Upcoming Major Nintendo Switch Video Game Releases

The Nintendo Switch has captivated gamers worldwide, demonstrating that sheer processing power isn’t the only factor for a successful console. Thanks to a rich blend of Nintendo’s iconic first-party titles, an impressive array of AAA third-party games, and a plethora of indie gems, the Switch boasts an extensive library that competes strongly with other platforms on both quality and quantity.

Notable titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey, released within the system’s inaugural year, stand as some of the finest games of the past decade. Looking ahead, 2023 has already showcased exceptional exclusives like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Metroid Prime Remastered, Pikmin 4, Super Mario Wonder, and Advance Wars 1 + 2: Re-Boot Camp. The anticipation doesn’t stop there, as 2024 will introduce more exclusives centered around beloved characters such as Princess Peach and Zelda, with Mario seeing a resurgence through two upcoming RPGs.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of significant titles expected to launch on the Nintendo Switch in 2025 and beyond. This guide emphasizes release dates primarily within North America.

Last Updated: January 9, 2025 by Mark Sammut: Recent updates have introduced several exciting titles to the release schedule, including Agatha Christine: Death On The Nile, The Golden Eagle, Windborn: Journey to the South, The Fox’s Way Home, Beyond Memories – Darkness of the Soul, Still Joking: Visual Novel, Valhalla Mountain, Neratte! Wanage, Godsvivors, Shadows of Steam, The Last Light, Starlair, The Tale of Bistun, Shalnor: Silverwind Saga, Seifuku Kanojo 1 + 2 + Mayoigo Set, Eldrador Creatures Shadowfall, and Space Battle.

January 2025 Nintendo Switch Games

Donkey Kong Country, Tales, & More

January 2025 promises to be an impressive month for Nintendo Switch, a notable change from the typical slow start of the year. Gamers can anticipate a versatile lineup featuring RPGs, platformers, Metroidvanias, and much-anticipated titles from the Star Wars franchise. Among these, Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana and Tales of Graces f Remastered stand out for action JRPG fans, offering a nostalgic return to gameplay mechanics beloved by many.

The highlight of the month is undoubtedly Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, reviving the critically acclaimed platformer originally launched on the Nintendo Wii in 2010. Although details on new features remain sparse, the game’s core experience is expected to maintain its high standards.

January 1: The Legend of Cyber Cowboy (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
January 1: Life or Reach (Switch)
January 2 : Neptunia Riders VS Dogoos (PS5, PS4, Switch)
January 3: Parking Tycoon: Business Simulator (Switch)
January 4: Critical Strike Shooter: SWAT Rescue Missions (Switch)
January 7: Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana (PS5, PS4, Switch)
January 8: Rivenaar’s Grove (Switch)
January 9: Crowd Run (PS5, PS4, Switch)
January 9: The Fox’s Way Home (Switch)
January 9: The Golden Eagle (Switch)
January 9: Gravity Escape (Switch)
January 9: Kosmo Skirmish (Switch)
January 9: Windborn: Journey to the South (Switch)
January 10: Battle Royal – Battlegrounds Call (Switch)
January 10: Beyond Memories – Darkness of the Soul (Switch)
January 10: Boti: Byteland Overclocked (Switch)
January 10: Chained Climb Together (Switch)
January 10: Freedom Wars Remastered (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
January 10: Super Onion Boy+ (Switch)
January 14: Still Joking: Visual Novel (Switch)
January 15: Runny Bunny (Switch)
January 16: Backrooms Inside the Escape (Switch)
January 16: Blade Chimera (PC, Switch)
January 16: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD (Switch)
January 16: DreadOut: Remastered Collection (PS5, Switch)
January 16: Godsvivors (Switch)
January 16: Hynpytol (Switch)
January 16: The Last Light (Switch)
January 16: Neratte! Wanage (Switch)
January 16: Professor Doctor Jetpack (Switch)
January 16: Shadows of Steam (Switch)
January 16: Starlair (Switch)
January 16: Things Too Ugly (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
January 16: Trading Card Shop Simulator (Switch)
January 16: Ultimate Rock Climbing Challenge (Switch)
January 16: Valhalla Mountain (Switch)
January 16: YOBARAI Detective: Miasma Breaker (Switch)
January 17: Final Zone (Switch)
January 17: Tales of Graces f Remastered (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
January 18: Isolation Instinct: Farming, Craft, Survival (Switch)
January 21: The Tale of Bistun (Switch)
January 22: ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist (PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
January 22: Shalnor: Silverwind Saga (Switch)
January 23: Dance of Cards (Switch)
January 23: The Exit Project: Backstreets (Switch)
January 23: Freddy Farmer (Switch)
January 23: Guilty Gear -Strive- Nintendo Switch Edition (Switch)
January 23: Gravitators (Switch)
January 23: Infernitos (Switch)
January 23: Ravenswatch (Switch)
January 23: Save The Doge (Switch)
January 23 : Seifuku Kanojo 1 + 2 + Mayoigo Set (Switch)
January 23: Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles Remaster (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
January 23: Superstore (Switch)
January 23: Sweet Cafe Collection ~Chocolat Parfait Sucre~ (Switch)
January 23: Sword of the Necromancer: Resurrection (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
January 24: Vermitron (Switch)
January 28: Cuisineer (Switch)
January 28: The Stone of Madness (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
January 28: Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
January 30: Cardfight!! Vanguard Dear Days 2 (PC, Switch)
January 30: Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero (PC, PS5, PS4, XBX/S)
January 31: Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
January 31: ReSetna (PC, PS5, Switch)

February 2025 Nintendo Switch Games

Civilization, Tomb Raider, & More

Hyperdevotion Noire: Goddess Black Heart

Contrasting sharply with its counterparts such as PS5 and Xbox Series X, the Nintendo Switch’s lineup for February 2025 appears more modest, with several major third-party titles opting to bypass the console. Nevertheless, there are still notable releases on the horizon. Chief among these is Civilization 7, highly anticipated by fans. If optimized for the Switch, this strategy game is likely to offer hours of engaging gameplay, similar to its predecessor, which remains a significant player in the genre.

The Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered compilation also looks promising. This collection will feature some of Lara Croft’s less-celebrated adventures, including Angel of Darkness, which has faced criticism and may require substantial improvements to be enjoyable.

February 2025: Morsels (Switch)
February 2025: On Your Trail (Switch)
February 4: Rogue Waters (Switch)
February 6: Jumping Ninja (Switch)
February 6: Moons Of Darsalon (Switch)
February 11: Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
February 13: Hyperdevotion Noire: Goddess Black Heart (Switch)
February 13: Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
February 13 : SIMPLE Series for Nintendo Switch Vol.4 THE BLOODY’S BLOODY’S BLOODY’S BLOODY’S BLOODY’S BLOODY’S BLOODY ‘S
February 13: Slime Heroes (PC, Switch, XBX/S)
February 13: Urban Myth Dissolution Center (PC, PS5, Switch)
February 14: Afterlove EP (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
February 14: Date Everything (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
February 14: Kaleidoscope of Phantom Prison II (Switch)
February 14: The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak 2 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
February 14: Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
February 19: Cosmic Fantasy Memorial Collection (PC)
February 20: Godzilla Voxel Wars (Switch)
February 20: Marron’s Day (Switch)
February 20: Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
February 21: Secret Neighbor and Hello Engineer – The Neighborhood Bundle (Switch)
February 27: Cladun X3 (PS5, PS4, Switch)
February 27: Freddy Farmer (Switch)
February 27: Kemco RPG Select Vol. 1 (Switch)
February 27: Re;quartz Reido (Switch)
February 27: Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection (PC, Switch)
February 28: OMEGA 6: The Triangle Stars (PC, Switch)

March 2025 Nintendo Switch Games

Xenoblade Chronicles X, Suikoden, & More

March 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting month for the Nintendo Switch, continuing its trend of quality releases with a focus on JRPGs. Notably, Xenoblade Chronicles X will receive a definitive edition, incorporating new story elements as referenced in its Nintendo Store description. Recognition for its focus on combat appeal places it among anticipated titles of the year.

Additionally, both Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remastered are set for a prominent place in March, celebrating two classics fans hold dear. New entries are also on the docket, including Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land, revamping the combat system for this beloved franchise. Furthermore, Tales of the Shire: A Lord of The Rings Game presents an intriguing life simulation experience in its unique setting.

March 2025: Football Manager 25 Touch (Switch)
March 4 : Carmen Sandiego (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
March 6: Eldrador Creatures Shadowfall (PC, Switch)
March 6: Ever 17 – The Out of Infinity (PC, PS4, Switch)
March 6: MainFrames (PC, Switch)
March 6: Morkull Ragast’s Rage (Switch)
March 6: Never 7 – The End of Infinity (PC, PS4, Switch)
March 6: Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
March 10: Warside (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
March 11: Maliki: Poison Of The Past (PC, Switch)
March 13: Beyond The Ice Palace 2 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
March 20: Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition (Switch)
March 21: Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
March 21: The Courier (Switch)
March 25: Tales of the Shire: A Lord of The Rings Game (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
March 27: Bubble Ghost Remake (Switch)
March 27: Care Bears: Unlock the Magic (PS5, PS4, Switch)
March 27: Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
March 27: Winning Post 10 2025 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
March 31: Bullet Hell Collection: Volume 1 (Switch)

April 2025 Nintendo Switch Games

Fantasy Life i & More

The April 2025 lineup for the Switch is still taking shape, but one title stands out—Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time is projected for release in April, capitalizing on Level-5’s strong history. Additionally, Mandragora, a visually appealing 2D side-scrolling Soulslike title, is generating buzz. Poppy’s Playtime is also expected to join the Nintendo roster, further ramping up excitement.

April 2025: Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (Switch)
April 1: Space Battle (Switch)
April 3: Poppy’s Playtime Triple Pack (Switch)
April 8: Battlefield Waltz (Switch)
April 9: All in Abyss: Judge the Fake (PC, PS5, Switch)
April 10: ACA NEOGEO Selection Vol. 3 (Switch)
April 10: ACA NEOGEO Selection Vol. 4 (Switch)
April 10: Star Overdrive (Switch)
April 17: Mandragora (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
April 24: 100 in 1 Game Collection (Switch)
April 24: Atama (Switch)
April 24: The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy (PC, Switch)
April 24: Utawarerumono: Mask of Deception (Switch)
April 24: Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth (Switch)
April 24 : Utawarerumono: Prelude to the Fallen (Switch)
April 24: Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)

Major 2025 Nintendo Switch Games With No Release Dates or Post-April 2025 Dates

Metroid Prime, Little Nightmares, & More

The year 2025 has vast potential for Nintendo, with numerous games announced yet lacking specific release windows. One major title anticipated is Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, which is positioned to be a key release for the console. Additionally, Little Nightmares 3 will bring a cooperative gameplay experience to this renowned horror franchise. Other titles that pique interest include The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 1st and Mouse: PI For Hire, both of which are generating high expectations among gamers.

May 29, 2025: Sonic Wings Reunion (Switch)
7’scarlet (Switch)
Agatha Christine: Death On The Nile (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
Automate It (PC, Switch)
Big Helmet Heroes (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
Biped 2 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Bittersweet Birthday (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
Bye Sweet Carole (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Calico: Neat Things (Switch)
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (PC, PS4, Switch)
Coffee Talk Tokyo (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
Demonschool (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Despelote (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Earnest Evans Collection (Switch)
Ed & Edda: Grand Prix – Racing Champions (PC, Switch)
Elements Destiny (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
Everdeep Aurora (PC, Switch)
Fatal Run 2089 (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
Fate/EXTRA Record (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
Fomography (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
Hello Kitty Island Adventure (PC, Switch)
Hunter X Hunter: Nen Impact (PC, PS5, Switch)
INAYAH: Life After Gods (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 1st (Switch)
Little Nightmares 3 (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Switch)
MIO: Memories in Orbit (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Morsels (PC, PS5, Switch)
Moth Kubit (Switch)
Mouse: PI For Hire (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
No Longer Human (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
Old Skies (Switch)
The Red Bell’s Lament (Switch)
Rendering Ranger: R2 [Rewind] (Switch)
Romancing SaGa: Minstrel Song Remastered International (PS5, PS4, Switch)
R-Type Tactics I & II Cosmos (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
Ruffy and the Riverside (PC, Switch)
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (PC, Switch)
Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope DX (Switch)
Space Adventure Cobra – The Awakening (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Sulfur (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Terrifier: The ARTcade Game (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
ToHeart (Switch)
XOut: Resurfaced (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
Yes, Your Grace: Snowfall (PC, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
The Zebra-Man! (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)

Major Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games With No Release Year

Pokemon Legends & More

Professor Layton and The New World of Steam

While the Nintendo Switch’s lifecycle may be winding down, several promising titles are still anticipated for the console. Noteworthy games like Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Hollow Knight: Silksong are expected to create significant waves upon their eventual release, although it remains uncertain whether they will debut in 2025 or later.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night Sequel (Platforms TBA)
Buramato (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Captain Blood (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Cattle Country (PS5, Switch)
The Eternal Life of Goldman (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
Farlands (PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Front Mission 3 (Switch)
The Gecko Gods (Switch)
Gex Trilogy (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
Hollow Knight: Silksong (PC, Switch)
Holy Horror Mansion (Switch)
The Hundred Line -Last Defense Academy- (Switch)
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch)
Iron Corbo: Kung Fu Janitor (Switch)
Kage: Shadow of The Ninja (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
King of Meat (PC, PS5, Switch, XBX/S)
Kitsune Tails (PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
The Knightling (Switch)
Lethal Honor: Order of the Apocalypse (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Little Devil Inside (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBO)
Lunar Remastered Collection (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Monolith: Requiem of the Ancients (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Montezuma’s Revenge – 40th Anniversary Edition (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
Odencat’s Paradise Collection (PS5, PS4, Switch)
Paraside: Duality Unbound (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S)
Pixelshire (PC, PS5, Switch)
Pokemon Legends: Z-A (Switch)
Professor Layton and The New World of Steam (Switch)
Retro Game Challenge 1 + 2 Replay (Switch)
SacriFire (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
She Dreams Elsewhere (Switch)
Silt (PC, Switch)
Simon The Sorcerer Origins (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
New Skate Game (Platforms TBA)
Spindle (PC, Switch)
Spy Drops (PC, Switch)
Threads of Time (Switch)
Tron: Catalyst (PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, XBX/S, XBO)
XEL (PC, Switch)

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