The Nintendo Switch is one of the most popular consoles Nintendo has ever produced, with a wide variety of games to choose from and plenty of unique features. We’ve already gotten to play new entries across the Zelda, Super Mario, and Pokémon series on Nintendo Switch, but there are still plenty of great games on the way for the hybrid console. This includes exclusive games developed internally by Nintendo, as well as third-party titles and ports of games that are also available on other platforms. Not all upcoming video games make their way to Switch, but plenty do!
Here’s our list of the best upcoming Nintendo Switch games for 2025 and beyond. Of course, some titles without release windows could skip the Switch entirely and wind up on the Nintendo Switch 2. And if you’re looking at all upcoming video games across every console, don’t forget to check out what’s upcoming on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC this year.
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Upcoming Switch games 2025
These games are set to launch in 2025. Of course, these titles might have something to do with the Nintendo Switch 2.
February
Sid Meier's Civilization VII
Platforms
Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre
Simulator, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Tactical
Developer
Firaxis Games
Publisher
2K
Release
December 31, 2025
Another installment in Sid Meier’s Civilization is coming in 2025. We still don’t know a lot about what changes and improvements this entry will include compared to previous titles, but it will surely allow for world domination in some fashion.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak II
Platforms
PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch
Genre
Role-playing (RPG), Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure
Developer
Nihon Falcom
Publisher
NIS America, Clouded Leopard Entertainment Inc., Nihon Falcom
Release
September 29, 2022
The entire Trails series is a bit overwhelming to a newcomer, but the Daybreak subseries is a great new place to jump in. Daybreak 2 is the direct sequel to that game, so you will at least want to play that one to get caught up before diving into this entry. Any JRPG fan will love the characters, combat, and light Persona systems that make up this long but rewarding series.
March
Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre
Role-playing (RPG)
Developer
Konami
Publisher
Konami
Release
March 06, 2025
This is a bundle that remasters two of the most unique and beloved RPGs from the PS1. These two games stood apart from other games at the time by letting you gather an army of over 100 units while attempting to rebel against the evil ruler of the land. Each game has its own hero, character, plot, and progression, but they work perfectly as a pair. The new graphics look great, and the gameplay is deep and highly tactical.
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition
Platforms
Nintendo Switch
Genre
Role-playing (RPG)
Developer
Monolith Soft
Publisher
Nintendo
Release
March 20, 2025
The Switch basically took every game of note we all missed on the WiiU and gave them a fresh port, but one that was oddly missing was Xenoblade Chronicles X. This game was almost unbelievable to see running on a WiiU, so having it on the Switch will finally let more people see how impressive this RPG is. Besides visuals and scope, this new edition will have more story elements and other improvements. If you like open-world RPGs and mechs, don’t miss this game for a second time.
Tales of the Shire
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre
Role-playing (RPG), Simulator
Developer
Weta Gameshop
Publisher
Private Division
Release
December 31, 2024
Ever watch the Lord of the Rings trilogy and spend the whole time wondering what those other hobbits are up to back in the Shire while there’s a war going on for the future of Middle-earth? That’s what Tales of the Shire is here for. Live the cozy life of a hobbit in the wonderfully serene landscape of the Shire. Discover, decorate, and share in this idyllic corner of the world.
2025 games with no release date
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
Platforms
Nintendo Switch
Genre
Shooter
Developer
Retro Studios, Nintendo
Publisher
Nintendo
Release
December 31, 2025
First teased back in 2017, we finally got a good look at Metroid Prime 4: Beyond in 2024. We still don’t know much about the game but we have seen some gameplay footage showing Samus as she enters a fortress under siege. We see her spar against Sylux, who seems to be using Metroids for something. This title is set to release sometime in 2025.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Platforms
Nintendo Switch
Genre
Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Developer
Game Freak
Publisher
Nintendo
Release
December 31, 2025
We don’t know a lot about Pokémon Legends: Z-A yet, but we know it’ll take players back to Lumiose City, which was first featured in Pokémon X and Y. Fans speculate that the digital and futuristic style of the trailer is hinting at the game being set in the future, contrasting with how Pokémon Legends: Arceus was set in the past, but this is all just theorizing.
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam
Platforms
Nintendo Switch
Genre
Puzzle, Adventure
Developer
LEVEL-5
Publisher
LEVEL-5
Release
December 31, 2025
Set one year after Professor Layton and the Unwound Future, a new mystery has drawn Layton and Luke into Steam Bison. While the game will follow the same point-and-click format, it will also be the first time the series has gone 3D. The series has already proven to be a fantastic detective and mystery series, so we’re sure this next one will be just as riveting.
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Genre
Platform, Adventure
Developer
The Game Kitchen
Publisher
DotEmu
Release
September 30, 2025
After a string of incredibly hard 3D action games, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is going back to the series’ roots with a classic 2D, 8-bit style throwback title. This game is coming from the team that made Blasphemous, which was an amazing 2D metroidvania and gives us a lot of confidence in this new game living up to the legacy of the NES classics. This is one that new and old fans will likely have a blast with.
Switch games with no release window
All we know about the games listed below is that they’re in development. Most of them are probably a few years away from launch.
Hollow Knight: Silksong — TBD 2025
Platforms
Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Nintendo Switch
Genre
Platform, Adventure, Indie
Developer
Team Cherry
Publisher
Team Cherry
One of 2017’s absolute best games is getting a sequel in Hollow Knight: Silksong, and it’s headed to Nintendo Switch sometime in the future. It will take the stunning visuals, Metroidvania gameplay, and atmosphere of the original Hollow Knight and put you in the shoes (do these creatures wear shoes?) of Hornet, a princess who is tasked with protecting Hallownest. Silksong was announced in 2022 and we haven’t gotten much of an update on its development, but hopefully, we won’t have to wait much longer. If it’s half as good as the original, we’re all in for a treat.
Project Bloom - 2026
Genre
Adventure
Developer
Game Freak
Publisher
Private Division
The only thing we know about the mysterious Project Bloom is that Pokémon creator Game Freak is developing it and appears to be set in ancient Japan. This project isn’t set to launch until early 2026, so it’ll be a while before we really know what it’ll look like.
Haunted Chocolatier
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Genre
Role-playing (RPG), Simulator
Developer
ConcernedApe
We don’t know a lot about Haunted Chocolatier yet, but developer ConcernedApe’s follow-up to Stardew Valley is easily the most anticipated cozy game in development right now. Haunted Chocolatier begins with the player starting up a chocolate shop while living in a haunted castle in the middle of a snowy community. The player will need to seek out a wide variety of ingredients and alliances to make the best chocolate possible and ultimately reach success. Right now, only a PC release has been mentioned officially, but Stardew Valley was eventually released on all platforms and we don’t see why this title would be treated differently.
