Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games: Release Dates for 2025 and Beyond

The Nintendo Switch is ending its run with a bang, launching several exciting games before its successor, the officially announced Switch 2, takes the stage. These upcoming titles, whether Switch exclusives or ports, will fill out the Switch's final year, and will also be compatible with the Switch 2 upon release.

2025 will see the arrival of several titles announced at last year's Nintendo Directs and The Game Awards 2024. Whether you're a current Switch owner or eagerly anticipating the Switch 2, here's a look at the new Switch games coming in 2025 and beyond.

Check out our guide to all upcoming video games for release dates across all platforms.

Upcoming Switch Games: Release Dates

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

Duelists, get ready! This collection packs 16 classic Yu-Gi-Oh! games, primarily from the Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance eras. Highlights include 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)

Konami's classic RPGs receive another HD remaster. Originally on PlayStation, then remastered for PSP, Suikoden I & II arrive on Switch 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)

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, MLB The Show 25 features Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz, and Gunnar Henderson on the cover. Expect enhanced baseball mechanics and personalized "Road to the Show" gameplay.

Out March 15### MLB The Show 25

1See it at Best Buy### Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition (March 20, 2025)

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

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

A new alchemist, Yumia Liessfeldt, joins the Atelier series. Unravel the mysteries of a fallen empire while mastering synthesis skills and engaging 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)

A cozy farming sim set in the Shire. Create your own hobbit and enjoy peaceful Middle-earth life, complete with delicious meals and friends.

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

The Care Bears: Unlock the Magic franchise gets a Switch game, featuring classic characters like Cheer Bear and Grumpy Bear in an arcade-style collection.

Out March 27### Care Bears: Unlock the Magic

0See it at Amazon### Star Overdrive (April 10, 2025)

An indie adventure game set on an alien planet. Explore on your hoverboard, battle enemies, solve puzzles, and reunite with your lost love.

Rusty Rabbit (April 17, 2025)

Years in the making, Rusty Rabbit, a side-scrolling action platformer, finally arrives. Play as Stamp, a middle-aged rabbit in a mech, traversing a post-apocalyptic wasteland.

LUNAR Remastered Collection (April 18, 2025)

The classic LUNAR JRPGs, Silver Star Story and Eternal Blue, receive remastered releases with enhanced graphics and voice acting.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (May 16, 2025)

Another fighting game compilation! This one features games from 1998-2004, including Capcom vs. SNK and the Power Stone series. Both English and Japanese versions are included.

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 combines adventure and life-sim elements. Build a life on a deserted island, explore dungeons, and master 14 different "Jobs."

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

The popular RPG social sim returns. As an Earth Dancer, battle monsters and restore villages in Azuma. Expect improved performance, a new storyline, fully voiced scenarios, and expanded romance options.

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

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Upcoming Switch Games: Unannounced Release Dates

Many more Switch games are in development without firm 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

Rumors surrounding the Switch's successor have finally been confirmed with the official announcement of the Switch 2 on January 16th. While the announcement trailer showcased new features (including Joy-Con mouse functionality), specifics on specs, game launches, pricing, and release date will be revealed in an upcoming Nintendo Direct on April 2nd.

Switch 2 Game Lineup

The trailer confirmed backward compatibility for most original Switch games (physical and digital). A new Mario Kart title appears to be in the works, and leaks suggest third-party ports like Final Fantasy VII Remake. For a more detailed list of games reportedly coming to the Switch 2, check out our dedicated article.