The Nintendo Switch is ending its run with a bang, launching several exciting titles before its successor, the officially announced Switch 2, takes the stage. These upcoming Switch games, whether Switch exclusives or ports, will dominate the console's final year, and all will be compatible with the Switch 2 upon release.
2025 will see the arrival of games announced during 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 the new Switch games coming in 2025 and beyond.
See our guide to all upcoming video games across all platforms.
Upcoming Switch Games: Release Dates
Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection (February 27, 2025)
Duelists, get ready! This collection packs 16 classic Yu-Gi-Oh! games, primarily from the Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance eras. Highlights include 2001's The Eternal Duelist Soul and 2002's The Sacred Cards.
Out February 27### Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection
0See it at Amazon### Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars (March 6, 2025)
Konami's beloved RPGs get another HD remaster. Originally on PlayStation, then remastered for PSP, Suikoden I & II arrive on Switch in early 2025.
Out March 6### Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
7See it at Amazon### 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. Expect enhanced baseball mechanics and personalized "Road to the Show" gameplay.
Out March 15### MLB The Show 25
1See it at Best Buy### Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition (March 20, 2025)
The Wii U's Xenoblade Chronicles X gets a visually enhanced Definitive Edition for Switch. This follows the successful Definitive Edition of the original Xenoblade Chronicles.
Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land (March 21, 2025)
A new alchemist, Yumia Liessfeldt, and new companions join the Atelier series. Unravel the mysteries of a fallen empire while mastering synthesis and real-time combat.
Out March 21### Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land
3See it at Amazon### Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game (March 25, 2025)
A cozy farming sim set in the Shire. Create your own hobbit and enjoy peaceful Middle-earth life, complete with delicious meals and friends.
Care Bears: Unlock the Magic (March 27, 2025)
The Care Bears return in an arcade-style game featuring Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, and Funshine Bear.
Out March 27### Care Bears: Unlock the Magic
0See it at Amazon### Star Overdrive (April 10, 2025)
An indie adventure game set on an alien planet. Fly your hoverboard, conquer enemies, solve puzzles, and reunite with your lost love.
Rusty Rabbit (April 17, 2025)
Years in the making, Rusty Rabbit, a side-scrolling action platformer, finally arrives. Play as Stamp, a middle-aged rabbit in a mech, traversing a post-apocalyptic wasteland.
LUNAR Remastered Collection (April 18, 2025)
Remastered LUNAR Silver Star Story and LUNAR 2 Eternal Blue with enhanced graphics and English/Japanese voice acting.
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (May 16, 2025)
Another fighting game collection! This one features games from 1998-2004, including Capcom vs. SNK and the Power Stone series. English and Japanese versions included.
Out May 16### Capcom Fighting Collection 2
0See it at Amazon### Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (May 21, 2025)
The long-awaited sequel to Fantasy Life combines adventure and life-sim elements. Build a life on a deserted island, explore dungeons, and switch between 14 jobs.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (May 30, 2025)
The popular RPG returns with action-focused gameplay, anime-style characters, and a new storyline. Expect romance options, fully voiced scenarios, and even the ability to romance the unselected main character.
Out May 30### Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma - Earth Dancer Edition
0See it at AmazonUpcoming 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
The 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 like specs, pricing, and a release date remain under wraps. A Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2nd will provide further details.
Switch 2 Game Lineup
The trailer confirmed backward compatibility for the Switch 2, supporting both physical and digital Switch games. A new Mario Kart title seems likely, and leaks suggest third-party ports, such as Final Fantasy VII Remake, are in the works. For more details, see our list of games reportedly coming to the Switch 2.
