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 fill out 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 eagerly anticipating the Switch 2, here's a look at the new Switch games coming in 2025 and beyond.
See our comprehensive 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 boasts 16 early Yu-Gi-Oh! titles, 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.
Available February 27th
Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars (March 6, 2025)
Konami's classic RPGs get another HD remaster. Originally on PlayStation, then remastered for PSP, these beloved titles arrive on Switch with updated visuals.
Available March 6th
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 refined baseball mechanics and enhanced personalization options.
Available March 15th
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition (March 20, 2025)
The Wii U's Xenoblade Chronicles X receives 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)
Koei Tecmo's Atelier series welcomes a new alchemist, Yumia Liessfeldt, in this adventure featuring real-time combat and synthesis.
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 life in Middle-earth.
Care Bears: Unlock the Magic (March 27, 2025)
Based on the rebooted Care Bears: Unlock the Magic series, this arcade-style game features classic characters.
Available March 27th
Star Overdrive (April 10, 2025)
An indie adventure game set on an alien planet, featuring hoverboard action and puzzle-solving.
Rusty Rabbit (April 17, 2025)
A side-scrolling action platformer where you play as a middle-aged rabbit in a post-apocalyptic world.
LUNAR Remastered Collection (April 18, 2025)
Remastered versions of the original LUNAR JRPGs, featuring enhanced graphics and voice acting.
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (May 16, 2025)
Another fighting game collection from Capcom, this one featuring titles from 1998-2004.
Available May 16th
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (May 21, 2025)
The long-awaited sequel to Fantasy Life, blending adventure and life-sim elements.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (May 30, 2025)
The popular RPG returns with action-focused gameplay, anime-style visuals, and a focus on romance.
Available May 30th
Upcoming Switch Games: Unannounced Release Dates
Many more Switch games are in development without firm 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 and Games
Following numerous rumors, Nintendo officially announced the Switch 2 on January 16th. While the announcement trailer showcased new features (like Joy-Con mouse functionality), specifics on specs, pricing, and a release date remain under wraps, pending an April 2nd Nintendo Direct.
The trailer confirmed backward compatibility with most original Switch games (both physical and digital). A new Mario Kart title appears in the trailer, and leaks suggest third-party ports like Final Fantasy VII Remake are likely. For more details, see our list of games reportedly coming to the Switch 2.
