The Nintendo Switch is concluding its run with a stellar lineup of games, paving the way for its successor, the officially announced Switch 2. These upcoming titles, both Switch exclusives and ports, promise a fantastic final year for the original console, and all will be compatible with the Switch 2 upon release.
2025 will see the arrival of titles announced at last year's Nintendo Directs and The Game Awards 2024. Whether you're a current Switch owner or eagerly anticipating the Switch 2, here's a look at the exciting new Switch games coming in 2025 and beyond.
For a comprehensive list of upcoming video games across all platforms, check out our dedicated guide.
Upcoming Switch Games with Release Dates
Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection (February 27, 2025)
A massive collection for duelists! This compilation features 16 classic Yu-Gi-Oh! games, primarily from the Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance eras, including gems like 2001's The Eternal Duelist Soul and 2002's The Sacred Cards.
Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars (March 6, 2025)
Konami's beloved RPGs receive another HD remaster, following previous releases on PlayStation and PlayStation Portable. Experience these classics in enhanced glory on the Nintendo Switch.
MLB The Show 25 (March 15, 2025)
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, MLB The Show 25 features Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz, and Gunnar Henderson on the cover and boasts refined baseball mechanics, including a new Ambush Hitting difficulty and enhanced "Road to the Show" customization.
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition (March 20, 2025)
The Wii U classic Xenoblade Chronicles X gets a visually enhanced Definitive Edition for the Switch, joining its predecessors in the series.
Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land (March 21, 2025)
A new entry in the Atelier series introduces alchemist Yumia Liessfeldt and new companions. Unravel the mysteries of a fallen empire while mastering synthesis and real-time combat.
Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game (March 25, 2025)
A charming farming sim set in the idyllic Shire. Create your own hobbit and enjoy a peaceful life in Middle-earth, filled with cooking, eating, and friendship.
Care Bears: Unlock the Magic (March 27, 2025)
Based on the rebooted Care Bears: Unlock the Magic series, this arcade-style game features beloved characters like Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, and Funshine Bear.
Star Overdrive (April 10, 2025)
An indie adventure game set on an alien planet. Explore on your hoverboard, battle enemies, solve puzzles, and reunite with your lost love.
Rusty Rabbit (April 17, 2025)
Years in the making, this side-scrolling action platformer finally arrives. Play as Stamp, a middle-aged rabbit in a mech, traversing a post-apocalyptic frozen wasteland.
LUNAR Remastered Collection (April 18, 2025)
Remastered versions of the classic JRPGs LUNAR: Silver Star Story and LUNAR 2: Eternal Blue, featuring enhanced graphics and both English and Japanese voice acting.
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (May 16, 2025)
Another fighting game collection! This one compiles Capcom titles from 1998-2004, including Capcom vs. SNK and the Power Stone series, in both English and Japanese.
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (May 21, 2025)
The long-awaited sequel to Fantasy Life, blending adventure and life-sim elements. Build a life on a deserted island, explore dungeons, choose from 14 jobs, and uncover mysteries.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (May 30, 2025)
The popular RPG/life sim returns! As an Earth Dancer, battle monsters, restore villages, and enjoy romance options, including the ability to romance the unselected MC.
Upcoming Switch Games with Unknown 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 potential Joy-Con mouse functionality), specifics on specs, game launches, pricing, and the 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 games from the original Switch. A new Mario Kart game seems likely, and leaks suggest ports of titles like Square Enix's Final Fantasy VII Remake. For a more detailed list of games reportedly coming to the Switch 2, consult our dedicated article.
