The Nintendo Switch is set to end its remarkable run with a flourish, as it gears up for the arrival of its successor, the officially announced Switch 2. As the original Switch's final year approaches, an exciting lineup of games is slated for release in 2025, many of which will also be compatible with the Switch 2 upon its launch.
In 2025, fans can look forward to the last batch of games announced during the previous 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 rundown of the new Switch games slated for 2025 and beyond.
Take a look at our guide to all upcoming video games for release dates on every platform.
All Upcoming Switch Games With Release Dates --------------------------------------------Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection (February 27, 2025)
Duelists, get ready to dive into nostalgia with the Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection, featuring 16 classic games from the series' early days. This collection, packed with titles from the Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance eras, includes gems like 2001's The Eternal Duelist Soul and 2002's The Sacred Cards. Mark your calendars for February 27.
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)
Fans of classic RPGs, rejoice! The Suikoden I & II HD Remaster brings back the beloved first two games in the series, originally launched on the PlayStation in the late '90s and remastered for the PSP in the 2000s. Now, in early 2025, these timeless adventures will be available in stunning HD on the Nintendo Switch, arriving on March 6.
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 the latest installment, featuring Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz, and Gunnar Henderson on the cover. This year's baseball sim promises enhanced mechanics, including a new Ambush Hitting difficulty, and more personalization options in the "Road to the Show" mode. Get ready to hit the field on March 15.
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 is set to return with a visually enhanced Definitive Edition on the Switch in 2025. This follows the successful Definitive Edition of the original Xenoblade Chronicles released for the Switch in 2020, with Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and 3 also making their way to the platform in 2017 and 2022, respectively.Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land (March 21, 2025)
Join Yumia Liessfeldt, the new alchemist in Koei Tecmo's Atelier series, as she unravels the mysteries of a fallen empire. With real-time combat and synthesis skills to master, embark on this adventure set to launch on March 21.
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 tranquility of The Shire in this cozy farming game set during a time of peace in Middle-earth. Create your own hobbit and enjoy the simple pleasures of life, including cooking and eating delicious meals with friends, starting March 25.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 arcade-style collection features familiar faces like Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, and Funshine Bear, set to launch on March 27.
Out March 27### Care Bears: Unlock the Magic
0See it at Amazon### Star Overdrive (April 10, 2025)
Embark on an indie adventure on a distant alien planet in Star Overdrive. Navigate the world on your hoverboard, conquer enemies, and solve puzzles to reunite with your lost love, available starting April 10.Rusty Rabbit (April 17, 2025)
Years after its initial concept trailer, Rusty Rabbit is finally coming to the Switch. Play as Stamp, the middle-aged rabbit who pilots his own mech through a post-apocalyptic frozen wasteland, launching on April 17.LUNAR Remastered Collection (April 18, 2025)
Relive the magic of the original Lunar JRPGs with the LUNAR Remastered Collection, featuring LUNAR Silver Star Story and LUNAR 2 Eternal Blue. These remasters come with enhanced graphics and dual-language voice-acting, set to launch on April 18.Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (May 16, 2025)
Get ready for another dose of classic fighting games with Capcom Fighting Collection 2, featuring titles released between 1998 and 2004. This collection includes both English and Japanese versions of six games, including Capcom vs. SnK and the Power Stone series, available starting May 16.
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, Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, is finally set to launch on May 21. This "slow-life" RPG combines adventure with life-sim mechanics, allowing you to build a life on a deserted island, explore randomized dungeons, and switch between 14 different "Jobs."Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (May 30, 2025)
Step into the shoes of an Earth Dancer in the latest Rune Factory game, Guardians of Azuma. Travel across the eastern nation of Azuma, battle monsters, restore villages, and enjoy a new storyline with enhanced Switch performance. With a focus on action and anime-style designs, this game offers plenty of romance and fully voiced scenarios, launching on May 30.
Out May 30### Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma - Earth Dancer Edition
0See it at AmazonUpcoming Switch Games With Unknown Release Dates
In addition to the games with confirmed release dates, several other titles are in development for the Nintendo Switch but do not yet have a solid release date. Here are some of the games to keep an eye on:
- 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?
Speculation about the Nintendo Switch successor has been rife over the past year, covering everything from its appearance to its release date and name. On January 16, Nintendo officially announced the Switch 2, confirming many of these rumors. The announcement trailer showcased new features, including the potential to use Joy-Con as a mouse, though it did not delve into specifics on specs or game launches. More detailed information, including pricing and a release date, is expected during a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2.What Games Will Launch on the Switch 2?
The trailer confirmed that the Switch 2 will be backward compatible, supporting 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 might be ported to the console. For more details, check out our list of games reportedly set to release on the Switch 2.
