The Nintendo Switch 2 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting console launches in years, and its game lineup is already turning. Below, we’ve compiled a list of Nintendo Switch 2 games, including launch titles and future releases, so you know exactly what to expect when the console arrives.
Exclusive First-Party Nintendo Switch 2 Games
Mario Kart World
This isn’t just another Mario Kart, it’s an open-world racing adventure. Imagine exploring massive tracks with hidden shortcuts and dynamic weather. If the trailer is anything to go by, this could be the biggest Mario Kart yet.
Donkey Kong: Bananza
Donkey Kong Bananza arrives on July 17, and the big guy is back in action! This time, players will explore a massive underground world by smashing and crashing through every obstacle.
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour
A tech demo disguised as a game, this showcases the console’s features, like Joy-Con magnetic attachments and HD Rumble. There’s even a mini-golf mode, but it’s unclear if this will be a free pack-in or a paid title.
Zelda: Breath of the Wild & Tears of the Kingdom – Enhanced Editions
Owners of the original Switch versions (with Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack) get free upgrades for the Nintendo Switch 2. Expect smoother frame rates, better textures, and faster load times.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond brings the galaxy’s greatest bounty hunter, Samus Aran, back for an epic new adventure. Stranded on the enigmatic planet Viewros, she must uncover its secrets to find a way home.
Kirby Air Riders
Kirby Air Riders is soaring onto the Nintendo Switch 2 this year, helmed by legendary director Masahiro Sakurai! This high-flying adventure takes Kirby and friends to new heights with fast-paced aerial races and chaotic multiplayer battles.
Drag x Drive
Drag x Drive is set to revolutionize motion gaming when it launches in the Summer of 2025! This groundbreaking sports title takes full advantage of the Joy-Con 2’s innovative mouse controls, letting players experience intuitive, precision-based gameplay like never before.
The Duskbloods
The Duskbloods emerges as a haunting new multiplayer experience from FromSoftware, the legendary creators of Dark Souls and Elden Ring. Set in a world where the fabled “moontears” hold dark power, players will battle for dominance in a gothic, moonlit realm teeming with eerie lore and brutal combat.
Third-Party Nintendo Switch 2 Games
Street Fighter 6
Street Fighter 6 delivers knockout action to the Nintendo Switch 2, bringing the legendary fighting franchise to new heights with enhanced graphics, silky-smooth performance, and all the bone-crunching combos fans crave..
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
Yes, Cyberpunk 2077 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2—and it’s the complete edition with all DLC. After its rocky launch on last-gen consoles, this could be the definitive way to experience Night City.
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster
A straight-up upscaled port of the 3DS classic. If you missed it the first time, now’s your chance—though don’t expect major graphical improvements.
F-Zero GX (GameCube – Nintendo Switch Online)
Finally, F-Zero GX arrives via Switch Online + Expansion Pack. Now’s your chance if you’ve never played this blisteringly fast racer.
Fast Fusion
A spiritual successor to Fast RMX, this futuristic racer looks like it’ll push the Nintendo Switch 2’s hardware with 4K/60 FPS potential.
Fortnite
Epic’s battle royale is getting a proper Switch 2 version, hopefully with better performance than the original Switch port.
Split Fiction
From the creators of It Takes Two, this narrative-driven adventure promises clever puzzles and emotional storytelling.
Hitman: World of Assassination – Signature Edition
The full Hitman trilogy arrives on Nintendo Switch 2, complete with all DLC. No more cloud version—this is the real deal, with sandbox assassinations and endless replayability.
Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut
Ever wondered why Yakuza: Like a Dragon came to Switch but not Yakuza 0? Turns out they were saving it for Nintendo Switch 2. Expect the same brutal brawling and gripping story in higher fidelity.
ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition
FromSoftware’s open-world masterpiece arrives on Switch 2 with seamless performance, letting you die gloriously to Malenia or Radahn at a smooth 60 FPS—even in handheld. This edition bundles all balance updates and the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, plus gyro-aiming for bows and spells.
Hogwarts Legacy (Enhanced)
The wizarding world adapts to Joy-Con 2’s mouse controls, letting you flick wands like never before—Accio feels like pulling objects toward you. Beyond visual upgrades, this version adds exclusive quests and a photo mode to immortalize your House pride.
Star Wars Outlaws
Ubisoft’s scoundrel sim lets you smuggle, shoot, and sneak across the galaxy’s seedy underbelly—all while evading the Empire between ESB and ROTJ. Pilot the Trailblazer between planets seamlessly, or gamble in cantinas with NPCs reacting to your reputation.
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BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster
The cult-classic 3DS RPG returns with fully remastered visuals, breathing new life into the tale of four Warriors of Light and their fractured quests across Luxendarc. Enhanced audio, QoL improvements, and a revamped UI make this the definitive way to experience the game that redefined turn-based combat.
FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE
Cloud, Tifa, and Barret’s rebellion against Shinra leaps onto Switch 2 with all the DLC and visual upgrades intact, including the explosive Episode INTERmission starring Yuffie. The hybrid action-ATB combat feels tailor-made for handheld play, and dynamic resolution scaling ensures Midgar’s slums and skyscrapers look stunning.
DELTARUNE Chapters 3 & 4
Toby Fox’s enigmatic follow-up to Undertale expands with two new chapters, diving deeper into Kris and Ralsei’s Dark World adventures. Expect more quirky humor, bullet-dodging combat, and choices that might reshape the story’s cryptic lore.
Street Fighter 6
Capcom’s fighter evolves with the Drive System, letting you parry, rush, or cancel attacks on the fly—all optimized for Switch 2’s controls. The vibrant World Tour mode even supports gyro-assisted motion inputs for casuals, while ranked online battles demand pixel-perfect execution.
Enter the Gungeon 2
The bullet-hell roguelike sequel doubles down on chaos with dual-wielded guns, letting you blast left and right independently via Joy-Con 2. New synergies (like freezing bullets mid-air) and a Gungeon Editor mode promise endless ways to die—spectacularly.
Starseeker
Team up in 4-player PvE expeditions across Astroneer’s cosmos, salvaging wreckage and fending off cosmic horrors. Procedural planets ensure no two missions play alike, and shared base-building rewards cooperation (or hilarious sabotage).
Survival Kids
This roguelike strands you and your friends on ever-changing islands, where crafting tools from coconuts and fending off jaguars is just Tuesday. Permadeath stings, but shortcuts unlock via teamwork—if you don’t betray allies for the last ration.
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4
The gold standard of skateboarding games reunites in one package, with all original maps, tricks, and bangers from the early 2000s soundtrack. Joy-Con 2’s motion controls enable flick-it grinds and manuals, while online leaderboards revive the trick-attack rivalry.
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion
Customize mechs with modular weapons (think: shoulder-mounted railguns) and duel in sprawling maps that blend Armored Core’s precision with Monster Hunter’s scale. The new Titanic class arsenals let you wield battleship-sized swords—yes.
Sid Meier’s Civilization 7
The Switch 2 version supports mouse controls, making city management smoother than ever. If you’re a strategy fan, this could be your go-to portable Civ experience.
Noora’s Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition
A deep tactical RPG where you unify feudal Japan. Think Fire Emblem meets Total War, with a fresh historical twist.
Survival Kids
A kid-friendly survival sim with crafting and exploration. It might not be for everyone, but it could be a hidden gem.
Kitsu Gami: Path of the Goddess
A mix of tower defense and action-strategy, this Capcom title has you protecting villages from supernatural threats. The art style alone makes it worth checking out.
Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S
The chaotic puzzle mashup returns with new co-op modes and mouse support. If you love competitive puzzlers, this is a no-brainer.
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Rune Factory: Guardian of Azuma
Releasing just six days after the Switch 1 version, this farming-action RPG looks sharper than ever on Nintendo Switch 2.
Arcade Archives 2: Ridge Racer
Namco’s classic racer returns with rewind features, save states, and online play. A nostalgia trip for arcade racing fans.
Is the Nintendo Switch 2 Games Launch Lineup Strong Enough?
With 24 confirmed launch titles and even more games in development, the Nintendo Switch 2 is off to an impressive start. We have got open-world Mario Kart, next-level Cyberpunk 2077, and enhanced Zelda remasters. And this is just the beginning—Nintendo and third-party studios are sure to announce more upcoming Switch 2 games in the coming months.
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