Our list of the best new Nintendo Switch games is here to cover the amazing titles you can expect in 2025, so you can learn all about the biggest and best names arriving on the portable console over the coming months. With the Nintendo Switch 2 on the horizon for this year, there's even more to look forward to.
While most of the upcoming Switch games only have a vague release window at the moment, we're sure an absolute truckload of cracking new games will reach the console or its successor by the end of 2025. If you need a little something to play right now, you can also take a look at our list of the best Switch games.
Here are the best upcoming Switch games in 2025:
Deltarune Chapters 3 & 4 – June 5, 2025
Deltarune Chapter 2 feels like a distant memory right now, and I've been desperate for more since the second I finished it. Well, it now seems like we may not be too far off from the Deltarune Chapter 3 release date, and it's set to release alongside Chapter 4 as well! If you're new to this series, Deltarune sees you take control of Kris, a young human who is destined to save the world along with a monster named Susie, and Ralsei, a prince from the Dark World.
It has a gorgeous, vibrant pixel world, an enthralling story, and some hilarious dialogue that makes you forget you're not playing a AAA game with a massive team behind it. I highly recommend you try out the first two chapters for free in the lead-up to the new installments later this year.
Mario Kart World – June 5, 2025
The Nintendo Switch 2 is launching with a brand-new kart racing title, Mario Kart World. Instead of a basic sequel to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, this racing game adds tons of new tracks, characters, and features to explore.
Race against up to 24 others across open-world tracks, take on elimination challenges, or simply go on a leisurely drive around the vibrant locations with your friends. You can learn more about the upcoming title in our Mario Kart World guide.
Street Fighter 6 – June 5, 2025
Street Fighter 6 is filled with tons of ways to play Capcom's dynamic fighting game. Take on opponents via online battles or local play, progress through the campaign, and experience brand-new Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive modes like gyro battle.
You can play against fighters on any other platform at smooth 60fps, thanks to the console's boosted frame rate, so make sure to challenge all of your friends, no matter how they play.
Split Fiction – June 5, 2025
If you love games like It Takes Two, you'll love Hazelight's newest couch co-op delight, Split Fiction. Play as Zoe and Mio, two indie writers with wildly different life experiences and genre preferences, as they fight to survive through their own creations.
As you undertake diverse challenges and amazing action setpieces, the pair discovers they have more in common than they thought.
Donkey Kong Bananza – July 17, 2025
Donkey Kong is back with a brand-new look in this 3D platforming entry, Donkey Kong Bananza. From the trailer, it looks like the great ape's answer to Mario Odyssey, and we're here for it.
This is the first new Donkey Kong title since 2014's Tropical Freeze, so it's great to see the king of the jungle back in action in such a stylish and action-packed game. You can read more about the new game in our Donkey Kong Bananza guide.
Drag x Drive – Summer 2025
Put the Joy-Con 2's mouse capabilities to the test with Drag x Drive. Take part in fast-paced 3v3 wheelchair basketball matches using both controllers at once to push, steer, and maneuver your wheelchair on the court.
It's nice to see a wheelchair-inclusive basketball game making its way to the Switch, especially given how family-oriented the console is. This is a great way to normalize paralympic sports around the world.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment – Winter 2025
Hyrule Warriors is back, and this time the game is focusing on the Hylean princess herself, Zelda. This game takes place in the lead-up to Tears of the Kingdom, sending Zelda back in time to experience the Imprisoning War.
You can read more about the collaboration between Nintendo and Koei Tecmo in our Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment guide.
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition – TBC, 2025
Tarnished, it's time to rise once more, as Elden Ring is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 later this year, proving to be one of the more surprising announcements from the recent showcase.
We've been praying for an Elden Ring Switch port since the game came out, and now we finally get to experience it, thanks to the Nintendo Switch 2's beefed-up hardware. You can find everything we know so far about the port in our Elden Ring guide.
Little Nightmares 3 – TBC, 2025
Okay, I've been looking forward to this one for a while, and the fact that Supermassive Games is the studio behind it has me even more excited. Much like the previous two horror games, Little Nightmares III features platforming and puzzle gameplay in a 3D world with a dark setting.
While the mechanics are something I've always enjoyed about the Little Nightmares games, there's a feature in the third installment that was absent from the first two, and it's always surprised me that Little Nightmares II didn't have it: multiplayer. Finally being able to play with someone else feels like a dream, though I do like that you can still play through the game solo – not everyone has a gaming pal, after all.
Decapolice – TBC, 2025
Since our first glimpse of it, Decapolice has been one of our most anticipated Switch games. Unfortunately, multiple delays have occurred over the last few years, so it almost feels like wishful thinking that we'll see a Decapolice release date in 2025, but we're manifesting it, okay? Level-5's intriguing detective game sees you play the part of a rookie detective hunting down criminals in an open-world city, traveling back and forth between the physical and virtual worlds as you search for clues to crack the case.
With an original release window of 2023, it's clear that Level-5 thought Decapolice needed a little more time in the oven (or a lot more time, let's be honest), but we're hoping that it's going to be worth the wait when it finally arrives. Who knows, it might even burst onto the (crime)scene alongside the Nintendo Switch 2.
Poppy Playtime Chapter 4 – TBC, 2025
On our last venture into the Poppy Playtime Factory, things were more horrifying than ever, as we found ourselves trapped inside Playcare, hunted by the horrifying Miss Delight and CatNap. Now, Chapter 4 is set to step up the spooks even further as we delve deeper into the caverns beneath the factory to face off against Poppy Playtime's Yarnaby and the Nightmare Critters.
These iconic horror games never fail to disappoint, with fresh puzzles, new Poppy Playtime characters, and plenty of lore dropping with each new chapter. And, if our Poppy Playtime Chapter 4 theories article is anything to go by, this one's shaping up to be the best yet. The game is out now on Steam, but we're still waiting on a Nintendo Switch release date.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A – TBC, 2025
While there are plenty of new Nintendo Switch games to look forward to in 2025, none have me quite as hyped as Pokémon Legends: Z-A. I've longed for an urban exploration in the Pokémon world that doesn't involve Detective Pikachu – sorry, little man – so to get the chance with a few new faces in a fresh adventure is an opportunity I'll be taking up on day one.
I loved the first Pokémon Legends game's capture mechanics, but my hope for the sequel is more battles, so I can actually put all the Pokémon I've caught to the test instead of just admiring them. The only thing that could get me more excited about this one is if Totodile turns out to be a starter option. That sweet little croc needs more love, and Mega Feraligatr would make my year.
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam – TBC, 2025
We're deep into 2025 now, and we still don't have a concrete Professor Layton and the New World of Steam release date, but thanks to a trailer from Level 5, I'm a lot more confident that this game will finally come out this year, and I can't wait. I'm not usually a fan of detective games, but the quaint visuals and quirky puzzles of the Professor Layton series have always been an exception for me. Plus, my partner absolutely adores this series, so we can't wait to play it together.
This seventh entry into the mainline Professor Layton series takes place in Steam Bison, a bustling steampunk hub of technological innovation. But of course, everything is not as it seems, so Luke and Professor Layton must question the citizens, gather evidence, and solve hundreds of new puzzles to uncover the mystery of the new world of steam.
Floatopia – TBC, 2025
A game with cute, round characters? Fishing, decorating, and uh, superpowers? Sign me up! Floatopia looks like a mix between Animal Crossing and Pop Mart's finest figures and lets you while away the days on a floating island surrounded by friends and adorable animals.
NetEase announced the game for Switch, and I nearly jumped out of my seat. I'm so excited to hop into this super cute world and see how it pans out as a live-service, free-to-play title. I'm no stranger to gacha games, and you can bet your buns I'll be rolling for outfits and furniture or whatever sweet items appear on the banners. Now, excuse me as I eagerly await a confirmed Floatopia release date.
Hades 2 – TBC, 2025
Supergiant Games had me by the neck with Hades, and so when Hades 2 was released in early access on Steam and Epic Games Store, I quite literally dropped everything to plug an almost embarrassing amount of hours into it. Even in early access, it feels fully realized and a very, very worthy successor to Zagreus and co. The narrative switches from Hades' son to his Chthonic goddess daughter, Melinoë, with a new quest and Hades 2 characters that are just as engaging as the original game.
Weaving such a beautiful storyline into a fast-paced roguelike is something that Supergiant Games excels at, and that girlboss Hera seems to have heard my prayers because Hades 2 is coming to the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
Metroid Prime Beyond – TBC, 2025
The wait for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond seems like an eternity, doesn't it? Nintendo originally announced it at E3 2017, and the follow-up to Metroid Prime 3: Corruption has lived a quiet existence behind the scenes at Retro Studios for the last few years. Even though the arrival of the superb Metroid Prime remaster has scratched my itch for some Samus action on my trusty Switch, I'm more than ready for a brand-new tale of sci-fi badassery.
I've rewatched that juicy announcement trailer plenty of times, and it never fails to get me hyped. Morph ball roaming, gutsy first-person fights, and Sylux's return? Pony up the goods right now, Nintendo.
Kirby Air Riders – TBC, 2025
Over two decades after Nintendo released Kirby Air Ride on the GameCube, Masahiro Sakurai is back to direct its sequel for the Nintendo Switch 2. It looks like Kirby wanted in on some of the Mario Kart action!
We don't know much about this new Kirby game, but based on the teaser trailer and the original game, it will likely be a racing party game featuring the pink puffball, his friends, and maybe his foes like Metaknight, King Dedede, and Waddledee.
Genshin Impact – TBC, 2025?
I swear the trailer for Genshin Impact Switch exists; it wasn't just a collective fever dream. Once again, this year, I'm hoping for a release of Hoyoverse's smash hit on Nintendo's console. The amount of content you get in this game for free, with no real need to spend any money at all, is astounding.
Genshin Impact is one of the best games on mobile and console, and its reputation is well deserved. The story is engrossing, set in a fantastical world with so many different biomes and cultures to explore, where a vibrant and ever-growing cast of characters waits to meet you. Don't let the gacha system put you off, this game is a wonderful open-world adventure with some of the most interesting combat out there, and a whimsical story sure to delight.
There you have it, all of the biggest upcoming Nintendo Switch games. If you want to keep the portable good times going, our lists of the best mobile games and new mobile games are here to help.