Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games: Release Dates for 2025 and Beyond

The Nintendo Switch is ending its run with a bang, boasting a stellar lineup of games before its successor, the officially announced Switch 2, takes center stage. These upcoming titles, encompassing both Switch exclusives and ports, promise a thrilling final year for the original console while ensuring compatibility with the Switch 2 upon release.

2025 will witness the arrival of several titles unveiled during last year's Nintendo Directs and The Game Awards 2024. Whether you're a dedicated Switch owner or eagerly anticipating the Switch 2, here's a comprehensive look at the exciting new releases coming in 2025 and beyond.

Explore our guide to all upcoming video games across all platforms.

Upcoming Switch Games with Release Dates

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

Duelists, get ready! This comprehensive collection features 16 classic Yu-Gi-Oh! games, primarily 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.

Available February 27th

Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars (March 6, 2025)

Konami's beloved RPG duo receives another remaster! Originally released on the PlayStation and later remastered for the PSP, these classic titles are getting a fresh HD makeover for the Nintendo Switch.

Available March 6th

MLB The Show 25 (March 15, 2025)

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, MLB The Show 25 features Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz, and Gunnar Henderson on its cover and promises enhanced baseball mechanics, including a new Ambush Hitting difficulty, and improved personalization in Road to the Show mode.

Available March 15th

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition (March 20, 2025)

The Wii U's Xenoblade Chronicles X gets a visually enhanced Definitive Edition for the Switch, following the successful Definitive Edition release of the original Xenoblade Chronicles.

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

The latest Atelier game introduces Yumia Liessfeldt and new companions in a story centered around uncovering the mysteries of a fallen empire, utilizing synthesis skills in real-time combat.

Available March 21st

Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game (March 25, 2025)

A charming farming sim set in the idyllic Shire, allowing players to create their own hobbit and enjoy a peaceful life in Middle-earth.

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

Based on the rebooted Care Bears: Unlock the Magic series, this arcade-style game features beloved characters like Cheer Bear, Grumpy Bear, and Funshine Bear.

Available March 27th

Star Overdrive (April 10, 2025)

An indie adventure game set on an alien planet, where players explore on hoverboards, battling enemies and solving puzzles.

Rusty Rabbit (April 17, 2025)

A side-scrolling action platformer where players control Stamp, a middle-aged rabbit in a mech, navigating a post-apocalyptic frozen wasteland.

LUNAR Remastered Collection (April 18, 2025)

Remastered versions of the classic JRPGs LUNAR: Silver Star Story and LUNAR 2: Eternal Blue, featuring enhanced graphics and both English and Japanese voice acting.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (May 16, 2025)

Another fighting game compilation from Capcom, this time featuring titles from 1998-2004, including Capcom vs. SNK and the Power Stone series.

Available May 16th

Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (May 21, 2025)

The long-awaited sequel to Fantasy Life, a "slow-life" RPG blending adventure and life-sim elements.

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

The popular RPG social sim returns, focusing on action and anime-style visuals, with improved performance and a new storyline.

Available May 30th

Upcoming Switch Games with Unknown Release Dates

Several other Nintendo Switch games are in development without confirmed release dates:

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

The Nintendo Switch 2: Release Date and Games

Following months of speculation, Nintendo officially announced the Switch 2 on January 16th. While the announcement trailer showcased new features, including potential Joy-Con mouse functionality, specifics on specs, pricing, and a release date remain under wraps, pending a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2nd.

Switch 2 Game Lineup

The trailer confirmed backward compatibility for both physical and digital Switch games. A new Mario Kart game seems likely, and leaks suggest potential ports of titles like Square Enix's Final Fantasy VII Remake. For a more detailed look at games reportedly slated for the Switch 2, refer to our dedicated list.