The Nintendo Switch is ending its run with a bang, launching several exciting titles before its successor, the officially announced Switch 2, takes center stage. These upcoming Switch games, whether Switch exclusives or ports, will cap off the Switch's final year, and all will be compatible with the Switch 2 upon release.
2025 will see the arrival of games announced at last year's Nintendo Directs and The Game Awards 2024. Whether you're a current Switch owner or anticipating Switch 2 releases, here's a look at new Switch games coming in 2025 and beyond.
Check out our guide to all upcoming video games for release dates across all platforms.
Upcoming Switch Games: Release Dates
Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection (February 27, 2025)
Duelists, get ready! This collection packs 16 early Yu-Gi-Oh! games, mostly from the Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance eras. Highlights include 2001's The Eternal Duelist Soul and 2002's The Sacred Cards.
Available February 27th
Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars (March 6, 2025)
Another remaster of Konami's classic RPGs, originally released on the PlayStation. These HD remasters, previously available on the PlayStation Portable, arrive on the Nintendo Switch in early 2025.
Available March 6th
MLB The Show 25 (March 15, 2025)
Featuring Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz, and Gunnar Henderson, this year's MLB The Show celebrates the series' 20th anniversary with enhanced mechanics and personalized "Road to the Show" gameplay.
Available March 15th
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition (March 20, 2025)
Originally a Wii U title (2015), a visually enhanced Definitive Edition of this action RPG is coming to the Switch.
Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land (March 21, 2025)
The latest Atelier game introduces alchemist Yumia Liessfeldt and new companions. Unravel the mysteries of a fallen empire while mastering synthesis skills in real-time combat.
Available March 21st
Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game (March 25, 2025)
A charming farming sim set in the Shire. Create your hobbit and enjoy a peaceful Middle-earth life, cooking and dining with friends.
Care Bears: Unlock the Magic (March 27, 2025)
A Switch game based on the rebooted "Care Bears: Unlock the Magic" cartoon, featuring Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, and Funshine Bear.
Available March 27th
Star Overdrive (April 10, 2025)
An indie adventure game set on an alien planet. Explore on your hoverboard, battle enemies, and solve puzzles to find your lost love.
Rusty Rabbit (April 17, 2025)
A side-scrolling action platformer where you play as Stamp, a middle-aged rabbit in a mech, traversing a post-apocalyptic wasteland.
LUNAR Remastered Collection (April 18, 2025)
Remastered versions of LUNAR Silver Star Story and LUNAR 2 Eternal Blue, featuring enhanced graphics and English/Japanese voice acting.
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (May 16, 2025)
Another fighting game compilation, this time featuring games from 1998-2004, including Capcom vs. SnK and the Power Stone series.
Available May 16th
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (May 21, 2025)
The sequel to 2014's Fantasy Life, a "slow-life" RPG blending adventure and life-sim elements.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (May 30, 2025)
The return of the RPG social sim. As an Earth Dancer, battle monsters and restore villages in Azuma. Features improved performance, a new story, fully voiced scenarios, and expanded romance options.
Available May 30th
Upcoming Switch Games: Unannounced Release Dates
Many more Nintendo Switch games are in development without confirmed release dates:
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Remake - 2025 Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – 2025 Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope DX - 2025 Professor Layton and the New World of Steam – 2025 Pokemon Legends: Z-A – 2025 Haunted Chocolatier - TBA Hollow Knight: Silksong – TBA Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound - TBA Sonic Racing: Cross Worlds - TBA Mario Kart 9 - TBA
Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date
Following numerous rumors, Nintendo officially announced the Switch 2 on January 16th. While the announcement trailer showcased new features (including Joy-Con mouse functionality), specifics on specs, game launches, pricing, and a release date are expected in an upcoming Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2nd.
Switch 2 Game Lineup
The trailer confirmed backward compatibility for the Switch 2, supporting both physical and digital Switch games. A new Mario Kart game seems likely, and leaks suggest third-party ports like Final Fantasy VII Remake. For more details, check our list of games reportedly coming to the Switch 2.
