As the Nintendo Switch approaches its final year, it's going out with a bang, paving the way for its successor, the newly announced Nintendo Switch 2. Whether these games are developed exclusively for the Switch or ported from other platforms, they're set to wrap up the Switch's era while also being compatible with the Switch 2 upon its release.
In 2025, fans will enjoy the last batch of titles announced during last year's Nintendo Directs and The Game Awards 2024. Whether you're a long-time Switch owner or eagerly anticipating the Switch 2, here's a rundown of all the exciting Switch games slated for release in 2025 and beyond.
*For a comprehensive list of upcoming video game releases across all platforms, check out our guide.*
All Upcoming Switch Games With Release Dates --------------------------------------------Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection (February 27, 2025)
Calling all duelists! The Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection is a treasure trove featuring 16 of the earliest games in the series. These Konami-developed titles, originally launched on the Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance, include fan favorites like 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)
Get ready for another trip down memory lane with the Suikoden I & II HD Remaster. Originally released on the PlayStation in the late '90s and later remastered for the PlayStation Portable, these classic RPGs are set to dazzle Switch players with new HD graphics 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)
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of MLB The Show with MLB The Show 25, featuring Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz, and Gunnar Henderson on the cover. Expect enhanced baseball mechanics, including the new Ambush Hitting difficulty, and more personalization options in the "Road to the Show" mode.
Out March 15### MLB The Show 25
1See it at Best Buy### Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition (March 20, 2025)
Originally launched on the Wii U in 2015, Xenoblade Chronicles X returns as a "visually enhanced" Definitive Edition for the Switch in 2025. This follows the successful Definitive Edition of the original Xenoblade Chronicles on Switch in 2020, with Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and 3 following in 2017 and 2022, respectively.Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land (March 21, 2025)
Step into the shoes of Yumia Liessfeldt, the newest alchemist in Koei Tecmo's Atelier series. Uncover the mysteries of an empire's fall, master synthesis skills, and engage in real-time combat with a host of new companions.
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)
Experience the ultimate cozy fantasy with Tales of the Shire, a farming game set in the peaceful realm of The Shire. Create your own hobbit and spend your days cooking and enjoying meals with friends in this idyllic setting.Care Bears: Unlock the Magic (March 27, 2025)
The beloved Care Bears are back with a new Switch game based on the 2019 reboot, "Care Bears: Unlock the Magic." This family-friendly arcade-style collection features familiar characters like Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, and Funshine Bear.
Out March 27### Care Bears: Unlock the Magic
0See it at Amazon### Star Overdrive (April 10, 2025)
Embark on an indie adventure in Star Overdrive, set on a distant alien planet. Use your hoverboard to navigate the landscape, conquer enemies, and solve puzzles as you seek to reunite with your lost love.Rusty Rabbit (April 17, 2025)
Years after its initial concept trailer, Rusty Rabbit finally arrives on the Switch. Step into the shoes of Stamp, a middle-aged rabbit piloting a mech through a post-apocalyptic frozen wasteland in this side-scrolling action platformer.LUNAR Remastered Collection (April 18, 2025)
Experience the classic Lunar JRPGs, LUNAR Silver Star Story and LUNAR 2 Eternal Blue, with enhanced graphics and both English and Japanese voice-acting in this remastered collection for modern consoles.Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (May 16, 2025)
Capcom brings another exciting fighting game collection to the Switch, featuring titles released between 1998 and 2004. This second collection includes both English and Japanese versions of six games, including Capcom vs. SnK and the Power Stone series.
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 2014's Fantasy Life is here. Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time blends adventure with life-sim mechanics, allowing you to build a life on a deserted island, explore randomized dungeons, switch between 14 "Jobs," and unravel mysteries of the past.Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (May 30, 2025)
Return to the beloved RPG social sim series with Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma. As an Earth Dancer, travel across the eastern nation of Azuma, battle monsters, restore villages, and enjoy a new storyline with anime-style character designs and fully voiced romance scenarios.
Out May 30### Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma - Earth Dancer Edition
0See it at AmazonUpcoming Switch Games With Unknown Release Dates
There's a slew of Nintendo Switch games in development without confirmed release dates yet. Here's a sneak peek at some anticipated titles:
- 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?
After months of speculation, Nintendo officially announced the Switch 2 on January 16. While the announcement trailer showcased new features, including the potential use of Joy-Con as a mouse, it left out details on specs and game launches. More information, including pricing and a release date, will be revealed during a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2.What Games Will Launch on the Switch 2?
The Switch 2 trailer confirmed backward compatibility with both physical and digital games from the original Switch. It also hinted at a new Mario Kart game, and leaks suggest third-party titles like Square Enix's Final Fantasy 7 Remake may be ported. For more details, check out our list of games reportedly set to release on the Switch 2.
