Nintendo Switch 2025+ Game Releases: Dates Revealed

The Nintendo Switch is set to go out with a bang, with an array of exciting games launching to pave the way for its successor, the now officially announced Switch 2. Whether these games are exclusively crafted for the Switch or ported from other platforms, they are poised to enhance the Switch's final year and will also be compatible with the Switch 2 upon its release.

In 2025, fans will have the opportunity to experience the last few games that were announced during the previous year's Nintendo Directs and The Game Awards 2024. Whether you're a proud owner of the original Switch or eagerly anticipating the Switch 2, here's a comprehensive list of the new Switch games to look forward to in 2025 and beyond.

Explore our guide to all upcoming video games for release dates across every platform.

All Upcoming Switch Games With Release Dates --------------------------------------------

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

Duelists, rejoice! This collection is jam-packed with some of the earliest games in the Yu-Gi-Oh! series: a total of 16 titles. Most of these Konami-developed games originally debuted on the Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance, featuring standout titles 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)

Not the first, and likely not the last, remastered compilation of Konami's first two Suikoden games. Originally launched on the PlayStation in the late '90s, these classic RPGs were previously remastered for the PlayStation Portable in the 2000s. In early 2025, brand new HD remasters will grace the Nintendo Switch.

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)

Featuring Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz, and Gunnar Henderson on its cover, MLB The Show 25 will celebrate the series' 20th anniversary. This baseball simulation promises more enhancements to gameplay mechanics, including a new Ambush Hitting difficulty, alongside deeper 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 released on the Wii U in 2015, a "visually enhanced" Definitive Edition of the action RPG Xenoblade Chronicles X is set to arrive on the Switch in 2025. This follows the Definitive Edition of the original Xenoblade Chronicles released for Switch in 2020, with Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and 3 directly launching on the console in 2017 and 2022, respectively.

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

The latest entry in Koei Tecmo's Atelier series introduces a new alchemist, Yumia Liessfeldt, alongside a new cast of companions. Unravel the mysteries of a fallen empire as you hone your synthesis skills to overcome enemies in real-time combat.

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)

Imagine a cozy farming game set in The Shire—it's a perfect match. Tales of the Shire lets you craft your own hobbit in a peaceful era of Middle-earth. Starting in March 2025, you can live the ultimate fantasy by spending your days cooking and sharing delicious meals with friends.

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

Remember the Care Bears? The beloved franchise got a reboot in 2019 with "Care Bears: Unlock the Magic," and now it's coming to the Switch. This family-friendly arcade-style collection features iconic 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)

Star Overdrive is an upcoming indie adventure game set on a distant alien planet. Navigate your hoverboard to conquer enemies and solve puzzles as you strive to reunite with your lost love.

Rusty Rabbit (April 17, 2025)

Years after Nitroplus unveiled Rusty Rabbit in a concept trailer, this side-scrolling action platformer is finally making its way to the Switch. Play as the middle-aged rabbit, Stamp, who has built his own mech to navigate a post-apocalyptic frozen wasteland.

LUNAR Remastered Collection (April 18, 2025)

This remastered collection brings the two original Lunar JRPGs, LUNAR Silver Star Story and LUNAR 2 Eternal Blue, to modern consoles with enhanced graphics and both English and Japanese voice-acting.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (May 16, 2025)

Another thrilling fighting game collection is on the horizon. Capcom is compiling games from the peak era of arcade fighting between 1998 and 2004. This second collection includes both English and Japanese versions of six games, including Capcom vs. SnK and the Power Stone beat-em-up series.

Out May 16### Capcom Fighting Collection 2

0See it at Amazon### Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (May 21, 2025)

The much-anticipated sequel to 2014's Fantasy Life has a release date. This "slow-life" RPG blends adventure with life-simulation mechanics, inviting players to build a life and a city on a deserted island while unraveling mysteries of the past. Dive into randomized dungeons, switch between 14 different "Jobs," and meet friends to aid you on your journey.

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

The iconic RPG social sim returns. As a powerful Earth Dancer, traverse the eastern nation of Azuma to battle monsters and restore villages. This new Rune Factory game emphasizes action and anime-style character designs, with improved Switch performance and a fresh storyline. Expect plenty of romance, now with fully voiced "scenarios" and the ability to romance the unselected MC.

Out May 30### Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma - Earth Dancer Edition

0See it at AmazonUpcoming Switch Games With Unknown Release Dates

There are numerous Nintendo Switch games in development without a confirmed release date. Here are some more Switch titles to anticipate:

• 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?

Over the past year, rumors have swirled about the Nintendo Switch's successor, touching on its design, release date, and name. On January 16, Nintendo officially unveiled the Switch 2, confirming many of these rumors. While the announcement trailer showcased new features, including the potential use of Joy-Con as a mouse, it did not reveal specific specs or game launches. More detailed information, including pricing and a release date, will be shared during a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2.

What Games Will Launch on the Switch 2?

The trailer confirms that the Switch 2 will be backward compatible, supporting both physical and digital games from the original Switch. It also hints at a new Mario Kart game, and leaks suggest that third-party titles like Square Enix's Final Fantasy 7 Remake could be ported to the console. For more insights, check out our list of games reportedly slated for release on the Switch 2.