absolution was still a crucial game that helped shape the superb World of Assassination trilogy. More cinematic and linear in its design, this was the fifth game released in the mainline Hitman series.
Hitman: World of Assassination – Signature Edition
Agent 47 will soon have a new arena in which to practice his craft, as Hitman: World of Assassination's new Signature Edition will launch day and date with the Nintendo Switch 2 console. The Signature Edition includes every mission from the most recent Hitman trilogy, along with multiple extra missions and escalations to explore.
Hogwarts Legacy
Warner Bros. and Portkey Games will bring Hogwarts Legacy--the open-world third-person adventure game set in the wizarding world of Harry Potter--to the Switch 2 at launch. The Switch 2 version of Hogwarts Legacy will support mouse functionality, but specific uses have not been announced as of yet.
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Several years after it was first revealed, Hollow Knight: Silksong finally has a release date. The metroidvania will be landing on Switch 2 in early September.
Hono Gurashi no Niwa
Release date: July 30, 2026
Designed by the studio behind the Yomawari games, Hono Gurashi no Niwa is a cozy life-simulator game set in a rural Japanese village. As you'd expect, you'll be tasked with building a social life with locals in Kagatsu Village, working the land, building a dream home, and engaging in a few outdoors leisure activities like fishing.
Human Fall Flat 2
The goofy physics-based platformer returns with even more chaos on offer. The quick glimpse during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct showed players in space, launching rockets and being thrown around with low gravity and high hijinks.
Hunter's Moon: A Sovereign Syndicate Adventure
Release date: TBA
Are you in the mood for a Victorian steampunk deck-building game? Well that's just what you're getting with Hunter's Moon: A Sovereign Syndicate Adventure, as you'll need to serve queen and country by cleaning the London streets of dangerous brigands and corrupted beasts.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
- Release Date: Winter 2025
Koei Tecmo and Nintendo will be collaborating on a third Hyrule Warriors game, and this one will once again feature the Breath of the Wild/Tears of the Kingdom version of Hyrule. Specifically, Age of Imprisonment will follow the story leading up to Tears of the Kingdom, with Zelda and the Zonai featuring heavily in the debut trailer.
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road
Release date: August 21
The long-in-development soccer game from Level-5 finally has a release date of August 21, and it'll be released as a digital-only title for both the Switch 2 and Switch. The game will feature Mouse Mode and GameChat support, as well as cross-play and cross-save support across all versions.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Release date: 2026
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will launch on Switch 2 in 2026, bringing the two-fisted archeologist to the Nintendo platform. If you missed it when it first launched last year, the Indy game was a big hit with critics and fans as it accurately captured the spirit of the beloved films and combined them with well-constructed levels, fun puzzles, and impressive action.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land--Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World
The open-world adventure Kirby and the Forgotten Land's Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will feature a new chapter called Star-Crossed World. In it, a meteor crashes into the Forgotten Land, and Kirby must use new Mouthful Mode techniques along with his other skills to save the world from danger.
Kirby Air Riders
- Release Date: November 20
After 20 years, a new Kirby-themed racer, Kirby Air Riders, will be coming to Nintendo Switch 2 later this year. A brief trailer showing Kirby racing on his star ride was shown, before Masahiro Sakurai was confirmed as the director of the game.
Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess
Capcom's newest original IP mixes tower defense with fast hack-and-slash action, as a ninja warrior must protect a young maiden as she purifies the land from blight.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon
Release date: 2025
Things are looking a little dire in the next Trails game, as the prophesied end of the Zemurian continent draws near. Amidst a desperate push to reach the stars, protagonists Van Arkride, Ashen Chevalier Rean Schwarzer, and Father Kevin Graham find themselves on a collision course that could hasten the Zemuria doomsday scenario in this JRPG.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild--Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was confirmed to receive the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition treatment. The updated version will feature enhanced resolution and frame rate, as well as HDR support.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom--Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Tears of the Kingdom will also see a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, with many of the same updates as its predecessor. Both updated versions will also use a new Zelda Notes feature, found within the Nintendo Switch smartphone app, which will allow voice controls, real-time navigation via an in-app map, and in Tears of the Kingdom's case, the ability to upload and share Autobuild recipes with other users.
The Legend of Dark Witch Episode 4: Thoughts Delivered
Release date: 2025
The Dark Witch series has been running since 2014, and in this new 2D chapter, you'll get to play as the spellcaster Zizou as she journeys across the globe to stop Verde, an organization looking to disrupt global communication and seize control of the world.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
Release date: 2026
TT Games is returning to Gotham for a new Batman adventure, and this time, the studio will explore the Dark Knight mythos across film, TV, and even other video games. Like previous efforts, it looks like Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will be full of cheeky humor and accurate recreations of famous scenes.
Little Nightmares: Enhanced Edition
Release date: October 10
Launching alongside Little Nightmares 3 in October, the Enhanced Edition of the first game now supports up to 4K 60fps visuals, and several other visual effects--RTX reflections, water effects, more particles, and volumetric lighting--have been added.
Little Nightmares 3
Release date: October 10
After being hit with a significant delay last year, Little Nightmares 3 is finally ready to drop some chills and thrills when it launches on October 10. Like the previous games, Little Nightmares 3 is a spooky adventure game full of gloomy environments and scary enemies to watch out for.
Littlelands
Release date: TBA
An adventure game set in the dangerous lands of the Goblinetes, players can also unwind with some cozy activities like farming berries, crafting your own dishes, fishing, and catching insects.
LoveR Kiss: Endless Memories
Release date: TBA
An enhanced version of the 2020 romance game LoveR Kiss, this version of the game now has additional photo shooting spots and costumes, an enhanced UI, the new Pro Photo Session mode, and almost all of the previously released downloadable content.
Madden NFL 26
Release date: August 14
The next Madden NFL game is saying farewell to PS4 and Xbox One this year, but it is coming to Switch 2. As usual, you can expect an authentic slice of football action, real-life teams to guide to victory, and more in this annual series.
Majogami
Release date: October 30
Set in the magical realm of Orchesgra, Majogami follows the amnesiac Shiroha as she sets out on a journey to reclaim her memories. Billed as a 2D action-platformer, players will be able to both attack and move with Shiroha's enchanted katana as she faces off against the beings known as Craft Witches.
Mario Kart World
The headline launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2 is Mario Kart World, a new Mario Kart experience that mixes traditional go-kart racing with open-world exploration and co-op online gameplay. Mario Kart World will launch separately and bundled with the Nintendo Switch 2 at launch.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion
Tribute Games's follow-up to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge is another 2D beat-'em-up adventure, but this time Marvel superheroes take center stage against the forces of Annihilus.
Maseylia: Echoes of the Past
Release date: TBA
A blend of classic 2D exploration with modern 3D mechanics, Maseylia: Echoes of the Past is a metroidvania set in a vast techno-organic labyrinth. As you'd expect from titles set in this genre, you'll have to explore and adapt if you want to survive.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
The next Metroid Prime game will receive multiple enhancements on Nintendo Switch 2, including a 120fps Performance mode when the console is docked. No release date was confirmed during the presentation, however, as the trailer simply showed "2025."
Mina the Hollower
Release date: October 31
Developer Yacht Club Games struck gold with Shovel Knight, and the studio is looking to replicate that success with another retro-inspired adnveture, Mina the Hollower. It has a spookier tone than Shovel Knight, a cast of bizarre characters, and an art direction that makes it look like an old-school NES game.
Misc. A Tiny Tale
Release date: July 22
Two tiny robots with big hearts are looking to spread joy in this wholesome platformer. How do they do that? By collecting and cleaning golden cogs that have fallen from the sky and then using them to help out a small village.
Momotaro Dentetsu 2: Anata no Machi mo Kitto Aru – Higashi Nihon Hen + Nishi Nihon Hen
Release date: November 13 (Japan)
A game with a ridiculously long title Momotaro Dentetsu 2, brings the popular railroad-management series to Switch 2 with almost 1,000 stations to connect, a larger map, and support for cameras.
Monster Hunter Stories 3
Release date: 2026
The third installment of the turn-based RPG series set in the world of Monster Hunter arrives in 2026, and this time, players will have to find a way to stop an environmental disaster. To make things more complicated, a monster bearing a symbol of misfortune hatches from its egg, an event that drives two neighboring kingdoms to war and results in the heirs of those nations venturing into dangerous territory to find the truth behind the calamity that threatens the world.
Mortal Kombat Legacy Collection
Release date: TBA
A classic collection of Mortal Kombat games are on the way from Digital Eclipse, and like the studio's previous efforts, these games will be accompanied with a guided tour the through the bloody history of the franchise. The collection includes Mortal Kombat 1, Mortal Kombat 2, Mortal Kombat 3, Mortal Kombat 3: Ultimate, and Mortal Kombat 4, as well as several of the arcade, console, and Game Boy versions of those fighting games. The arcade and console versions will also support online multiplayer with rollback netcode, just in case you're in the mood for an old-school session of fighting game fun.
Mouse Work
Mouse controls on the Switch 2 could make it a great hub for fans of strategy and first-person video games, but there are also some interesting titles on the way looking to put their own spin on this new Joy-Con feature. Nitrome, the developer behind Shovel Knight Dig, recently announced Mouse Work, a party game that allows players to use the Joy-Con 2s in mouse mode to control mice and complete minigames. Some of the minigames we've seen so far include one where players can pick up and stack boxes, paint lines that appear on a canvas, and close annoying pop-up ads on a PC desktop.
My Time at Evershine
Release date: TBA
One of the very first games announced for the Switch 2, My Time at Evershine is a colorful farming sim from the team behind the Portia and Sandrock games.
NBA 2K26
- Release Date: September 25, 2025 (early access with some editions begins August 29)
NBA 2K26 is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, marking the first entry in the series to hit the platform. This version will provide the same features as Xbox Series X|S and PS5, so don't expect it to be missing major elements.
NBA Bounce
Release date: September 26
For anyone looking to introduce their kids to the NBA games, NBA Bounce looks like a family-friendly option,. It features cuter designs and 3v3 gameplay with an arcade-influenced hook.
Nightmare Circus
Release date: TBA
Described as a nightmare-infused adventure, Nightmare Circus lets you take control of a puppet that can harness the power of string and other tools to battle enemies, manipulate their actions, and solve complex puzzles.
No Sleep For Kaname Date - From AI: The Somnium Files
Release date: July 25
The next game in the AI Somnium series sees Kaname Date return as the protagonist. Once again, you can expect a weird plot, a mystery to solve, and some dreams to hack as you pursue the truth behind strange abductions.
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour
Welcome Tour functions as the Nintendo Switch's 2 tutorial, as it will show players each of the console's defining features through minigames and other interactive tech demos. Welcome Tour will be a paid experience, but no price point has been confirmed for it at the moment.
No Man's Sky
Release date: June 5
No Man's Sky has evolved into one of the best sci-fi games of all time thanks to constant updates and free expansions and that spacefaring journey is coming to Switch 2. Hello Games announced that the free Beacon Update for the game on Switch 2 will introduce several substantial improvements, ranging from graphical updates to support for several hardware features on the new Nintendo console.
Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition
The latest Nobunaga's Ambition game, Awakening--which launched on PC and consoles in July 2022--was confirmed by Koei Tecmo to be part of the Nintendo Switch's launch lineup on June 5.
Obakeidoro 2: Chase & Seek
Release date: TBA
A game of tag with a spooky twist, this asymmetrical multiplayer action game is scheduled to launch for Switch 2 in Summer 2025.
Octopath Traveler 0
Release date: December 4
Octopath Traveler is going back in time with its next adventure, and for the first time, you'll experience the story through the eyes of your own custom protagonist. Like the other games in the series, you can expect a meaty narrative, dozens of characters to recruit, and the return of the Break and Boost battle system.
Once Upon a Katamari
Release date: October 24, 2025
As Limp Bizkit once said, keep on rolling baby. Katamari Damacy returns with a new adventure spread across several eras of history, as players will have to repair the universal damage done by the King of All Cosmos and his family. The roll-'em-up features all-new stages, a new soundtrack, character customization, and a new four-player multiplayer mode.
Opus: Prism Peak
Release date: Q3 2025
Trapped in a magical realm, a jaded photographer must his skills to uncover the truth of this mysterious world through the viewfinder of his camera.
Pacman World 2 Re-Pac
Release date: September 26, 2025
Guess who's back, Pac-Man is back. An enhanced version of the classic 3D-platformer, Pac-Man World 2: Re-Pac has upgraded graphics and modernized features.
Paper Sky
Release date: 2025
Take to the skies in this game, as you pilot a paper plane through a dangerous world. Not only can you take on the form of one of the oldest paper toys in existence, but you can also transform into a paper ball that helps you gain speed, bypass obstacles, and explore hidden secrets by jumping and gliding.
Persona 3 Reload
Release date: October 23, 2025
A complete remake of Persona 3, Persona 3: Reload is also one of the darkest games in the series. Set in a world where the line between the ordinary and supernatural blur, this was a genre-defining RPG when it first released and the remake does an excellent job at modernizing it for new audiences.
Plants vs Zombies Replanted
Release date: October 23, 2025
Classic Plants vs. Zombies but with a fresh coat of paint, this fresh take on the cult-classic game also has a few new tricks up its metaphorical sleeves. Now remastered with upscaled HD graphics and packed with new secrets to discover, the game also has various co-op modes to try out.
Pokemon Legends: Z-A--Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Pokemon Legends: Z-A's Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will add updated visuals to the upcoming Pokemon adventure, with both resolution and frame rate named as improvements.
PowerWash Simulator 2
Release date: 2025
Grime does pay, especially when you've got to clean up a mess! Just like the first game, you'll be tasked with using your arsenal of cleaning equipment to spray away filth and dirt across locations like Sponge Valley, Power Falls and Lubri City.
Pritto Prisoner
Release date: Winter 2025
A 4v2 party game centered around escaping prison, Pritto Prisoner revolves around dangerously adorable inmates using questionable resources to bust out of the clink.
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam
The latest adventure in the life of famed puzzle-solver Professor Layton appeared briefly during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct presentation, confirming that Professor Layton and the New World of Steam will be launching on Nintendo's latest console later this year.
Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S
The next installment in Sega's Puyo Puyo Tetris franchise will launch alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 console, bringing with it the same classic puzzle-based gameplay as its predecessor, which was released as part of the original Switch's launch lineup in 2017.
Radiant Starlets
Release date: TBA
Radiant Starlets isn't just a Mega Man-inspired action-platformer, it's also a dating sim. Each romantic partner offers new minigames armor sets, as well as unique endings, and the game is currently looking for backers on Kickstarter.
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army
The classic Atlus RPG Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the Soulless Army returns with a new name and a host of new features, including newly-recorded voiceovers, multiple quality-of-life updates, an overhauled battle system, and more.
Reanimal
The team behind Little Nightmares is back with an all-new horrific adventure, where two siblings must use stealth and cunning to solve puzzles and escape a world filled with mutated animal horrors.
Rollin' Rascal Rundown
Release date: June 2026
After being successfully crowdfunded, this tribute to 3D Sonic and Mario platformer games is expected to launch next year.
Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven
Release date: July 31
The Switch 2 is quickly becoming a hub for JRPGs, and you can add this non-linear adventure to your collection. With a story that spans thousands of years, Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven also asks you to carefully consider every choice you make as the repercussions of them will be felt down the line. The Switch 2 edition also features several graphical and technical enhancements.
Run for Money: Hunters vs. Runners
Release date: December 4 (Japan)
An escape game with action, Run for Money: Hunters vs. Runners follows the same format of the Fuji TV show it's based on. Players will take on the role of Runners and they'll earn prize money based on just how long they manage to stay out of the grasp of the Hunters stalking them.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma--Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma--Nintendo Switch 2 Edition brings the latest Rune Factory game to Nintendo Switch 2 on the console's launch day--only six days removed from its May 30 launch on the original Switch and PC.
Rushing Beat X: Return of the Brawl Brothers
Release date: TBA
The Switch library has a great collection of beat-'em-ups, and Rushing Beat X looks like it can be a solid addition to that section of the library. Featuring the return of the Brawl Brothers, the game offers new moves, allies, and weapons to collect, as well as easy-to-use auto-combos to make the adventure inviting for newcomers.
Shadow Labyrinth: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Tied to an episode of Amazon Prime's Secret Level, Shadow Labyrinth follows a mysterious swordsman as he's led through a labyrinthine dungeon by Puck, a robotic orb with Pac-Man-like qualities.
Shine Post: Be Your Idol
Release date: June 5
Arriving on launch day for the Switch 2, Shine Post: Be Your Idol is set in the cutthroat world of Japan's entertainment industry. Fortunately, the anime-inspired visuals look like they'll brighten up the experience, and it'll be your job to guide your idol performers to the grandest stage.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance
Release date: August 29, 2025
2025 is turning out to be the year of the ninja, as Shinobi is making his grand return. This new game is developed by the studio behind Streets of Rage 4--Lizardcube--and it looks like a stylish blast of ninja arts and fast-paced action.
Sid Meier's Civilization VII--Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Civilization VII has already found a home on the original Switch, but the enhanced Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will add the Joy-Con 2's mouse functionality to the game, which will allow players to recreate the PC Civ experience while on the go.
Spine
Release date: TBA
Developer Nekki's single-player action game Spine looks like it might be a cathartic blast of gun-fu fun, and it's coming to Switch 2. The neat thing about the game is that it has a special combat camera that is designed to make you feel like you're pulling off slick moves in the middle of a movie, where you get to use a wide array of gun and combat skills to unleash some pain on anyone foolish enough to tangle with you.
Splatoon Raiders
Release date: TBA
Splatoon is getting its first spin-off game, in the form of Splatoon Raiders. Details on the game are slim for now, but the reveal trailer did show characters like Shiver, Frye, and Big Man crash-landing on a strange island, marooning the Deep Cut members. It'll be exclusive to Switch 2 consoles when it's eventually released.
Sonic X Shadows Generations
Release date: June 5
Sega has several games coming to the Switch 2, and on launch day for the system, you can revisit some of Sonic's greatest hits in Sonic X Shadows Generations. The game also features a brand-new campaign starring Shadow, as he takes on a deadly threat from his past.
Split Fiction
Hazelight founder and CEO Josef Fares appeared during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct to confirm that Split Fiction--the studio's latest co-op-focused adventure--would be part of the Switch 2's launch lineup on June 5.
SpongeBob: Titans of the Tide
Release date: TBC
It's up to SpongeBob and Patrick to save Bikini Bottom once again, as this new 3D platformer sees the lovable pair caught between the Flying Dutchman and King Neptune's clash.
Starbites
Release date: 2026
Set on the planet of the devastated planet of Bitter, Starbites revolves around a young salvager named Lukida and efforts to escape to the stars. Featuring giant mechs and a turn-based battle system, players will need to build up a party of Motorbots and discover the truth behind the war that left Bitter ruined.
Star Wars Outlaws
- Release Date: September 4
Star Wars Outlaws follows the adventures of bounty hunter Kay Vess and her small alien pal Nix as they try to navigate a galaxy far, far away and pull off the greatest heist the universe has ever seen. The game originally launched for consoles and PC August 30, but Ubisoft has confirmed a Switch 2 port will be available this year.
Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions
The follow-up to 2019's Astroneer, Starseeker: Astroneer Expeditions will allow friends to explore uncharted worlds throughout space, with the entire player base working toward a common goal throughout the galaxy all at once.
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar
A remake of 2008's Harvest Moon: Grand Bazaar--the Harvest Moon series is now called Story of Season, in case you were not aware--this updated version will return players to Zephyr Town as they harvest crops, tend to livestock, and sell their wares in the titular Grand Bazaar.
Street Fighter 6
Capcom will bring Street Fighter 6 to the Nintendo Switch 2 at launch with a new package called the Years 1-2 Fighter Edition. This bundle includes every DLC character released for the game so far, including guest characters Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui from SNK.
Suikoden I and II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
The classic Suikoden games were re-released in an upgraded form on PC and consoles this year, and they'll be coming to Switch 2 on launch day. For this release, Konami says they'll run at 1440p in TV mode and 1080p in handheld mode, both at 60fps. It is worth noting that the games are already available on Switch, but there'll be no upgrade path for the Switch 2 release and save data is not transferrable either.
Super Mario Party Jamboree--Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV
The term "Nintendo Switch 2 Edition" was originally found in the fine print of a Nintendo website, but now we have more clarity, as these indicate games with multiple enhancements coming to Nintendo Switch 2. Super Mario Party Jamboree is one such game, as the Jamboree TV expansion adds more minigames and camera support to the party title.
Survival Kids
Konami's Survival Kids follows the adventures of a group of kids who have stranded themselves on a faraway island. After their boat wrecks onto the shore, the group must collect resources, build shelters, and solve puzzles in order to survive and make it back home.
Tamagotchi Plaza: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Join the Tamagotchi at the great Gotchi fest in Tamagotchi Plaza, where players will open shops, play minigames, and meet over 100 different Tamagotchi throughout the adventure.
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4
Nintendo Switch 2 owners will be able to relive two classic Tony Hawk's Pro Skater games remastered for current consoles in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4. The trailer that aired during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct also teased a collaboration with SpongeBob SquarePants, as a skater briefly appeared in Bikini Bottom before the trailer ended.
The Touryst: Deluxe
Release date: TBA
Fast Fusion studio Shin'en Multimedia is bringing an enhanced version of The Touryst to Switch 2. This new version of the game will offer improved visuals in handheld and docked mode, new quests, more items, and a brand-new island to explore.
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter
Release date: September 19
A remake of the first Legend of Heroes game, Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter will be a digital-only release on Switch 2, but it will be available physically on Switch. The Switch 2 version will offer a higher resolution and frame rate in comparison.
Two Point Museum
Become the curator of a museum and build your collection to include some of the rarest artifacts in the world in the latest simulation from Sega's Two Point franchise.
Ultimate Sheep Raccoon
Release date: Q4 2025
In case you're looking to get extreme with a trash panda and his animal pals, then you'll want to check out Ultimate Sheep Raccoon when it arrives later this year. A spiritual successor to the Ultimate Chicken Horse, this racing game will see you dodge hazards and collect power-ups as you speed toward the finish line.
Virtua Fighter 5 REVO
Release date: TBA
Street Fighter 6 isn't the only high-profile fighting game coming to Switch 2, as you'll also be able to start a brawl in Sega's Virtua Fighter 5 REVO. A remaster of Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown--which is a revision of Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown from 2021--REVO was updated for newer systems with improved graphics, rollback netcode support, and new gameplay modes were added when it launched on PC earlier this year. Exact details on the Switch 2 version haven't been revealed yet, but Sega has teased that this will be more than just "a simple port" when it eventually arrives on Switch 2.
Wild Hearts S
Wild Hearts S is an expanded version of the 2023 action-adventure game, where players must craft robotic Automatons and use them to hunt massive monsters who are terrorizing the world.
Witchbrook
- Release Date: Winter 2025
Witchbook is a co-op life-sim RPG where up to four players can experience life as aspiring witches in the famous Witchbrook College. Players will explore the town of Mossport, learn arcane magic, and even fall in love.
WWE 2K25
Release date: July 25
Let's get ready to rumble! Admittedly, WWE 2K games don't have a great track record on Switch, but this mostly boiled down to performance issues that severely limited the games on the aging console hardware. With the added power of the Switch 2, we're hoping to see an improved WWE game on the Nintendo platform.
Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut
Sega is taking Yakuza fans back to the beginning on Nintendo Switch 2, as Yakuza 0 Director's Cut will mark the action franchise's debut on Nintendo Switch 2 at launch.
Yakuza Kiwami
Release date: November 13
The Switch 2 launched with Yakuza 0, and the story continues with Yakuza Kiwami in November. This was a remake of the first Yakuza game starring Kazuma Kiryu, and it told a gripping story of betrayal, revenge, and redemption when it first came out.
Yakuza Kiwami 2
Release date: November 13
Launching the same day as Yakuza Kiwami, Yakuza Kiwami 2 sees Kiryu race to stop an all-out war between the Tojo and the Omi clans of the Japanese underworld. The only problem? The legendary "Dragon of Kansai" Ryuji Goda stands in his way, and he's itching for a fight.
Ys X: Proud Nordics
Release date: July 31
Originally released in 2023,Ys X: Proud Nordics is an upgraded version of Ys X: Nordics that'll feature a new playable area and story content.
RUMORED: Assassin's Creed Mirage
"There are a lot of other third-party games that are being considered or will be coming to Switch 2. One title that will be there within the launch window comes from Ubisoft, and it's going to be Assassin's Creed Mirage."
Source: NateTheHate
RUMORED: Assassin's Creed Shadows
"To my understanding, Assassin's Creed Shadows is one of those in-development ports it just won't be ready for launch and probably won't be ready for the launch window."
Source: NateTheHate
RUMORED: Halo: The Master Chief Collection
"Expect a lot of Microsoft games on Switch 2 and PS5 moving forward, but Flight Simulator and Halo: Master Chief Collection are two games I have heard about that should be making their way over in 2025."
Source: NateTheHate
RUMORED: Microsoft Flight Simulator
RUMORED: Hi-Fi Rush
"Microsoft is going to be a very big supporter of the Switch 2 when it does come out, they will be porting and patching the current Switch lineup. So games like Grounded, Pentiment, the Ori games will eventually find their way to Switch 2, be patched with 4K support and I wouldn't be surprised if you see Sea of Thieves, maybe Hi-Fi Rush, also find their way over."
Source: NateTheHate
RUMORED: Ori and the Blind Forest
RUMORED: Ori and the Will of the Wisps
RUMORED: Sea of Thieves
RUMORED: Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle and Sparks of Hope
"[We] had already released a Mario Rabbids game [on Switch], so by doing another we had two similar experiences on one machine. On Nintendo, games like this never die. There are 25 Mario games on Switch. Nintendo [has advised] that it's better to do one iteration on each machine. We were a bit too early, we should have waited for [the next console]. Because you could play a great game. And we think it will last for 10 years, because we will update it for the new machine that will come in the future."
-- Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot
"There was also some consideration of doing a Mario + Rabbids collection so it would have one and two in a single package."
Source: NateTheHate
RUMORED: 3D Mario Game
"We have heard stuff like a new 3D Mario [game]."
Source: NateTheHate
RUMORED: Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
"Some other third-party games I have heard, include Metal Gear Solid Delta, which is coming out in 2025. Right now it lacks a release date for all platforms and I'm hopeful that maybe it is a day-and-date release when it does come to Switch 2."
Source: NateTheHate
RUMORED: Rainbow Six Siege
"I've been told that Ubisoft is doing more than half-a-dozen games for the Switch 2, and a lot of them are going to be late ports. These are from a range of franchises, like The Division, Rainbow Six Siege."
Source: NateTheHate
RUMORED: The Division
Note: It's not clear yet which Division game--or games--will be headed to Switch 2.
RUMORED: Starfield
Source: eXtas1s (via Insider Gaming)
RUMORED: Fallout 4
Source: eXtas1s (via Insider Gaming)
RUMORED: Diablo 4
Source: eXtas1s (via Insider Gaming)
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