Nintendo Switch 2025+ Game Release Dates Revealed

The Nintendo Switch is set to conclude its lifecycle with a bang, featuring an array of exciting games that will transition seamlessly to its successor, the officially announced Switch 2. Whether these titles are developed exclusively for the Switch or ported from other platforms, they promise to enrich the Switch's final year while also ensuring compatibility with the Switch 2 upon its launch.

In 2025, gamers can look forward to the last wave of titles announced during the previous year's Nintendo Directs and The Game Awards 2024. Whether you're still enjoying your original Switch or eagerly anticipating the Switch 2, here's a comprehensive list of new Switch games slated for release in 2025 and beyond.

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

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. This collection revives classics from the Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance eras, including 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)

Embark on a nostalgic journey with the HD remasters of Konami's first two Suikoden games. Originally launched on the PlayStation in the late 90s and later remastered for the PSP, these RPGs are set to dazzle Switch players with enhanced visuals 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 this year's edition, 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 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, Xenoblade Chronicles X returns with a visually enhanced Definitive Edition for the Switch in 2025. This follows the successful Definitive Edition of the original Xenoblade Chronicles released for the Switch in 2020.

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

Delve into the latest installment of Koei Tecmo's Atelier series with Atelier Yumia. Follow the journey of new alchemist Yumia Liessfeldt and her companions as they unravel the mysteries of an empire's fall, mastering synthesis skills to combat foes in real-time.

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 with this cozy farming game set in the peaceful world of Middle-earth. In Tales of the Shire, create your own hobbit and enjoy a life of cooking and camaraderie starting in March 2025.

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

The beloved Care Bears franchise, rebooted in 2019 as "Care Bears: Unlock the Magic," now brings its charm to the Switch. Enjoy arcade-style fun with 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)

Embark on an indie adventure with Star Overdrive, set on a distant alien planet. Ride your hoverboard, battle enemies, and solve puzzles as you strive to reunite with your lost love.

Rusty Rabbit (April 17, 2025)

Years after its initial concept trailer, Rusty Rabbit finally lands on the Switch. Play as Stamp, a middle-aged rabbit navigating a post-apocalyptic frozen wasteland in his custom-built mech.

LUNAR Remastered Collection (April 18, 2025)

Rediscover the classic JRPGs LUNAR Silver Star Story and LUNAR 2 Eternal Blue with this remastered collection. Enjoy enhanced graphics and both English and Japanese voice-acting, bringing these timeless stories to modern consoles.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (May 16, 2025)

Capcom brings another exciting collection of fighting games to the Switch, featuring titles from 1998 to 2004. This 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 Fantasy Life arrives in 2025. This "slow-life" RPG blends adventure with life-sim elements, inviting players to build a life and a city on a deserted island while unraveling past mysteries.

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

Return to the beloved RPG social sim with Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma. As an Earth Dancer, journey across the nation of Azuma to battle monsters and restore villages. Enjoy enhanced Switch performance, a new storyline, 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 are numerous Nintendo Switch games in development without confirmed release dates. Here are some titles to keep an eye on:

The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Remake - 2025Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – 2025Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope DX - 2025Professor Layton and the New World of Steam – 2025Pokemon Legends: Z-A – 2025Haunted Chocolatier - TBAHollow Knight: Silksong – TBANinja Gaiden: Ragebound - TBASonic Racing: Cross Worlds - TBAMario Kart 9 - TBAWhen Is the Nintendo Switch 2 Coming Out?

After months of speculation, Nintendo officially announced the Switch 2 on January 16. The announcement trailer showcased new features, such as the potential use of Joy-Con as a mouse, but did not detail specs or launch titles. More information, including pricing and a release date, is expected during a Nintendo Direct on April 2.

What Games Will Launch on the Switch 2?

The Switch 2 will be backward compatible, supporting both physical and digital games from the original Switch. The trailer hints 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 our list of games reportedly set to launch on the Switch 2.