Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games: Release Dates for 2025 and Beyond

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 define the console's final year, and are all confirmed to be Switch 2 compatible 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.

Check out our guide to all upcoming video games for release dates across all platforms.

Upcoming Switch Games with Release Dates

Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection (February 27, 2025)

Duelists, get ready! This collection boasts 16 classic Yu-Gi-Oh! games, primarily from the Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance eras. Konami's lineup includes 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 first two Suikoden titles, originally PlayStation releases, receive another HD remaster. Following previous PlayStation Portable remasters, these classic RPGs get a fresh coat of paint for 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. Expect 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's Xenoblade Chronicles X gets a visually enhanced Definitive Edition. This follows the successful Switch releases of Xenoblade Chronicles, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3.

Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land (March 21, 2025)

Koei Tecmo's Atelier series welcomes new alchemist Yumia Liessfeldt and companions. Unravel an empire's fall using synthesis skills in real-time combat.

Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game (March 25, 2025)

A cozy farming sim set in the Shire. Create your hobbit and enjoy peaceful Middle-earth life, cooking and feasting with friends.

Care Bears: Unlock the Magic (March 27, 2025)

Based on the 2019 reboot, this arcade-style game features classic Care Bears 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, battling enemies and solving puzzles to find 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 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 English/Japanese voice acting.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (May 16, 2025)

Another fighting game compilation! This one features 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 combines adventure and life-sim elements. Build a life on a deserted island, explore dungeons, choose from 14 jobs, and make friends.

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (May 30, 2025)

The RPG social sim returns! As an Earth Dancer, battle monsters and restore villages in Azuma. Expect enhanced action, anime-style visuals, improved performance, a new story, fully voiced scenarios, and expanded romance options.

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

When Is the Nintendo Switch 2 Coming Out?

Following numerous rumors, Nintendo officially announced the Switch 2 on January 16th. While the announcement trailer showcased features like Joy-Con mouse functionality, specifics on specs, game launches, pricing, and release date are expected in an upcoming Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2nd.

What Games Will Launch on the Switch 2?

The trailer confirms backward compatibility for most original Switch games (physical and digital). A new Mario Kart title seems likely, and leaks suggest third-party ports like Final Fantasy VII Remake. For more details, see our list of games reportedly coming to the Switch 2.