2025 and Beyond: A Comprehensive Guide to Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games
The Nintendo Switch continues its reign as a gaming powerhouse, boasting a diverse library spanning from Nintendo's first-party masterpieces to critically acclaimed third-party titles and a vast selection of indie gems. Building on the success of 2023's The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and 2024's Princess Peach and Zelda-centric releases, 2025 promises another exciting year for Switch owners. This guide details major titles slated for release in 2025 and beyond, focusing on North American release dates where available. Note that this list was updated January 9, 2025.
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- January 2025 Nintendo Switch Games
- February 2025 Nintendo Switch Games
- March 2025 Nintendo Switch Games
- April 2025 Nintendo Switch Games
- Major 2025 Nintendo Switch Games (No Release Date or Post-April 2025)
- Major Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games (No Release Year)
January 2025 Nintendo Switch Games
January 2025 boasts a surprisingly robust lineup, defying the typical slow start to the year. The month offers a diverse range of genres, including RPGs, platformers, Metroidvanias, and even a Star Wars title. Highlights include the highly anticipated Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, a remastered version of the Wii classic, and Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana and Tales of Graces f Remastered, both excellent entries in their respective franchises.
(Full January 2025 game list follows)
February 2025 Nintendo Switch Games
While February 2025's lineup is less extensive than January's, it still features some notable releases. Sid Meier's Civilization 7 stands out as a potential highlight, promising hundreds of hours of gameplay. The Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered compilation also presents an intriguing prospect, though its inclusion of some less-celebrated titles in the franchise warrants cautious optimism.
(Full February 2025 game list follows)
March 2025 Nintendo Switch Games
March 2025 continues the strong showing of JRPGs, with Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition promising new story elements and enhanced combat. The Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster offers a classic JRPG experience, while Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land introduces a revamped combat system to the Atelier franchise.
(Full March 2025 game list follows)
April 2025 Nintendo Switch Games
April 2025's lineup is still developing, but Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time from Level-5 and the 2D Soulslike Mandragora are early standouts. The arrival of Poppy's Playtime on the Switch is also anticipated.
(Full April 2025 game list follows)
Major 2025 Nintendo Switch Games (No Release Date or Post-April 2025)
Many significant titles are slated for release in 2025, though specific dates remain unannounced. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is arguably the most anticipated title, while Little Nightmares 3’s introduction of co-op gameplay is a welcome addition to the series. Other promising titles include The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 1st and Mouse: PI For Hire.
(Full list of games with no release date or post-April 2025 release follows)
Major Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games (No Release Year)
While the Switch's lifespan may be nearing its end, several highly anticipated games are still planned for release. Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Hollow Knight: Silksong are among the most eagerly awaited titles, though their release window remains uncertain.
(Full list of games with no release year follows)
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